Solarwatt launches modular storage system
Germany’s Solarwatt has launched a fully-modular battery storage system that it claims will be suitable for installations ranging in scale from small residential up to commercial and industrial installations.
Sweden’s plan to reduce tax for self-consumption by 98% moves forward
The Swedish government is proposing a 98% reduction to the tax on electricity generated by renewable energy power generators over 255 kW. The new rules were submitted to local Parliament and, if approved, would come into force by January 2018 at the latest.
SunPower supplies 130 MW of modules in France
The US module manufacturer will supply 130 MW of modules for 25 projects selected in France’s recent tender for PV projects larger in size than 250 kW. Most of the modules will be manufactured at the company’s factory in Toulouse, south-western France.
Greencoat Solar acquires 73.5 MW UK solar portfolio
The solar arm of investment firm Greencoat Capital has snapped up seven British solar farms with a cumulative installed capacity of 73.5 MWp.
Bringing all storage solutions together at Messe Düsseldorf
Video interview: On the second day of the Energy Storage Europe conference and trade show Hans Werner Reinhard, representative of organizer Messe Düsseldorf, gave his view on the future of the event and the energy storage market.
Enel Green Power more than doubles global solar capacity in 2016
The renewable energy unit of Italian utility Enel installed 763 MW of additional solar capacity in 2016. Most of this capacity is located in Latin America and South Africa.
Meyer Burger signs $15m deal for PERC cell tooling upgrade
Existing Asian customer places order for the Swiss firm’s MAiA 2.1 upgrade cell coating platform. Delivery and commissioning expected in second quarter of the year.
Sweden may launch probe into building permits for PV
The Swedish government has signalled plans to start discussions on implementing regulatory changes that could allow homeowners to install PV modules without first obtaining a special permit.
UK: Lightsource connects 50 MW of new solar capacity ahead of ROC deadline
The leading British solar energy developer has connected 14 new solar parks in England, Scotland and Wales well ahead of the March 31 deadline for 1.2 ROC eligibility.
SMA announces “major hiring push” in California, U.S. Northeast
The inverter giant’s expansion plans are a response to what it says are favorable market conditions. In addition, the company is introducing new products to the U.S. market, including solutions for battery storage.
