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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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