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Germany launches new measures to support solar energy
The German Parliament has approved “Solarpaket 1”, a policy package that includes higher feed-in tariffs for commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects and new measures related to the size of eligible installations in large-scale solar auctions.
China poised to reach 5.5 TW of solar power by 2050
DNV forecasts that solar power in China will account for 38% of the countrys electricity production by 2050, up from 5% today, with more than a third of solar capacity to be combined with storage by mid-century.
Indias new solar installations reached 6.2 GW in March
India set a new record for monthly renewable energy installations by deploying 7.1 GW of capacity in March 2024. Monthly renewable energy additions included more than 6, 2 GW of solar energy.
Ireland introduces home energy loan scheme
Irish authorities have introduced a new scheme to allow homeowners to borrow between €5,000 and €75,000 for up to 10 years, with low interest rates. Heat pumps, solar electricity and solar water heater installations are eligible for the program.
Solar energy is key to alleviating Burundis serious energy crisis
Burundi, the poorest country in the world, cannot buy fossil fuels on the international market due to a lack of foreign currency. pv magazine spoke with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and a photovoltaic analyst to assess the true potential of photovoltaics in the countrys current energy crisis.
South Korea offers support for agrivoltaics
The South Korean government has announced a new package of measures to support agrivoltaic projects. He says the agrivoltaics business must be a priority for agricultural companies.
Australia announces launch of community batteries
The Australian federal governments initiative to install 400 community batteries across the country has arrived in the Australian Capital Territory, with plans for three new battery energy storage systems.
Azerbaijan announces its first solar auction
Azerbaijan has revealed plans for its first renewable energy auction, to facilitate the design, financing, construction and operation of a 100 MW solar plant. Applicants can contact the Ministry of Energy starting April 30 to participate in the first of two auction stages.
Renewables reach record levels in Australia as electricity demand rises
A new report from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) shows the countrys clean energy transition is accelerating with renewables renewables, including utility-scale and rooftop solar.
Oman Solar Transition Roadmap
SolarPower Europe says in a new report on solar energy development in Oman that the country will need to install a minimum of 13 GW of solar power by 2030 to meet its ambitious net zero emissions targets. |
