JA Solar unveils 650 W TOPCon module for desert PV projects
JA Solar has launched DesertBlue, a 650 W tunnel-oxide passivated contact module for desert PV projects, featuring self-cleaning glass, reinforced frames, and heat-tolerant design with desert-specific certification.
Trinabot offers installation robots for large PV projects
The China-based technology and solar infrastructure company has launched Buildex, a line of solar panel installation robots. A built-in forklift, a robotic arm and advanced automation software support its ability to carry, pick and place panels in a variety of terrains.
Renewables to supercharge regional construction boom
An “explosion” of renewable energy projects and associated infrastructure is expected to supercharge construction activity in regional Australia at twice the rate of work in capital cities over the next two years.
Pacific flicks switch on off-grid solar, battery system
Western Australian renewables infrastructure provider Pacific Energy has flicked the switch on a 26 MW hybrid energy power system that includes the first off-grid solar farm to supply power to a mine site in New South Wales.
Malaysian partners to develop 1.5 GW of solar
Subsidiaries of Gentari and Gamuda will develop 1.5 GW of solar with battery storage in Malaysia to supply hyperscale data centres under the Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme, supporting the country’s push to expand clean energy and meet rising tech-sector demand.
Foresight’s renewables fund secures $700 million to support portfolio growth
The Australian Renewables Income Fund, a renewable energy fund managed by British infrastructure investor Foresight Group, has raised $700 million to refinance existing projects and expand its portfolio.
Victoria grants 85 MW solar farm and 70 MW BESS fast-track approval
The Victorian government has fast-tracked approval for two renewable energy projects in East Gippsland, which have the potential to host a sheep grazing operation and power 36,000 households.
Clean energy investment boom buoys decade-long grid reliability forecast
The Australian Energy Market Operator’s 2025 electricity statement of opportunities 10-year report finds investments needed to maintain reliability in the national electricity market are well on track.
NSW enters ‘deep transition’ phase in energy shift, says Transgrid
New South Wales grid operator Transgrid expects renewable energy to expand from 40% of the state’s electricity supply today to 90% in 2035, when it anticipates almost all coal-fired power plants will have closed.
Macquarie-backed Blueleaf progresses 3 GW solar and storage plan for Malaysia
Macquarie-owned renewables platform Blueleaf Energy will explore the potential development of 3 GW of solar PV and battery energy storage projects in Malaysia after striking a deal with a local advisory firm.
