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Industry NewsChile tenders 2,835 GWh of backup supply open to renewables, storage
The technology-neutral tender excludes coal and other high-emission fuels while allowing solar, wind, hydro and battery storage projects to participate individually or in hybrid configurations.
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Industry NewsGoodWe launches single-phase off-grid inverter series for residential microgrids
GoodWe has unveiled the EO G2 Series single-phase off-grid inverter, specifically engineered for harsh operating environments across Africa. Available in power ratings from 3 kW to 6 kW, the system features up to 200% PV oversizing, less then 4 ms seamless switching, and AI-powered energy…
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Industry NewsSegen shifts beyond solar distribution with new finance tools and full home electrification strategy
New Segen UK & Ireland managing director tells pv magazine he plans to build on technology and training investment as company eyes opportunity in households electrification. More detail on new residential finance offer expected soon.
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Industry NewsOctopus Energy launches 100 controllable homes in bid to achieve zero electricity costs over a decade
Octopus Energy is developing a 100-home “Zero Bills Homes” neighborhood in France, combining solar PV, heat pumps, batteries, and smart energy management. The project aims to achieve zero net electricity costs over 10 years through self-consumption optimization, aggregation, and flexibility…
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Industry NewsPeriodic groove glass boosts high-angle light capture for facade PV
A research team in China has developed a periodic groove glass structure to improve light capture in facade-mounted PV modules. The proposed design was found to reduce reflection at high incidence angles while maintaining compatibility with large-scale glass manufacturing.
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Industry NewsNetherlands proposes stricter rules for solar near airports
The Netherlands is working on a temporary framework governing permits for solar near airports. Trade association Holland Solar has said there is a lack of convincing evidence as to why solar panels have to meet stricter reflection requirements than other surfaces.
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Industry NewsItalian energy communities reach 303 MW of operational capacity
Italy has 3,630 active renewable energy communities with a combined operational capacity of 302.9 MW, according to new data. More than 29,800 PNRR-funded applications have been approved, unlocking €768.3 million in grants for 1.74 GW of capacity.
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