China's major solar companies are focusing on batteries to boost panel sales as they falter
China's largest solar panel manufacturers are increasing exports of higher-margin batteries to boost revenues as the growth in PV sales slows. They bet on growing global demand for renewable energy storage, to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Chinese battery manufacturer CATL anticipates that energy storage will make up half the global sales by 2030
CATL in China, the?largest battery manufacturer in the world, is expecting energy storage to account for 50% of its global sales, up from 25% today, according to a company official on Thursday. Kevin Tang…
Investors in renewable energy mobilize to bid on Brazil's battery auction but warn against risks
The government announced on Wednesday that major international investors in renewable energy are lined up to bid for the first battery auction. This will give the storage units the resources they need…
Report shows that US energy storage added in the first quarter hit a record.
A report on Thursday showed that U.S. energy developers installed 9,7 gigawatt hours of new capacity during the first quarter of 2026. This was a record-high quarter. The Solar Energy Industries Association…
Chinese solar manufacturers report fresh losses despite optimism over Iran War-driven boost in overseas demand
A major Chinese solar manufacturer?said this week that the U.S./Israeli war 'in Iran' is boosting interest overseas?in renewable energies. However, weaker domestic demand is weighing down on the outlook of the sector.
TotalEnergies invests in a $1.2 billion energy project in Kazakhstan
French energy giant TotalEnergies announced on Friday that it will invest $1.2 billion in a Kazakhstan onshore wind project and energy storage system. The company plans to sell electricity produced to…
The Iranian war has re-energized European demand for rooftop solar panels to reduce energy bills
Since the beginning of the Iran War, the demand for rooftop solar systems has risen across Europe as consumers rush to protect themselves from the soaring energy prices caused by the worst global disruption in energy history.
PREVIEW: Tesla's energy storage unit will pick up the slack when car margins fall and credit fade
Tesla's solar business and energy will likely outshine its core business, which is struggling to keep up with the competition. This week it will report its 'quarterly' results. It's a sign that Tesla has…
Tesla's energy-storage division will pick up the slack when car margins and credits decline
Tesla's solar business and energy division will likely outshine its core business, which is struggling to keep up with the competition. This shows a certain amount of resilience as Tesla makes slow progress…
China restricts solar manufacturing equipment exports to the US
Five people familiar with the discussions said that Chinese officials had held preliminary talks with suppliers of equipment used to manufacture solar panels in order to 'limit exports of advanced technology to the United States.
China restricts solar manufacturing equipment exports to the US
Five people familiar with the consultations said that Chinese officials had held preliminary?talks? with suppliers of equipment for making solar panels, as they considered limiting the exports of most advanced technology to the United States.
China's Xi: Rule of law is essential for Middle East Peace
China's president Xi Jinping rebuked the U.S. and Israeli war against Iran on Tuesday by saying that the international rule of law was essential to peace and stability in the Middle East. Xi, who has been…
World Bank's guarantee arm switches to portfolio approach after hitting $100 billion milestone
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency of the World Bank Group (MIGA) reached a milestone on Thursday, surpassing $100 billion in total guarantees issued since its founding almost 40 years ago. MIGA's latest deal…
Report: US solar installations will drop by 2025 as a result of Trump's policies.
A study released on Tuesday showed that the U.S. market for solar energy added fewer installations in 2025 than the previous year. This is due to the fact that President Donald 'Trump' scrapped tax breaks…
China's lithium prices soar after Zimbabwe bans export
China's Lithium price rose on Thursday after Zimbabwe suspended its raw?mineral exports. This sparked concerns about supply disruptions at a time when the market is expected to boom due to a growing demand for?energy storage?.
US provides historic $26.5 billion loan to Southern Co subsidiaries
The?U.S. The Energy Department announced on Wednesday that it has provided a loan of $26.54 billion to'subsidiaries' of Southern Co in order to improve grid reliability. This is the largest loan ever offered by its loan office.
Maguire: Australia's renewable energy boom will deliver a coveted price for power
Australia's wholesale power prices dropped to their lowest level in four years by 2025. This bucking of rising prices elsewhere, and proving that renewables-intensive power systems can lower power costs for consumers.
The UK National Wealth Fund has set its sights on carbon capture, batteries, and hydrogen as a way to boost growth
The National Wealth Fund of Britain announced on Wednesday that carbon capture, power grids and battery manufacturing will be among ten'sector' it will concentrate on in the next five-year period to help…
ContourGlobal, owned by KKR, enters Greece through solar and battery acquisitions
KKR's energy group ContourGlobal announced on Friday that it has entered the Greek renewables markets?with a portfolio of solar plants? and 500 megawatts of?battery -energy storage? projects. The agreement…
Egypt signs renewable energy contracts worth $1.8 billion
State TV reported that Egypt had signed renewable energy contracts worth $1.8 billion. Contracts were signed with Scatec, a Norwegian renewable energy developer and Sungrow from China. Officials say that without international support…
