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Sungrow and Huawei achieve AAA rating in new PV InverterTech bankability report

Chinese manufacturers dominate PV Tech Research’s new inverter bankability rating report, but recent EU and US policies targeting Chinese-made inverters may create opportunities for other companies.

Jupiter International commissions 1GW PERC cell line at Himachal facility

Jupiter International has commissioned its 1GW third solar cell production line online at its Baddi facility in Himachal Pradesh.

From standalone to storage: how Australia’s utility-scale solar sector embraced the hybrid imperative

As Australia’s renewable sector matures, the coupling of solar and storage is emerging as the dominant paradigm for large-scale projects.

US Treasury’s first interim FEOC guidance met with some relief

The US Treasury’s interim Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) guidance is “in line with expectations” according to a US renewable energy supply analyst.

Philippines government auctions to offer 25GW of renewable energy capacity a year until 2035

The Philippines will launch a number of renewable energy auctions between 2027 and 2035 for at least 25GW of capacity each year.

France reduces solar PV target to 48GW by 2030 in new energy roadmap

The French government has published its latest energy roadmap for the coming years, setting a reduced target of 48GW for solar PV by 2030.
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The 255MW Thakadu solar plant will be developed in two phases, with phase one financial close and construction slated for Q1 2026 and phase two later in 2026. Image: Lyra Energy via LinkedIn.

Lyra Energy secures PPAs for 255MW Thakadu solar project in South Africa

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February 17, 2026
Lyra Energy has signed PPAs with three commercial and industrial offtakers covering a significant share of its 255MW solar PV project in Thakadu, South Africa.
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Nextpower signs three-year deal to provide Jinko Solar with US-made steel module frames

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February 17, 2026
US solar equipment provider Nextpower has signed a three-year deal to supply Jinko Solar with solar PV module frames, made in the US.
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Fraunhofer ISE achieves two efficiency records for III-V tandem PV modules

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February 17, 2026
Researchers at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy have claimed two new record efficiencies in tandem PV modules.
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Intertek bolsters PV inspection capabilities with Aerial PV acquisition

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February 17, 2026
Quality assurance provider Intertek has acquired Aerial PV Inspection, a specialist in drone-enabled solar site inspections.
A Sungrow project in Finland.

Fixed-tilt and bifacial PV modules best positioned for Arctic deployment, says IEA

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February 17, 2026
Fixed-tilt trackers and bifacial modules installed vertically could be the most effective way of deploying PV systems in Arctic environments.
The Stubbo solar PV plant will be located in the Central-West Orana REZ. Image: ACEN Australia.

ACEN Australia integrates 400MW Stubbo solar PV plant into AU$750 million financing pool

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February 17, 2026
ACEN Australia has announced the integration of its 400MW Stubbo Solar project in New South Wales into its AU$750 million (US$530 million) non-recourse portfolio debt facility.
The Kōwhai Park solar PV project is being developed with Contact Energy. Image: Lightsource bp.

Contact Energy seeks US$316 million equity raise to lead New Zealand’s renewable energy transition

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February 17, 2026
New Zealand gentailer Contact Energy has announced a NZ$525 million (US$316 million) equity raise to accelerate its Contact31+ strategy, which aims to position the company as a leader in New Zealand’s renewable energy future.
Axis Energy will deliver the project in partnership with Evren, an India focused renewable energy platform backed by global asset manager Brookfield. Image: Axis Energy via LinkedIn.

Axis Energy, GRIDCO partner to develop 5GW of renewables projects in Odisha

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February 16, 2026
Axis Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of Odisha to develop up to 5GW of renewable energy capacity in the state. 
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Evecon, Mirova launch Estonia’s largest solar-storage hybrid, ink flexibility and power purchase agreement

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February 16, 2026
A 77.5MW PV plant in Estonia is to be coupled with a 55MW/250MWh battery energy storage system to create what is claimed will be the country’s largest hybrid project.
The loan will be provided to three Romanian solar companies, owned 65% by Norway-based developer Scatec and 35% by Defic Globe, as part of a wider €121 million financing package. Image: Scatec.

EIB backs 190MW Romanian PV projects with US$40 million investment

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February 16, 2026
EIB is investing US$40 million to construct and operate three PV plants in southwestern Romania, with a combined capacity of 190MW.
An Enfinity Global solar PV project.

Enfinity Global expands bond facility to US$183 million to support US solar and storage deployment

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February 16, 2026
Enfinity has expanded a bond facility with the Eiffel Investment Group to US$183 million, to further its work in US solar and BESS.
As a part of the joint venture, the companies have acquired Skypower Services MENA, targeting around 570MW of renewable capacity in its initial rollout. Image: Inox Solar.

Inox Clean Energy, RJ Corp acquire Skypower Services, targeting 570MW of African solar PV capacity

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February 13, 2026
Inox Clean Energy has partnered with integrated renewable energy platform RJ Corp to expand into Africa’s renewable energy markets.
“India is famously known for its inverted tax structure, where upstream materials and raw materials are charged at a higher tax rate than the finished product,” Konda told PV Tech Premium. “This budget will change that.” Image: Charith Konda.
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India’s 2026-27 budget backs solar supply chain growth, but execution remains key

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February 13, 2026
PV Talk: Charith Konda, energy specialist at IEEFA, says India’s 2026-27 budget aims to “establish a stronger supply chain within the solar and PV cell and module sector,” but warns that “execution is as important as the policy itself.”
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“India is famously known for its inverted tax structure, where upstream materials and raw materials are charged at a higher tax rate than the finished product,” Konda told PV Tech Premium. “This budget will change that.” Image: Charith Konda.
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