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The BAJ Solar IPP project is expected to have a capacity of 100 MW and be located near Bilaj Al Jazayer, on the south-west coast of Bahrain. October 17, 2025 Emiliano Bellini Image: Afsal Shaji, Unsplash Bahrain’s Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has issued a decision tender for the construction of a 100 MW solar power plant in Bilaj Al Jazayer, on the south-west coast of Bahrain. The Bilaj Al Jazayer Independent Power Project (BAJ Solar IPP) will be developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) on a build-own-operate (BOO) basis. Interested developers have until December 28 to submit their bids.…

Fortress power has released its new energy storage system, the eBoost. Sixteen of the 16 kWh units can be connected in parallel for up to 256 kWh of storage capacity for homes and businesses. “The eBoost sets a new standard for flexible, high-capacity energy storage,” said Matthew Daniel, Product Manager for eBoost at Fortress Power. “The scalability, durability and seamless integration with the Envy Duo 21 inverter make it an ideal choice for installers and customers who demand reliable performance with easy deployment.” A single eBoost module can provide up to 12 kW of continuous charging and discharging power. The…

The Dutch energy regulator has confirmed that all energy suppliers now provide verified data on the origin of electricity, improving transparency for households and businesses. October 17, 2025 Brian Public Image: Matthew Henry, Unsplash The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has revealed that all energy suppliers in the country now provide accurate information about the origin of electricity, following inspections that prompted three companies to update their data. The ‘electricity label’, which indicates whether electricity is generated from renewable sources such as wind and solar energy or from fossil fuels, is intended to improve market transparency and help…

Twenty years ago, Exact solar energy started in Newtown, Pennsylvania, with a single project and the belief that solar energy could make a difference for families and communities. What started as a small family business has grown steadily year after year. Now considered a reliable name working in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, and has been listed for several years SPWs Top Solar Contractors List, Exact Solar celebrates its 20th anniversary. The company has installed more than 20 MW of solar capacity across the region and completed more than 2,500 projects for homes, schools, nonprofits and businesses. Exact origin of…

In a new weekly update for pv magazineSolcast, a DNV company, reports that the emergence of a weak La Niña in the tropical Pacific is expected to strengthen sunny conditions in southern parts of the continent, including Chile, Argentina and southern Brazil. October 17, 2025 Solcast According to an analysis using the Solcast API. The emergence of a weak La Niña in the tropical Pacific is expected to strengthen sunny conditions in southern parts of the continent, including Chile, Argentina and southern Brazil. Although La Niña typically brings cloudy weather to the tropics, seasonal forecasts suggest that insolation will continue…

In a new weekly update for pv magazineOPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a brief overview of the major price trends in the global PV industry. October 17, 2025 OPIS The China Mono Premium – OPIS’ rating for mono-grade polysilicon used in the production of n-type ingots – remained unchanged week over week at CNY52,200 ($7.32)/kg, or CNY0.110/W, according to the OPIS Global Solar Markets Report released on October 14. The price is now up 53.6% from the year-to-date low of CNY33.975/kg on July 1. Recent policy signals from China indicate renewed progress on the long-discussed plan to consolidate the…

loanTERRA is launching a new platform designed to eliminate hidden costs and give more homeowners access to affordable solar and energy efficiency upgrades. By equipping credit unions, community banks and installers with transparent tools, lendTERRA is rethinking how green lending works – and who it works for. The launch comes at a crucial time for the clean energy lending industry, which is undergoing a major reset following the collapse of several national lenders, the loss of the 30% federal tax credit for renewable energy projects and increasing scrutiny of opaque business practices. These disruptions have shaken consumer confidence and made…

France’s Certisolis approved four Voltec Solar panels and one Meyer Burger module with a carbon footprint of less than 530 kg CO₂/kWp, potentially qualifying them for the country’s 5.5% VAT rate. October 17, 2025 Gwénaëlle Deboutte Image: Bartosch-Salmanski, Voltec Solar By pv magazine France French testing and certification laboratory Certisolis has updated its list of simplified carbon assessments (SCAs) to include the first PV modules with a carbon footprint below 530 kg CO₂/kWp, a threshold that may qualify them for a reduced carbon footprint. VAT rate of 5.5%. Four panels from French manufacturer Voltec Solar meet the criterion. These include…

Inverters must be able to withstand the high levels of heat generated during operation, otherwise system performance and reliability can be compromised. Cody Schoener of Dow Performance Silicones states that using silicone-based materials for inverters can improve thermal management and fire protection, while providing thermal stability, environmental resistance, electrical insulation and support for operational efficiency. October 17, 2025 Cody Schneider From pv magazine 10/2025 In addition to their core function of converting AC to DC and optimizing the output of a PV or solar-plus-storage system, inverters must also be fire-resistant, support electrical safety and withstand outdoor conditions. Environmental resilience is…

This week, Women in Solar+ Europe gives the voice to Maribel Gonzalez, Commercial Director Company at the British Brighter Green Engineering. She says breaking traditional barriers required patience, trust and a focus on excellence. “Continuous learning became a personal compass; every challenge was an opportunity to adapt and grow,” she says. October 17, 2025 Women in Solar+ Europe The solar plus industries rely on innovation and problem solving, and both thrive when teams are diverse and inclusive. Gender diversity brings together diverse perspectives that improve creativity, decision-making, and overall performance. Having worked as a Spanish woman in the male-dominated solar…