Australia: long-awaited report on energy transition is published
Australia’s chief scientist Dr Alan Finkel finally released its long-awaited report on how the country’s energy system is changing. The renewable sector had long hoped the report will set out a vision for the country’s transition to low-carbon electricity generation.
Aktif Bank and Halk Enerji set up joint venture to deploy 100 MW of solar in Turkey
The new company will develop both unlicensed and licensed PV projects. The joint venture is also expected to become a R&D platform for energy storage.
First Solar nails $63 million loan from Mizuho Bank
The U.S. based module supplier has secured a JPY 7 billion ($63.4 million) syndicated development loan facility for undisclosed utility-scale solar projects in Japan.
Engie launches tender to select innovative solar and storage technologies
The climate control unit of the French energy giant seeks proposals from start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises. Bids must be submitted by July 4.
Ethiopia’s first 100 MW auction to conclude in June; scaling solar tender to follow in the summer
A panel discussion at the Africa Energy Forum concerning Ethiopia’s energy sector presented the country’s energy plan for the next five years, including solar energy. Positive and long awaited news has emerged.
EPFL’s perovskite cell remains stable for over a year
A low-cost and ultra-stable perovskite solar cell, which was built by a team of scientists at Switzerland’s Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), has been operating at a constant efficiency of 11.2% for over a year with no performance loss.
Pfalzsolar sells two PV plants in UK
London based Empower Community has purchased two solar power plants from Pfalzsolar on the British island. The solar systems, each with 5 MW capacity, are expected to deliver green electricity for the region as a community project.
Milk the Sun: Cleaning of solar parks can be worthwhile
An interim report shows that the yields of the photovoltaic system were up to five per cent higher after cleaning. Overall, the field trial runs until the end of September.
Chile has new rules for solar and renewables on public land
The new provisions were published in Chile’s Official Journal in May. The new regulations apply to large-scale solar, wind, geothermal energy and hydropower plants.
Solaria Energía to fully acquire 5.8 MW plant in Italy
As it continues to consolidate, the Spanish solar power company is on track to expand its PV portfolio.
