Longi, Pertamina begin work on 1.4 GW solar cell, module factory in Indonesia
Chinese solar manufacturer Longi and Indonesian state-owned energy company Pertamina have started construction on a 1.4 GW solar cell and module production facility in West Java, Indonesia.
NZ government funding to support solar farm builds
The New Zealand government will provide a local council with more than $14 million in funding to help build a 2 MW solar farm and 4 MWh battery energy storage system to reduce the community’s current reliance on diesel generators for power.
Victoria pushes ahead with electrification program
The Victorian government is progressing plans to get gas out of homes and small businesses in the state with the introduction of a suite of new electrification regulations for residential and commercial buildings.
Potentia issues notice to proceed for 130 MW battery in NSW
Potentia Energy has given the go-ahead for a 130 MW battery energy storage project in New South Wales, saying the deployment of its grid-forming inverter technology will play a critical role in Australia’s renewable energy transition.
1.5 million solar panels sought in project procurement package
Procurement and works packages for what is set to be one of the largest solar farms connected to Australia’s main electricity grid are now live with developer Genex Power seeking expressions of interest from trade contractors and suppliers for the Bulli Creek Solar project.
Indonesia’s Pertamina secures stake in Citicore Renewables
Indonesian state-owned energy company Pertamina New & Renewable Energy has acquired a 20% stake in Philippine solar developer Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. for about $186 million, with both companies planning joint investments in solar and other renewable projects in Indonesia.
Lithium Universe secures rights to solar panel recycling tech
Western Australian-based resources company Lithium Universe has secured the global rights to a patented microwave technology designed to simplify the separation and recovery of valuable materials like silver, silicon, and critical metals from end-of-life solar panels.
CleanPeak completes $465 million refinancing deal
Australian renewable energy infrastructure developer and operator CleanPeak Energy has closed a $465 million portfolio debt refinancing deal enabling it to move forward on several projects expected to achieve financial close in the next 12 months.
Unaccredited solar installer convicted for false claims
An unlicensed electrician in New South Wales has been convicted of 11 separate offences relating to fraudulent claims under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme, after installing rooftop solar systems without the proper accreditation.
Indonesia, Singapore partner on solar supply chain in Riau Islands
Indonesia and Singapore have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a solar manufacturing supply chain in Indonesia’s Riau Islands province, as part of broader plans to enable cross-border clean energy trading.
