Canada backs 32 MW Indigenous-owned solar project
Canada is investing CAD 33 million ($23.8 million) in a 32 MW solar project to be built by George Gordon First Nation in Saskatchewan.
Strongest year on record for UK solar generation as deployment accelerates
Generation data for the first half of 2025 shows a record start for solar, while new government capacity data points to accelerating deployment and larger installations.
Thailand opens 364 MW solar tender
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has kicked off a tender for a floating solar project at the Srinagarind Dam, already home to one of its power stations. Interested bidders can purchase tender documents until Sept. 26.
EVE showcases 6.9 MWh storage system, targets Q3 scale-up
China’s EVE Energy recently presented a 6.9 MWh battery energy storage system integrating its 628 Ah cells and announced its 2025 half-year results.
Finland inaugurates world’s largest 1 MW/100 MWh sand battery
Finland has inaugurated the world’s largest sand battery, a 1 MW/100 MWh thermal storage system developed by Polar Night Energy. The unit is already exceeding efficiency targets.
Egypt signs land-use contract for 2 GW solar cell and panel complex
Egypt has signed a land-use contract for a 2 GW solar cell and 2 GW panel complex with 1 GWh of storage, backed by investors from Egypt, China, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates.
Skyworth launches new residential inverters
The Chinese electronics manufacturer said its new single-phase inverters have a maximum efficiency of 97.9% and a European efficiency rating of 97.2%.
pv magazine Homeowner Guide: Sharing information with a solar installer
pv magazine is compiling a guide to home solar installations, aimed at those who are interested in installing but are new to the market and want to make an informed decision. We have spoken to associations, installers and industry specialists in major solar markets across the globe to compile best practice guidance and advice that aims to be applicable to home solar installations anywhere in the world.
Solar to add 13 GW in Brazil in 2025 amid signs of slowdown
Brazil is expected to add 13 GW of solar capacity in 2025, according to the Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association (Absolar), but growth appears to be slowing as curtailment, grid constraints, and regulatory uncertainty challenge new projects.
Tongwei’s TNC 2.0 module series achieves high-performance verification
The modules have been verified by TÜV Rheinland as having 91.7% bifaciality. Tongwei is also one of only two companies in the global top 10 to earn maximum ratings across all categories of the 2025 Kiwa PVEL PV Module Reliability Scorecard.
