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Automotive company Magna has signed its first-ever power purchase agreement (PPA) with Woodburn Capital Partners for a 2.4 MW photovoltaic array in the Czech Republic. Woodburn is actively expanding its solar projects in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina with a focus on long-term PPAs. They have emphasized the benefits

France announces winners of 250 MW South Brittany floating offshore wind auction, becoming Europe's largest floating offshore wind farm. This big step towards commercializing floating wind will more than double Europe's current capacity. Other countries are falling behind their floating wind ambitions, risking Europe's

Romania is becoming a major hub for renewable energy production with a solid energy mix. Cristian Dragomir emphasizes harmonizing energy consumption with production. Energy efficiency solutions, including self-consumption capacity and photovoltaic panels, are crucial. Small businesses should monitor water, electricity, and gas consumption. WALDEVAR Energy has 400 MW of renewable

The Chilean ministry of national assets initiated a bidding process to lease public land for standalone energy storage facilities in northern Chile. Developers can choose from six sites in Tarapaca, Antofagasta, and Atacama regions, with specific substations at each site. The maximum storage capacity across all substations is 13.2

France-headquartered independent power producer Voltalia has initiated a 126MW solar PV project in Uzbekistan along with a 50MW/100MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). The project is expected to be online in the second half of 2025 with funding from EBRD and JICA. Additional plans include an expansion with a

The article emphasizes the crucial role of topographic data in creating profitable solar projects. Accurate 3D maps enable precise layout designs, especially in identifying slopes and setbacks. The challenges lie in obtaining and processing such data efficiently. Public data can be cumbersome and require specialized skills to use effectively. AO