Projects · Day
2026-11-02
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Northern Solar CRESS Awards Cover 189 MWac for Data Centers
Northern Solar has secured two CRESS awards for 189 MWac of solar-plus-storage in Malaysia, linked to data centers, but no construction or financing has started. This marks a shift in the company’s focus from contracting to renewable supply, pending final agreements.
Controversy over 41 billion won solar project on Jindo County-owned land: Fairness and rights of existing tenants
A 41 billion won solar project on Jindo County-owned land faces controversy over administrative fairness and tenant rights. The dispute highlights the need for clear procedures when converting agricultural land to solar use while honoring existing lease agreements.
Herrera de los Navarros: New 21 MW solar plant must strengthen bird protection measures against existing wind turbines
The environmental impact statement mandates specific wildlife protection measures, including a joint plan to reduce collisions with the existing 35 MW wind farm. This highlights the regulatory requirements for co-located renewable energy projects in ecologically sensitive areas.
Saudi Arabia in talks with Chinese firms over 2,000 MW solar plant in Turkey; Chinese contractors emerge as front-runners for Tasheli and Sivas projects
The article details the final selection stage for a 2,000 MW solar project in Turkey, highlighting Chinese contractors as front-runners. This matters for professionals tracking international EPC trends and the impact of intergovernmental agreements on large-scale solar development.
PV open-space solar plant on the A7: Municipality to lease key plot
The project integrates a 13.44 MWh battery storage system with a 3.8 MW PV installation on a 2.5-hectare site. This case highlights the municipal approval process and land leasing requirements for highway-adjacent solar projects in Germany.
Vattenfall opens first hybrid park in Germany
Vattenfall has commissioned the Hommerdingen-Biesdorf hybrid plant in Germany, which is the first facility in the country to combine wind and solar generation under a single grid connection. This project demonstrates a viable model for optimizing grid access and reducing infrastructure costs for multi-technology renewable energy sites.
Iberdrola gets green light to boost hybridization of its Cedillo hydroelectric plant with 75 MW of solar
Iberdrola received administrative and construction permits to build a 75.3 MW photovoltaic plant in Cedillo, Spain, to be hybridized with an existing hydroelectric facility. This project leverages existing electrical infrastructure to jointly evacuate renewable energy to the transmission grid.
Grenergy adds US$520 million solar park in María Elena
Grenery submitted a 430 MW solar park with seven-hour battery storage in Antofagasta, Chile, for environmental review. The project is scheduled to begin construction in 2029 and represents a significant expansion of the company's renewable energy portfolio in the region.
Dak Lak: Counterarguments on the dossier of the wind and solar power plant project
The Dak Lak Council reviewed dossiers for a 95 MW wind plant and a 50 MW solar plant with BESS, noting the need for environmental assessments and protection of nature reserves. This highlights the regulatory scrutiny and environmental safeguards required for renewable energy projects in the region.