New platform to deploy 120 MW of renewables in Africa
African microgrid company PowerGen Renewable Energy is partnering with a team of international investors to deploy 120 MW of off-grid
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Demand drives up some European electricity prices
A rise in electricity demand led to an increase in electricity prices across some European markets last week, while a
Patrick Jowett
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Africa adds 2.5 GW of solar in 2024
The African Solar Industry Association (AFSIA) says utility-scale projects dominated Africa’s new solar additions in 2024, with storage installations surging
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Solar accounts for 11.9% of Belgium’s 2024 electricity mix
Belgian electricity system operator Elia says solar was the leading source of renewable energy in Belgium’s electricity mix in 2024.
Patrick Jowett
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Romania’s Electrica launches solar tenders
Romanian utility Electrica Group has launched two solar tenders, including a 62.5 MW project open for applications until Jan. 31
Patrick Jowett
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Sierra Leone adopts financing model for private minigrid developers
Sierra Leone’s government is working with the European Union to launch a results-based financing mechanism, offering grants to private developers
Patrick Jowett
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Hungary approves measures for solar on apartment buildings
Hungary has decided to allow apartment owners to jointly install solar panels and will only permit solar plants equipped with
Patrick Jowett
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Moldova records 344 MW of solar capacity up to September 2024
Moldova expanded its solar capacity to 344 MW by September 2024, up from 185 MW in 2023, according to the
Patrick Jowett
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Somalia opens tender for hybrid solar project
A tender is open for the design, supply and installation of 10 MW of solar alongside 20 MWh of battery
Patrick Jowett
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Christmas electricity prices surpass €100/MWh in Europe
AleaSoft Energy Forecasting says weekly average electricity prices exceeded €100 ($104.10)/MWh across most major European markets last week, largely driven
