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By pv magazine India Following China’s recent decision to tighten export controls on lithium battery materials and manufacturing equipment, industry leaders in India see the development as both a challenge and a catalyst. China’s new rules, which come into effect on November 8, 2025, cover the export of high-quality lithium-ion batteries, cathode materials, graphite-based anode materials and associated manufacturing technologies. The move is seen as part of its broader efforts to safeguard national security, comply with international non-proliferation obligations and regulate the export of critical dual-use items (goods, software and technology) that have both civilian and military applications. Ankur Khaitan,…

The Australian government in New South Wales has approved Ark Energy’s AUD1.2 billion ($780 million) hybrid project, combining 435 MW of solar energy with a 475 MW/2,200 MWh battery system in the Northern Rivers region. October 17, 2025 Ev Foley By pv magazine Australia Ark Energy, the clean energy developer headquartered in Queensland, which partnered with the Sun Metals zinc refinery in Queenslandis a subsidiary of Korea Zinchas, has received approval from the New South Wales (NSW) government for the 435 MW solar component of its hybrid Richmond Valley project. The solar farm will be co-located with a 475 MW/2,200…

The new recycling division of Qcells, EcoRecycle from Qcellsworks with distributor Greentech renewable energy sources to establish solar panel collection centers at Greentech’s locations in Tampa and Palmetto, Florida. These locations will serve as the first of many public locations designed to accept decommissioned or damaged solar panels from both industry professionals and private owners, Qcells says. The hubs will serve as a prototype for similar collection sites in Florida, the broader Southeast and ultimately the entire country as EcoRecycle continues to expand its recycling facilities and build its partner network. With an estimated 500,000 panels recycled annually at its…

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…