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Merchant solar and wind projects could see their returns “significantly” impacted as power prices across Europe fall.

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, power prices will tumble in the medium term, according to the Renewables Investment Group (TRIP).

UK solar has smashed generation records, hitting a peak of 9.68GW this week.

Anesco has appointed a new optimisation director, Alan Smallwood, as it continues to overhaul its management team.

Talking to Solar Power Portal, solar installer Solarsense’s MD Stephen Barrett explained how the company is focusing on design and quotes, as they’ve stepped away from both residential and commercial installations for the safety of their staff and clients.

Solar Power Portal recently caught up with Solarcentury UK business development manager Chris Banks, about how the pandemic has affected its operations, the status of key workers in the solar sector and the long term impact.

Renewable energy venture capital company Albion Capital has successfully raised £57 million in debt by refinancing a portfolio of £105 million.

Cambridgeshire County Council is looking to build a 29MW solar farm, adding another development to its portfolio.

Lower demand over the summer due to COVID-19 may exacerbate the significant effect on system demand embedded solar generation has.

The next Contracts for Difference (CfD) round is set to be fiercely competitive as solar is allowed to compete for the first time in years.