ABB to acquire Gamesa’s power electronics, storage business
ABB has agreed to purchase Gamesa’s power electronics and storage business, which produces doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) wind converters, industrial battery energy storage systems (BESS), and utility-scale solar inverters.
Shift to 2 kV voltage in solar projects tipped to gain traction
Amid record-low prices for solar modules, the focus of cost reduction for utility-scale solar projects is shifting to non-module balance-of-system (BoS) expenses. A transition from 1.5 kV voltage to 2 kV in solar projects is expected to gain traction through 2030.
Israeli strikes destroy 150-200 MW of solar in Lebanon
Israel’s recent strikes have reportedly destroyed or damaged 400,000 to 500,000 solar panels, costing Lebanon an estimated 150 MW to 200 MW of installed solar capacity, according to Pierre El Khoury, former director and president of the Lebanese Center for Energy Conservation (LCEC).
Solar wafer prices stabilize as supply rationalizes, regional policies shape production and trade
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
Navigating India’s solar operations and maintenance market
The sheer scale of solar installations means that ensuring consistency in operations and maintenance practices across the country is no easy task. Moreover, as technology continues to evolve, companies will need to keep up with the latest innovations to stay competitive.
Stable GPM polysilicon prices post-antidumping duty rates, optimism on firm demand
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
US targets 50 GW of solar in 2024
The United States is expected to grow its solar fleet by more than 25% from 2023 levels, with over 8 GW of distributed solar and more than 40 GW of utility-scale solar expected to be installed.
Bolstering energy transition through green hydrogen
By offering incentives for green hydrogen production and manufacturing electrolyzers, the government of India is making it easier for players to enter this space and scale up technologies. The focus on public-private partnerships is crucial to this effort, ensuring that both the public sector and private companies collaborate efficiently to make green hydrogen a reality impacting masses.
Ensuring the success of solar installations
While solar EPC projects present immense opportunities, they also face challenges that require strategic navigation, including risk management, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder coordination.
How developing economies are leading the surge in solar power
Favorable government policies have played a crucial role in driving the adoption of solar energy in emerging economies. However, investment in grid modernisation and energy storage solutions is crucial to unlock the next level of sustainable solar integration in these economies.
