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- 1China Becomes First Country to Surpass 1,000 GW of Solar Power▼China Becomes the First Country in the World to Surpass 1,000 GW of Solar Power Capacity. https://www. renewable-energy-
China has become the first country in the world to surpass 1,000 gigawatts of installed solar power capacity, according to energy industry reporting. The milestone cements China's position as the world's dominant player in renewable energy, reflecting years of massive state-backed investment in solar manufacturing and deployment. Observers highlight the pace of growth, with capacity having expanded rapidly over the past decade, though questions remain about grid integration and reliance on coal.
- 2Ofer Yannay seeks $200 million for Nofar's legacy solar business●Ofer Yannay seeks $200 million for Nofar’s legacy solar business
Israeli businessman Ofer Yannay is seeking $200 million for the legacy solar business of Nofar Energy, the renewable energy company he led. The potential sale would cover Nofar's established solar assets while the company shifts focus, and the move is drawing attention given the scale of the asking price and Nofar's prominence in Israel's renewables market.
- 3Fossil Fuel Industry Accused of Shifting Climate Goalposts●The Fossil Fuel Industry Keeps Shifting the Goalposts How denial tactics have evolved as renewable energy succeeds... Th
Commentators are revisiting the fossil fuel industry's history of moving targets on renewable energy. One example cited: in a 2013 Australian Senate debate, Barnaby Joyce dismissed a 5% solar target as something that would never happen, a claim since overtaken by rapid solar growth. Writers argue that outright denial has evolved into newer tactics of delay and goalpost-shifting as renewables keep beating skeptics' predictions.
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Solar combined with battery storage is making its strongest case yet in Texas, according to energy industry reporting. The state's growing power demand and grid strain are driving interest in solar-plus-storage systems as a reliable alternative, and the argument is being closely watched by energy markets and policymakers elsewhere.
- 5Why India's solar manufacturing is a big success story▼Why India’s solar manufacturing is a big success story
Reports highlight India's rapid rise in solar manufacturing, crediting domestic production policies for building a homegrown industry capable of supplying solar panels at scale. India has become one of the world's fastest-growing solar manufacturing hubs, reducing reliance on imported Chinese modules while creating jobs and supporting its clean energy targets. Commentators point to it as a model for how emerging economies can industrialise around renewables.
- 6Suntech showcases solar and storage products at UK trade show▼Suntech highlights PV and energy Storage at Solar & Storage Live UK
Suntech presented its photovoltaic modules and energy storage solutions at Solar & Storage Live UK, one of Britain's main renewable energy trade events. The company's focus on combined solar-plus-storage offerings reflects growing demand in the UK market, where installers and developers are increasingly pairing panels with batteries as grid connection costs rise and households seek energy independence.
- 7Irish solar farm excavation reveals medieval settlement▼Irish solar project archaeology uncovers medieval settlement and iron-working site beneath farmland
Archaeological work ahead of a solar energy project in Ireland has uncovered a medieval settlement and an iron-working site buried beneath farmland. The finds, made during pre-construction surveys, show the clean-energy development doubled as a significant historical discovery, shedding light on early industry and daily life on the site.
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Scientists have produced solar power from panels placed 10 metres underwater, according to a report by Euronews. The experiment suggests solar panels can work effectively below the sea surface, where water cools the equipment and space is abundant. If scalable, underwater solar could open new sites for renewable energy generation, though costs, maintenance and efficiency underwater remain open questions for the industry.
- 9TCL Solar launches back-contact double-glass module line●TCL Solar launches new back-contact, double-glass module line
TCL Solar has introduced a new line of back-contact, double-glass solar modules, expanding its photovoltaic product portfolio. Back-contact designs eliminate visible front contacts to improve efficiency and aesthetics, while double-glass construction boosts durability and weather resistance. The launch positions the Chinese manufacturer to compete in the high-efficiency residential and commercial solar market as demand for premium modules grows.
- 10Swelect launches hybrid solar inverter range for commercial use▼Swelect launches hybrid solar inverter range for C&I applications
Indian solar equipment maker Swelect has launched a new range of hybrid solar inverters aimed at commercial and industrial customers. The product line is designed to combine solar generation with battery storage, helping businesses cut grid dependence and manage energy costs. The launch was reported by pv magazine Global.
- 11Intersolar Mexico reports strong visitor growth at close▼Intersolar Mexico closes with remarkable visitor growth
Intersolar Mexico has closed its latest edition with a notable increase in visitor numbers, according to PV Tech. The trade fair for solar energy, held in Mexico, saw attendance grow markedly compared with previous editions. The result points to strengthening interest in Mexico's solar sector, with industry players and observers highlighting the event's momentum amid the region's ongoing energy transition.
- 12Q ENERGY Opens 11 MWp Solar Farm in France's Marne▼Q ENERGY Inaugurates 11 MWp Solar Farm in France's Marne Department
Renewable energy developer Q ENERGY has inaugurated an 11 MWp solar farm in the Marne department in northeastern France. The facility adds new photovoltaic capacity to the region's energy mix and marks another step in France's push to expand solar power. Industry outlets reported the opening as part of ongoing solar development activity across the country.