Sunpower introduces new PV module design, offers 2016 guidance
Sunpower has introduced a new PV module series based upon a novel interconnection technology, as well as warning of a fall in revenues and a loss in 2016 as it plows more projects into its yieldco.
California utilities agency increases efficiency with new storage system
The advanced energy storage system will optimize renewable energy generation at its water management facilities, providing “an added layer of protection” against power outages and make it easier to share renewable resources.
UK solar and energy storage: Market enters new phase
The British Photovoltaic Association has published a new report detailing the transition to a new kind of residential PV market. What role is energy storage playing in it?
Mississippi and Alabama approve utility-scale solar projects
Mississippi has approved 105 MW of utility-scale PV as the latest state in the U.S. Deep South to do so, and Alabama has given the go-ahead for another 21 MW.
California opens up public land for renewable energy generation
State and federal authorities have unveiled an ambitious plan that advances conservation goals in California’s desert regions. The Desert Renewable Energy Conservation Plan would introduce a streamlined permitting process, facilitating approval of applications for renewable energy projects.
UK: Energy Secretary comes clean about missing renewable energy target
Proponents of renewable energy have lambasted the Energy Secretary Amber Rudd and the Conservative government for “willfully hiding” the expected shortfall from public scrutiny while cutting support for solar and wind subsidies.
Thailand aiming for 6 GW of solar by 2036
As part of its efforts to increase its share of renewables, the Thai government is attracting major developers for the first phase of a 600 MW solar rollout.
Nigeria signs $100m development deal for 50 MW solar farm
Access Infra Africa pens deal with Nigerian Quaint Global Energy Solutions for the creation of a 50 MW solar PV plant in northern Kaduna state; part of funding coming via U.S. Trade and Development Agency.
Philippines: Work on 132.5 MW PV plant underway, 2.5 GW of projects approved
Work on what will become one of the Philippines largest PV plants when complete, is underway. JA Solar has supplied 92.5 MW of its solar modules to the Cadiz Solar Power Project, located in the Negros Occidental province. Overall, the Department of Energy (DOE) has approved 2.5 GW of solar projects in the country.
Report: Germany will miss 2030 RE targets unless current policies change
Germany will miss its 2030 renewable energy targets if current policies do not change, according to a new report by IRENA. However, there is potential to meet, or even exceed them, if renewables are better deployed in the power and end use sectors. In the positive scenario, 11 GW of residential solar+storage could be installed by 2030, and cumulative PV capacity will reach 75 GW.
