Eguana Technologies moves closer to Moixa GridShare AI integration
The Canadian battery manufacturer has announced an investment from Japanese Itochu Corporation and got closer to integrating Moixa GridShare AI with its Evolve batteries.
Analyst expects recovery for PV and storage supply chains
U.S.-owned analyst Wood Mackenzie expects solar demand to decline but predicts the market will recover, with the prospects for the energy transition remaining intact.
FRV buys 90 MW NSW solar farm, inks PPA with Snowy Hydro
Spanish developer Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) has signed its second power purchase agreement with the government-owned retailer Snowy Hydro for a solar project, which it bought from Germany’s Ib vogt.
Australian Government stimulates solar PV in the face of Coronavirus threat
The Australian Government’s “Economic Response to the Coronavirus” incentivises commercial and industrial solar PV uptake.
Canadian Solar to release HiKu Mono in Australia
Chinese-Canadian PV heavyweight, Canadian Solar, is looking to harness the power of poetry with the release of its HiKu Mono in Australia. The innovative monocrystalline module enters the market near the top of the range.
AEMC heeds renewable energy industry criticism on new transmission access rules
In welcome news for solar and wind developers in Australia, the network rule maker has decided to not to rush through changes to transmission access rules under the much-criticized Coordination of Generation and Transmission Investment (CoGATI) plan.
Trina Solar doubles down on PV 5.0
Trina Solar’s two new bifacial solar modules are touted as a “game changer,” not only for utility-scale projects, but for commercial and industrial developments as well. PV innovation continues to reduce costs and improve performance, but Australia’s outdated infrastructure is doing its best to slow the transition down.
Short-term symptoms
The COVID-19 outbreak has disrupted the global PV supply chain. China, the largest manufacturing hub for solar products, has postponed factory openings in many regions, as it has been hit by logistical hiccups, staff shortages, and delivery delays. Manufacturers in some Chinese provinces are running under capacity, while those overseas are facing the same situation.
Clean energy industry events postponed over coronavirus pandemic fears
As the disease continues to spread, its impact on the clean energy industry is growing with the cancellation or postponement of major trade shows and conferences that were set to take place over the next few weeks.
BNEF lowers 2020 global PV outlook due to coronavirus concerns
Many solar factories in China are starting to resume production, suggesting that concerns about supplies of PV components could soon begin to ease. Nevertheless, the temporary standstill will have an impact on the global solar market, as the implementation of some projects will probably be postponed until next year.
