Mexico sets regional benchmark with new battery storage rules
Mexico’s new regulation mandating battery systems for solar and wind projects positions it as a model for energy storage integration in Latin America, according to a new report.
Chile commissions PV-driven hydrogen plant
Chile’s Colbún has started operations at a solar-powered green hydrogen unit at its Nehuenco thermoelectric complex, replacing fossil-based hydrogen used in generator cooling.
Spanish grid operator authorizes renewables for dynamic voltage control
Spain’s grid operator has approved 24 renewable power plants to deliver dynamic voltage control services starting in January, granting them priority dispatch under a new operational program.
Meralco increases stake in Philippine’s largest solar developer
Manila Electric Company (Meralco), via its subsidary MGen Renewable Energy Inc, has increased its stake in SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC) after the transfer of 10.8 billion exchangeable shares in a deal valued at PHP 13.76 billion ($233.5 million). The company is working on the world’s largest solar-plus-storage project currently under development.
South Korea introduces standards for photovoltaic-thermal modules
The country’s National Institute of Technology and Standards said the new standards apply to modules that combine photovoltaic and solar thermal technologies in a single device, noting that separate standards for each technology already exist.
Algorithm optimizes renewable power procurement in Germany
German electricity trader Flexpower has expanded its power purchase agreement (PPA) platform with an algorithm that calculates the most cost-efficient mix of renewable energy contracts and spot market purchases for industrial consumers.
Netherlands plans CfDs to replace large-scale solar subsidy in 2027
The Dutch government is preparing to phase out its Stimulation of Sustainable Energy Production and Climate Transition (SDE++) subsidy scheme for large-scale renewable projects and replace it with two-way contracts for difference (CfD), in line with EU market reforms.
Cambridge scientists discover photovoltaic properties in organic radical semiconductor
The researchers said their new discovery could open the way to the manufacturing of simpler solar panels made from a single material.
Armenia hits 1 GW solar milestone
Armenia’s installed solar capacity has reached 1 GW, and the government is likely to replace its subsidy program for standalone solar projects with one focused on hybrid and storage systems, according to the nation’s infrastructure ministry.
Unigrid expands sodium-ion battery output via Asian foundries
US–based Unigrid has expanded sodium-ion battery production to 100 MWh a year through contract manufacturing in Asia, with a 1 GWh target for 2026.
