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AIKO on the advantages of BC cells versus other n-type modules and perovskite’s interest

Features, Interviews
November 27, 2023
As the industry leaves behind p-type technology, most module manufacturers have either chosen tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) or heterojunction to jump towards n-type modules, with some opting for back contact (BC) cells to transition towards the new technology.
Orsted's first utility-scale solar storage hybrid project in the US came online last month. Image: Orsted

European solar sector opposes trade defence measures via public statement

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November 29, 2023
More than 400 European solar companies have published an open letter via SolarPower Europe, opposing trade defence measures on the solar sector.
RWE plans to expand its installed solar capacity to 16GW by the end of the decade. Image: RWE

RWE to invest €55 billion to expand renewable portfolio by 65GW to 2030

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November 29, 2023
RWE has updated its “growing green” renewables investment plan, and aims to expand its green portfolio by 65GW between 2024 and 2030.
Maxeon’s module production plant in Mexico. Image: Maxeon Solar Technologies.

Maxeon investigates ‘several companies’ for US TOPCon cell patent infringements

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November 29, 2023
Solar manufacturer Maxeon Solar Technologies has said that it is issuing a number of patent infringement investigations in the US pertaining to tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell technology.
The Garadagh project produces 500GWh of power annually once operational. Image: Sungrow

Masdar’s 308MWp solar PV project in Azerbaijan begins operation

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November 29, 2023
UAE-owned renewable energy company Masdar's 308MWp Garadagh (Area 60) Solar PV project has commenced operation.
Dominion Energy's Scott solar plant in Virginia. Image: Dominion Energy

Summit Ridge Energy acquires 100MW community solar portfolio in Virginia

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November 29, 2023
Summit Ridge Energy has acquired a portfolio of community solar projects in the state of Virginia, with a total capacity of 100MW.
The Monte Plata solar project in the Dominican Republic. Image: Soventix

AES raises US$368 million for Dominican Republic renewable projects

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November 28, 2023
AES Dominicana has raised US$368 million in a loan facility that will be used to finance renewable energy projects in the Dominican Republic.
A 102MW floating PV project in a coal mine subsidence area of China’s Anhui Province. Image: Sungrow Floating.

China forecast to install record 230GW of new renewable capacity in 2023

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November 28, 2023
China is on track to install a record 230GW of new solar and wind capacity this year, according to a report from Wood Mackenzie.
OCI Solar Power's Alamo 2 project in the US state of Texas. Credit: OCI Solar Power

Waaree ships 850MW PERC modules to US, signs further 1.5GW TOPCon deal

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November 28, 2023
Indian solar manufacturer Waaree has shipped 850MW of PERC modules to Spanish developer Acciona Energia for use at its solar sites in the US.
Aerial view of GCL SI's 20GW TOPCon cell plant in Wuhu. Image: GCL SI, via LinkedIn.

GCL SI to raise up to US$670 million to fund 20GW TOPCon cell plant in China

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November 28, 2023
Chinese solar manufacturer GCL System Integration (GCL SI) has received approval from the Shenzhen Stock Exchange Listing Review Center to raise up to RMB4.8 billion (US$673 million).
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Solar Steel to supply steel racking to 250MW Spanish PV portfolio

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November 28, 2023
Solar tracker and racking provider Solar Steel has signed a supply agreement for 250MW worth of steel fixed structures to an unnamed recipient in Spain.
Large-scale solar PV plant in Victoria, Australia, with battery storage in foreground. The new CfD is designed to stimulate investment in large-scale PV and wind, which has stalled in Australia in recent months. Image: Edify Energy.

32GW CfD scheme for dispatchable renewables is ‘biggest news in Australian electricity policy’

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November 28, 2023
The Australian government’s start of competitive Contracts for Difference (CfD) tenders for dispatchable renewable energy capacity backed with energy storage is an unprecedented step for national energy policy.
Longroad Energy's Prospero solar plant in Texas. Altius has invested in Prospero II. Credit: Longroad Energy

Longroad Energy secures US$600 million to grow renewables portfolio

News
November 27, 2023
The credit facility consists of US$275 million term loan, a $175 million revolving credit facility, and a $150 million letter of credit facility.
Solar panels in Romania. Credit: Econergy

Econergy to begin commercial operations for 155MW solar project in Romania

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November 27, 2023
Israel-headquartered independent power producer (IPP) Econergy has announced the commercial operations for a 155MW solar project in Romania.

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