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PV ModuleTech USA 2025: all the key takeaways

The solar manufacturing and module purchasing community met in Napa to answer the question of ‘what next?’ for module supply in uncertain times.

New solar manufacturing sites have higher defect rates – CEA

New solar manufacturing facilities show higher rates of product defects, PV Tech has heard from Joerg Althaus of Clean Energy Associates.

Senate Finance Committee reconciliation bill slashes solar PV, wind incentives, energy storage survives

US tax credits for solar PV, wind power and electric vehicles are facing dramatic cuts, while those for energy storage are sustained.

Finding creative solutions to Europe’s solar PV financing challenges

Panellists discuss some of the challenges in European solar’s financial landscape at an event organised at Intersolar Europe 2025 by PV Tech.

US utility-scale solar PV LCOE tightens to US$38-78/MWh in 2025 – Lazard

The levelised cost of energy (LCOE) for utility-scale solar PV in the US has tightened for a third year in a row, according to Lazard’s latest report.

Senate reconciliation bill is a ‘stake in the heart’ of US solar manufacturing, senator says

The US Senate Finance Committee draft bill is a “stake in the heart” of US solar manufacturing, according to Democrat senator, Ron Wyden.
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As solar module breakage soars, here’s a path to building a stronger industry

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As the solar industry pushes for ever-lower costs, collapsing module quality is forcing a rethink of how reliability and performance can be safeguarded, writes Eric Hafter.
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Engie to include recycling agreement for 375MW Midwest solar PPAs

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Akuo to build 195MW plant in Texas under PPA with Imerys

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June 20, 2025
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June 20, 2025
The Energy Corporation of New South Wales (EnergyCo) has confirmed that construction on Australia’s first Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) has started.
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Australia: Landowner-led 250MW solar plant lands federal approval in just 20 days

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June 20, 2025
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The150MW solar plant in Tarouca, northern Portugal, is the company’s largest European plant to date. Image: Sonnedix.

Sonnedix powers 150MW solar PV plant in Portugal

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June 19, 2025
Spanish independent power producer (IPP) Sonnedix has launched Project Douro, a 150MW solar plant in Tarouca, northern Portugal.
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Suntech faces renewed crisis, initiates pre-restructuring creditor claims

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June 19, 2025
The China Enterprise Bankruptcy and Reorganization Case Information Network has published a notice regarding creditor claims for Suntech.
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Hybrid solar could sidestep Turkish grid constraints, add 8GW of capacity

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June 19, 2025
The addition of solar panels to existing wind and hydroelectric plants in Turkey could add 8GW of new capacity to the country’s energy mix.
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Nexwell Power acquires 248MW Spanish solar PV portfolio

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June 19, 2025
Renewable energy investment platform Nexwell Power has acquired a 248MWp solar PV portfolio from energy service provider Q Energy in Spain.
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Statkraft to focus on fewer markets, reduce expenses by US$290 million annually by 2027

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June 19, 2025
Norwegian energy company Statkraft has narrowed down its focus on fewer markets and technologies as it targets to reduce its expenses by NOK2.9 billion (US$290 million) annually by 2027.
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Boralex plans CA$6.8 billion investment by 2030, driven by 8GW pipeline

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June 19, 2025
Boralex is driving organic growth across Canada, the US, France, and the UK, fueled by a project pipeline totalling 8GW.
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European Energy secures AU$130 million for 137MW solar PV portfolio in Australia

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June 19, 2025
Danish renewables firm European Energy has reached financial close on a 137MW utility-scale solar PV portfolio in Australia.
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Australia’s Tindo Solar inks solar module export deal in Vietnam

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June 19, 2025
Australia-based solar PV module manufacturer Tindo Solar has inked a 15MW solar PV module supply agreement with Vietnam.
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Dimension Energy secures finance for 112MW community solar portfolio

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June 18, 2025
Dimension Energy has secured US$360 million in financing to develop a 112MW portfolio of community solar projects across six US states.
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