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Global solar installed capacity up 87% to 447GW in 2023

Global solar installations increased by 87% year-on-year in 2023 as China continued to dominate growth, according to SolarPower Europe.

Germany and Poland offer top co-location potential in Europe

The UK and the Ireland I-SEM are also top markets for renewables and battery energy storage systems (BESS) co-location in Europe.

CAISO takes control of Arizona-California transmission link

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has taken control of a 500kV, 125-mile transmission line between California and Arizona.

‘The competition is getting fierce’: Hypontech on global competition in the PV sector

At SNEC 2024 last week, PV Tech spoke to John Zhang, deputy general manager of inverter manufacturer and smart energy provider Hypontech.

‘A good opportunity to make our technology happen’: Leapting Technology on automation in PV

At SNEC 2024, PV Tech spoke with Bruce Wang of Leapting Technology about the potential for processes such as automation in the PV sector.

‘This rebranding is a crucial step’: Hopewind on products and perception in global markets

During SNEC 2024 event, PV Tech spoke with Hopewind’s Sara Wang about its range of products at the event, and its latest rebranding efforts.
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June 17, 2024
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June 17, 2024
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