Sungrow releases new inverters, storage system for utility and C&I solar
Chinese manufacturer Sungrow has introduced a new utility string inverter, a three-phase hybrid inverter for commercial and industrial applications, and a liquid-cooled energy storage system.
$5.1 billion investment in utility-scale solar and wind forecast for 2026
United Kingdom-headquartered energy analyst company Bloomberg New Energy Finance has forecast Australia is likely to see $5.1 billion in investment in utility scale solar and wind in 2026, though wind will account for 95% of the total.
CleanPeak buys 25 MW solar and 100 MWh battery storage projects in NSW
CleanPeak Energy has acquired five new solar farm and battery energy storage system development sites across New South Wales from Fortitude Renewables, which are expected to produce 90 GWh of energy per annum.
South Australian solar and battery project secures grid approval
South Australia-based renewables developer Green Gold Energy says it has received connection approval for a 108 MW solar farm and 440 MWh battery energy storage system being developed in the state’s northeast.
National recycling pilot to address solar panel waste issues
The Australian government will pump almost $25 million into a national solar panel recycling program in a bid to reduce landfill and recover valuable metals and minerals that can support the renewable energy transition.
Fortescue wins federal approval for 644 MW solar farm
Fortescue’s plans to build one of Australia’s largest solar farms have cleared another regulatory hurdle with the federal government’s environmental watchdog providing the tick of approval for the 644 MW project planned for Western Australia.
Market newcomer Anza Power lands 1.4 GW solar, 3.4 GWh battery pipeline
Renewable energy platform Anza Power has launched in the Australian and New Zealand markets with the acquisition of a 1.4 GW pipeline of solar developments and more than 3.4 GWh of battery energy storage projects from developer Bison Energy.
Synergy gets green light for 2 GW solar, wind and battery project
Synergy’s plans to build a 2 GW solar, wind and battery project in Western Australia’s Mid West have cleared a major regulatory hurdle with the state’s environment watchdog waving the project through.
Buyers line up to take look at Zen Energy portfolio
Renewable energy developer and retailer Zen Energy is up for sale with the Australian firm’s expanding portfolio of solar and energy storage projects and offtake agreements attracting interested from both local and international investors.
Tongwei unveils 770 W TOPCon PV module with 24.8% efficiency
The Chinese manufacturer has unveiled its new TOPCon bifacial TNC3.0 module. The 1,500 V, IP68-rated panel offers over 85% bifaciality, a 0.26%/C temperature coefficient, and a 30-year warranty guaranteeing 88.85% output.
