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At the end of each week, pv magazine summarizes in Spanish important news that occurred in the last 7 days and published on different group portals.
Changes in the Polish PV market
Poland became the third European solar market in 2022, driven by the rapid adoption of micro PV installations of less than 50 kW, but this year is already starting to be different. Marcin Slezak, commercial director of Warsaw-based Menlo Electric, recently spoke to pv magazine about changing demand and technology preferences in this thriving market.
Australia breaks new record for rooftop solar Solar power
installed on residential roofs has supplied a record 14% of Australias electricity this summer, more than lignite and more than wind farms and solar projects at big scale.
South Korea cuts capacity allocations from 4 GW to 2 GW in solar tenders
South Korea has cut its 2030 renewables target from 30.2% to just 21.6%, aiming to reduce support to solar power and other clean energy sources, while paving the way for more nuclear power and liquefied natural gas. A lobby group is now challenging the plan in the Seoul Administrative Court.
In Africa, mini-grids are approaching profitability
The mini-grid sector continues to attract the attention of development partners in Africa. Mini-grids can generate profits, so commercial financiers will surely jump on the bandwagon, according to the African Solar Industry Association (AFSIA).
Greece launches €200 million grant program for residential solar plus batteries
The Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy has revealed a new €200 million ($215.3 million) grant program for solar projects and small storage systems in the residential and agricultural segments. The plan is backed by the countrys post-pandemic recovery plan.
India exceeds 64 GW of installed solar capacity
The Indian states of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Karnataka already account for more than 50% of the installed solar capacity in the entire country.
Czech Republic tops up rooftop PV rebate jar
The Czech Republic is earmarking an additional CZK 55 billion ($2.5 billion) for its New Green Savings program, which includes discounts on rooftop PV, among other energy savings measures. energy savings in the residential sector.
A floating photovoltaic system mysteriously washes up on a Hong Kong beach
A local environmental organization has published photos of the stranded installation, which washed up on two beaches last week. The Hong Kong Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation is investigating the provenance of the installation.
Belgian developer starts digging well to install ground source heat pumps in Bruges
Property developer Steenoven and an undisclosed building contractor have started drilling a well for a new thermal energy storage system in the histor |
