What next for Greece’s energy sector?
After weeks of tremendous uncertainty, a Euro Summit on Sunday led to an agreement that allows Greece and its Eurozone creditors to start negotiations for a new loan. What does the deal mean for Greece’s energy system, and how will renewable energies be affected?
Greece added just 13 MW in 2014
Despite technically reaching grid parity, Greece installed a mere 13 MW of new solar PV in 2014, according to official statistics released last week.
Lighting Africa expands into Nigeria
World Bank and IFC-backed program expands to increase energy access for millions in the African nation.
MNRE invites solar policy comments
Government department launches draft policy on web and asks for opinion by 1 March.
Obama seeks to extend ITC permanently
Presidential bid to extend 30% solar investment tax permanently, prompting SEIA to applaud decision, calling it a ‘major investment in America’s future’.
DEWA releases first set of standards for panel installations
Move follows passing of December resolution and ties in with Smart Dubai initiative.
U.S. Department of Energy re-affirms commitment to solar with $59m endowment
Money is to fund innovation and deployment of renewable technology.
NextEra Energy and Hawaiian Electric propose merger
The two companies seek approval from Commission; promise continued local support.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company receives permission to offer customers solar electricity choice
Scheme allows customers to spend more in order to receive renewables-sourced electricity.
Malaysian government reaffirms renewables research support in 'Smart Villages' project
Announcements arrives amid international cooperation on off-grid technology
