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The latest monthly release of the UK Battery Storage Project report reveals over 1.3GW of battery storage projects at the ‘ready-to-build’ stage.

Gresham House Energy Storage Fund (GRID) is planning to continue its spate of acquisitions, with plans to increase its portfolio by nearly 200MW over the course of 2020.

Negative business impacts caused by COVID-19 have been seen by 90% of solar installers, according to a new survey.

Merchant solar and wind projects could see their returns “significantly” impacted as power prices across Europe fall.

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, power prices will tumble in the medium term, according to the Renewables Investment Group (TRIP).

Talking to Solar Power Portal, solar installer Solarsense’s MD Stephen Barrett explained how the company is focusing on design and quotes, as they’ve stepped away from both residential and commercial installations for the safety of their staff and clients.

Solar Power Portal recently caught up with Solarcentury UK business development manager Chris Banks, about how the pandemic has affected its operations, the status of key workers in the solar sector and the long term impact.

Six community-run solar farms have advanced £195,000 in community benefit funds, with the money to go towards supporting their local communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lower demand over the summer due to COVID-19 may exacerbate the significant effect on system demand embedded solar generation has.

The Community Energy Scheme has given its members a payment break for April, May and June, saving them over £200,000 in energy costs.