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“We believe that local communities have an important role to play in informing and influencing how our GNR Solar and Biodiversity Park proposals evolve,” said Mark Noone. Image: Unsplash. Elements Green, a UK-based renewable energy developer, has launched the second phase of regulatory consultation for its 800MW Great North Road Solar and Biodiversity Park. The solar power plant will also feature energy storage and has been renamed to reflect the focus on biodiversity which was a priority for the developer following local feedback in previous consultations. This second consultation phase runs until February 20. “We believe that local communities have…

Italy has expanded incentives for PV projects using EU-made modules under its Transizione 5.0 Tax Credit program, which offers coverage of up to 35% and higher calculation bases for high-efficiency cells and modules. January 10, 2025 Massimiliano Tripodo Image: Ricardo Gómez Angel, Unsplash By pv magazine Italy The Italian government has increased incentives for PV projects using EU-made solar panels under the Transizione 5.0 Tax Credit scheme, a tax program aimed at transitioning industrial processes to renewable energy. The tax credits cover up to 35% of the cost of solar panels and are awarded through tenders for projects using modules…

Researchers from Belgium and the University of Cyprus conducted outdoor stability tests with solar-powered perovskite mini-modules, providing two years of stability performance data. The tests showed that the performance loss of the modules during the burn-in period of perovskites varied between 7% and 8% per month. January 10, 2025 Valerie Thompson Researchers from Belgian research center imec and the University of Cyprus have announced that they have completed outdoor stability testing of solar perovskite mini-modules, which will provide stability data over two years. The research team tested 4 cm2 metal halide perovskite mini-modules, developed at imec/EnergyVille at the University of…

Artemis of Monalee Artemis by Monalee introduces GoodLeap lease financing for fast-growing solar companies. Currently operating in 12 states, consumers can easily select the leasing option that best suits their needs and enjoy instant approval through soft credit checks, enabling savings of up to 30 to 50% on their monthly electric bills. To reinforce its innovative offering, Artemis has been in touch with GoodLeap, a leading company that has almost funded $20 billion on projects. This connection gives solar companies using Artemis the ability to display lease prices directly to consumers on their website, along with credit approvals, instant 12-second…

Aiko Solar has started production at its Jinan factory, the third facility for n-type full back contact solar modules. The factory is designed for a solar cell and panel capacity of 30 GW, with the first phase of 10 GW reaching full production by the end of 2025. January 10, 2025 Vincent Shaw Aiko Solar said the Jinan factory has started production of n-type all-back-contact (ABC) solar panels, marking a milestone for the company. The factory, Aiko’s third for n-type ABC modules, uses Industry 4.0 technologies, runs on green electricity, recovers more than 90% of the water and uses more…

The proposed system utilizes waste heat by thermally coupling a water-lithium bromide absorption heat transformer with heat of compression of water vaporpump. It reportedly achieved a temperature increase of up to 110 C and ultra-high temperature heating of up to 180 C. January 10, 2025 Emiliano Bellini Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China have designed an industrial high-temperature heat pump that uses water as a working medium and waste heat recovery technology. “By taking full advantage of the unique advantages of absorption heat transformers at low temperatures and compression heat pumps at high temperatures, the proposed system can…

The fire, which affected a photovoltaic installation in a battery container at the port of Gandia, started on January 4 at 6:14 p.m. January 10, 2025 Pilar Sanchez Molina Image: Bombers Consorci VLC By pv magazine Spain Twenty firefighters responded to a fire involving photovoltaic panels at the port of Gandia in Spain and an explosion of an associated container battery. In January, an explosion was heard at 6.14pm and local residents called the emergency services. Five fire brigades from Gandia, Oliva, Cullera and Alzira stations were on site, along with a sector chief and sergeant and members of the…

Global Solar Council CEO Sonia Dunlop chaired the discussion. Image: Solar media. Growing community opposition to solar developments and high capital costs will pose major challenges for the European solar industry in the coming year. Despite some ups and downs, the industry worldwide made steady progress in 2024, surpassing the 2TW capacity limit by the end of the year, just two years after reaching 1TW. Financial and development experts participate a webinar organized this week by Solar energy portal publisher Solar Media was asked to give their opinion on the biggest challenges and opportunities for the sector this year. Chairing…

A 300 MW energy storage plant (CAES) using two underground salt caverns in central China’s Hubei province has been successfully connected to the grid at full capacity, making it the largest operational project of its kind in the world. January 10, 2025 Marija Maisch Image: Harbin Electric Corporation By ESS news A historic compressed air energy storage (CAES) power plant using two underground salt caves in Yingcheng city, central China’s Hubei province, was successfully connected to the power grid at full capacity on Thursday, marking the official start of the commercial activities were highlighted. The “Energy Storage No. 1” project…

CertainTeed, part of the Saint-Gobain group, has a century-long history since its establishment in 1904. Growing into a major manufacturer in the building materials sector, it offers a diverse range of products including shingles, siding, and innovative solar solutions. The latest addition to its solar product range is the Solstice line, featuring both solar panels and solar shingles. These solar panels from CertainTeed deliver moderate performance and are competitively priced, backed by exceptional warranty options. Key Points Product Range: CertainTeed, established in 1904 and part of Saint-Gobain, offers a variety of building materials, including its Solstice solar panels and shingles.…