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2026-11-01
18 stories published.
Supervisory Authority's Rejection of Solar Project in Designated Abandoned Quarry Is Unjustified If It Ignores Visual Impact
TAR Lombardia ruled that rejecting a solar project in a disused quarry based solely on abstract landscape prohibitions is unjustified without assessing visual impact. This clarifies regulatory requirements for landscape authorization in suitable areas, affecting project approval processes for solar developers.
DTE Energy activates 132 MW solar park in Michigan funded by customers
DTE Energy has commissioned the 132 MW Fish Creek Solar facility in Michigan, which was financed by voluntary MIGreenPower subscribers rather than the general rate base. This project highlights a customer-funded model for renewable energy deployment that avoids increasing costs for non-participating ratepayers.
Exclusive Interview with Zhongke Rongyi He Mingxing: Targeting the Long-Duration Energy Storage Sector, Iron-Based All-Solid-State Batteries Move Toward Pilot Production
Zhongke Rongyi has disclosed that its iron-based all-solid-state battery technology, originally developed for nuclear power plants, is moving toward pilot production. This development is significant for professionals seeking alternative long-duration storage solutions that offer inherent thermal stability and safety ad
Spain tops European list of internet-exposed solar systems: one in three located here
A study by Modat found that Spain hosts one in three of the 8,547 solar and wind systems exposed to the public internet across Europe. This highlights the critical need for operators to secure control interfaces to prevent remote shutdowns of grid-connected renewable assets.
€31.5 million investment in this Albacete town: plans to install 34 massive battery containers
Elawan Energy has submitted applications for two hybrid solar and storage projects in Carcelén, Albacete, featuring 34 battery containers and a 31.5 million euro investment. This initiative highlights the growing integration of large-scale battery systems with photovoltaic facilities to enhance grid flexibility and ene
West African Community unifies energy storage regulations!
The adoption of a unified regulatory framework for battery storage in West Africa is a notable development for the region. This standardization provides a clearer compliance path for developers and investors operating across multiple ECOWAS member states.
Nghe An sets target for 50% of government offices to use rooftop solar power by 2030
Nghe An province is drafting a plan to install rooftop solar systems in government offices, schools, and hospitals, targeting 50% coverage by 2030. This initiative aims to reduce grid pressure and promote energy efficiency among public institutions in Vietnam.
China Launches 8-Hour Thermal Energy Storage Solar Power Plant, Integrating 900MW of Solar PV
A 100MW molten salt tower-type solar thermal plant with 8-hour storage has been connected to the grid in Xinjiang, integrated with a 900MW PV facility. This project demonstrates a hybrid approach to managing renewable energy fluctuations and extending power supply duration.
60,000 solar panels for Colombia, but at a higher-than-usual price?
The article details the signing of 17 contracts for 2,274 energy communities in Colombia, highlighting a 15% price margin added to panel costs to account for exchange rate and inflation risks. This is relevant to professionals tracking how government procurement structures and currency risk management impact the final
Andalusia exhausted its one-day budget for home solar panels with battery storage, while the subsidy for home insulation, covering up to 65%, remains open
The Andalusian Energy Agency suspended new applications for its solar and battery storage subsidy after the budget was exhausted within one day of opening. This rapid depletion highlights the high demand for residential energy efficiency and storage incentives in the region.
Tesla halts production of solar roof tiles, shifts to conventional solar panel supply
Tesla has discontinued its solar roof tile product and shifted its third-party installer network to supply only conventional solar panels. This move highlights the challenges of integrating aesthetic design with practical efficiency and cost targets in the residential solar market.
Nearly 5,000 solar panels at 2,500 meters altitude, atop a dam and without road access: Muttsee's solar installation in the Swiss Alps generates 43% of its electricity in winter, when the country needs it most
The Muttsee project demonstrates the viability of high-altitude solar installations on dam walls, with 4,872 panels generating 43% of annual output in winter. This case study highlights how mountain solar can complement hydropower during periods of low water flow and high demand.
$10,000 for rooftop solar? No, thanks. Why homeowners are rejecting an Ontario rebate that ‘doesn’t make any sense’
Homeowners in Ontario are rejecting a $10,000 provincial rebate because it requires surrendering credits for excess power sent to the grid. This policy structure discourages solar adoption and limits the grid benefits of distributed generation.
Why Sri Lanka’s recent blackout has lessons for India’s rooftop solar push
Sri Lanka's recent grid collapse prompted authorities to instruct rooftop solar operators to disconnect, highlighting integration challenges. This incident offers critical lessons for India as it expands its 33.41 GW rooftop solar capacity and manages grid stability.
Flexible, Film-Light Solar Panels Expand Applications on Curved Surfaces
Researchers in China have developed a flexible perovskite solar cell with an efficiency of nearly 27% that meets the IEC 63163 stability standard. This achievement provides a critical foundation for transitioning flexible photovoltaic technology from laboratory research to industrial production for diverse applications.
Middle East Power Storage Batteries Await $19 Billion in Investments
The article reports that battery energy storage projects in the Middle East and North Africa require $15 billion to $19 billion in capital expenditures before 2030, with a planned portfolio of 128.6 gigawatt-hours. This highlights the critical need for diverse funding sources and robust risk management strategies to support the region's expanding storage infrastructure.
Floating Solar Panels: Clean Energy That Is Not Without Risk
Recent studies highlight that large-scale floating solar installations can reduce water temperature and dissolved oxygen, affecting aquatic habitats. This information is critical for professionals to assess environmental risks when planning FPV projects on reservoirs or lakes.
Neemri Battery Storage: ACME Solar Adds 367 MWh
ACME Solar commissioned an additional 88.02 MW/366.969 MWh at its Neemri project in Rajasthan, raising cumulative capacity to 159.660 MW. This milestone marks significant progress toward the 250 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy target.