Amp Energy gets go ahead for 800MW of battery storage
Amp Energy is to build what it is claiming are Europe’s two largest grid-connected battery storage facilities, each boasting capacities of 400MW / 800MWh.
Segen: Demand for PV ‘never stronger’ as improved module efficiencies boost C&I viability
Solar Power Portal caught up with Segen's sales and marketing director Liz MacFarlane late last year to discuss how Segen's been managing the supply chain challenges seen across the PV sector and the increased demand for energy storage and higher efficiency modules.
PODCAST: Solar PV set for seismic shift, the rise of non-lithium energy storage technologies
The Solar Media Podcast returns for another year at the forefront of the energy transition, starting 2022 by exploring solar PV’s push for a global manufacturing footprint.
Ethical Power targets UK solar and battery storage in Napier Park Global Capital JV
A new joint venture (JV) between Ethical Power Group and Napier Park Global Capital dubbed Lynher Energy is to invest in large-scale solar and battery storage assets in the UK and Europe.
Over half of the public support the development of large-scale solar projects in their areas
The majority of the public support the development of solar farms in their local areas, according to a new report from Copper Consultancy and Solar Energy UK.
SSE acquires first solar farm and signals ‘serious ambitions’ in the market
SSE has acquired its first solar farm, taking on the development rights for a 30MW solar farm at Littleton Pastures from Stark Energy.
Bluefield acquires 47.5MW renewables portfolio from Good Energy
Bluefield Solar Income Fund has purchased the entirety of Good Energy’s 47.5MW generating portfolio for up to £24.5 million.
Rooftop solar could contribute 4GW of energy to help London reach net zero
Rooftop solar PV is expected to play a key role in London reaching net zero by 2030, and could contribute almost 4GW of clean energy.
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The energy price crisis shows why we need to democratise the sector through solar self-generation
Solar solutions company Enzen's head of UK and Europe Sanjay Neogi takes a look at how solar can be used to democratise the energy sector, protecting consumers from power price increases.
Gravitricity secures European Investment Bank support for gravity energy storage project
Energy storage firm Gravitricity has secured new project support led by the European Investment Bank (EIB) for its plans to build a full scale 4-8MW project in a former mine shaft.
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Innova Energy acquired by Elm Trading, gaining 61.5MW portfolio of ground-mount solar
Solar energy company Innova Energy has been acquired by Elm Trading, taking on its 16 ground-mount assets in Britain.
Diverse range of stakeholders drive UK’s fast-growing commercial solar PV rooftop sector
One of the most encouraging aspects of the UK solar industry during 2021 was the emergence of a sustainable commercial rooftop sector. Here, Finlay Colville, head of market research at SPP publisher Solar Media, discusses the types of companies that have been planning new PV builds since the start of 2019.
Econergy acquires 50MW/100MWh UK battery storage project
Econergy Renewable Energy has kicked off a 800MW pipeline of UK storage with the acquisition of a 50MW/100MWh battery energy storage system (BESS).
Iberdrola becomes one of the UK’s biggest players following acquisition of 800MW of solar sites
Iberdrola has become one of the biggest solar players in the UK, after acquiring 17 PV projects from Elgin Energy and Lightsource BP.
CfD portfolio to pay back to electricity suppliers amid high wholesale prices
With wholesale prices currently above the Contracts for Difference (CfD) strike price alongside lowered levy rates, electricity suppliers are to receive reconciliation payments for their CfD contributions for the first time.
Viridian Solar extends partnership with Bellway ahead of uptick in building regulations
Viridian Solar has extended its partnership with housebuilder Bellway, which will see its Clearline fusion roof-integrated solar systems installed on many new homes.