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Recently, multiple photovoltaic (PV) projects have commenced construction, totaling 7.5GW. Details are as follows: 5.2GW PV Project Commences Construction on World's Largest PV-Storage Project   On October 23, a groundbreaking ceremony was held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, for the world's largest integrated PV-storage project, in which Chinese companies are involved.   Located in Abu Dhabi, the project is jointly developed by Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company. It includes a 5.2GW PV power plant and a 19GWh battery storage system, making it the world's largest and most technologically advanced project of its kind. The entire project is divided into north and south blocks. China Power Construction Corporation (China Power Construction) is responsible for the northern block, including 2.1GW of PV and 7.6GWh of energy storage. The southern block is being constructed by another international company. The project is expected to be operational in 2027, with a total investment exceeding 22 billion dirhams. It is projected to create over 10,000 jobs and reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 5.7 million tons annually.   The project, according to reports, will achieve stable output of clean energy through advanced "virtual power plant" models, grid-connection and self-starting technologies, artificial intelligence prediction systems, and intelligent power distribution networks. As a flagship project integrating digital twins, virtual power plants, and advanced intelligent control systems, it not only sets a new benchmark for global renewable energy development but also lays a solid foundation for the UAE to build a stable, low-carbon, and sustainable energy future.     Saudi Arabia's 2GW Photovoltaic Project Commences Construction On October 28th local time, the substation construction of the Furis 2GW photovoltaic power plant project in Saudi Arabia, jointly undertaken by China Energy Engineering Corporation's International Engineering Company, Guangdong Thermal Power, and Northwest Institute, officially commenced, marking the project's entry into the construction phase.   Located in the northeastern part of Jeddah, Mecca Province, western Saudi Arabia, the project is an important component of Saudi Arabia's "Vision 2030" new energy plan. The project's construction includes design, procurement, manufacturing, installation, construction, and commissioning. Upon completion, the project will effectively optimize the local energy structure, promote green and low-carbon development, and add new impetus to the high-quality construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative.   This project marks another large-scale photovoltaic (PV) project undertaken by China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) in Saudi Arabia, following the 2.6 GW Al-Shubah PV project and the 2 GW Haddon PV power station project. It represents a significant milestone in CEEC's expansion into the Saudi market and is anoth...

The average price of a solar power purchase agreement (PPA) in Europe in the third quarter of 2025 fell to €34.25/MWh (US$40.05).   This is according to the latest report from analyst LevelTen Energy, and reflects a decline of 3% between the second and third quarters of this year. Average European solar PPA prices have now fallen 19.4% compared with the third quarter of 2024.   Average solar PPA prices remain lower than those for other technologies—the average wind PPA price sat at €52.75/MWh in the third quarter, a 1.4% quarter-on-quarter increase, while blended PPA prices fell 1$% to €35.55—and fell at a faster rate over the last 12 months than either wind or hybrid deals.   LevelTen concludes that “the increase in solar price cannibalisation” in several European countries is decreasing the perceived value of standalone solar assets, while making investors more likely to support projects co-located with battery energy storage systems (BESS).   Andrés Acosta, director of innovation in Europe at LevelTen, told as much last quarter, when the same trend emerged. In its third quarter report, the company notes that there has been a “surge” in hybrid PPA deals in Europe, combining both solar and wind with BESS, suggesting that investors are more interested in the presence of storage components, rather than the type of renewable electricity generation, when making investment decisions.   Iberian blackout and data centre demands drive changes The report also highlights considerable regional and national variety across the European solar PPA space, with the average cost of a solar PPA signed in the third quarter ranging from €120.00/MWh in Ireland to €33.46/MWh in Portugal.   The average price of a solar PPA signed in Portugal fell -€2.16/MWh between the second and third quarters of this year—equivalent to a 6.1% decline—surpassing Spain, which had the cheapest solar PPAs in Europe last quarter.   Both countries have seen among the greatest percentage changes in average solar PPA price over the last 12 months. Between the third quarter of 2024 and the third quarter of 2025, the average solar PPA price signed in Spain fell 14.1%, while the average price in Portugal fell 16.3%, the third- and fourth-highest rates of decline across Europe, respectively. This reflects growing uncertainty in both markets following the blackout that rocked both countries’ grids in April this year, for which over-voltage has been pinpointed as the primary cause.   The graph above shows average solar PPA prices and quarter-on-quarter changes for 11 European countries. The LevelTen report notes that, while several countries have seen quarter-on-quarter and even year-on-year price declines, the growth of data centres in a number of European countries has helped drive up demand and prices for clean power.   The report points to Ireland, which has t...

Australia’s solar-plus-storage sector gained momentum at the end of last week with two project approvals advancing across New South Wales and Queensland, representing a combined 725MW of renewable energy capacity.   The New South Wales (NSW) Independent Planning Commission has granted approval for Ark Energy’s 435MW Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage project, while Global Power Generation advances its 290MW Fraser Coast development through Queensland’s environmental approval process.   Both projects feature substantial battery energy storage components designed to provide extended grid services beyond traditional solar generation, with the Richmond Valley facility incorporating an 8-hour duration battery system.   Ark Energy secures NSW approval for 435MW Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage site The NSW Independent Planning Commission has granted approval for Ark Energy’s 435MW Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage project in Australia.   The project, located near Rappville in the Northern Rivers region, comprises a 435MW solar PV power plant paired with a 475MW/3,148MWh battery energy storage system (BESS).   The battery component provides 8-hours of storage duration, enabling solar energy dispatch during evening peak demand periods and grid stabilisation services. The facility will occupy 803 hectares of a 1,475-hectare site, approximately 7km east of Rappville, which has a strong history as a timber and beef town.   In March 2025, Ark Energy signed a supply agreement with Seoul-headquartered Hanwha Energy for the BESS technology. The company confirmed it will use lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology for the BESS.   The company also executed an Early Contractor Involvement agreement with Elecnor Australia in September 2025 to undertake preliminary engineering and design work. The scope includes site studies, detailed engineering design for the solar PV power plant, and balance of plant design for the battery system, with completion expected by Q2 2026.   The project’s 730,000 bifacial solar modules will feature single-axis tracking technology to maximise energy generation throughout the day. The co-located battery system will provide grid services across the National Electricity Market (NEM), including frequency regulation and peak demand management.   Ark Energy received the planning approval last week (16 October) following inclusion of the project in the Federal government’s inaugural Renewable Energy Priority List in March 2025. The Priority List aims to streamline regulatory approvals for significant renewable energy developments and included over 6GW of energy storage.   This article first appeared on Energy-Storage.news as the item ‘Ark Energy bags state approval for 3.1GWh Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage site in Australia’.   GPG advances 290MW Fraser Coast solar-plus-storage project in Queensland In other news, Global Power Generati...

Quito, Ecuador – Global renewable energy solutions provider SUNDTA is set to make a significant impact at the upcoming ECUADOR ELECTRICITY - RENEWABLE ENERGIES 2025 exhibition. The event will be held from November 12th to 14th, 2025, at the Parque Bicentenario, Av. Amazonas, y, Quito 170104, Ecuador. SUNDTA invites all attendees to visit Booth #108 to explore its cutting-edge products designed to drive the future of clean energy in Ecuador and beyond.   The exhibition will serve as a platform for SUNDTA to unveil its latest innovations, with a particular focus on high-efficiency solar generation and advanced energy storage. A key highlight will be the company's new vertical lithium-ion batteries. Unlike traditional rack-mounted systems, this pioneering design offers a space-saving footprint, making it an ideal solution for both residential and commercial settings where floor space is at a premium. The vertical configuration not only enhances aesthetic appeal for seamless integration into built environments but also promotes superior thermal management, leading to improved battery longevity, enhanced safety, and more stable performance throughout its lifecycle.   Complementing its storage solutions, SUNDTA will be presenting its top-tier 670W N-type solar panels. These panels represent the forefront of photovoltaic technology. Utilizing N-type TOPCon cells, they achieve a higher conversion efficiency compared to conventional P-type panels. This translates to significantly greater power output per square meter, maximizing energy yield—a critical factor for projects with limited roof or land area. Furthermore, N-type technology is renowned for its lower degradation rate and better performance in high-temperature and low-light conditions, ensuring reliable electricity generation and a higher return on investment over the long term.   Beyond these flagship products, SUNDTA will also highlight its expertise in delivering customized energy storage systems. The company’s engineering team will be on hand to discuss tailored solutions that seamlessly integrate their high-performance batteries and solar panels, creating optimized systems for a wide range of applications, from residential self-consumption to large-scale industrial and utility projects.   "We are thrilled to participate in ECUADOR ELECTRICITY 2025 and contribute to the nation's growing renewable energy landscape," said a spokesperson for SUNDTA. "Our latest vertical batteries and high-power N-type panels are engineered to address the specific needs of the market, offering unparalleled efficiency, reliability, and value. We look forward to connecting with partners, clients, and industry peers at booth #108 to discuss how we can power a sustainable future together."   Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the future of clean energy. Visit SUNDTA at Booth #108 from November 12-14, 2025, to see these groundbreaking technologies in person.

Recently, under the meticulous coordination of the Beijing and Guangzhou Power Exchanges, the Inner Mongolia Power Exchange Company completed a cross-grid renewable energy transaction between the Inner Mongolia and Hainan power grids. From October 3rd to 9th, a total of 8.335 million kWh of electricity was traded, establishing for the first time a "highway" for power transmission from the northern border energy base to the southernmost special economic zone.   This transaction leveraged the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region's abundant wind and solar resources and, leveraging the remaining space in inter-regional transmission corridors, delivered electricity to Hainan over a distance of nearly 3,000 kilometers, precisely matching the clean energy needs of the recipients and achieving coordinated resource allocation among the three networks. This transaction demonstrates the enormous potential for cross-regional energy complementarity and coordinated development, and marks another milestone in my country's exploration of optimizing power resource allocation through the market.   Moving forward, the Inner Mongolia Power Exchange Company will continue to deepen cooperation and exchanges with the Beijing and Guangzhou Power Exchanges, continuously improve the cross-regional green electricity trading mechanism, expand the variety and scale of transactions, consolidate the market foundation of the autonomous region, a key national energy and strategic resource base, and continuously contribute "Inner Mongolian power" to the development of a unified national power market and the transition to a green and low-carbon energy system.

Energy storage cells are surprisingly in short supply these days. Not long ago, a friend in the industry complained to me that energy storage cells are incredibly hard to come by. Many customers are no longer asking about price, but rather about lead times and availability. Some manufacturers are even willing to pay a premium to secure supplies, yet they still face a shortage. This demonstrates that the current supply and demand in the energy storage cell market has become extremely tight. According to sources familiar with the matter, factory production lines are currently operating at full capacity, with orders backlogged through 2026. Customer shortages have become a common occurrence. Some manufacturers have even directly told buyers that they will likely have no stock until the end of the year.   Why are energy storage cells suddenly so scarce? In fact, the energy storage cell market has been experiencing explosive growth in recent years. By the first half of 2025, China had added 23.03GW/56.12GWh of new energy storage capacity, representing a 68% year-on-year increase in both power and energy capacity. Global energy storage battery cell shipments reached 240.21GWh, a year-on-year increase of 106.1%. This year's overseas market has shown strong growth. In the first half of 2025, Chinese companies secured nearly 200 new overseas energy storage orders and collaborations, totaling over 160GWh, a year-on-year increase of over 200%. On September 25, energy storage battery cell manufacturer Ruipu Lanjun announced that it had signed a 2026 supply agreement in the United States with Energy Vault Holdings, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Energy Vault"), a global leader in grid-scale energy storage solutions. Under the agreement, Ruipu Lanjun will supply 3GWh of energy storage systems to Energy Vault in 2026, and the two parties will further deepen their cooperation in the Australian, US, and European markets. Energy Vault is reportedly a long-term overseas client of Ruipu Lanjun, having already supplied it with over 1.5GWh of energy. In May, BYD Energy Storage signed an energy storage contract with Grenergy, a globally renowned renewable energy company, to supply 3.5GWh of energy storage systems for the sixth phase of Grenergy's Atacama Oasis project in northern Chile. BYD Energy Storage had previously supplied 3GWh of energy storage systems for the first three phases of the project, bringing the total supply between the two parties to 6.5GWh.   This agreement, reportedly the largest energy storage supply agreement in Latin America, involves BYD Energy Storage providing 624 MC Cube-T BESSs to Grenergy for the Elena solar-plus-storage power station. The Elena solar-plus-storage power station is a key component of the Atacama Oasis project, boasting 446MW of photovoltaic capacity and 3.5GWh of energy storage.   Earlier this year, at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), Masdar, the UAE's international renewable energy company, announce...

A study conducted by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) and commissioned by the trade body SolarPower Europe (SPE) concludes that the EU's target of 30 GW of annual solar panel manufacturing is technically and economically feasible. To achieve this goal, the EU and its member states need to "act quickly" and support it with a favorable policy and investment environment. The study highlights two key points in this regard: first, the establishment of an EU-level, output-based support program specifically for the solar manufacturing industry; and second, the effective implementation of the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) policy package across all 27 member states, including, where possible, a "Made in EU" credit. The study notes that without these proposed interventions, the EU solar manufacturing industry will struggle to compete in the global market, "and the sector risks losing its remaining industrial and technological capabilities. Since scaling up production plants typically takes two to three years, the window for creating the necessary conditions for investors to establish plants in the EU by 2030 is limited." Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of Solar Europe, said: "This new report highlights that with the right policies, Europe can achieve 30 GW of solar manufacturing capacity by 2030, creating thousands of local jobs and building a resilient, innovative solar supply chain that keeps economic value at home. To achieve the 2030 target, the EU and its member states must act quickly. Without intervention, Europe risks losing its remaining industrial and technological capabilities in the solar sector."   The study notes that Europe currently has less than 10 GW of annual manufacturing capacity for wafers, cells, and modules, while China supplies between 81% and 93% of all photovoltaic modules across the entire PV supply chain to Europe.   However, if announced or planned capacity by 2030 is included, this figure is much higher, as shown in the figure below. Even so, the EU still lags behind other regions in module production capacity, particularly the United States, India, and Southeast Asia. The study's analysis is based on three scenarios that meet the resilience criteria of the EU's Net Zero Industry Directive (which came into effect last year and aims to boost domestic renewable energy manufacturing). The first scenario involves establishing a fully vertically integrated supply chain in the EU (from polysilicon to modules, including solar glass and inverters); the second scenario involves sourcing more upstream raw materials—polysilicon, ingots, and wafers—from China, with the remainder produced in the EU; and the final scenario is similar, but with the production center located in Southeast Asia rather than the EU. The European Solar Energy Association estimates that a system produced entirely in the EU would cost approximately €0.128 per watt-peak (Wp) more than a system with mixed product...

GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR – In a significant step toward bolstering renewable energy infrastructure in South America, SUNDTA has announced the successful delivery and the commencement of construction for a major 400kW photovoltaic energy storage project for a customer in Ecuador. The order, comprising forty individual 10kW systems, represents a robust and flexible solution designed to provide reliable, clean energy.   The comprehensive system is engineered entirely with SUNDTA’s high-performance moduels, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. The core of each system utilizes the versatile 100/43pcs SUNDTA 3kW/10kW split-phase inverters, known for their efficiency and reliability in managing both solar generation and battery storage system. The project is powered by an impressive array of 1,400 units of SUNDTA’s advanced 600W N-type solar panels, which offer superior efficiency and durability to maximize energy harvest in the region's climate.   For energy storage, the system features a hybrid battery configuration designed for resilience and longevity. It includes 80 units of advanced 51.2V 300Ah vertical high-voltage lithium-ion batteries, offering high energy density, a long cycle life, and rapid charging capabilities. Complementing these are 400 units of reliable 12V 100Ah lead-acid batteries, providing a cost-effective and stable storage solution. The entire operation is monitored and managed by several SUNDTA electricity meters, ensuring precise control and data analysis.   This project underscores SUNDTA’s commitment to providing a complete, one-stop service for its clients. From initial design and technical configuration to supply and ongoing support, SUNDTA manages every aspect of the project, ensuring a system that is perfectly tailored to the customer’s specific energy needs and local conditions. By utilizing a full suite of SUNDTA products, the company guarantees compatibility, simplifies maintenance, and delivers a turnkey solution of the highest quality.   A key strength of SUNDTA’s offering is its open compatibility. While this project proudly showcases a fully integrated SUNDTA system, the company maintains strong partnerships with numerous other leading manufacturers in the industry, including Jinko Solar, Trina Solar, Deye, Solis, and Atess. This collaborative ecosystem ensures that SUNDTA can design the optimal system for any requirement. Furthermore, SUNDTA’s own lithium and lead-acid batteries are engineered to be universally compatible with a wide range of leading energy storage inverters, providing customers with unparalleled flexibility and choice.   The successful deployment of this 400kW system in Ecuador is a testament to SUNDTA’s growing international presence and its capability to execute complex renewable energy projects across the globe. The system is expected to significantly reduce the customer's reliance on the traditional grid, lowe...