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Iran targets 15 GW of small-scale solar Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization says it is looking to shift part of its focus towards small-scale power plants, including installations with hybrid inverters and batteries.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 18, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Europe foresees 20% rise in power demand driven by electrification EU planning scenarios show electricity demand rising sharply toward 2050 as electrification accelerates, with battery storage emerging as a key flexibility and system-balancing technology alongside hydrogen.
Pilar Sánchez Molina
Jun 18, 2026
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Technology & Products
Solar tracker pneumatic actuator design study improves efficiency up to 66.4% A study in solar tracker pneumatic actuator design for harsh environments has raised average efficiency of a test panel using one axis and a single actuator by 62.3 %, and 66.4% using two axes and two actuators, which an Australian distributor confirms as best practice for some rural and outback installations.
Ev Foley
Jun 18, 2026
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Markets & Policy
For Indian businesses, the real challenge with solar isn’t cost—it’s risk While intent to adopt clean energy is strong, execution often feels complex, driven by upfront cost, financing choices, and questions around long-term performance.
Nishant Sood, Managing Director, Candi Solar
Jun 18, 2026
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Applications & Installations
Mining company opens 30 MW solar tender in Botswana A tender is open in Botswana for a 30 MW solar project that will supply electricity to a diamond mine. The deadline to submit expressions of interest is July 10.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 17, 2026
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Technology & Products
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Fox ESS to unveil new products alongside rebranding at Intersolar Europe 2026 Fox ESS will showcase its new branding at Intersolar Europe 2026 with an expanded exhibition presence that offers over 300㎡ of space dedicated to new products, immersive brand storytelling, and its global campaign message: “The Champion’s Choice.”
Fox ESS
Jun 17, 2026
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Technology & Products
Terris Energy launches monobloc air-to-water heat pump for multi-unit residential buildings Terris Energy has launched a 60 kW version of its T-DUO hybrid monobloc heat pump, extending its existing range to better serve mid-sized collective and tertiary buildings in renovation and new-build projects. The R290-based hybrid system combines an air-to-water heat pump with a gas condensing boiler in a compact platform designed for simplified integration.
Emiliano Bellini
Jun 17, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Brazil distributed solar financing rises as utility-scale investment falls Brazil’s renewable energy financing rose to BRL 36.3 billion in 2025 but remained well below the 2022 peak, as high interest rates, curtailment, and regulatory uncertainty continued to constrain investment. Distributed solar proved the most resilient segment, while wind power rebounded strongly and energy storage emerged as a growing market despite financing figures that likely understate its expansion.
Lívia Neves
Jun 17, 2026
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Technology & Products
UtmoLight launches new perovskite solar module series UtmoLight unveiled its Chuangshi S2 and S1 perovskite modules at SNEC 2026, targeting durability and lightweight deployment challenges that have limited commercial adoption of perovskite PV. The 500 W S2 module is designed for harsh weather conditions and certified for high mechanical loads, while the ultra-light S1 targets distributed PV, BIPV and low-load rooftop applications.
Vincent Shaw
Jun 16, 2026