ZincFive unveils BC 2 AI battery system for both AI and traditional IT loads
The new nickel-zinc (NiZn) battery cabinet provides support for high-intensity AI pulses while also offering traditional IT backup within a compact footprint.
GSE Intégration debuts reversible, concrete-free solar mounting in France
GSE Intégration has introduced a new version of its ground-mounted photovoltaic structure, the GSE Ground System Evolution. It is designed for faster installation and compliance with France’s soil conservation laws.
European PPAs held back by diverging price expectations, says Pexapark
Pexapark has attributed a slowdown in the number of power purchase agreements (PPAs) signed across most of Europe’s leading markets to a lack of pricing consensus between buyers and sellers.
Toyo strikes solar cell supply deal with Voltec Solar
Japanese TOPCon specialists Toyo will become the official solar cell supplier of French solar panel manufacturer Voltec Solar, following the signing of a strategic partnership that marks Toyo’s first entry into the European market.
Battery projects dominate Belgium’s 2025 capacity market awards
Battery storage secured nearly all new-build capacity in Belgium’s latest capacity market auctions, cementing its central role in the country’s power supply plans through 2030.
LONGi achieves A Level in MSCI ESG ratings
This is the second consecutive year of improvement for the company. Additionally, LONGi’s Weighted Average Key Issue Score is now the highest within the A+H share semiconductor industry.
Australia plans nationwide three-hour free solar power offer from July 2026
Electricity retailers across Australia could be required to offer households three hours of zero-cost daytime power from July 2026 under a federal Default Market Offer reform aimed at smoothing demand and cutting system costs.
Ricoh developing perovskite solar technology for space, buildings
The Japanese imaging and electronics company said tests of its perovskite solar cell technology will be conducted in a demonstrator system aboard an unmanned cargo spacecraft operated by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.
India solar module capacity seen reaching 220 GW by fiscal 2028
India’s solar module production capacity is projected to reach up to 220 GW by fiscal 2028, supported by government incentives, growing domestic demand, and rising export opportunities, according to CareEdge Ratings. Solar cell capacity is expected to approach 100 GW by the same period.
Japanese utility uses Sharp PV-linked home batteries for grid balancing
Japanese utility Tohoku Electric Power is using Sharp’s residential batteries and AI-powered energy management systems to balance grid demand and optimize household solar energy use. Customers in the program can earn points redeemable for local products.
