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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela is left without electrical margin: The most aggressive thermal phenomenon of the year has begun

Venezuela faces electricity shortages as President Delcy Rodrรญguez urges citizens to reduce consumption amid the onset of extreme solar heating.

Mar 22 โ€ข 03:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

We Tested the Best Portable Solar Panels on the Market

The article reviews the top portable solar panels available, emphasizing their practicality for charging devices in various outdoor situations and during power outages.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Power bills forecast to drop amid greater take-up of solar, home batteries

Power bills in New South Wales, south-east Queensland, and South Australia are projected to decrease due to increased adoption of solar energy and home batteries, according to the Australian Energy Regulator's draft market offer.

Mar 19 โ€ข 20:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Court voids the construction permit of the solar power project based on wind power decision - solar power company to take the matter forward

Neoen Renewables Finland is appealing to the Supreme Administrative Court after a court decision revoked a construction permit for a solar power project in Orimattila.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How many AC fans can run on a 3-kilowatt solar plant?

The article discusses the benefits and power production capabilities of a 3-kilowatt solar plant in India, emphasizing its cost savings and sustainability for household energy needs.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China to help Cuba with solar energy amid US oil blockade and total power outage

China is set to bolster its support for Cuba by implementing solar energy projects during an energy crisis that has left millions without power.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

"Luna Ring", the project to provide energy to Earth

An ambitious project proposes to use the Moon as a giant solar power plant to supply clean energy to Earth through a system of solar panels encircling it.

Mar 16 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Renewable Energy is No Longer the Future, but the Everyday Business

The report highlights a significant increase in photovoltaic project capacity in Poland, indicating a shift towards larger solar energy projects.

Mar 15 โ€ข 18:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

What's in the free daytime power plan as global tensions rattle energy markets

Australia plans to implement a program offering free daytime electricity to some residents, aimed at optimizing solar energy use and supporting households amid rising global energy market tensions.

Mar 14 โ€ข 03:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

At the Port of Volos, Th. Kontogeorgis โ€“ What Was on the Agenda

Greek Deputy Minister Th. Kontogeorgis visited the Port of Volos, where he met with local officials and discussed new solar power installations.

Mar 13 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Industrial Electricity Rates to be Revamped: Cheaper During Day, More Expensive at Night to Align with Solar Power Supply Capacity

South Korea's Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment has announced a reform of industrial electricity rates to lower prices during the day and increase them at night, encouraging energy consumption during solar generation hours.

Mar 13 โ€ข 10:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gavi, UNICEF hand over 371 solar-powered PHCs to FG

Gavi and UNICEF have officially transferred a solar-powered health project to Nigeria's Federal Government, enhancing primary healthcare services in off-grid areas.

Mar 13 โ€ข 02:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Chemical Industry Wants More Nuclear Power in Finland - Warns About Soaring Prices

The Finnish Chemical Industry Federation advocates for increased nuclear power to ensure energy availability and stabilize electricity prices amid fluctuating wind and solar power production.

Mar 12 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Abstain from Nuclear Power for Safety Reasons

A letter argues against nuclear power in favor of harnessing solar energy, emphasizing safety concerns amidst ongoing debates about uranium mining and nuclear plant expansion in Sweden.

Mar 11 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Eskom Plans to Sell Spare Daytime Power to Bitcoin Miners

Eskom intends to sell surplus daytime electricity generated from solar power to Bitcoin miners in an effort to reduce costs.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Overloading and Regulation: Bavaria Cannot Feed Large Amounts of Eco-Power into Grids

Bavaria is losing increasing amounts of green electricity due to grid limitations, forcing the curtailment of solar energy production despite high generation levels.

Mar 11 โ€ข 04:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

TTS Energia wins auction to build solar power plant in MG

TTS Energia has secured a contract to construct a 5 MW solar power plant in Jequitibรก, Minas Gerais, Brazil, with an investment of R$ 8.7 million.

Mar 10 โ€ข 21:11 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: South Africa's Power Utility Eskom Tried to Block a Gold Mine From Going Solar - but Lost in Court

Eskom, South Africa's state-owned power utility, failed in its legal attempt to prevent Sibanye Stillwater from building a solar power facility for one of its mines, highlighting the ongoing challenges of transitioning to renewable energy in a coal-dependent economy.

Mar 9 โ€ข 04:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Charging Cars with Solar Power: "An Enormous Market"

New French regulations will require larger parking lots to be equipped with solar panels and electric vehicle charging stations starting this summer, impacting companies like Sweden's Smartports.

Mar 8 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Solar and wind power to increase security and reduce costs

Italy's energy transition is aiming for 50% renewable energy production by 2025, which will enhance energy independence and stabilize costs for consumers and businesses.

Mar 7 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Employee finds hidden microcamera in company bathroom in Santa Catarina

A microcamera was discovered concealed within a power outlet in the bathroom of SS Solar Energia in Iรงara, Brazil, prompting police action and an investigation into unauthorized surveillance.

Mar 6 โ€ข 17:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Electricity Production: Almost 60 Percent of Electricity from Renewable Sources

In Germany, renewable sources constituted 58.6% of electricity supplied to the grid in 2025, with a record year for solar energy despite a slight overall decrease in their share of total production.

Mar 6 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Solar energy is set to power schools and theaters, but Brno is now facing a solar embarrassment

Brno's ambitious plans to utilize solar energy for public institutions hit a setback due to technical difficulties in implementation.

Mar 5 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Merito Partners and Saules Energy Will Invest 25 Million Euros in Battery Systems by Solar Parks

Merito Partners and Saules Energy are investing 25 million euros in battery systems for eight solar power plants in Latvia, which will enhance energy independence and sustainability.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

WA's largest dairy takes power into its own hands with solar investment

WA's largest dairy is transitioning to a solar-powered system to mitigate high energy costs and improve sustainability.

Mar 4 โ€ข 22:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Solar mini-grids transform electricity access in Niger

A solar mini-grid initiative has successfully provided 24-hour electricity to 180 communities in Niger State, addressing long-standing power outages.

Mar 4 โ€ข 01:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

180 Niger communities receive 24-hour solar power, Discos praise government

Over 180 communities in Niger State, Nigeria, previously without adequate electricity for over a decade, are now benefiting from 24-hour solar power through a government initiative.

Mar 3 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

โ€˜Change typhoon intensity and pathโ€™: China team mulls hitting cyclones with space beam

Chinese scientists propose using a space-based solar power project to potentially alter typhoon intensities and paths, while also providing energy to satellites and other facilities.

Mar 3 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Bago urges Nigerians to ignore AEDC, get solar power

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago encourages residents to adopt solar energy solutions to combat ongoing electricity blackouts and addresses related issues such as water shortages and insecurity.

Mar 3 โ€ข 01:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The First Energy Communities are Being Established in Latvia

Local entrepreneur Aivars Zelฤs has initiated an energy community sharing excess electricity generated from solar panels with neighbors.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Huawei and Aggreko promise to develop Brazil's largest battery project in the Amazon

Huawei and Aggreko have partnered to install solar power plants with batteries in the Amazon, aiming to reduce polluting thermoelectric power generation in remote areas of Brazil.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

It is the size of New York and is in China, this is the largest solar power park in the world

China has inaugurated the world's largest solar power park in Xinjiang, covering an area comparable to New York and capable of powering millions of homes annually.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Energy Transition: District of Dachau Could Produce More Solar Power

The Dachau district's environmental and traffic committee is exploring potential photovoltaic projects on public land and buildings to increase solar energy production.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

TEPCO Implements Renewable Energy 'Output Control' for the First Time Due to Increased Solar Power Generation in Good Weather

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has conducted its first 'output control' of renewable energy, limiting solar and wind generation due to an excess supply caused by good weather conditions.

Mar 1 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

REA plans 500 power projects in N170bn 2026 budget

The Rural Electrification Agency of Nigeria plans over 500 electrification projects in its 2026 budget totaling N170 billion to enhance power supply to rural areas.

Feb 27 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

A solar plant inaugurated in Santarรฉm will meet 60% of the energy demand of the TRE of Parรก

A new solar power plant in Santarรฉm is expected to supply 60% of the energy needs of the Electoral Regional Court of Parรก.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Plans of the Ministry of Economics: Rich will cut funding for small PV systems

The German Federal Ministry of Economics plans to eliminate subsidies for new small solar power systems, according to a draft bill.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Solar Power on School Rooftops...77% of Public Elementary and Secondary Schools to be Installed by 2030

The South Korean Ministry of Education aims to install solar power systems in 77% of public elementary, middle, and high schools by 2030 as part of the 'Sunshine School' project.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

TotalEnergies to inaugurate 5MW solar plant at OML 58

TotalEnergies plans to inaugurate a 5MW solar plant at OML 58 to power the Ubeta Gas Project and reduce emissions as part of its energy expansion strategy in Nigeria.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

METLEN undertakes a new 198 MW hybrid project in the United Kingdom

METLEN is launching a 198 MW hybrid energy project in the UK, combining solar power and battery storage to enhance energy stability and security.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

โ€˜kWp 1โ€™ has invested 14 million euros in the creation of two hybrid solar and battery parks in the Ogres and Limbaลพi municipalities

The company โ€˜kWp 1โ€™ has invested 14 million euros to establish two hybrid solar power and battery storage parks in Latvia, which will supply power for up to 24 hours to local households and businesses.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Energy transition without natural gas: vision of the future or leap into the void?

Ecuador grapples with the feasibility of a real energy transition without natural gas, questioning if renewable energy sources alone can meet the country's needs.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Where does Czechia get its electricity? Nuclear power has reached a milestone, solar energy has caught up in capacity

This article discusses how nuclear power in Czechia has reached a significant milestone in electricity generation, with solar energy now matching its output.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Reports About Misconduct by Some Solar Power Plant Owners: 'Causing Losses'

A Lithuanian lawmaker highlights concerns about some solar power users abusing guaranteed electricity supply, which is meant for temporary situations when consumers have not chosen an independent provider.

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

More Irap on the energy sector. Solar, revolution incentives

New measures have been introduced regarding incentives for photovoltaic plants aiming to alleviate system charges and manage resource allocation in the energy sector.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Farmers will be able to sell solar power directly! PowerXchange app launched

The PowerXchange app, launched during the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, allows farmers to engage in peer-to-peer solar energy trading, offering them new revenue opportunities.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Obi Criticizes Tinubu Over Plan to Remove Aso Rock from Grid and Switch to Solar

Labour Party's Peter Obi criticizes President Tinubu for poorly managing Nigeria's power sector and abandoning the National Grid.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Mandatory Planning for Solar Power Threatens Over One Hundred Projects in Finland โ€“ Hausjรคrvi Still Expects Millions in Revenue

A proposed law in Finland may stall over one hundred planned solar power projects due to new mandatory planning requirements for facilities larger than 50 hectares.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Is the waste of energy the fault of renewables?

The article discusses Brazil's rapid adoption of solar and wind energy, highlighting the challenges associated with integrating these sources into a historically hydroelectric-dominated power system.

Feb 16 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The 10 Most Important Solar Power Plants Lighting Millions of Homes in Arab Countries

The article discusses the significance of solar energy in providing electricity to millions of people in Arab countries, highlighting its role in reducing emissions and improving living conditions.

Feb 15 โ€ข 06:00 UTC

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