Solvius rolls out ultra-thin solar panels at Northampton Saints stadium
UK-based greentech startup Solivus has completed the installation of more than 600 ultra-thin-layer solar panels on the roof of Premiership rugby club Northampton Saints' stadium.
The RO gets green light for first solar development as it announces new energy arm
Real estate developer the RO has gained planning consent for a 5MW solar park, and announced the launch of a new energy business.
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Scottish solar rollout could create more than 8,500 jobs by 2030
More than 8,500 new jobs could be created in Scotland by the end of the decade if the solar sector’s target of 6GW is reached.
Drax applies to expand Cruachan pumped hydro storage plant
Drax has applied to expand its Cruachan pumped hydro storage plant under Section 36, creating long-duration storage that could boost the rollout of renewables.
Green light given for 100MW Aura Power battery storage system
A battery energy storage system (BESS) being developed by Aura Power at Drax in Yorkshire has been granted planning permission.
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University of York to install and maintain solar installation using robots
The University of York’s Institute for Safe Autonomy is set to install, inspect and maintain a solar installation entirely using robots.
HBS New Energies rebrands to UPOWA to offer fully-integrated sustainable solutions
HBS New Energies, a trading name of HBS NE Limited, has rebranded to UPOWA – the product business within HBS NE Limited – in a bid to provide a “one-stop-shop”.
Battery storage rollout needs £20bn government investment to support renewables goals
The battery storage rollout needs to continue its upwards trajectory, with increased government spending required, according to new data from Cornwall Insight.
Solar PV generation falls 5.9% in 2021 despite increases in capacity
Solar generation fell by 5.9% in 2021 compared to 2020, with renewables generation decreasing across the board as a result of less favourable weather conditions.
High power prices, inflation rates and strong irradiation continue to boost asset value
High power prices continue to drive up the value of solar assets in the UK, with this expected to continue at least throughout 2022.
‘Vital support’ on offer as net zero community energy fund launched by Northern Powergrid
A new fund targeted at tackling the barriers community energy groups face when getting projects off the ground has been launched by distribution network operator (DNO) Northern Powergrid.
Vodaphone, Centrica and MYTILINEOS sign PPA for 110MW of solar
Vodaphone and Centrica have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with MYTILINEOS S.A for the output of three solar farms in the UK.
Solar PV to provide power to Torbay Hospital following planning approval
A new solar farm which will be linked with Torbay Hospital in Devon to support its plans to become carbon neutral has been approved by Torbay Council.
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Bluefield acquires 93MW portfolio of UK wind and solar assets
Bluefield Solar Income Fund has acquired a portfolio of 93.2MWp of UK-based solar and wind for an equity consideration of £112.4 million.
Solar Together group-buying scheme launched in Leicestershire
Solar Together Leicestershire has launched, with the group-buying scheme designed to help those looking to invest in solar and battery storage systems for a reduced rate.
Yorkshire’s Castle Hill Hospital fully powered by solar PV following £4.2m install
With clocks having moved forward, a solar PV farm in Cottingham, Yorkshire is now completely powering the Castle Hill Hospital.