Polarized light pollution from solar disrupts wildlife, says researcher
An Australian researcher says large-scale solar farms affect wildlife migratory routes due to polarized light pollution, but this could be improved with nano-coated solar panels.
Sinovoltaics maps 68.4 GW of solar module capacity in India
The latest Sinovoltaics solar supply chain report about PV manufacturing in India indicates module capacity of 68.4 GW, cell capacity at 24.5 GW, and ingots at 14 GW, with continued growth planned to 2030.
Fraunhofer ISE achieves 40% efficiency for indoor III-V solar cell
The PV device is based on a indium gallium phosphide absorber with an energy bandgap of 1.9 eV. It is intended for use in autonomous Internet of Things (IoT) applications that operate indoors without an external wired power supply.
US solar hits development crunch as Canada accelerates buildout
Solar developers prioritize advanced-stage projects in the U.S. due to tightened tax credit deadlines, while projects in Canada are “full speed forward.”
BBDF 2025: Understanding BESS project bankability
Financing remains one of battery energy storage system’s (BESS) biggest talking points, as bankability, risk mitigation, insurance, and more.
BBDF 2025: Challenges and prospects in Italy, Europe’s hottest storage market
Italy ranks among Europe’s top battery storage markets, driven by its MACSE auctions, capacity market, and early merchant efforts. Competition is growing amid rising micro and macro challenges.
BBDF 2025: Warranties, safety key to achieving battery quality
Tech specialists at the “Technological advancement and risk mitigation” panel identified safety and warranties as the key pillars of quality in the battery storage sector. Speakers discussed how these factors shape component selection and long-term project viability.
California scores victory for rooftop solar owners, retaining contracts on home sale
The California Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee voted to preserve solar net energy metering agreements for Californians that sell or transfer their homes.
Philippines breaks ground on 64 MW solar project
The Ajuy-1 Solar Power Project is the first major ground-mounted solar facility located in the province of Iloilo. It is being developed by renewable power firm Jin Navitas Solaris as part of the Department of Energy’s second green energy auction.
Serbia switches on 10 MW of solar
The 10 MW Petka power plant is the first solar site to be operated by state-owned utility Elektroprivreda Srbije.
