Solar-powered railway goes live in ‘world first’
A solar-powered railway – billed as the first of its kind – has been switched on in Aldershot, supplying the network's signalling and lights with electricity.
Bluefield appoints solar industry veteran as new Services and Operations chief
Solar investor Bluefield Group has appointed UK solar veteran Howard Johns as chief executive of its asset management and operations and maintenance divisions.
Net zero can be a catalyst for subsidy-free solar, Foresight says
The UK’s net zero law stands to create a “supportive environment” that could act as a catalyst for subsidy-free solar developments, Foresight Solar Fund has said.
Moixa partners EO Charging for home solar-plus-storage-plus-EV charging solution
Battery storage technology firm Moixa and EV charging manufacturer EO Charging have unveiled a “revolutionary” solar-plus-storage-plus EV charging solution for the UK market.
HBS New Energies lands Welsh Water contract to continue solar push
HBS New Energies has been appointed as one of the principle PV contractors for the installation of solar across 21 Welsh Water sites.
MCS backs ‘home-grown energy’ rebrand amidst ‘turbulent’ market
The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) has unveiled its rebrand focused on improving accessibility for consumers and emphasising the benefits of ‘home-grown energy’.
Solar Power Portal press office to return to Solar & Storage Live
Solar Power Portal will be reporting live and exhibiting at this year’s Solar & Storage Live exhibition, continuing its relationship with the show.
Photon continues Bournemouth University relationship with new 108kW rooftop
Photon Energy is continuing its long-standing partnership with Bournemouth University, installing a 108kWp solar system.
Gresham House aims to complete 150MW of battery storage by Q1 2020 following new asset purchase
Gresham House Energy Storage Fund has completed the purchase of a 5MW standalone battery storage project.
Council-owned solar farm smashes generation targets
A council-owned solar farm has smashed generation targets in its third year of operation, taking its overall income to £4 million.
NESF raises £100 million to pay down debt, pursue subsidy-free pipeline
NextEnergy Solar Fund has raised around £100 million through a share issue to repay short-term debt and pursue new subsidy-free developments.
Goldsmiths to ‘significantly’ ramp up solar PV following climate pledge
London’s Goldsmiths University will look to install “significantly” more solar PV as part of a new series of pledges in response to the climate emergency.
UK battery storage fleet plays pivotal role in power cut response
Battery storage facilities played a pivotal role in responding to a transmission system stress event that caused power cuts and disruption in the UK last week.
Thieves hit two north Wales solar farms
More than 150 panels have been stolen from two solar farms in north Wales.
UK large-scale solar pipeline tops 5GW as project developers return to action
The UK solar pipeline of large-scale, ground-mount solar farms has grown dramatically during 2019, with 66 new solar farms identified, accounting for 1.8 GW of capacity.
NESF acquires 8MW solar farm in Northern Ireland
NextEnergy Solar Fund (NESF) has made its maiden move into Northern Ireland, acquiring an 8MW solar farm.