Thornova Solar starts solar module production in Indonesia
Thornova Solar has started producing solar modules in Indonesia. The company says the move is in line with changing US market regulations. It plans to supply customers with modules from Indonesia or the United States by mid-2025.
France publishes new provisions making solar mandatory on parking areas
France has enacted provisions mandating solar installations on parking areas, detailing calculation methods, exemptions, and fines for non-compliance.
Austrian utility building 164 MW agrivoltaic plant
Burgerland Energie says it is building a 164 MW tracker-based agrivoltaic facility near Tadten-Wallern on Lake Neusiedl, southeastern Austria.
DEWA seeks advisory services for large-scale solar-plus-storage
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched a tender seeking advisory services from independent power producers for a 1.6 GW solar plus 1 GW battery energy storage system project. The deadline for applications is Dec. 17.
Horizon Power projects cut diesel reliance in remote towns with solar, BESS
Horizon Power, in partnership with Pacific Energy, has completed six federally funded solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) under its Midwest solar program in Western Australia.
Cyprus approves energy storage subsidy scheme
Applications for participation in the scheme will be accepted from January 15, 2025.
Meyer Burger loses biggest customer, questions business viability
Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger faces a significant setback as its largest U.S. customer, D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments, has terminated a long-term agreement to purchase solar panels from its Arizona facility.
California utilities scapegoat rooftop solar for high electricity rates
Utilites in California and nationwide are fighting rooftop solar, the major threat to their effective monopoly on the electricity market, said the California Solar and Storage Association (CALSSA).
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Tongwei starts due diligence on bid for Runergy
Tongwei has initiated due diligence on its CNY 5 billion ($691.8 million) bid to acquire Chinese solar maker Runergy, aiming to secure at least 51% of its equity. The deal, which would be the largest in the PV sector this year, remains subject to changes or potential termination.
CHN Energy starts connecting 1 GW of offshore solar in China
CHN Energy has connected the first phase of its 1 GW offshore solar project in China to the grid, marking progress on what it calls the world’s largest open-sea solar array, capable of powering 2.67 million urban residents upon completion.
