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Industry NewsOman plans 6 GW solar cell, module factory
Oman is investing in a 6 GW solar cell and module factory as part of a $1.74 billion investment package across 105 strategic projects.
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Industry NewsACME Solar signs PPA with SECI for 300 MW wind-solar hybrid renewable energy project
ACME Solar has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Solar Energy Corp. of India Ltd (SECI) for a 300 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind-solar hybrid renewable energy project. The project will supply power at a tariff of INR 3.25/kWh.
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Industry NewsGreenH deploys 1 MW PEM electrolyzer for India’s first hydrogen-powered train
GreenH Electrolysis has supplied and deployed a 1 MW proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer for the hydrogen production and refuelling station serving India's first indigenous hydrogen-powered train operating on the Sonipat–Jind section.
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Industry NewsIEEFA proposes roadmap to strengthen climate transition plan disclosures in India’s BRSR framework
The two-phase approach aims to enhance transparency for investors and lenders while aligning Indian corporate sector disclosures with established global standards
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Industry NewsACME Solar secures PPA for 300 MW hybrid wind-solar project in India
ACME Solar has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Solar Energy Corp. of India Ltd (SECI) for a 300 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind-solar hybrid renewable energy project. The project will supply power at a tariff of INR 3.25/kWh.
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Industry NewsColombia’s PV capacity tops 4.58 GW, with 1.19 GW under testing
Colombia's installed solar capacity has surpassed 4.58 GW, with nearly 1.2 GW of projects still undergoing testing, as solar accounts for more than 98% of renewable capacity added since August 2022. The country needs to add about 1.35 GW more of solar, wind and small-scale hydropower by August…
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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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