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Trump executive order seeks to limit access to solar deployment subsidies

Donald Trump has issued an executive order to tighten restrictions on renewable energy tax credits just days after signing his “One, Big Beautiful Bill” act into law, which significantly cut federal support for renewables.

Chinese government pushes for PV production cuts in a bid to curb price competition

The Chinese government has moved to curb excessive competition in the PV sector and stabilise pricing as companies report growing losses.

India to add 28.3GW solar PV in FY26

Energy consultancy JMK Research has forecast 28.3GW of utility-scale and residential solar PV to be installed in India during fiscal year 2026.

German solar glass manufacturer GMB enters insolvency

German solar glass manufacturer Glasmanufaktur Brandenburg (GMB) has filed for insolvency after posting monthly losses of €900,000 this year.

European PV module price and buyer confidence fall slightly in June 2025

In Europe, PV panel prices fell marginally between May and June, leading to a slight downturn in European module buyers’ market confidence.

REC Silicon running out of road on takeover bid by Hanwha

The board of REC Silicon is running out of time on a buyout offer by Korean conglomerate Hanwha previously dismissed as “lowball”.
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Fraunhofer ISE: Germany could add at least 500GW of agrivoltaics capacity

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July 8, 2025
Germany could install 500GW of new solar agrivoltaics (agriPV) capacity on its most 'suitable' land, according to Fraunhofer ISE.
The project is slated for commissioning in March 2027, with construction expected to begin by the end of 2025. Image: Sunotec

Sunotec buys Latvian solar-BESS project from Danish Sun Energy

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July 8, 2025
Bulgarian-headquartered solar engineering company Sunotec has acquired 100% of the project company, SIA DSE Lazas Solar, from Danish Sun Energy. 
This brings the total commissioned capacity to 501.02MW out of the planned 1,000MW. Image: Unsplash

SJVN Green Energy commissions 100MW Bikaner plant in Rajasthan, India

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July 8, 2025
SJVN Green Energy has commenced commercial operations of 100.02MW from its 1,000MW solar power project in Bikaner, Rajasthan.
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NEM data spotlight: Rooftop solar prices spike to AU$225.57/MWh in Australia

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July 8, 2025
In the latest NEM data spotlight, solar generation in Australia reached its yearly lowest month, while rooftop solar prices spiked to AU$225.57/MWh.
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Solar PV looks to more nuanced data usage and more robust cybersecurity measures

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ReNew Power receives final buyout offer at US$8 per share

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July 7, 2025
ReNew has received a non-binding final acquisition offer from a consortium at US$8 per share, which is 13.2% more than their earlier offer.
Sinopec Brings China’s First Floating Offshore Photovoltaic Project into Operation.

Sinopec powers 7.5MW floating offshore solar PV plant in China

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July 7, 2025
Chinese energy giant China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation, also known as Sinopec, has commenced operations at a 7.5MW offshore floating PV plant in China.
An AMEA Power project.

GameChange Solar to supply trackers for 1GW Abydos II solar-plus-storage project in Egypt

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July 7, 2025
GameChange Solar has announced plans to supply trackers for the 1GW second phase of the Abydos project in Egypt.
Akuo signed a 15-year VPPA with Sasol for its first US solar project, Invenergy secured four deals Meta, and RWE commissioned its first Kentucky solar farm. Image: Akuo.

Ardian completes French IPP Akuo acquisition

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July 7, 2025
Private equity firm Ardian has completed the acquisition of French independent power producer Akuo, a transaction unveiled in March 2025.
The company plans to carry out thorough due diligence on prospective power plant targets. Image: Skycorp Solar Group via NASDAQ

Skycorp commits US$150 million to expand PV portfolio

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July 4, 2025
Chinese PV provider Skycorp Solar Group has announced a solar plant acquisition and development strategy following unanimous board approval.
PV modules on a field from Enerparc.

Germany innovation tender ends up four times oversubscribed with €0.0615/kWh average price

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July 4, 2025
Germany’s latest innovation tender has awarded 488MW of co-located capacity, with all the projects being solar PV tied with energy storage.
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Risen’s mass-produced HJT modules hit 26.61% cell conversion efficiency

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July 4, 2025
Risen Energy’s mass-produced heterojunction (HJT) modules have reached a cell conversion efficiency of 26.61%, a record figure for the company.
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US House passes bill awaiting Trump’s signature: ‘Our industry will not back down,’ CCSA says

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July 4, 2025
The US House of Representatives has passed the final version of the reconciliation bill that is now going to US President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature before its passing.
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