Swiss researchers improve electrolyte design for long-life solid-state batteries
A Swiss research team has developed a low-temperature sintering and interface-coating process that significantly improves the durability of argyrodite-based solid-state batteries. The approach delivers high ionic conductivity and long cycle life, retaining 75% of capacity after 1,500 cycles.
Adani Green unit to supply solar-wind power to Asahi India Glass
An Adani Green Energy subsidiary has signed agreements to supply 20.8 MW of hybrid solar and wind power to Asahi India Glass from projects in Gujarat.
Ola Electric unveils first fully made-in-India residential battery storage system
Ola Electric has rolled out Ola Shakti, a residential battery energy storage system (BESS), from its gigafactory in the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu. Powered by Ola Electric’s indigenous 4680 Bharat Cells, Ola Shakti is India’s first residential BESS to be fully designed, engineered, and manufactured domestically.
Anker Solix launches new E10 whole home backup system in US, offers ‘one-stop’ service to bypass installers
Hybrid solution combines battery, solar, and a new DC generator to power the energy system, as it goes direct to consumers. Plus, full pricing and availability.
AlphaESS launches modular energy storage system for small C&I users
Designed for power ratings of 29.9 kW and 50 kW with scalable capacity up to 216,9 kWh, the new system is aimed at businesses seeking flexible energy storage solutions without the complexity of installation
World-first 560 C Carnot battery unveiled as SPIC launches ultra-high-temperature heat storage
Chinese state-owned power group SPIC has launched a 1 MW / 4 MWh pilot, showcasing a long-duration energy storage alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries and compressed air energy storage (CAES).
France awards 40 MW of solar projects in non-interconnected zones
France’s fourth PV tender for non-interconnected areas allocated 40 MW across Corsica, Réunion, and French Guiana. The weighted average tariff fell to €92.04 ($107.59)/MWh, while overall subscription remained well below the 99 MW available.
Pacific Hydro commissions 293 MW of PV with 110 MW/220 MWh of storage in Chile
Pacific Hydro has brought its 293 MW Desierto de Atacama solar project online with 110 MW/220 MWh of battery storage. The Atacama Desert facility is expected to supply 780 GWh of clean electricity annually to more than 310,000 homes.
Croatia deploys 417 MW of solar in 2025
Croatia’s solar capacity is on course to exceed its wind energy capacity for the first time in early 2026. With utility-scale projects facing regulatory deadlock and the end of net-metering for the residential market, growth is being led by commercial and industrial customers.
Global solar enters period of adjustment, as market conditions redefine rules of competition
Global solar growth is flattening in major markets as oversupply from China and India drives prices down and shifts competition from sheer volume to execution, policy alignment, and system integration. Across the U.S., Europe, and China, energy storage is becoming essential for project viability, making PV-plus-storage and strong EPC partnerships the new basis for winning projects in 2026 and beyond.
