Author: Khushboo Goyal

Boosting Community Energy in the UK: Report

Boosting Community Energy in the UK: Report

July 10, 2026 | , ,

The report suggests that community ownership of energy resources is in danger of being left behind in the transition unless the Department takes urgent action which will have two direct consequences: areas which host large scale renewable projects see pylons but none of the profits from renewables and public support for the 2030 targets and for the renewable sector will disappear. The report further recommends the UK Government to use the Energy Independence Bill currently before Parliament to unlock community ownership as a key part of the transition and energy security of the UK.

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Global Hydrogen Review 2026: Report 

Global Hydrogen Review 2026: Report 

July 10, 2026 | , , , ,

The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted global production and trade of hydrogen-based products. The Middle East is a major producer of hydrogen-based products, and the conflict has strongly impacted their production. The consequences of the conflict reach far beyond the Middle East as the region is a major player in global trade for hydrogen-based products. Global fertiliser markets have been particularly affected, with potential implications for the food supply chain. The short-term outlook for low-emissions hydrogen remains uncertain with large differences across regions. The pipeline of announced projects for low-emissions hydrogen production has shrunk to 27 Mt by 2030, mostly due to delays post 2030 and cancellations.

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South Africa approves 890 MW solar PV projects  

South Africa approves 890 MW solar PV projects  

July 9, 2026 | , ,

National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved generation licences for four solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. The projects have a combined contracted capacity of 890 MW under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme Bid Window 7.3. NERSA received the licence applications in January 2026 and completed the public consultation process before granting approval in May 2026. 

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Pattern Energy and SRP sign 600 MW PPA for SunZia wind project 

Pattern Energy and SRP sign 600 MW PPA for SunZia wind project 

July 9, 2026 | , ,

Pattern Energy and Salt River Project (SRP) have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for up to 600 MW of electricity from the SunZia wind project in the US Southwest. The SunZia wind project has an installed capacity of 3,650 MW. The project is supported by a 550-mile high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission line and represents an $11 billion clean energy investment. 

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Linea Energy closes financing for Michigan solar project 

Linea Energy closes financing for Michigan solar project 

July 9, 2026 | , ,

Linea Energy has closed a tax equity financing with Crux for its 172 MWdc Watertown solar project located in Sanilac County, Michigan. The Crux investment completes the project’s financing, bringing the total capital raised to $457 million, including a previously announced $299 million debt package by Santander Corporate & Investment Banking, Société Générale, S.A., Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentralecon, and Truist Bank.

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Quinbrook Renewables Impact Fund II raises GBP 587 million 

Quinbrook Renewables Impact Fund II raises GBP 587 million 

July 8, 2026 | , , ,

Quinbrook has achieved the final close of its Quinbrook Renewables Impact Fund (QRIF II), raising GBP 587 million through the fund, surpassing its GBP 500 million target.The fund will invest in renewable energy, energy storage, and grid infrastructure across the UK and Ireland to support their 2030 clean energy goals. Key projects under the fund include the 373 MWdc Mallard Pass Solar Project in England, the 963 MVA.s Wexford Synchronous Consider Project in Ireland, Project Norton combining 65 MW solar with 41 MW battery storage, and Aegis Energy’s clean refuelling hub network.

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Polaris signs agreement for renewable energy projects in Mexico

Polaris signs agreement for renewable energy projects in Mexico

July 8, 2026 | , , ,

Polaris Renewable Energy has signed a 30-year mixed investment agreement with CFE for the development, financing, construction and operation of three renewable energy projects in Mexico. The portfolio comprises approximately 250 MWdc of solar capacity and 61.6 MW/192 MWh of BESS across Quintana Roo, Tlaxcala and Sinaloa. The projects include the 132.57 MWdc Los Girasoles solar project paired with 101.5 MWh of BESS, 91.06 MWdc of Solar Energía Tres Hermanos solar project paired with 71.6 MWh of BESS and 25.3 MWdc of  Don Humberto solar project along with 18.9 MWh BESS. 

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Opdenergy secures $227 million for Chile renewables portfolio

Opdenergy secures $227 million for Chile renewables portfolio

July 8, 2026 | , , ,

Opdenergy has secured $227 million in financing for its operational renewable energy portfolio in Chile. The financing was provided by SMBC, BNP Paribas and ICO and is backed by long-term DISCO and private power purchase agreements with investment-grade off-takers, comprising the 104 MWp Sol de Los Andes solar plant and 90 MW/513 MWh Sol de Los Andes BESS, both in the Atacame region.

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Sungrow commissions 400 MWh BESS in Malaysia

Sungrow commissions 400 MWh BESS in Malaysia

July 7, 2026 | , ,

Sungrow commissioned the 100 MW/400 MWh Santong battery energy storage project (BESS) in Terengganu, Malaysia. It is owned and developed by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB). Sungrow supplied 90 PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled BESS units along with its facility energy management system for the project. The project also successfully completed a 100 MW full-power discharge test.

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Uniper and Respect Energy sign solar PPAs in Poland

Uniper and Respect Energy sign solar PPAs in Poland

July 7, 2026 | , ,

Uniper and Respect Energy have signed 6-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) for renewable electricity and guarantees of origin (GoOs) from four new solar projects. The projects include the Pakość, Kłodawa, Domanowo, and Krotoszyce solar facilities, all located in Poland. These projects have a combined installed capacity of 219 MWp. Under the agreement, Respect Energy will purchase both the solar electricity and its associated renewable energy certificates (GoOs).

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SK and KKR launch South Korean renewable energy platform

SK and KKR launch South Korean renewable energy platform

July 6, 2026 | ,

SK Inc. and KKR have signed agreements to establish a renewable energy platform in South Korea. The platform will be valued at KRW 2 trillion (approximately $1.3 billion). The platform will manage 1.7 GW of operational renewable capacity and a development pipeline expected to expand total capacity to 10 GW. The platform will span solar, onshore wind, offshore wind, and fuel cells, while excluding hydrogen.

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Qualitas Energy secures €172 million for Italian solar portfolio 

Qualitas Energy secures €172 million for Italian solar portfolio 

July 6, 2026 | ,

Qualitas Energy has secured approximately €172 million in non-recourse financing for a greenfield solar portfolio in Italy. The portfolio has a combined installed capacity of 158 MWp and comprises 15 solar projects across Italy. The projects are supported by a diversified revenue mix, including FER X, FER X NZIA, power purchase agreements, and other support schemes. The project financing was arranged by CaixaBank, La Banque Postale, and DekaBank.

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Metacon secures funding for green hydrogen project in Sweden

Metacon secures funding for green hydrogen project in Sweden

July 6, 2026 | , ,

Metacon AB has secured up to SEK 111 million in Klimatklivet funding to develop a 10 MW green hydrogen electrolysis plant at the Hovgården waste management facility in Uppsala, Sweden, covering 55 per cent of the SEK 202 million project cost. The facility is expected to produce around 1,480 tonnes of green hydrogen annually, supplying industrial users and hydrogen refuelling stations across Central Sweden.

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Europe installed 36 GWh BESS capacity in 2025: Report

Europe installed 36 GWh BESS capacity in 2025: Report

July 6, 2026 | , ,

In 2025, Europe installed 36 GWh of batteries, representing a substantial acceleration compared to the previous year. This corresponds to an increase of 11.7 GWh (+48%) compared to 2024 and marks the largest year on year capacity increase to date, surpassing the previous record set in 2023 (9.2 GWh). Since 2022, the annual market has more than tripled, and despite the slowdown observed in 2024 (+24%), battery storage has regained strong momentum. In 2025, utility-scale batteries led the market with 19 GWh installed, up from the 9.7 GWh in 2024. In addition, hybrid solar-plus-storage projects are scaling rapidly. Hybrid projects are gaining significant traction in the EU, with around 20% of new BESS capacity paired with solar PV.

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Grid-Forming Inverters: Enabling stability in renewable-dominated systems

Grid-Forming Inverters: Enabling stability in renewable-dominated systems

July 6, 2026 |

GRID-INDIA has proposed a set of measures to support the adoption of GFM technology in the Indian power system. It is recommended that new BESS installations above 50 MW, particularly in remote or weak-grid areas, incorporate GFM capability. A phased roll-out is suggested, beginning with large pilot projects using BESS-backed GFM inverters. These pilots would provide operational experience and help stakeholders make informed decisions for wider deployment. In parallel, aligning Indian standards with international testing and performance frameworks would help ease the transition. Effective implementation will also require close coordination between technology providers, renewable and storage developers, system operators and regulators.

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US Can’t Afford to Slow Down on Climate Action

US Can’t Afford to Slow Down on Climate Action

July 6, 2026 |

US stands at a critical junction on the road to a clean energy future, and states must decide for themselves how to forge ahead. Against the backdrop of the Trump administration continuing to throw up every conceivable climate and clean energy roadblock, many states are still forging ahead on climate progress. As Americans face mounting economic challenges due to inflation driven by energy prices and the rising costs of essential goods and services, some state leaders are becoming more cautious about championing strong climate policy because of concerns about affordability. Creative policy solutions exist to help individual states create their own paths to move forward on climate and clean energy progress while meeting the moment by being responsive to today’s changing electricity landscape and political concerns.

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Southeast Asia Energy Outlook 2026: Report

Southeast Asia Energy Outlook 2026: Report

July 3, 2026 | , ,

Southeast Asia is a very dynamic region that is set to be a major driver of global energy demand growth, but the Middle East conflict has provided a stark wake-up call for the region’s energy system. Governments are focused on managing the short-term energy impacts of the crisis. Immediate impacts have been felt most acutely in refining, petrochemicals, power generation and cooking fuels. A stronger and more co-ordinated regional response will be essential to address these challenges. The outlook for electricity supply and emissions is increasingly shaped by the pace at which renewables and other sources of low-emissions power can be scaled up. Delivering this transition depends on an efficient build-out and use of enabling infrastructure, particularly grids and storage. 

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Renewables Shield Spain from Rising Gas Prices: Report

Renewables Shield Spain from Rising Gas Prices: Report

July 3, 2026 | ,

Electricity market prices in Spain remain among Europe’s lowest despite elevated gas prices since March 2026. Strong growth of renewables in the Iberian power system has significantly weakened the link between gas and electricity prices since the gas crisis of 2021-2024. This has effectively shielded Spanish electricity prices from the gas price spike following the US-Israel war with Iran. Spanish billpayers are avoiding costs of €10 per month thanks to shielding of electricity prices. If electricity prices were still linked to gas prices as strongly as in 2021, a typical household on the regulated tariff would be paying €10 more per month in electricity bills due to elevated gas prices since March 2026.

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BRICS Clean Fuels Outlook: Report 

BRICS Clean Fuels Outlook: Report 

July 3, 2026 | ,

The report examines the role of new and sustainable fuels in supporting the energy transition across BRICS countries, with a focus on their potential to contribute to decarbonization, energy security, and economic development. The report highlights national experiences, policy approaches, and emerging initiatives, identifying opportunities for enhanced cooperation among BRICS members. Areas such as research and development, technology transfer, market creation, and standardization are emphasized as key drivers for accelerating deployment. By bringing together diverse perspectives and experiences, this report aims to strengthen collaboration within BRICS and contribute to global discussions on sustainable fuels. 

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ADB backs 310 MW solar expansion in Bhutan 

ADB backs 310 MW solar expansion in Bhutan 

July 3, 2026 | , ,

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $160 million loan to expand solar power generation in Bhutan through the deployment of at least 310 MW of new solar capacity. The project includes 120 MW Wobthang, 40 MW Pedseling, and 150 MW Dramthang solar farms. The initiative also includes 46 km of transmission infrastructure to connect the projects to the national grid. 

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