Source: Wood McKenzie December 2023 China is the world’s solar module powerhouse. Its domestic solar capacity additions this year will be more than double those of the US and EU combined, while its phenomenal cost advantage means it commands more than 80% of…
The dangers of climate change to Thailand
Source: Bangkok Post Extract of article posted by: Bernd Lange is Member of the European Parliament and Chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on International Trade, Thailand, a nation alive with vibrant democracy and rapid development, leaves an unforgettable impression on all who…
Chinese solar industry supercharged
Solar panels are seen at a power plant co-owned by Longi Green Energy Technology Co and China Three Gorges Corp at Tongchuan in Shaanxi province of China. (Photo: Bloomberg) Source: Bangkok Post China installed more solar panels in 2023 than any other country…
Grant guidelines published for $200 million community battery scheme
The Australian government is taking the next steps to roll out 400 batteries in neighbourhoods across the country as part of the $200 million (USD 134 million) Community Batteries for Household Solar program. The federal government has announced the grant guidelines for the…
European Commission reduces approval time for renewables to 9 months
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have amended a European Commission proposal on approval times for new renewables projects. Approvals will be shortened from 12 months to nine for projects in so-called “renewable acceleration areas.” The European Parliament has approved a draft law…
Tokyo introduces mandatory PV requirements for new buildings, homes
The Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly has approved new provisions to make solar installations mandatory for new homes. The rules apply to homes with total rooftop areas of more than 20 square meters, and to buildings with rooftops smaller than 2,000 square meters. The Tokyo…