A recent study in the Murcia region of Spain has revealed significant public support for agrivoltaic systems in vineyards. Researchers from the Technical University of Cartagena and Miguel Hernández University surveyed 238 wine tourists, finding that 94% of participants approved of integrating solar panels into vineyard trellises. The study indicates that most visitors do not […]
The Netherlands is confronting its persistent grid congestion issues through a new collaborative initiative called RenewaFLEXNL. Led by the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), the three-year project unites 17 partners to implement long-duration energy storage (LDES) solutions. These technologies, capable of holding renewable energy for up to 100 hours, are designed to stabilize […]
BYD, the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, is poised to begin limited production of solid-state batteries as early as 2027. After more than a decade of research, the company has achieved significant breakthroughs in sulfide-based electrolyte technology, which promises to revolutionize the industry with higher energy density and faster charging capabilities. Initially targeted for high-end […]
A new report from the International Energy Agency Photovoltaics Power Systems Programme (IEA PVPS) explores the viability of the second-life solar module market as global capacity surpasses 2 TW. While refurbishing solar PV modules is technically feasible, the sector faces steep economic challenges due to high labor costs and the falling price of new technology. […]
India’s solar energy sector achieved a historic milestone in 2025, adding a record 36.6 GW of capacity, a 43% increase compared to the previous year. This marks the first time the country has surpassed the 30 GW annual threshold. Driven primarily by large-scale projects, which accounted for over 80% of new installations, the growth highlights […]
Architects Yuhan Zhang and Dreama Simeng Lin have unveiled Eden Rise, a revolutionary 1.6-kilometer-high vertical community concept designed to transform Chicago’s skyline. This eco-conscious tower aims to eliminate urban food deserts by integrating vertical farms directly into its residential core. Beyond agriculture, the structure utilizes cloud harvesting and wind energy to create a self-sustaining ecosystem. […]
KG Motors has secured a strategic partnership with Japanese energy giant Idemitsu Kosan to support the rollout of its ultra-compact electric vehicle, the MiBot. Following the first deliveries in late 2025, the collaboration will utilize Idemitsu’s extensive “apollostation” network to provide sales, maintenance, and insurance services. This agreement marks a significant step in Japan’s urban […]
Construction has officially commenced on Malaysia’s largest standalone floating PV installation, a 300MW project located in Batang Berjuntai, Selangor. Developed by EDRA Global Energy, a subsidiary of China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN), the facility is a cornerstone of the nation’s fifth Large-Scale Solar (LSS5) program. Once completed, it will rank among the most significant […]
Spain has officially surpassed the 50 GW milestone in solar power capacity, reinforcing its position as a major European renewable energy leader. According to recent data from grid operator REE, solar energy now accounts for 34% of the nation’s total electricity generation capacity. This achievement follows a record-breaking 2025, during which the country added nearly […]
Denmark reached a historic milestone in its renewable energy transition by installing a record-breaking 1.55 GW of solar capacity in 2025. This surge, primarily driven by large-scale ground-mounted utility projects, brought the nation’s cumulative solar capacity to approximately 6.3 GW. While the utility sector saw exponential growth compared to the previous year, the rooftop segment […]