While there have been increased efforts in expanding energy access to underserved areas, particularly in sub-Saharan…
Category: Renewable Energy
Productive Energy Use as a Lever to Improve Mini-Grid Sustainability
Off-grid solar systems have become the preferred electrification choice for rural communities. This is because solar-powered…
Masdar, Engie Ink $5bn Deal for 2GW Renewables
Masdar and Engie to collaborate in a $5bn renewable energy deal The deal will enhance energy…
Togo Government Signs €45m Contract for Solar Street Lighting in Rural Areas
Togo has signed a €45m contract with Sunna Design to install solar streetlights in rural areas.…
Engie Receives Authorisation to Deploy 22 Mini-Grids by 2023
Engie PowerCorner has obtained a license from ABERME to install solar mini-grids in Southern Benin. The…
Turkey Scientists Develop PV System for Household Applications
Turkey scientists develop PV Rotary Energy System. Capable of operating at low PV temperatures and dust…
Invetec Solar Goes Bankrupt
The module manufacturer files for bankruptcy. Accumulated over $70 million debt. Blames foreign competition. Taiwanese solar…
REA Signs Contracts for the Provision of PUE Appliances for Rural Mini-Grids
The first phase of the PUE programme. This programme aims to increase productive energy use in…
Eskom Sees Energy Transition as Solution to Recent Crisis
Eskom plans to replace ageing coal plants with renewables and gas. Western countries have committed $8.5bn…
Stanwell to Get 600MWp to Develop 3GW Green Hydrogen Project
Stanwell Energy signs deal with Acciona Energia. Acciona Energia to supply 600MWp for green hydrogen project.…