Solar-powered hydrogen generation hub in Oman
Oman’s Sohar Port and Freezone may become the Middle East’s first green hydrogen generation hub powered by several gigawatts of solar. The project is being supported by the Port of Rotterdam, which owns a 50% stake in the Omani port. Around 3.5 GW of PV is being planned for its area.
A virtual-oscillator-based control strategy for microgrids
Researchers have modeled how the combination of a virtual oscillator control mechanism and a cascaded sliding mode control can help regulate voltage and frequency in a distributed-solar microgrid.
‘EU law permits member states to amend or withdraw FIT payment terms’
An advocate general at the European Court of Justice has said Italy’s decision to amend the terms of signed, 20-year solar incentive contracts in 2014 does not conflict with European law.
Eswatini launches tender to deploy PV plant at international airport
The selected independent power producer will be awarded a 20-year PPA. The tendered solar plant will have a minimum capacity of 850 kW.
Spain to hold renewables auction this year
The Spanish government has introduced new rules to procure renewables via auctions. It will hold its third auction by the end of this year.
Mongolia seeks EPC contractors for 10 MW solar plant
The solar project, located in Altai, is being developed with the financial support of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
H2 export ambitions point to bright future for South Australian PV
South Australia has integrated 50% renewables into its grid and is managing a vast fleet of distributed rooftop PV resources. Now it’s seeking investors to potentially fuel the world with green hydrogen.
Cooling effect of water for floating PV arrays
Norwegian researchers have quantified the cooling effect of water in direct contact with floating PV arrays. They tested a computational fluid dynamics model to estimate U-values and used it on a 6 kW floating system deployed by Ocean Sun.
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Module manufacturers call on government to ease PV glass limits
China’s largest PV manufacturers claim limits placed on solar glass production two years ago, to prevent over production, are now causing an industry bottleneck.
‘Disrupters’ tip Australia to host world’s biggest VPP in 2021
As Australia’s home battery market begins to catch up to its installed residential solar capacity, the opportunity for large-scale virtual power plants is verging on reality. Indeed, Solar Service Group’s new Solar + Battery Members’ Plan could see Australia host the world’s largest virtual power plant next year.
