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Vena Energy Australia to Power Up Queensland’s Biggest Battery

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Renewable power producer Vena Energy Australia announced today that it will soon begin
construction of Queensland’s largest grid-scale battery near Wandoan in the Western Downs.

Vena Energy’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) will have an initial capacity of 100 megawatts (MW) and store 150 megawatt hours of energy, which could power up to 57,000 average homes annually.

At a signing ceremony hosted by the Minister for Natural Resources, Mines & Energy, Dr Anthony Lynham, Vena Energy chief executive Mr Nitin Apte said the $120 million BESS project represented a major milestone in the continuing modernisation of Queensland’s energy supply.

“The BESS represents Queensland’s accelerating transition to a cleaner future and has the potential to utilise solar renewable energy from existing generation,” Mr Apte said.

“The BESS will encourage a positive investment environment for future projects as well as encourage broader adoption of renewable energy in Queensland and in Australia.”

Vena Energy Australia will build, own and maintain the BESS while leading Australian energy retailer AGL will have full operational dispatch rights under a 15-year agreement between the two companies.

AGL CEO Brett Redman said the agreement was consistent with AGL’s strategy of developing and/or contracting flexible storage and generation to support the transition from coal generation to renewables.

“The battery will enable AGL to leverage excess solar generation in Queensland and provide capacity when the Coopers Gap Wind Farm and other renewable power sources are not generating,” Mr Redman said.

Head of Vena Energy Australia Mr Anil Nangia said local employment and procurement opportunities would be established throughout the 12-month construction program, with the labour force anticipated to be 30 strong during construction.

“We plan to significantly invest in the local region, with local purchasing likely to include a wide range of products and services from fencing contractors, concreters, welders, electricians, plant and equipment operators, transport contractors and administrators,” Mr Nangia said.

Mr Nangia said the BESS was the first construction milestone of the company’s Wandoan South Project, approved to generate up to 1000MW of solar electricity and 450MW of energy storage, to be developed across several stages.

“Vena Energy is also advancing plans for a $650 million solar project at the site, as part of the Wandoan South Project,” he said.

In Australia, Vena Energy is progressing over 2,500MW of renewable energy projects across the country and last year commissioned a 95MW solar project at Tailem Bend in South Australia.

Ingeteam Launches its Latest Battery Inverter with Two Solar PV Inputs

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Ingeteam is finalizing the launch of its latest INGECON® SUN STORAGE 1Play TL M hybrid inverter. This highly versatile inverter features a battery input and two more inputs for PV panels. Each PV input has its own maximum power point tracking system, making it ideal for harnessing the maximum amount of energy on roof-mounted, self-consumption PV installations, with the PV solar panels positioned in two different orientations.

A further advantage is that the INGECON® SUN STORAGE 1Play TL M hybrid inverter features an EMS (Energy Management System), making it possible to implement advanced operating modes, such as self-consumption, and facilitating system monitoring through the INGECON® SUN Monitor smartphone application. Moreover, there is an application to easily and remotely set-up and upgrade the inverter firmware via PC, tablet or mobile phone. Moreover, the system commissioning and the inverter’s firmware update can be performed remotely with the application via PC, tablet or smartphone.

This new inverter is suitable for both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. In this latter case, the hybrid inverter is responsible for generating the grid. For grid-connected systems, the inverter features a back-up functionality so that, in the event of a grid outage, the critical loads can be powered from the batteries and PV panels.

Just like the previous model, this new hybrid inverter by Ingeteam is compatible with lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, and is also compatible with the storage systems made by the market’s leading manufacturers.

Production of this new inverter is set to start in May and it will be available with two power outputs: 3 kW and 6 kW.

The first units of the INGECON® SUN STORAGE 1Play TL M will be showcased on the stands of Ingeteam’s main distributors during the GENERA fair to be held at the IFEMA exhibition grounds in Madrid, from 5th to 7th February.

Discovery of Rhodium Molecule Promises a Bright Future for Solar Energy According to Founder of Green Solar Technologies

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Solar energy technology is evolving and thus how we convert solar energy into usable power is evolving, too.

According to an article written by Irina Slav and published on OilPrice.com, scientists are researching a new solar cell that could change the solar landscape as we know it. “A cell that can capture the whole visible light spectrum and turn the energy into hydrogen. The cell is actually a molecule, and it is a busy molecule: it not only harnesses 50 percent more solar energy than existing solar cells, but it also turns this energy into hydrogen.”

The article continues quoting chemistry professor and lead researcher in the team that developed the molecule, Claudia Turro from the Ohio State University, who explains, “The whole idea is that we can use photons from the sun and transform it into hydrogen. To put it simply, we are saving the energy from sunlight and storing it into chemical bonds so it can be used at a later time.”

Nicki Zvik, Founder of Green Solar Technologies and vocal solar energy advocate shares his excitement for development and for its potential impact on the future of the solar industry, stating, “There’s nothing that exhilarates us at GST quite like the news of advancements that are going to propel the solar industry forward and that could quite literally change the future of the world.”

Slav’s article continues, “‘What makes it work is that the system is able to put the molecule into an excited state, where it absorbs the photon and is able to store two electrons to make hydrogen,’ Turro added. ‘This storing of two electrons in a single molecule derived from two photons, and using them together to make hydrogen, is unprecedented.’

The molecule is a form of rhodium—an inert metal and member of the platinum group—and because it can both collect solar energy and then act as a catalyst to turn it into hydrogen, it makes for a much more efficient fuel production system than existing alternatives, at least with respect to energy loss during the process of conversion of solar energy into hydrogen.”

Zvik adds, “Efficiency is a huge factor in creating a quality solar energy system. And though this molecule is currently being discussed for the powering of cars, it can be seen as the beginning of something much greater. With great minds continuing to make breakthroughs in solar technology, we can assume that the future solar landscape will be far more prestigious than we ever could have imagined when we first began the journey only decades ago.”

Duke Energy Florida Announces 2 New Solar Power Plants, 2 Others Completed

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Duke Energy Florida (DEF) today announced the locations of its two newest solar power plants which will provide cleaner, smarter energy solutions to benefit Florida customers.

  • The Twin Rivers Solar Power Plant will be built on 460 acres in Hamilton County, Fla. Once operational, the 74.9-megawatt (MW) facility will consist of approximately 235,000 tracking solar panels. The panels track the movement of the sun and are capable of producing enough electricity to power approximately 23,000 homes at peak production.
  • The Santa Fe Solar Power Plant will be built on approximately 600 acres in Columbia County, Fla. The 74.9-MW plant will consist of approximately 235,000 tracking solar panels, which will produce enough carbon-free energy to power more than 23,000 average homes at peak production.

Both solar power plants will be developed, owned, operated and maintained by Duke Energy Florida and are expected to break ground in March 2020. Completion is currently scheduled for late 2020.

“Our two newest solar power plants in Hamilton and Columbia counties are expected to eliminate approximately 600 million pounds of carbon dioxide emissions in Florida each year upon commercial operation. That’s the equivalent of taking about 56,000 passenger cars off the road each year,” said Catherine Stempien, Duke Energy Florida state president. “We are committed to environmental stewardship and more fuel diversity for our Florida customers’ benefit.”

During construction each solar project creates 200 to 300 temporary jobs.

“Columbia County is excited to partner with Duke Energy on this solar project that is not only promoting green energy, but also bringing jobs and capital investment into our community,” said Columbia County economic development director Glenn Hunter. “Additionally, Duke Energy’s investment into the hundreds of acres of rural farmland in Columbia County is significant to preserve the integrity of our land and development as we move into the future.” 

Building A Smarter Energy Future®

Additionally, Duke Energy Florida completed two solar facilities last month.

The Lake Placid Solar Power Plant in Highlands County, Fla. began serving customers Dec. 9, 2019. The facility is 45 MW, which is enough to power more than 12,000 homes at peak production.

The Trenton Solar Power Plant in Gilchrist County, Fla. began serving customers Dec. 18, 2019. The facility is 74.9 MW, which is enough to power more than 23,000 homes at peak production.

Solar Projects Under Construction

Duke Energy Florida is building another 74.9 MW with the Columbia Solar Power Plant in Columbia County, Fla., anticipated to begin servicing customers in April 2020.

The DeBary Solar Power Plant is under construction in Volusia County, Fla. and will bring another 300,000 solar panels to Florida with service beginning in June 2020.  

Duke Energy Florida is increasingly delivering cleaner energy to customers with a total of almost 370 MW of solar under construction or in service by mid-2020.

The Company is investing an estimated $1 billion to construct or acquire a total of 700 MW of cost-effective solar power facilities from 2018 through 2022 in Florida, and planning for another 1,500 MW of solar generation through 2028.

Duke Energy Florida is encouraging renewable investments within the state. By buying existing solar projects and using a competitive process to select DEF solar contractors, solar panels and project material suppliers, the company’s solar power plants bring the greatest amount of dependable renewable energy on line for customers in the most efficient and economical way while creating more jobs in the solar and energy-related markets.

Over the next decade, the company will continue to  make innovative and targeted investments in additional solar power plants, battery storage technology, shared solar, transportation electrification and a modernized power grid to help meet customers’ needs for diverse, reliable energy solutions.

Microgrids are Quickly Becoming a Top Solution to Energy Problems

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Microgrids are becoming essential for millions of people around the world. After earthquakes and aftershocks left Puerto Rico without power, microgrids installed at 10 schools continue to run, providing power to residents. When PG&E shut off power in California to battle high winds and fires, Northern California’s Blue Lake Rancheria tribe helped thousands of people with its microgrid. Companies such as CleanSpark Inc. are conducting feasibility studies on how microgrids can power the Shoreline United School District and its surrounding communities. While no one keeps count of how many microgrids operate in the state, notes The Washington Post, many large universities, medical centers, and public safety operators have them. “The idea is simple. Microgrids are connected to the larger utility system when the electricity is on, contributing power in some cases. When there is a power cut, microgrids can become ‘islands’ — disconnect from the system and use solar-generated energy stored in batteries to operate independently.”  Over time, microgrids may just change the way the world generates energy altogether. That’s creating sizable multi-billion-dollar opportunity for top companies like CleanSpark, Inc., Eaton Corporation PLC , General Electric Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and FuelCell Energy Inc..

CleanSpark, Inc. announced today that Nasdaq has approved its application to have its common stock listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market. CleanSpark expects to commence trading on Nasdaq under the symbol “CLSK” at the opening of trading on Friday, January 24, 2020. “We are very excited with the listing of our shares on the Nasdaq, as this represents another significant milestone for CleanSpark. This up-listing to Nasdaq is a major corporate achievement reflecting growing momentum and financial performance throughout 2019. We are continuing to leverage our software portfolio and cutting-edge products throughout the distributed energy market and positioning the Company for continued revenue growth in 2020 and beyond. We believe our Nasdaq listing will help to increase long-term shareholder value by improving awareness, liquidity, and expanding our investor base to include more institutional investors” said Zachary Bradford, CEO of CleanSpark Inc.

Capcora Advised Green Genius on Securing EUR 30m Financing for Renewable Energy Projects in Europe

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Green Genius, a renewable energy company part of Modus Group, has signed a EUR 30 million loan with Eiffel Energy Transition fund. The company plans to use these funds to develop and build green energy projects across Europe. The private placement was accompanied by Capcora, a Germany-based consultancy firm, which acted as financial advisor to Green Genius.

“This transaction is exceptional as the loan was granted not at a single project level but, on a revolving basis, at the level of the European platform owning the portfolio of renewable projects of the group. This evidences the trust of a financial institution such as Eiffel Investment Group in our robustness and our competencies in the development and construction of renewable energy projects,” says Ruslanas Sklepoviius, a member of the
board of Modus Group responsible for the renewable energy field and the CEO of Green Genius.

Green Genius has set a goal of ranking among the top 25 renewable energy project developers in Europe over the next five years. At present, Green Genius is developing renewable energy projects in 6 European markets: Lithuania, Poland, Ukraine, Belarus, Spain and Italy. The company is also actively looking for opportunities for expansion in other Central European
countries.

In 2019, Green Genius investments in renewable energy activities more than doubled reaching EUR 115 million comparing to 2018. The company plans to continue growing investments in this area. By 2025, total capacity of implemented renewable energy projects by Green Genius is expected to reach 1.5 GW.

“After considering all available offers, we have chosen a partnership with Eiffel Energy Transition for several reasons. It was important for Green Genius to borrow at optimal conditions, to use the proceeds for projects across European markets, and to have a partner who knows the industry very well and can make fast decisions. We have achieved all these goals in the process,” says Rokas Banceviius, chief financial officer at Green Genius.

“The business of Green Genius is a mixture of developing and selling projects as well as an IPP approach which is not always easy to handle for classical debt providers. However, with a clearly defined strategy for each market and project and a transparent development roadmap for the next few years, we were able attract various interesting offers from a diverse range of
international lenders,” explains Alexander Kuhn, managing partner at Capcora.

Clir Renewables Hits 6 GW Milestone, Tripling Its Global Asset Portfolio in a Year

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New figures from Clir Renewables, the leading cloud-based AI platform that provides asset managers and owners with tools to maximize annual energy production,  surpassed a total of 6 GW of assets on its platform in 2019, a three-fold increase from 2 GW at the end of 2018. With a number of asset owners currently progressing their portfolios through Clir’s full onboarding process following successful trial periods, this growth shows no sign of slowing.

Across the onshore and offshore wind industry, unexpected turbine downtime and underperformance can see energy production – and therefore revenue – significantly lower than forecast. This can have a substantial effect on the financing of wind projects, particularly as large investors move away from fossil fuels and towards renewable energy. As such, improving turbine performance to maximize energy yield is vital to ensuring these investments remain profitable.

Clir uses artificial intelligence to analyze wind turbine data. The software identifies causes of underperformance, from blade icing to suboptimal derating plans, and provides asset owners and operators with strategies to improve performance and thereby increase annual energy production by up to 5%.

Identifying the true causes of underperformance from turbine data can be extremely difficult using typical methods of analysis. By using artificial intelligence to analyze turbine data, however, it is possible to generate a baseline of performance and recognize patterns that indicate not only when the turbine is performing sub-optimally, but why. This gives owners and operators the complete understanding of their asset necessary to take action on underperformance.

“As investors in renewables increasingly focus on asset performance and revenue certainty, we are able to use artificial intelligence to support wind farm owners in developing a complete understanding of their asset necessary to fix faults, maximize asset lifetime, and optimize for both performance and profit,” said Gareth Brown, CEO, Clir.

“Much of the information that owners need to fully optimize their assets is difficult to parse out from raw wind farm data. Typical analysis cannot provide an accurate understanding of whether energy is being lost due to wind resource or whether energy is lost as a result of asset underperformance. But by using AI, Clir can make those distinctions clear to owners, allowing them take informed actions to improve performance.

“2019 saw our biggest period of growth to date, hitting a new milestone of 6 GW, which we see is a clear indicator of the demand for wind investors to better understand their projects as the markets continue to evolve.”

Week in Middle East: UAE Announces New Development and Funding Agreements Under US$50m Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund, Total to Develop Qatar’s First Large-Scale 800 MWp Solar Plant, Turkish Solar Reaches 6 GW and More

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Marubeni, Total and Siraj Energy to Develop 800 MW of Solar Projects in Qatar

A special purpose company (SPC) formed by Japan’s Marubeni Corporation, France-based Total Solar International and Siraj Energy of Qatar has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA) to develop 800 MW of solar projects. The collaboration has an equity holding of 20.4% by Marubeni Corporation, 19.6% by Total, and 60% by Siraj Energy. With an estimated cost of QR 1.7 billion (~$462.5 million), the large-scale solar power project will be constructed at Al-Kharsaah area west of Doha on a 10 square kilometer land and is expected to be equipped with 2 million bifacial solar modules with trackers. The special purpose company will develop, construct, and operate and maintain the solar PV project.

Masdar and Infinity Energy establish joint venture “Infinity Power” to develop renewable energy projects in Egypt

Masdar and Infinity Energy, have agreed to establish a joint venture company, Infinity Power, to develop utility-scale and distributed solar energy and wind power projects in Egypt and Africa. The agreement was signed at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week by Masdar CEO Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Infinity Energy Managing Director and Co-founder Mohamed Elamin Ismail Mansour, and Infinity Energy CEO Nayer Fouad. Egypt’s 2035 Integrated Sustainable Energy Strategy targets 20 per cent of the electricity mix coming from renewables by 2022 and 42 per cent by 2035. The country has the potential to supply 53 per cent of its electricity mix from renewables by 2030, according to analysis by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

Turkish Solar Reaches 6GW

Turkey reached a cumulative 5,995 MW of installed solar generation capacity last year, according to statistics published by grid operator TEIAS.Of Turkey’s total solar capacity, 5,826 MW is represented by ‘unlicensed’ PV systems – installations with a capacity of no more than 1 MW. Licensed projects, awarded in public tenders, supply 169.7 MW. Solar makes up around 6.5% of Turkey’s power generation capacity, which at the end of the year stood at 91.26 GW. Last year, the volume of newly deployed PV reached 923 MW.

UAE Announces New Development and Funding Agreements Under US$50m Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund

The UAE-Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund (UAE-CREF) has entered the second cycle of its three-year plan to build climate-resilient renewable energy projects in 16 Caribbean nations, successfully completing new development and funding agreements for the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Guyana, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Trinidad and Tobago, and Suriname. The announcement was made at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2020, one of the world’s largest sustainability gatherings, taking place this week in the UAE capital. According to this new development and funding agreements a solar photovoltaic (PV) carport and rooftop project will be built in the Dominican Republic; a solar PV and battery hybrid project will be developed for the village of Dondon, Haiti; a solar PV and battery hybrid plant will be constructed on the island of Wakenaam, Guyana; and a  solar PV and battery hybrid project is planned for Carriacou in Grenada. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, two solar PV desalination plants will be developed, while Suriname will receive a solar PV and battery hybrid plant and Trinidad and Tobago, a solar PV carport.

Total to Develop Qatar’s First Large-Scale 800 MWp Solar Plant

Total has entered into agreements for the development of the Al Kharsaah Solar PV IPP Project, a 800 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar plant that will be located 80 kilometers west of Doha, Qatar. The project was awarded to a consortium of Total (49%) and Marubeni (51%) as the result of the country’s first solar tender. Qatar’s first large-scale solar power plant, Al Kharsaah will provide sustainable, affordable and clean energy to industries, services and individuals through the Qatari grid starting from 2021 with an initial 350 MWp capacity before reaching its full capacity in 2022.

APICORP partners with Yellow Door Energy for rooftop solar panels at headquarters

The Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation (APICORP), a multilateral development financial institution, announced that it signed two agreements with Yellow Door Energy (YDE), a leading sustainable energy solutions provider in the Middle East, to install solar panels at APICORP’s headquarters in Dammam and retrofit the building with energy-efficient technologies. The agreements mark YDE’s first project in Saudi Arabia, demonstrating the company’s exponential growth in the region. Expected to be completed by end of 2020, the new fittings will cut APICORP’s carbon emissions by 2,000 tonnes and generate up to 718 MWh of clean energy, as well as significantly reduce energy consumption by 35%.

Saudi Arabia joins club of Middle East’s ‘green energy’ leaders

Saudi Arabia has become one of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s leaders in the race to use renewable energy. The Solar Outlook Report 2020 was launched at the Solar Forum of the World Future Energy Summit, a highlight of this year’s Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (Jan. 11-18). The report, prepared by Middle East Solar Industry Association (MESIA), said Saudi Arabia and Oman have joined the UAE, Morocco and Egypt as leaders in the renewables race.“Saudi Arabia is now in the third year of implementation of its massive target of 60 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy generation by 2030,” it said.

Dubai Sees World’s Largest Single-Site 700 MW Concentrated Solar Project by Shanghai Electric and DEWA

Significant progress has been made in the Dubai 700 MW concentrated solar power project, announced as the world’s largest single-site concentrated solar project (CSP). The 700 MW CSP project marks phase four of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai and is a crucial part of the UAE government’s “Vision 2021” initiative to ensure sustainable and environmentally friendly development. Once operational, the CSP plant will reduce Dubai’s carbon footprint by 1.6 million tons per year.

Week in SAARC: Metito Group-led Consortium with Jinko Power and AlJomaih Group awarded 55 MWe ac grid-tied solar power plant in Bangladesh, IFC to help Bangladesh with public-private solar partnerships, Pantera Energy provides technical aid to Gharo Solar Power Plant and More

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Pantera Energy provides technical aid to Gharo Solar Power Plant

Pantera Energy, the leading solar energy company in Pakistan, has provided technical assistance in the Gharo Solar Power Plant. Installation, testing, and commissioning have been done jointly by Pantera Energy and its sister company Nepcon. The project involved the construction of a 50MW Solar Power Plant on 58.2ha of land. It includes the construction of a substation and related infrastructure, the installation of solar panels, generators and transformers, and the laying of transmission lines. Project completed within the record time of 5 months starting from the on-site installation in August with final commissioning and testing in the second week of December. The power plant is now generating 50.1MW and allowing the K-Electric grid to shift towards power by more affordable, reliable and locally-generated renewable solar energy source.

Sri Lanka’s first floating solar plant opens in Kilinochchi with Norwegian assistance

The Norwegian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Trine Jøranli Eskedal, opened Sri Lanka’s first floating solar plant in Kilinochchi Friday. The launch of the 42KW floating solar plant took place at the Faculty of Engineering, Kilinochchi Campus, University of Jaffna. The floating solar power plant project is based on Norwegian marine knowhow from offshore and aquaculture industries and combines well-known features with innovative use of composite beams for the mounting of the solar panels.

Abu Dhabi Fund Extends $105 Million for 8 IRENA Recommended Renewable Projects

The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has approved about $105 million (~₹7.42 billion) for the development of eight renewable energy projects under the seventh cycle of its partnership with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The ADFD, a foreign aid agency under the government of Abu Dhabi, said the aid would provide funding for projects in Antigua and Barbuda, Burkina Faso, Chad, Cuba, the Maldives, Nepal, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It noted that after the 10th annual IRENA assembly, cumulative funding to date stood at $350 million (~₹24.76 billion), in line with the commitment made by ADFD across seven funding cycles to projects recommended by IRENA.

Metito Group-led Consortium with Jinko Power and AlJomaih Group awarded 55 MWe ac grid-tied solar power plant in Bangladesh

The Government of Bangladesh has awarded the Rangunia 55-megawatts electric (MWe) ac grid-tied solar power plant project to the Consortium led by Metito Group together with Jinko Power and AlJomaih Group (the Consortium). The project will be developed on a Build Own Operate (BOO) basis under a 20 years concession agreement, which is in line with the Government’s vision to secure a more balanced energy-mix and a reduction in environmental pollution in Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB), pursuant to approval from the Power Division, Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources (MPEMR), awarded the project to the Consortium. BPDB had earlier announced the Consortium as the lowest bidder with the competitive tariff of $0.0748/kWh — the lowest tariff ever reported in Bangladesh.

ADB launches plan to repower diesel-reliant Maldives with solar hybrids

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Environment Ministry of the Maldives have launched a plan to roll out solar–battery–diesel hybrids across 48 islands, meant to curb reliance on expensive and polluting diesel mini-grids. The project has now overseen the deployment of around 7.5MW of solar PV facilities, 5.6MWh of battery energy storage systems and 11.6MW of energy-efficient diesel gensets. The projects come under the flagship Preparing Outer Islands for Sustainable Energy Development (POISED) Project, the purpose of which is to transform existing diesel-based energy mini-grids into hybrid renewable energy systems. Its target is 160 inhabited islands through investment in a total of 21MW of solar power plants as well as battery energy storage systems, energy management systems, and efficient diesel generators, while starting to focus on distribution grid upgrades to allow future renewable energy penetration.

IFC to help Bangladesh with public-private solar partnerships

Having been forced to push back the target date of sourcing 10% of its electricity from renewables, Bangladesh is receiving solar sector help from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank. The IFC will be lead transaction adviser to the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority of Bangladesh (SREDA) for the development of a 35-50 MW solar array in the Kushtia district. The two parties inked a memorandum of understanding, in the wake of the news Bangladesh’s 10% renewables ambition has been pushed back from this year to 2021. The nation saw around 34 MW of solar generation capacity added last year so the planned new plant would mark a sizable leap.

Convert Italia presents the Bhit Photovoltaic Plant, its first Eni project in Pakistan

Eni says that the Bhit Photovoltaic Plant is expected to produce approximately 20GWh (Gigawatt hours) annually. The output energy will be used on site, reducing gas consumption and avoiding around 144,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent emissions during plant life. The significant result has been achieved thanks to the combined engineering activity born from the collaboration with Reon Energy. This partnership created the optimal conditions to reach the best solution for a fully integrated system. 

Week in ASEAN: Five Companies Win Bids for a Solar Project of Over 491 MW in Malaysia, Thai and Chinese consortium bag record floating solar-plus-hydro project, Dehui a Vietnamese PV Maker Bets on US Solar to Fuel 2020s Growth and More

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Indonesia May Ease Auto, Solar Imports

Indonesia may ease restrictions on import of automobiles and solar equipment from India in return for shipping higher quantities of palm oil, following a government move to license the import of the edible oil, which is seen to be targeted at Malaysia. Indonesian trade minister Agus Suparmanto Subagio, who met commerce & industry minister Piyush Goyal in Davos, is also expected to visit India over the next month to discuss details of an enhanced trade engagement with India.

Malaysia Awards Over 491 MW of Solar Projects to Five Companies

The energy commission of Malaysia has awarded nearly 491 MW (490.88 MW) of large-scale solar projects to five companies. The winning companies are ib vogt GmbH and Coara Solar, Cypark Resources Berhad and Impian Bumiria, JKH Renewables and Solarpack Asia, ENGIE Energie Services and TTL Energy, and Konsortium Beseri Jaya and Hanwha Energy Corporation Singapore. The tender was issued in February 2019, by Suruhanjaya Tenaga to develop 500 MW of large-scale solar projects in Peninsular Malaysia. This was the third large-scale solar project tender under the country’s large-scale solar program. The project capacity was between 1-100 MW and expected to be commissioned by 2021. 

Masdar and PLN Enter Partnership to Develop First Floating Solar Power Plant in Indonesia

Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), the state electricity company in Indonesia, for the first floating solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in the country. The 145-megawatt (MW) PV plant, which will also be Masdar’s first floating solar PV project, will be built on a 225-hectare plot of the 6200-hectare Cirata Reservoir, in the West Java region. Masdar is developing the plant with PT Pembangkitan Jawa-Bali (PT PJB), a subsidiary of PLN. Indonesia is the largest energy user in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region, and the country is targeting 23 per cent of its energy mix coming from renewables by 2025, rising to 31 per cent by 2030.

Thai and Chinese Consortium Bag Record Floating Solar-Plus-Hydro Project

Thai regulator Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has awarded a contract for a 45MW floating solar project on the Sirindhorn Dam to a consortium including local firm B.Grimm Power and Energy China. Expected to become operational by December, the Sirindhorn Dam Hydro-Floating Solar Hybrid Pilot Project in Sirindhorn District, Ubon Ratchathani Province, will be one of the largest floating PV systems in the world. A release from B.Grimm also claimed that it would be the world’s largest hybrid floating solar project connected to a hydropower plant.

Dehui a Vietnamese PV Maker Bets on US Solar to Fuel 2020s Growth

One of the biggest names of Vietnam’s PV manufacturing scene is to throw its weight behind the US solar market over the next three years, with plans to target utility-scale buyers by embracing bifacial technology. Dehui Solar told about its ambitions to triple its business with the US in the space of three years, using its subsidiary in the country to take shipments from 1 GW in 2020 to 2GW in 2021 and 3GW in 2022. Dehui said its factories in Vietnam should reach this year 1.5GW and 2GW in combined cell and module capacity, respectively. As it ambitions to ramp up shipments, Dehui is also planning to majorly scale up production. The firm currently runs 250,000 square feet split across five production lines but has set aside a further one million square feet, set to host factories in the future.

RECOM Supplies Mono Modules to Savina Power in Vietnam and Expands its Global Presence

RECOM delivers 360Wp mono modules to Savina Power JSC in Vietnam, as part of its growing presence in the market. The RECOM modules, totaling 6MW, will be deployed in three industrial solar projects: Mekong factory, Sa Thay District, Kon Tum Province; Tra Da Factory, Tra Da industrial park, Pleiku City, Gia Lai Province and Triple Factory, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City. Savina Power JSC is a leading developer in Vietnam providing professional servicing for solar projects, including investment consultancy, design work, project execution, maintenance, and solar energy equipment and solutions. Within South-East Asia, Vietnam is a leader in solar energy with the largest installed capacity of 5.5GW in 2019. The PV capacity for the region is expected to triple in the next 5 years.

Ambu signs Power Purchase Agreement with Cleantech Solar in Malaysia

Cleantech Solar and Ambu Sdn. Bhd. have entered into a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) to benefit from a 923 kWp solar PV system that will be installed across Ambu’s manufacturing and research and development buildings in Bayan Lepas, Penang. The PV system would be installed by Solarvest Holdings Berhad and is expected to be fully operational by mid-2020. The solar PV system, is expected to generate over 23,700 MWh of clean energy, avoiding 16,400 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions across the agreement’s terms. Through this arrangement, Ambu will benefit from savings on electricity costs and also see an improvement on its environmental performance as the company lowers its dependency on non-renewable energy, without having to invest its own capital.

Record USD105 Million of Funding Approved by ADFD Under the IRENA/ADFD Project Facility

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The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) today confirmed the allocation of approximately USD 105 million for eight renewable energy projects in developing countries in the seventh cycle of the IRENA/ADFD Project Facility.

The announcement marks a record level of funding for any cycle since the facility was launched and will provide funding for projects in Antigua and Barbuda, Burkina Faso, Chad, Cuba, the Maldives, Nepal, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

The announcement was made during the 10th IRENA Assembly and brings cumulative funding to date to US$350 million, in line with the commitment made by ADFD across seven funding cycles to IRENA recommended projects.

“Overcoming investment needs for energy transformation infrastructure is one of the most notable barriers to the achievement of national goals,” said Francesco La Camera, Director-General of IRENA. “Therefore, the provision of capital to support the adoption of renewable energy is key to low-carbon sustainable economic development and plays a central role in bringing about positive social outcomes.

“The record levels of funding announced in this cycle of the facility will not only support the eight chosen countries in their pursuit of energy and climate plans but will also further global ambitions to build a sustainable future,” he continued. “This facility is a true reflection of the transformational outcomes that organisations with shared goals can deliver when they come together and provides a blueprint effective cooperation in the future.”

His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of ADFD, said: “In cooperation with IRENA, ADFD is proud to have supported the deployment of renewable energy solutions worldwide over several years. In its efforts to boost the implementation of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically Goals 6,7,11, 12 and 13 – ADFD-funded projects over the seven cycles of the Facility have led to the widespread adoption of scalable, clean, and sustainable energy alternatives in 26 countries.”

He added: “Today’s announcement re-affirms the UAE’s and ADFD’s leading efforts to combat the effects of climate change by stimulating robust development across the global renewable energy sector. The Fund’s commitment to this priority has enhanced long-term growth prospects and yielded socio-economic benefits for millions of lives in line with the national objectives of the beneficiary countries.”

In Antigua and Barbuda, an 8 MW hybrid power plant (solar and wind) will receive an ADFD investment of US$15 million. The project is expected to benefit 5,500 households and allows for large reductions in the import of fossil fuels.

In Burkina Faso, an ADFD loan of US$5.5 million will contribute to the construction of a 3 MW solar PV power plant in the country. The project is expected to extend electricity to approximately 40,000 people in rural areas. 

In Chad, the ADFD loan of US$15 million will contribute to the construction of a six MW solar power plant. The project is expected to benefit more than 215,000 people in six cities.

In Cuba, a project will receive an ADFD loan of US$20 million to install 8.5 MW of solar PV capacity, supported with 2 MW of energy storage, in Isla de la Juventud. The project will benefit 32,300 people, aims to support the energy sector, decrease fossil fuel consumption, reduce the level of carbon emissions and secure energy consumption from renewable and sustainable sources.

In the Maldives, a waste-to-energy plant project in the city of Addu will receive an ADFD loan of US$14 million. The 1.5 MW renewable energy project will utilise waste in generating electricity and reduce dependence on imported fuel benefitting 35,000 people.

In Nepal, a project will receive an ADFD loan of US$10 million to support a total of 20 biogas digesters which will serve as demonstration units to 270 municipalities. The digesters will convert organic waste into useful energy and offset the use of fossil fuels by replacing it with renewable natural gas.

In Saint Lucia, the 10 MW Troumassee solar power station, battery storage and setting up solar energy systems in the country, will receive an ADFD loan of US$15 million. The venture will support the whole population, economic development, advance the implementation of Saint Lucia’s national energy policy and reduce diesel fuel consumption.

In Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, an ADFD loan of US$10 million will support the installation of a 7 MW solar PV project and benefit 2,444 households. The renewable energy venture aims to reduce carbon emissions, fossil fuel consumption and operating costs.

Phono Solar Signs 500MW Supply Agreement with Wattkraft

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Under the agreement, Phono Solar will work with Wattkraft to supply a total 500MW of highly efficient solar modules to the German-dominated European market over the next two years. This is the third significant collaboration between Phono Solar and WattKraft since 2017.

Deputy general manager of SUMEC Group, chairman of SUMEC Energy, Yongchuan Jin, general manager of SUMEC Energy, Jian Wang, vice general manager of SUMEC Energy, minister of Phono Solar division, Xingguo Zhao, minister of international business division of Phono Solar, Daren Shi, CEO of Wattkraft, Giovanni Migliore and other guests attended the signing ceremony. All the guests visited SUMEC Group headquarter after the ceremony.

At the signing ceremony, the two sides introduced their respective business sectors and development ideas, reviewed and summarized the friendly and efficient cooperation in the past two years, and conducted in-depth discussions on the photovoltaic supply cooperation in the coming year, the joint exploration of new growth areas and cooperation methods.

Wattkraft has been deeply involved in the solar market in Europe for several years, especially in Germany. Wattkraft is a strategic partner of Phono Solar in Europe market. Giovanni Migliore, CEO of Wattkraft said, ‘We are pleased to have found a reliable brand like Phono Solar in a global solar market that requires a high level of flexibility and competitiveness. Since our cooperation, we have worked out development strategies and grown together. Phono Solar provides high quality, high efficiency and high stability products, enabling Wattkraft to generate new value-added services in distribution and continuously improve our customer satisfaction.’

European market is the cradle of Phono Solar brand overseas. The distribution channel development in Europe of Phono Solar has never stopped. Through nearly a decade of continuous market exploitation, Phono Solar has now established a mature and reliable supply system in Europe, which is inseparable from its continuous efforts and improvement internally.

‘We are committed to optimizing LCOE and providing competitive clean energy to our global customers,’ minister of international business division of Phono Solar, Daren Shi said, ‘Germany is one of Phono Solar’s most important international markets, the company attaches great importance to developing long-term strategic partners in Germany. In the future, we will work closely with Wattkraft. Phono Solar’s high efficient solar products sales will continue to grow with the help of Wattkraft’s extensive distribution channels.’

Week in India: Haryana Floats a Tender for 279 MW of Solar Projects, PGCIL to Help Madhya Pradesh Set Up Transmission System for 1.5 GW of Solar Projects, Hartek Solar bags 1-MW rooftop solar projects in Daman and More

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IIT Kharagpur Issues Maintenance Tender for 200 kW of Rooftop Solar Systems

The Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur has issued a tender for the annual maintenance contract for two rooftop solar power projects with a cumulative capacity of 200 kW. (2×100 kW) located at LLR Hall and Mathematics department of the campus. The last date for the submission of the bids is February 5, 2020. The approximate cost of the work is ₹1,27,862 (~$1,795.89). The interested bidders need to pay ₹2,557 (~$35.91) as the earnest money deposit (EMD).The tender adds that each project must be cleaned once a week for 52 weeks and during emergencies. The date of work will start from the seventh day of the issue of the work order.  The bids will remain valid for 120 days from the date of submission.

Madhya Pradesh’s RUMS Invites Bids for 1.5 GW of Solar Projects

The Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited has invited bids to develop three solar parks with an aggregate capacity of 1,500 MW in the state of Madhya Pradesh. RUMS is a joint venture of the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited and Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited. RUMS had tendered a total of 1,500 MW of grid-connected solar projects in 2018. However, due to impending central and state elections, the tenders were delayed. The same capacities have been reissued now.

Haryana Floats a Tender for 279 MW of Solar Projects Near Substations Under KUSUM Program

Haryana has issued an expression of interest for 279 MW of solar projects under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) program that aims to solarize India’s agricultural sector. Under the Component A of KUSUM, solar power projects of capacities between 500 kW and 2 MW were to be developed by individual farmers, cooperatives, panchayats, farmer producer organizations (FPO) on barren lands falling within a 5 km radius of the 33/11 kV substations. The Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVN) and the Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (DHBVN) has now invited substation-wise expression of interest (EoI) from developers for setting up decentralized grid-connected ground or stilt-mounted solar power projects of capacity between 500 kW and 2 MW capacities. The solar power projects will be installed within a 5 km radius of the substation and the solar power generated will be purchased by DISCOMs at a pre-fixed levelized tariff of ₹3.11 ($0.043)/kWh determined by the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC).

PGCIL to Help Madhya Pradesh Set Up Transmission System for 1.5 GW of Solar Projects

The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited (RUMSL) according to which the PGCIL will provide project management consultancy services for a transmission system to evacuate power from 1,500 MW of solar projects in Madhya Pradesh. The solar parks are located in Neemuch, Shajapur, and Agar districts, and the total estimated project cost is ₹556 million (~$7.8 million). The consultancy cost is approximately ₹444.8 million (~$6.3 million). The company will issue a tender for the request for the selection of bidders (RfS) for its solar projects soon. The agreement for providing project management consultancy services is for the internal evacuation power structure.

Hartek Solar bags 1-MW rooftop solar projects in Daman

Hartek Solar, the rooftop solar division of the Hartek Group with operations in more than 10 states, has marked its presence in the newly merged union territories of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu by bagging around 40 rooftop solar projects to the tune of 1 MW in the industrial category in Daman. Grabbing the opportunities presented by the solar policy of the recently merged UTs, that makes it mandatory for industrial units to install rooftop solar plants, Hartek Solar, which develops and provides complete rooftop solutions, right from installation of solar panels and inverters to supply, design, engineering and commissioning, has bagged these substantial orders by riding on its expertise in the rooftop solar domain and track record of keeping up high project execution standards.

UPERC Allows Noida Metro to Install 10 MW of Rooftop Solar Projects with Net Metering

The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has allowed the Noida Metro Rail Corporation Limited (NMRC) to install 10 MW of rooftop solar power projects with a net metering facility. Earlier, NMRC had filed a petition asking the Commission to relax the 1 MW ceiling and to supply electricity on a net metering basis. The petitioner had stated that it wanted to install 10 MW of rooftop solar projects at 21 metro stations, depots, and parking areas on the Noida-Greater Noida Metro Corridor. NMRC had also stated that it has a contracted load of 6 MW capacity at sector 148 and another 6 MW of contracted load at sector 83 of Noida.

500 MW Solar Tender Project of Uttar Pradesh Unsubscribed by 268 MW

The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency’s 500 MW solar tender has been undersubscribed by 268 MW. The tariff ceiling set for this tender was ₹3.25 (~$0.046)/kWh. The non-availability of adequate evacuation facilities in the Bundelkhand region where the projects are to be developed could be a reason for the lack of interest from developers. 

Adani and Azure Bag Manufacturing-Linked Solar Tender Floated by the Solar Energy Corporation of India for 7 GW

Adani Green Energy and Azure Power have won the first of its kind manufacturing-linked solar tender floated by the Solar Energy Corporation of India’s (SECI) for 7 GW of solar capacity. Adani and Azure won the bids for developing 2,000 MW of projects with 500 MW of manufacturing capacity. The winning tariff quoted by both the companies was ₹2.92 (~$0.04)/kWh. The ceiling tariff for this tender was fixed at ₹2.93 ($0.041)/kWh. The tender also elevated an option for greenshoe where the companies could opt for an additional capacity to both develop and manufacture. Adani, under the greenshoe option, has offered an additional capacity of 1,500 MW solar cell and module manufacturing and 6 GW generation. The total capacity allocated for Adani now becomes 2,000 MW of solar cell and module manufacturing and 8 GW of generation capacity.

BISOL Group Announces the Launch of a BISOL Supreme Series PV modules with 100 % Output Power Guarantee

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BISOL Group will, as the first, one and only company in the world start offering PV modules with 100 % Output Power Guarantee. The name BISOL Supreme was chosen because it allows us to relax and fully enjoy the comfort of pure luxury. BISOL Supreme is the world’s new trendsetter that will be followed by all future PV modules. Did you ever buy a car that would have guaranteed only degraded horsepower? So why would one expect it to be different for a PV module? Degradation is in the nature of every product, but why should the customer pay for it extra. For this reason, BISOL has derived its new product series to perfection! By the use of specialised equipment, materials tested till destruction, and unique state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing processes, BISOL is able to provide a 0 % effective degradation rate for its clients!

BISOL Supreme series features many unique technical advantages that comprehensively benefit the client. Compared to the best in class modules currently available on the market with a linear power guarantee, BISOL Supreme exhibits at least 11 % higher energy yield over the guarantee period, which boosts a PV plant performance and profitability to the extremes. BISOL Supreme is also PID, LID, or any other induced degradation free product, which besides improved temperature coefficients and lower NOCT (Nominal Operating Cell Temperature), further maximises its key advantages.

As Dr Uros Merc, co-founder and president of BISOL Group, emphasises:

“BISOL is all about bringing value to the market, always putting customers first. For the first time, we can see the perfect and carefree PV module. That is why we named it the Supreme. But its advantages do not end with guarantees and superior performance. Every module is equipped with individualised QR Code that shows full ID Card of the module, from I/V curves, flash data, EL images, incorporated material, personnel engaged in manufacturing processes, and importantly, personalised certificate of quality control. We have also been creative with designer packaging that shares with our customers exciting and informative content on solar and renewables in general.”

In 2020 the BISOL Supreme will have limited availability of 30 MW per BISOL client. Do not miss your opportunity to enter the new era of solar PV modules and be among the first to benefit from BISOL Supreme!

Vikram Solar the Only Indian Solar Manufacturer to Attain Solarif Insurance

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Vikram Solar is the only Indian solar manufacturer to have attained Solarif insurance certification.

The certificate was received after thorough risk-assessment tests of the production lines, financial strength, environmental and labor conditions of the company.

Only three Tier 1 companies in the world have Solarif certification.

In order to identify, minimize and or eliminate the risks of the materials used within photovoltaic installations, and consequently invest in solar to generate expected financial returns, Solarif Risk Management has developed a unique solution in the form of a panel certification program. This in-house solution helps substantially reduce the risks of operational discontinuity of solar installations through quality inspections at factory or batch level.

The quality label, being Solarif-certified, applies as a condition for the inherent defect cover to be offered against a low fixed premium rate.

The primary benefits of Solarif certification for customers are a lower insurance premium to be paid for certified panels – the premium rates will be much lower due to the inline quality inspection of the panels; protection against inherent defects in modules with coverage including €2.5-20 million and material damage and loss of income combined per event; insurance-backed warranties in case of module manufacturer insolvency – the certification protects panels up to 20 years; and performance insurance –Solarif conducts technical/quality risk assessment to assure module performance.

Ravindra Anil Vaidya, VP for global markets at Vikram Solar, said: “Receiving this certification is another step towards upholding the commitment of quality and performance that we bring to the table.

“The certification process involved rigorous tests, thus securing our client’s investment to generate expected financial returns.

“In a nutshell, this certification clearly testifies the bankability of Vikram Solar modules. Additionally, being the only Solarif-certified Indian manufacturer sets us apart from our competitors.

“With the rapid fall in solar PV prices globally, we felt that it is important for our clients to have assurance on quality and performance. This certification attests that.”

Efacec Awarded Contract to Build and Operate a Solar Power Plant in Mozambique

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Efacec was selected for the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), and operations and maintenance (O&M) of a 41 MWp solar plant, located in Metoro, north of Mozambique. With an area of about 138 hectares, this infrastructure has a production capacity of 68 GWh per year. The operation of this solar power plant is expected to start in the end of 2020.

It will be the Solar Power plant with the highest installed capacity in Mozambique to date, making it a flagship project for Efacec, that operates in Mozambique for more than 20 years, reinforcing the brand presence in the market and in the region.

The project is being developed and managed by Neoen and is jointly owned by Neoen and EDM through the company Central Solar Metoro.

The agreement includes the supply of full EPC, including the interconnection in High Voltage to the EDM’s substation and associated guarantees for the performance of solar power plant, as well as a long term contract for the O&M of the plant.

This plant contributes to the achievement of Mozambique goals for the diversification of the Energy Mix targets and decentralisation of the energy generation, with the aim to give an access to energy to 100% of the population by 2030.

The generated energy will be sold through a Power Purchase Agreement contracted with EDM.

Efacec develops solutions for solar systems, including self-consumption, hybrid systems and large-scale PV plants on a turnkey basis. Efacec positions itself as a main player in the energy sector, with about 300 MW installed worldwide and 133 MW under O&M.

Cash Flow to Scatec Solar’s Equity Increased To NOK 794 Million in 2019

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Scatec Solar delivered continued strong growth in fourth quarter 2019 with proportionate revenues of NOK 1,642 million (1,666), and EBITDA of NOK 434 million (329). Power production reached 298 GWh on proportionate basis, up almost threefold from the same period last year, adding to existing predictable and long-term cash flows.

The revenues were in line with the same quarter last year, while EBITDA increased by 32% in the same period. The increase in EBITDA is mainly driven by new solar plants starting commercial operations over the last few quarters, resulting in significantly higher contributions from the Power Production segment of NOK 309 million (139).  

“In fourth quarter, the high activity continued, including winning our first solar projects in Tunisia of 360 MW and completing our largest project ever, the 390 MW Benban project in Egypt. In 2019, we doubled installed capacity to 1.2 GW and expanded the project pipeline and backlog to 5.8 GW. Our ability to delivery consistently over time combined with a positive market outlook, further strengthens Scatec Solar’s position as a leading player in emerging markets”, says Raymond Carlsen, CEO of Scatec Solar

Scatec Solar’s fourth quarter consolidated revenues reached NOK 568 million (344), and EBITDA was NOK 436 million (257).

For the full year 2019, Scatec Solar’s proportionate revenues and EBITDA reached its highest ever at NOK 6.3 billion (4.7) and NOK 1,571 million (961) respectively. Cash flow to Scatec Solar’s equity across all business segments increased to NOK 794 million in 2019, compared to NOK 481 million in 2018.

The Board of Directors has proposed 2019 dividends of NOK 1.05 per share – to be approved by the Annual General Meeting to be held 28 April 2020.

The Newest Versions of Archelios Pro and Archelios Calc Photovoltaic Software Solutions

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Trace Software International announces the release of the latest versions of its photovoltaic software solutions Archelios Pro and Archelios Calc. The company boasts impressive expertise in the manufacturing of advanced and high- standards software solutions for the building and energy industries.

Trace Software International announces the release of the latest versions of its photovoltaic software solutions archelios Pro and archelios Calc. The company boasts impressive expertise in the manufacturing of advanced and high- standards software solutions for the building and energy industries.

Archelios Pro and archelios Calc belong to the archelios Suite, a comprehensive software solution that offers a unique approach. Thanks to its advanced computational technology, archelios™ Suite adds value to the life-cycle of any PV project: feasibility and profitability study, simulation, calculation of producible energy, complete electrical sizing, operation, and monitoring.

The software is an efficient tool for any type of PV project.

It is composed by:

· archelios Pro: feasibility, design, and sizing.
· archelios Calc: calculation, audits, and compliance.
· archelios O&M: PVBIM, supervision, and maintenance.

Archelios Pro:

Archelios Pro is a powerful, innovative and easy-to-use software for feasibility and bankability study, simulation, 3D design and sizing of any photovoltaic project.

In this latest version, the software has been enhanced with automated features that simplify the design and upsizing processes, improve the dimensioning accuracy and reduce the risk of errors associated with double value entry. Amongst the most relevant:

– Export of cable lengths to archelios Calc.
– Simplified database with direct access to components. It is no longer necessary to open a project.
– Fast creation of MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) in inverters. Only one value creation for a set of inverters is required.
– Possibility to import directly .ond files to inform the inverters without re-entering data.
– Simplification of the wiring of inverters, junction boxes, and cable trays.
– Quick modification of module references from SketchUp without the need to recalculate. The new values are directly taken into account.

With regards to self-consumption installations, it is now possible to adapt a project to the actual annual consumption based on invoicing data. The consumption profile is accurate, and the user no longer needs to adjust it. This is also a new feature for the self-production installations with automatic peak power sizing. In addition, archelios™ Pro directly forecasts the number of modules to be installed for an expected production.

Archelios Calc:

Archelios Calc is a comprehensive software for the calculation, sizing and verification of photovoltaic systems connected to the public network. The software also allows the sizing of a photovoltaic system for solar energy self-consumption.

First of all, the latest release permits the import of cable lengths from any of the archelios Pro project. By completing the existing import of inverter, tracker and generator equipment with cable parameters, the installation structure is more accurate and can be completed quickly.

In addition, during the design phase of the structure, the user can now benefit from a multiple cable selection functionality for the assignment of manufacturer references. Even if the basic characteristics are varied (Voc, Tk Voc, Tmax, number of modules in a chain), multiple selections are possible. The project is completed more quickly and the risk of error due to repeated entries is considerably reduced.

The user interface has also been improved to allow better visual identification and more customization possibilities.

Amongst the new features:

– Automatic generation of the calculation note in PDF format.
– Edition of PDF documents in 4 languages.
– Simplified insertion of logos, the addition of a title.
– Saving project settings.
– More modern and intuitive design for editing the calculation note.

The District 40 Mall and FESCO Energy Enter into an Exclusive Agreement to Develop a Microgrid Using Resilient and Sustainable Energy Systems

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FESCO Energy (FESCO®) and District 40 (formally Frederick Towne Center Mall located on the Golden Mile) have entered into an exclusive agreement to develop a microgrid enabled resilient, renewable, sustainable energy project that includes 3MW +/ of solar power generation, 6MWH of battery storage and microgrid controls. The project will increase the operational capabilities of the entire 64 acre retail location. District 40 is located in the fastest growing county in Maryland, and will be a destination location that includes retail, restaurants, sports venues and entertainment retailers. As the Malls energy and resiliency partner, FESCO is integrating a hybrid “district energy” approach and structured financing into the redevelopment of District 40 that requires zero capital from the mall.

The project is in the engineering phase through April 2020 and our goal is to develop a project that not only dramatically decreases the carbon footprint, increases the use of renewable energy, stores renewable energy in environmentally friendly battery systems and also ultimately will be able to completely power the entirety of the property should conditions require it. Upon completion of a short due diligence phase, FESCO’s investment in the project is an estimated $20 million and will take approximately 14 months to reach commercial operation.

The foundation of this project includes FESCO’s five energy pillars that represent the future of energy projects: renewable energy, energy storage, microgrid islanding capabilities, energy efficiency and zero capital investment from property owners. The property and its tenants will have access to carbon free solar power and the ability to operate independent of the power grid should the conditions require it; without any expense or risk of operation. I am excited about what this means for District 40 and for the County of Frederick Maryland. I am personally committed to expanding clean, sustainable and resilient power for businesses in Frederick to enhance the competitiveness of businesses and reduce their carbon contribution said John Dukes, President and Founder of FESCO Energy.

FESCO Energy’s approach does more for your bottom line:

  • Requires zero capital. All expenses are paid by FESCO. This reduces customers debt and improves NOI
  • Off balance sheet contracting
  • Significantly reduces electricity price volatility
  • Improves ability to operate under any conditions
  • Allows facilities to operate in island mode completely independent of the power grid
  • Enhanced reliability from possible grid outages or lengthy in service dates
  • Reduce operating costs
  • Systems meet all EPA and state requirements

Galp Becomes Largest Iberian Solar Power Player, To Have 2.9 GW By 2023

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Galp agreed with the ACS Group to acquire, develop and build solar photovoltaic projects in Spain. Transaction provides access to an installed capacity of 2.9 GW by 2023 .Acquisition accelerates renewables investment strategy, promoting the energy transition.

Galp reached an agreement with the ACS Group for the acquisition of projects for the generation of photovoltaic energy in Spain, thus becoming the main solar power producer in the Iberian Peninsula.

Assets include photovoltaic power plants under operation with an installed capacity of 900 MW. It also comprises projects under way or in the licensing stage to bring the total installed generating capacity to 2.9 GW by 2023, enough to supply the average consumption of 1.8 million households. They will also contribute to avoid the emission of an equivalent 87 million tons of CO2.

“This is a major step in our commitment to move towards a low-carbon economy. This transaction underpins Galp’s standing as an integrated energy company, bolstering a competitive portfolio of renewables and new businesses as set forth in our strategic guidelines” highlights Carlos Gomes da Silva, Galp’s CEO. 

The transaction, which includes the acquisition, development and construction of the projects, has a total value of €2.2 billion by 2023. Galp aims to finance the additional developments in the 2020-23 period through project finance and will look for possible partnership opportunities in the renewables sector.

The deal should be closed in the second quarter of 2020, subject to certain usual conditions. At that time, Galp is expected to make a payment of €450 million and to assume liabilities amounting to €430 million from the project finance for solar plants under operation.

“This acquisition allows the integration and development in partnership with a worldwide leader in project implementation of a state-of-the-art solar power portfolio that will speed-up our growth in the renewables sector and new business models,” said Susana Quintana-Plaza, Galp’s board member in charge of this business unit.

The transaction is in line with Galp’s strategic goal to allocate about 40% of its investment to business opportunities related to the energy transition. The company’s average annual net investment by 2022 remains within the committed range of between €1.0 billion and €1.2 billion per year.

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