To reach the solar capacity targeted in the government’s clean power and net zero plans, deployment will have to rapidly scale up and, with it, the workforce.
NextEnergy Capital (NEC) has announced that its private fund focused on new-build UK solar, NextPower UK ESG (NPUK) has raised £733 million at its final fundraising close, almost 50% over target.
Renewable energy consultancy Natural Power has supported NTR to successfully acquire 326MW of solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity in Ireland.
Health and wellness club operator the Bannatyne Group has installed solar panels on the rooftops of a number of its health clubs, hotels and spas, thanks to a partnership with Shawton Energy.
A new research study from the University of Sheffield has revealed that combining solar panels with farming practices can enable the UK to meet its solar energy targets without sacrificing farmland.