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EU’s Chinese inverter ban could affect 14% of future solar demand, Wood Mackenzie says

The EU ban on issuing funds for energy projects using Chinese inverters could affect around 14% of the bloc’s solar demand through 2030, according to new analysis from energy market research firm Wood Mackenzie.

New national standards for China’s PV sector set to phase out sub-630W modules and conventional polysilicon products

Chinese authorities have issued new national standards governing the energy and conversion efficiencies of PV modules, polysilicon production and inverters.

Belectric: European solar developers are in a ‘critical’ position without grid overhaul

The combination of grid shortages and massive recent expansion has put European solar developers in a “critical” position, according to the CEO of veteran German solar EPC and developer, Belectric.

EU’s solar and wind growing ‘far too slowly’ to meet 2030 target – report

A report by think-tank ECNO has blamed grid bottlenecks, permitting delays and flexibility limitations for a slowdown in the EU’s renewables growth.

ES Foundry completes 2GW solar cell expansion in South Carolina

US solar cell manufacturer ES Foundry has completed the expansion of a 2GW solar cell production line at its Greenwood, South Carolina facility.

India requires major transmission buildout as renewable energy curtailment reaches 33%: ICRA

India’s power transmission sector is set for a multi-year investment cycle between FY2027 and FY2032, according to ICRA.
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According to Avaada, the production line is capable of manufacturing N-type TOPCon solar cells with efficiencies of up to 25.5% under standard test conditions. Image: Avaada Electro.

Avaada commissions first 3GW TOPCon solar cell production line in Nagpur, India

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July 13, 2026
Avaada Electro has commissioned the first 3GW production line at its 6GW N-type TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Butibori, Nagpur.
A TotalEnergies-Norsk Hydro rooftop solar project in the Netherlands.

TotalEnergies sells distributed solar in Europe, aims to ‘refocus’ on utility-scale projects

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July 13, 2026
TotalEnergies has divested all 170MW of its distributed solar capacity in Europe, as it plans to “refocus” on utility-scale projects.
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SolarPower Europe: EU’s Chinese inverter ban causing ‘deep uncertainty’ with lack of clarity

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July 13, 2026
The EU’s decision to ban funding for solar PV and energy storage projects lacks clarity, according to SolarPower Europe.
SEIA’s compromise framework includes a carve-out for solar projects to be designated as Risk Category 2. Image: Avantus.

Avantus secures US$525 million financing for 184MW solar-plus-storage in California

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July 13, 2026
Independent power producer (IPP) Avantus has closed a US$525 million financing package for its Aratina 2 solar-plus-storage project in Southern California, US.
. The projects are contracted under long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Southern California Edison. Image: Qcells.

Qcells completes EPC work on 372MWdc PV projects in Arizona

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July 13, 2026
Qcells has completed EPC work on the 237MWdc Atlas V and 135MWdc Atlas VI solar projects in La Paz County, Arizona.
Rooftop solar projects in India.

World Bank commits US$890 million to support India’s rooftop solar expansion

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July 10, 2026
The financing will support the Government of India’s PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSMGBY) initiative.
The project, in Central Greece, will combine a 251.9MW photovoltaic plant with a battery energy storage system (BESS) totalling around 375MWh. Image: Metlen Energy and Metals.

Metlen, Tsakos advance 251.9MW solar-plus-storage project

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July 10, 2026
Metlen has acquired a 40% stake in a SPV owned by Tsakos Group to develop a 251.9MW solar-plus-storage project in central Greece.
Solar PV project in Spain from developer Elawan Energy.

Elawan Energy closes financing on 1.3GW renewables portfolio in Spain

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July 10, 2026
Renewables developer Elawan Energy has closed a €760 million financing on a 1.3GW solar PV, wind and battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio in Spain.

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Hourly matching could reshape Europe’s solar PPA market

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July 10, 2026
Speaking to PV Tech Premium, Renewabl CEO JP Cerda discusses how hourly matching is reshaping Europe’s corporate solar PPA market.
The plants will have a combined capacity of 1.2GW. Image: JA Solar.

European premium PV module prices keep rising, bifacial TOPCon cools off

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July 10, 2026
The price of PV modules in Europe has continued the upward trend in June 2026, except for the bifacial TOPCon segment.
US president Donald Trump said India would, in return, cut tariffs on US goods to zero. Image: Unsplash.

OBBBA has cost over US$100 billion in clean energy investment, says E2

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July 10, 2026
The so-called “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” Act (OBBBA) has cost the US US$68.2 billion in capital investments into clean energy projects, according to analysis from business advocacy group E2.
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The moving target: protecting solar procurement contracts against duties, tariffs, and import prohibitions

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July 10, 2026
Intertek CEA explores how companies have to navigate US solar PV procurement contracts amidst tariffs and customs risks.
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Australia and India deepen energy ties covering renewables, critical minerals and uranium

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July 10, 2026
Australia and India have formalised a broadened energy partnership that spans renewable energy deployment, supply chain resilience, critical minerals, rooftop solar training and uranium exports.
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