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Carrier, a supplier of heating solutions based in the US, has introduced a new heat pump system with a cooling-bound energy efficiency (SEER2) of a maximum of 29.7 and a heating season performance factor (HSPF2) of a maximum of 12.2. August 11, 2025 Emiliano Bellini The Opti-V heat pump system Image: carrier Carrier has launched a new series of variable coolant flow heat pump solutions for residential and light commercial applications. “Offered under both the Carrier and Toshiba Carrier Carrier brands, the Opti-V system strengthens the dedication of the company for innovation, sustainability and customer-oriented design,” the manufacturer said in…

AIRA collects € 150 million in stock financing to support an increased production capacity in Wroclaw, Poland, as well as further research and development in Sweden. August 11, 2025 Matthew Lynas Aira, founded in Sweden, produces its heat pumps in Poland and has been launched in Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom. Image: Aira The Swedish manufacturer of the Aira heat pump has raised € 150 million ($ 174.7 million) in stock financing from existing investors, since the company strives for growth on the most important European markets. The funds will be used in an increased production capacity in the…

Opis, Wood Mackenzie and Bernreuter research have spoken with PV -Magazine About the alleged $ 7 billion plan to reduce Polysilicon oversup and to restore a sustainable price environment for the PV -Supply Chain, but the opinions remain divided over the feasibility and effectiveness. August 11, 2025 Emiliano Bellini The six largest polysilicon manufacturers of China are planning to raise around CNY 50 billion ($ 7 billion) to buy and be inactive about a third of the country’s production capacity, Reuters reported, referring to a statement by GCL Technology Holdings. If performed, this movement would close approximately 1 million tonnes…

Array TechnologiesA provider for following solar tracking will deliver trackers for a 200 MWAC Solar project that has awarded 100% of the domestic content Cost percentage (ACP) under the latest guidelines of the American Treasury Department (notification 2025-08) issued in January 2025. The inland content trackers will be delivered to the Emerald Green Solar project in Indiana. “This milestone emphasizes the dedication of Array to American production and to help our customers unlock the full value of tax credit stimuli,” said Kevin G. Hostetler, CEO of Array. “Building on our 35-year inheritance as an American manufacturer, Array is proud to…

The Ministry of Renewable Energy of India has issued design rules that require all solar converters installed under its 30 GW roof program to link directly to National Servers, aimed at improving grid stability and cyber security. Industrial groups back the plan, but warn of high compliance costs, restrictions of supply chain and unequal connectivity. August 11, 2025 Uma Gupta By PV Magazine India Since India scales its roof shift under the Premier Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released inflammatory guidelines that are obliged to deliver all original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)…

This week, women in Solar+ Europe give a voice to Ksenia Dray, global sun leader in France in Res. She says that over the years she witnessed a considerable shift in gender inclusion in the industry of renewable energy. “I also see a new wave of targeted professionals who enter the sector, and many of them have been drawn to women by the possibility of making a difference,” she says. August 8, 2025 Women in solar energy+ Europe The Solar Plus Industries offer a unique environment for stimulating gender diversity and inclusion. Unlike traditional sectors such as oil and gas…

Pine Gate renewable energy sources and meta have announced the fourth project of the couple, a renewable purchase agreement for Magnolia Solar. The 210-MW Solar project is located near Seguin, Texas and supports Meta’s efforts to keep matching their activities with 100% clean and renewable energy capacity. The Magnolia Solar project from Pine Gate is on schedule to become operational in 2026. Magnolia Solar is a member of the Seguin Chamber of Commerce and recently sponsored five fairs through the independent Cattlemen’s Association of Texas. The Magnolia Solar Project will support hundreds of building courses and is expected to pay…

The Philippines have completed its first megawatt scale floating solar array, an installation of 4.99 MW on the Malubog reservoir, with plans to expand to 50 MW to provide a copper mine with power. In Mindanao the work started on a 99 MW Zonne factory supported by PHP 4.49 billion ($ 80 million) in green financing from HSBC. August 8, 2025 Patrick Jowett The Philippines have completed the installation of a 4.99 MW of floating solar array. Invoiced as the first Megawatt scale floating solar facilities of the country, the project has 8,540 solar panels over 3 hectares on the…

D3Energy has officially launched the construction on a 6-MW floating solar system for the village of Monroeville, which will be the largest floating solar installation in Ohio and one of the largest in the country. Put by the village and developed in collaboration with D3Energy, the system will feed the local distribution network of Monroeville and provide a clean, renewable energy to houses and companies throughout the community. Under a long -term PPA, the village will buy electricity at Gardner Capital, the owner of the project. “We were lucky to work with Monroeville from the early stages, and their vision…

Trump goes to kill $ 7 billion in subsidies from solar panels President Donald Trump’s government moved on Thursday to kill a $ 7 billion program designed to bring solar energy to low-income roofs and subordinated communities in the United States. The Solar for All Grant program was founded under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, the historical climate legislation of former President Joe Biden. Sixty recipients-a mix of government agencies and non-profit organizations already selected in states guided by democratic and by the Republicans. The initiative was intended to help more than 900,000 households to lower their electricity accounts with…