Grid Parity unveils new glass-glass module for agrivoltaic systems
The translucent 320 W solar module will be presented for the first time in Rimini, Italy. It will be produced by production partner Agora in Slovakia from the third quarter.
Serbia awards 645 MW in second renewables auction
Serbia has allocated 645 MW across 10 wind and solar projects in its second renewables auction, setting average prices at €0.0509 ($0.0533)/kWh for solar and €0.0535/kWh for wind. The government said the rates are well below market levels.
Moldova mandates returnable financial guarantee for future connection permits
Renewable energy developers in Moldova must now provide financial guarantees when applying for grid connection permits. The guarantees are refundable if projects become operational within agreed time frames.
Slovakia added 274 MW of PV in 2024
Last year’s solar additions, led by installations in the commercial and industrial sector, took Slovakia’s cumulative solar capacity to over 1 GW.
Slovenia allocates €20 million for renewable electricity, heat
Slovenian electricity market operator Borzen has shared details of a forthcoming €20 million ($20.9 million) fund that will support the installation of heat pumps and solar thermal collectors, alongside other renewable energy devices. Applications for the subsidy will open Mar. 18, 2025.
Solar a beacon of hope as Ukrainians yearn for peace
Solar energy has been essential for survival in Ukraine during nearly three years of war since the Russian invasion in 2022. As citizens hope for peace, PV will be instrumental in supporting post-war recovery, whenever it comes.
Companies express interest in developing 235 MW of solar in Albania
The Albanian government has received requests from four companies looking to develop four separate solar projects located across the country.
PV-driven solar water pumping system based on supercapacitor buffer
Scientists have proposed a novel design for standalone solar PV water pumping systems, using an intermediate supercapacitor buffer to temporarily store solar energy and release it in high-power pulses. Daily water productivity has grown by 64%, based on a simulation. An experimental setup was also tested.
Romanian organization proposes new prosumer model for apartments
The Romanian Association of Energy Prosumers and Communities (APCE) is urging the government to introduce a new prosumer model that allows apartment residents to benefit from surplus solar energy generated by rooftop systems.
Kazakhstan to auction 90 MW of solar this year
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy has scheduled four solar auctions in June 2025, offering 90 MW of combined capacity.
