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Alfa Solar's New 17,000 kWp Plant Begins Operations in Afyon, Targets Annual Savings of 100 Million TL

Alfa Solar's New 17,000 kWp Plant Begins Operations in Afyon, Targets Annual Savings of 100 Million TL

Alfa Solar Energy Industry and Trade Inc. (ALFAS) has announced the commissioning of its new solar power plant in Sandıklı District, Afyon Province, as of August 20, 2024. The company initially disclosed its plans on December 6, 2022, aiming to establish the plant under the unlicensed electricity production regulation to

Solar Power Production Surges in Central and Eastern Europe, Outpacing Growth Rates in Western and Southern Regions

Solar Power Production Surges in Central and Eastern Europe, Outpacing Growth Rates in Western and Southern Regions

Solar power production in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is growing faster than in any other European region, significantly surpassing growth rates in wealthier and sunnier areas of the continent, according to Reuters. In the first seven months of 2024, solar energy output from the top five CEE solar producers—

Sustainable Energy Expo 2024 Announces CISOLAR & GREENBATTERY AWARDS: Applications Open Until October 1st

Sustainable Energy Expo 2024 Announces CISOLAR & GREENBATTERY AWARDS: Applications Open Until October 1st

The most anticipated event in the renewable energy calendar, the Sustainable Energy Expo 2024 (October 15-17, Bucharest, Romania), is proud to announce the launch of the CISOLAR 2024 and GREENBATTERY 2024 AWARDS. These prestigious awards will honor excellence in the solar energy, energy storage, and broader sustainable energy sectors, with

General Atlantic to Acquire Actis, Securing 2.1 GW Solar and Wind Projects in Romania and Bulgaria

General Atlantic to Acquire Actis, Securing 2.1 GW Solar and Wind Projects in Romania and Bulgaria

General Atlantic, a private equity firm, is advancing with its acquisition of sustainable infrastructure investment firm Actis, gaining control over three major solar and wind power projects in Romania totaling 2.1 GW, along with an additional project in Bulgaria. Actis-backed renewables developer Rezolv Energy, headquartered in Prague, is behind

Enlight Renewable Energy Launches 60-MW Solar Plant in Hungary

Enlight Renewable Energy Launches 60-MW Solar Plant in Hungary

Israel’s Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd (TLV) has commenced commercial operations at its 60-MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Hungary, marking the company’s fifth project in the country. The Tapolca plant, located in the Veszprem region near the municipality of Tapolca, began selling electricity on July 31, ahead of

Turkish Steelmakers to Build Solar Power Plants, Gain Carbon Tax Exemption

Turkish Steelmakers to Build Solar Power Plants, Gain Carbon Tax Exemption

Tosyalı Demir Çelik and Yazıcı Demir Çelik, two leading Turkish steelmakers, are set to build solar power plants to meet their entire electricity needs, positioning themselves advantageously in shipping products to Western markets. By investing in renewable energy, the companies will be exempt from the European Union's Carbon

Turkey's Ankara Solar Launches Walkable PV Flooring for Global Markets

Turkey's Ankara Solar Launches Walkable PV Flooring for Global Markets

Ankara Solar Energy, a Turkish module manufacturer, has introduced its PV Floor brand, featuring walkable solar panels designed for residential and commercial use. The PV Floor products, available in 30 W (PVF-08-30W) and 120 W (PVF-32-120W) models, are equipped with anti-slip glass and are now being marketed in Europe and