Focus on Solar
Solar power in Chile: Study explores short-term health benefits of rapid expansion
A new peer-reviewed article in the Journal of Environmental Economics and Management, quantifies the short-term health benefits of an explosion in new solar...
South Korea plans 70% carbon-free power generation by 2038
The government maintained its plan to add four nuclear plants by 2038, but expects to more than triple solar and wind power output.
California approves community solar program backed by utilities
The California Public Utilities Commission on Thursday approved a new solar energy program that the industry said did not go far enough to...
Italian local govts must identify suitable areas for renewables projects: draft decree
The new rules grant a fast-track permit process for projects that will be located in areas identified but also confirm a ban on...
Biden administration expands tax credits beyond wind, solar
Clean tech tax credits scheme expands to cover geothermal, nuclear and more as Biden administration aims to hit net zero goal in 2035.
Analysis: Monthly drop hints that China’s CO2 emissions may have peaked in 2023
Analysis: A 2023 peak in China’s CO2 emissions is possible if the buildout of clean energy sources is kept at the record levels...
EU clears Net Zero Industry Act to boost domestic green tech production
BRUSSELS — European Union governments formally cleared on Monday a new law designed to ensure the bloc produces 40% of its solar panels,...
Orsted receives $650 million tax equity financing from J.P. Morgan
Danish company Orsted has secured an investment of $680 million in tax equity financing from J.P. Morgan for a portfolio of solar and...
Octopus Energy launches ‘buy now pay later’ for solar panels
Octopus solar scheme will allow UK households to spread the cost of installing photovoltaic panels to encourage take-up.
