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Philippines adds 899 MW of solar in 2025

Figures from the International Renewable Energy Agency say the Philippines' cumulative solar capacity neared 3.9 GW by the end of last year. Deployment rates look set to increase in the coming years, led by a gigawatt-sized pipeline of projects procured under the country's green energy auctions.
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California powers its massive water pumps with 105 MW solar project

California is putting the sun to work on the heavy lift that keeps California hydrated.
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Negative power prices reach all-time high on the Iberian Peninsula in Q1

Spain and Portugal recorded a surge in negative electricity prices in Q1, driven by strong solar generation and relatively low demand on the Iberian Peninsula. Further records are likely in 2026 as solar capacity grows, with more frequent price volatilit...
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Jinko Power enters data center business with 1 GW project in China

Jinko Power signed a framework agreement with Zhongwei to develop a 1 GW data center in Ningxia, marking its entry into green computing under China’s “Eastern Data, Western Computing” initiative. The project, however, remains subject to approvals a...
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Italy launches tender for 30 MW of floating PV

The Italian authorities will offer 30 MW of floating PV capacity in its June 8 FER2 auction, reducing the quota after weak participation in the first round.
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Solar rebound effect could raise Europe’s electricity demand 5% by 2050

Research from Germany's FernUniversität Hagen finds the solar rebound effect, caused by households increasing their total electricity consumption after installing a solar system, is currently a blind stop in Europe's energy system planning and abatement...
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A closer look at CATL’s new sodium-ion battery

The battery manufacturing heavyweight presented its latest sodium-ion products at ESIE 2026 earlier this month, expanding its push into grid-scale storage, AI data centers, and long-life applications.
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Samsung launches residential air-to-water heat pump reaching SCOP of up to 4.9

The Korean manufacturer said its new heat pump system can achieve a seasonal coefficient of performance of up to 4.9 under low-temperature floor heating conditions, and approximately 3.78 under higher-temperature operation at 55 C.

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POWEROAD at RE+ MEXICO 2026: Meaningful Conversations, New Connections

POWEROAD has successfully concluded its participation at RE+ Mexico 2026, held at Expo Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico, where the team connected with industry professionals, partners, and customers from Mexico and across Latin America. Throughout the exhibition, POWEROAD engaged in valuable face-to-face discussions on the growing role of energy storage in supporting a more flexible, reliable, […]

From Whitepaper to Reality: ZOE Energy Storage to Share UK BTM Commercialisation Pathways at Solar & Storage Live London

[LONDON, UK – April 2026] – ZOE Energy Storage, a BloombergNEF Tier 1 manufacturer, has announced that its strategic arm, the ZOE Energy Research Institute, will present its latest practical research and evolving insights in the UK’s Behind-the-Meter (BTM) sector at the upcoming Solar & Storage Live London (29-30 April 2026). From Theory to Practice: A Turning […]

PowerHill in Action: Dunext Unifies Solar Assets for a Major Romanian Bakery

For a well-established bakery group in Mureș, Romania, energy cost control is critical to maintaining production efficiency. The facility had proactively installed two separate photovoltaic plants (300kW and 400kW) at its facility, but operating as independent systems, they limited the site's ability to fully utilize its solar generation.

JinkoSolar Signs 14MW Ground Power Plant Agreement in Georgia, Featuring Tiger Neo 3.0 Modules

JinkoSolar has recently signed a 14MW ground power plant supply agreement with a customer in Georgia, adopting Tiger Neo 3. 0 modules for the entire project.

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Will we finally buy European PV modules?

In a new monthly column for pv magazine, the Becquerel Institute explains why Europe’s solar manufacturing outlook is shifting from decline to cautious opportunity, driven by rising energy uncertainty and new regulations like the Net-Zero Industry Act that create fragmented, nationally defined markets with partial protection for domestic producers. While demand and policy support are strong, complexity, uneven implementation, and competition risks mean success will depend on how quickly and strategically industry players navigate this narrow window.

‘I approach inclusion from a perspective of fairness and performance’

This week Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Carla Vico, CEO of France’s Green Solver. She says building an inclusive culture means valuing people for their work, accountability, and commitment, rather than their gender or background. “I do not believe in positive discrimination; I believe in creating equal opportunities and making merit-based decisions,” she states.

China polysilicon hits cost floor as producers curb output amid weak demand

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

Cyclones and unseasonal polar winds shape Australia’s solar resource in March

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that March in Australia was unusually wet and disrupted, with frequent tropical cyclones, polar air intrusions, and repeated low-pressure systems causing widespread cloud, storms, and record cold in the southeast. Solar irradiance was mixed: below average in the south due to persistent cloud and storms, but near or above average on some northern and coastal regions where breaks between systems allowed recovery.

PV module prices continue to rise unabated

Photovoltaic module prices have risen for the fourth consecutive month, driven by strong demand for energy independence despite falling upstream costs such as polysilicon. At the same time, production cuts in China and tighter supply conditions are limiting availability, reinforcing price increases across all technologies.

Managing cyber risks in the era of decentralized energy

The move toward decentralized energy resources offers resilience and flexibility in power generation, but it also introduces new complexities that demand proactive security measures.

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Low-pressure hydrogen bridges seasonal gaps in solar-powered Japanese building

Taisei Corporation has demonstrated that a building can operate entirely on solar power by combining PV generation with a hybrid storage system integrating batteries and low-pressure hydrogen at a test facility in Yokohama. An EMS-enabled setup using lithium-ion batteries and PEM electrolysis balanced short- and long-term energy supply and demand, enabling year-round renewable operation, according to the company.

Could global warming improve heat pump efficiency in Alpine regions?

Researchers in Italy analyzed air-to-water heat pump performance in Alpine regions, focusing on how start-up and defrost cycles affect efficiency under current and future climate conditions. Their simulations show that while warmer temperatures slightly reduce defrosting losses and modestly improve efficiency, start-up cycling losses remain significant and continue to limit overall performance gains.

Cyber threats for PV: What are cloud platform and software-as-a-service exploitation attacks and how do they work

Cloud and SaaS platforms are now central to PV plant operations, but their centralization creates a high-impact cybersecurity risk where a single compromise can expose or disrupt entire fleets of installations. Attackers exploit weaknesses like stolen credentials, insecure APIs, multi-tenant flaws, and platform vulnerabilities, making strong identity controls, secure APIs, and continuous monitoring essential defenses.

Community-scale solar offers $6.5 billion in savings, bypassing California gridlocks

Localized distribution-level projects can cut out-of-state energy imports by 13% while providing a faster alternative to delayed transmission-scale infrastructure, said a report by Pathfinder Communications.

Inside the financing of Egypt’s largest solar‑plus‑storage project

Norwegian developer Scatec ASA has commissioned the first phase of the 1.1 GW Obelisk solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Egypt, backed by $479.1 million in development finance institution (DFI) debt and a fully contracted storage revenue model.

Philippines announces 7th renewables auction

The country’s seventh green energy auction is set to procure rooftop, ground-mounted and floating solar projects across the Philippines, with increased allocation in Mindanao. The Department of Energy plans to release the auction’s terms of reference during the second quarter of this year.

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TBEA launches 500 kW string inverter

The new inverter is designed around standardized 5 MW and 5.5 MW PV sub-arrays with the aim to reduce balance-of-system costs. It features a maximum efficiency of 99.0% and a high-voltage architecture of up to 1,600 Vdc and 1,000 Vac.

JinkoSolar debuts rooftop PV module weighing 7 kg/m2

The Chinese manufacturer said its lightweight Light Diamond TOPCon module delivers 560 W at 24.94% efficiency.

New metric shows renewables are 53% cheaper than nuclear power

A new metric for assessing total system costs puts a least-cost mix of offshore wind and solar at about €46 ($54.20)/MWh in a future climate-neutral energy system for Denmark. Researchers tell pv magazine that figure is less than half the equivalent cost of nuclear under the same conditions.

The Hydrogen Stream: Levelized cost of hydrogen at Mediterranean ports can be as low as €2.5/kg for hybrid systems

A study from the University of Naples Federico II finds hydrogen production at Mediterranean ports could cost €5.7–8.6/kg using only renewables and €2.5–13/kg in hybrid systems, with solar emerging as the most reliable resource and wind outperforming it in select locations. Alongside these findings, major industry developments include new hydrogen and e-fuel projects, advanced electrolyser technologies, and EU-backed infrastructure expansion supporting large-scale decarbonization.

Italy installs 1.43 GW of PV in Q1

The country reached a cumulative installed PV capacity of 44.9 GW at the end of March, according to recent figures from Italian PV association Italia Solar.

Cyber threats for PV: What are supply chain attacks and how do they work

Supply chain attacks compromise PV systems by targeting trusted vendors, software, or hardware components, allowing attackers to infiltrate systems indirectly through legitimate channels. These attacks can disrupt operations, introduce hidden vulnerabilities, and impact multiple assets at once, making vendor security and system validation critical for resilience.

Technology

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Perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells using zinc-doped tin oxide achieve comparable performance to indium tin oxide counterparts

Fraunhofer ISE-led researchers demonstrated zinc-doped tin oxide (ZTO) as an indium-free alternative to indium tin oxide (ITO) for recombination layers in fully textured perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells. ZTO delivers comparable device efficiencies of 27–28% under current-matching conditions, offering a scalable, indium-free pathway for high-performance tandem photovoltaics without efficiency loss.

Trina Solar TOPCon patents invalidated in US ruling involving Canadian Solar

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has invalidated all claims of two TOPCon solar cell patents previously asserted by Trina Solar against Canadian Solar subsidiaries.

Spray cooling for floating PV

A research team in Germany developed a dynamic model of spray cooling for floating PV systems that couples thermal behavior, electrical performance, and active cooling, and validated it against a 750 kW installation. Simulations across four climates showed that spray cooling reduces module temperatures by up to 42% and improves energy yield by up to 3.8%, with benefits strongly dependent on local conditions.

Switzerland to fund research on PV module, battery, heat pump recycling

The Swiss federal government has launched a funding call for research projects on energy and resource-efficient industrial processes, including the circular economy related to solar modules, batteries, heat pumps and electrolyzers. The deadline to submit pre-proposals is June 30.

Agrivoltaics maintain or enhance forage quality, study finds

Researchers have analyzed the biomass and nutritional value of grasses and legumes for grazing dairy cattle, growing in agrivoltaics fields. The results showed that forage quality may be maintained or even enhanced in agrivoltaic environments.

The solar support gap: Why do pro-solar citizens reject local projects?

Researchers from the University of Rhode Island explored why citizens who voiced pro-solar sentiments voted against a solar project development in a 2019 municipal referendum. Their analysis found objections over land use greatly outweigh proximity concerns.

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Chinese PV Industry Brief: JinkoSolar, Hoshine Silicon posts significant losses for 2025

Hoshine Silicon reported 2025 revenue of CNY 20.499 billion ($2.82 billion) and a CNY 2.991 billion net loss driven by PV disruption and impairments. Meanwhile, polysilicon and wafer prices continued to decline in mid-April amid high inventories and weak demand.

Pur Energy launches all-in-one battery–based home backup power solution

India-based Pur Energy has launched the PuREPower 3.0 Lite, an all-in-one lithium battery-based power backup solution positioned as a cleaner and more compact alternative to conventional inverter and lead-acid battery combinations for the residential segment.

Philippines registers solar module maker targeting EU export market

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has formally registered Genuine Renewable Energy and Eco-Friendly Energy Network Corp. (GREEENC) as an ecozone enterprise to manufacture and export PV modules, with the European Union as the primary target market.

South Korea widens tax credits for low-carbon solar manufacturing

South Korea has extended investment tax credits to solar module manufacturing facilities meeting carbon footprint thresholds, in the latest step in a policy trajectory that increasingly uses procurement and tax measures to support domestic manufacturers.

OCI in talks with SpaceX for polysilicon supply

Media outlets in South Korea are reporting that Malaysia’s OCI TerraSus, a subsidiary of Seoul-headquartered chemicals company OCI Holdings, is in talks with SpaceX for a multi-year polysilicon supply contract.

Scientists identify new loss factor in tracker-based PV plants on slightly undulating terrain

Researchers in Spain have identified a new source of underperformance in utility-scale PV plants caused by “suboptimal backtracking” on slightly uneven terrain. The study shows that real tracker control systems deviate from ideal flat-terrain assumptions, reducing irradiance capture and causing measurable energy losses compared with simulations.

Energy Storage

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Thermostatic radiator valves can reduce energy consumption in air-source heat pumps by 6-8%

Researchers in the United Kingdom found that thermostatic radiator valves can reduce air-source heat pump space heating energy use by 6–8% without affecting system efficiency when used correctly. TRVs must be applied carefully in well-designed, balanced systems with at least one open flow path, as they mainly serve as a secondary tool for room-level comfort control rather than a replacement for proper heat pump design and low flow temperature operation.

BMW targets 2028 hydrogen car launch, cites infrastructure and cost hurdles

BMW Group tells pv magazine its iX5 Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) will enter series production in 2028 using a third-generation fuel cell system developed with Toyota, but says hydrogen pump prices must reach parity with diesel for the vehicle to succeed commercially.

Germany adds record 1 GWh of battery storage in March

Germany could break the gigawatt-hour mark for the first time on a monthly basis. Around 45,000 new residential photovoltaic storage systems have been registered in the market master data register so far in March.

Colombia approves guidelines for integrating energy storage into electricity system

The decree represents a shift in grid operations with storage seen as improving reliability and enabling higher renewable energy penetration.

Span and Nvidia to develop AI data centers in your backyard, lowering electric bills

The two companies will develop XFRA, a distributed network of compute nodes connected to homes with smart panels, batteries and optional solar generation, in partnership with Nvidia and homebuilders like PulteGroup,

European power grid investment set to rise sharply by 2027

The EU Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) says distribution grid investment has risen 51% since 2021, but warns that fragmented planning rules and regulatory distortions could limit efficiency and slow the energy transition.