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China's Paradox: Kingdom Of Solar, Wind, Hydro, Nuclear And Coal
China is the world leader in manufacturing, deploying, and exporting solar pv technology. Here, employees work on the production line at a workshop of Jiangsu DMEGC New Energy Co., Ltd. on July 22, 2025 in Suqian, Jiangsu Province of China. (Photo…
Oversupply Warning Jolts India's Solar Buildout
India's solar sector has hit that awkward stage of adolescence where ambition seems to be outpacing demand. And now the adults in the room are issuing critical warnings. A new letter from the clean-energy ministry, quietly circulated to the finance…
Scatec lights up its first WCape solar plant
Scatec starts commercial operation at Grootfontein solar power plant in SA. Norwegian renewable energy producer Scatec has begun commercial operation of its 273MW solar power plant in Grootfontein in the Western Cape. In a statement, Scatec says…
Sun unleashes intense X-class solar flare, triggering radio blackouts across Australia
The sun erupted with a powerful X1.1-class solar flare in the early hours of this morning (Dec. 8), briefly knocking out radio communications across Australia and parts of southeast Asia. The impulsive eruption, which peaked at 12:01 a.m. EST (0501…
As Trump admin moves away from solar, Philly doubles down with Abes Run deal
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us…
Scatec switches on 273 MW of solar in South Africa
Norwegian renewables developer Scatec ASA has started operating the 273 MW Grootfontein solar power plant in South Africa. Scatec's CEO, Terje Pliskog, said the project is the company's first in the country's Western Cape province, as well as the…
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First Solar Stock: Is FSLR Outperforming the Technology Sector?
Tempe, Arizona-based First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) operates as a solar technology company providing photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions. With a market cap of $22.6 billion, First Solar's operations span the Americas, Europe, the Indo-Pacific, and…
Ancient Chinese texts reveal new clues about first recorded solar eclipse
Ancient Chinese writings are offering fresh insight into what may be the earliest known description of a solar eclipse and possibly the first written record of the sun's corona. According to researcher Hayakawa, the centuries-old text contains a…
Perovskite solar testing field commissioned in Japan
Japan ‘s Kanazawa University has begun testing perovskite solar cell technologies at a new testing field area within the solar park in the Kakuma Campus North Area, which has been in operation since April 2024. The tests are being conducted…
Reliance Infra setting up integrated solar manufacturing ecosystem
Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group on Monday said its arm Reliance Infrastructure is setting up one of India's most advanced, fully integrated solar manufacturing ecosystems spanning ingots, wafers, cells and modules. According to an investors…
Reliance bets on solar giga factory, battery storage for next wave of growth
The Reliance Group has unveiled a new phase of transformation anchored in clean energy manufacturing, battery storage and green power, even as it deepens its presence in power distribution, defence manufacturing and transport infrastructure through…
Maharashtra sets world record with 45,911 solar pumps in 30 days
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has achieved a Guinness World Record by installing 45,911 off-grid solar agricultural pumps in a single month, the company announced on Monday. The achievement makes Maharashtra…
Fire forces 400 MW solar farm offline in Australia
The 400 MW Wellington North Solar Farm in central western New South Wales (NSW) is currently operating at 90% capacity with project owner lightsource bp assessing the damage after a grass fire at the site on Saturday. Data provided by market…
Firm seeks support for solar power - The Nation Newspaper
Chief Executive, SMEFUNDS, Dr. Femi Oye has appealed for support for startups that are poised to shape the future of solar power within Nigeria. Highlighting the rapid evolution of solar technology, Oye stressed that the sector is driven by…
Canadian Solar's e-STORAGE wins contract for 20.7 MW / 56 MWh battery project in Lower Saxony, Germany
Canadian Solar's subsidiary e-STORAGE has secured a significant battery energy storage contract in Germany, marking another milestone in the company's European expansion strategy. The 20.7 MW / 56 MWh DC energy storage project in Lower Saxony…
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