Solar Systems LLC builds 15 MW PV plant in Russian region of Astrakhan
The government of the Russian region of Astrakhan announced that work on the first large-scale PV plant in the area has begun. Completion on the 15 MW project, which is being developed by local developer Solar Systems, is scheduled for the third quarter of this year.
African Development Bank finances Mali’s first large-scale PV project with $25 million
The government of Mali has secured further funds to build the country’s first large-scale PV project. The 33 MW Segou Solar PV Project will sell power to local utility under a 25-year PPA.
France to introduce new regulation for self-consumption
France’s Parliament has given final passage to a law that regulates the installation of renewable energy systems for self-consumption. The new legislation will provide a clear regulatory framework for the grid-connection of these installations.
Delhi places rooftop PV at heart of new Solar Policy
The Indian capital’s 2016-2020 solar policy lays out detailed guidelines to increase the city’s solar footprint, including making it mandatory for all large government buildings to adopt PV.
ReneSola to build 550 MW globally in 2017
The Chinese integrated PV manufacturer and developer currently has 335 MW of solar capacity under construction in seven countries, with plans to finish 550 MW by the end of the year.
Ecobuild London: pro-nuclear, anti-residential PV panel debate causes stir
An Ecobuild panel debate about the U.K.’s future energy mix proved to be heavily in favor of nuclear power and against the use of domestic solar PV with batterie, prompting cries of derision from audience.
UK Spring Budget: Chancellor silent on solar
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond made no mention of solar energy in today’s Spring Budget Announcement. This leaves the UK’s rooftop solar segment facing a tax hike of up to 800% in the financial year beginning next month.
BREAKING: U.S. authorities could lower Taiwanese import duties to single digits
An preliminary finding by the Department of Commerce could lower import duties first imposed on Taiwan solar cell manufacturers in 2014 from high double-digits to single digits, while tariffs on Chinese module and cell manufacturers imposed at the same time remain in place.
1366, Hanwha reach 19.9% efficiency with PERC
The company has simultaneously announced its the first deployment of cells made from its Direct Wafer products in a 500 kW commercial solar array in Japan.
Scatec Solar seeks to develop PV plants in Ukraine
The Norwegian solar developer is considering the construction of two PV plants totalling 60 MW in Ukraine. The company is discussing opportunities with local deputy Minister of Energy.
