Kyrgyzstan switches on 175 MW of solar

Kyrgyzstan has officially commissioned its first 175 MW phase of the 1.9 GW solar project, marking the country’s largest operational solar site to date.

Renewables shield Spain from energy crisis as gas sets electricity price in only 9% of hours

Renewable expansion in Spain has decoupled electricity prices from gas, saving households €10/month amid Europe’s energy crisis.

HVR Solar to set up 1.2 GW TOPCon cell factory in India

HVR Solar announces plans for a 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing plant in Uttar Pradesh, supported by Chinese and Indian partners, amid India’s solar expansion.

Energy density up 25%, site footprint down 20%

CRRC Zhuzhou Institute announces its latest energy storage system with 25% increased energy density and over 20% reduced site footprint, debuting at The smarter E Europe 2026.

Airengy, Hagag Europe to build 5 GWh compressed-air energy storage plant in Romania

Airengy and Hagag Europe are investing €55 million to build a 5 GWh compressed-air energy storage plant in Romania, with commercial operation expected in early 2028.

RWE secures Meta PPA on 298-MW Texas solar project

RWE and Meta have finalized a 298-MW power purchase agreement for the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project in Texas, supporting Meta’s data center energy needs.

Hail-resistant Trina Vertex N Shield solar panel now available to US market

Trinasolar’s hail-resistant Vertex N Shield, with 23% efficiency and extreme weather durability, is now available to the US market, enhancing resilience and performance.

Clean Energy Investments Surge, But That Is Only Part Of The Story

IEA reports nearly double investment in clean energy compared to fossil fuels in 2025, but systemic inefficiencies and subsidies complicate the transition.

Hawaii University Nearly 100% Solar Powered

BYU-Hawaii advances its solar initiative to achieve complete renewable energy, including ground-mounted and solar canopy systems, with battery backup.

Sierra Club Welcomes NYC Pension Search for Asset Managers, Urges Strong Climate Accountability

New York City pension systems are seeking asset managers with strong climate-risk management, aiming to replace current managers like BlackRock and State Street.