Record solar panel imports in Africa: a lifeline for a continent where 600 million people lack electricity
Half of Africa's population still lacks access to electricity, but record growth in solar panel imports could signal a turning point.
Global solar installations soar 64% in the first half of 2025
The world’s total capacity of solar power plants has increased by 380 MW in the first half of 2025, according to Ember
Romanian prosumers propose measures to cut electricity bills by up to 60%
The Association of Energy Prosumers and Communities has urged the government to implement five measures that could swiftly reduce electricity bills.
Croatia pauses applications for residential solar subsidies
In just over two months, around 4,100 project applications have been received and are currently being processed.
First feed-in tariff auction in Federation of BiH draws strong interest
The Operator for Renewable Energy Sources and Efficient Cogeneration has launched a survey to assess interest among potential auction participants.
German startup Voltfang turning used EV batteries into energy storage for solar, wind
Voltfang says the facility is the largest of its kind in Europe, with annual output set to reach 250 MWh in 2026.
Turkish firm Astor Enerji to install 2 GWh of battery capacity at its solar projects in Romania
Swiss energy storage provider Energy Vault will supply 2 GWh of battery storage capacity for Astor Enerji's solar power projects in Romania.
Deanovec PV project near Zagreb conditionally passes environmental assessment
No environmental impact assessment or assessment of acceptability for the network of protected areas is required for the 65.7 MW Deanovec solar power project in Croatia.