The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has provided US$142 million in financing for the construction of a 1GW solar and 1.3GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio in Uzbekistan.   The portfolio consists of two solar and storage projects through a special-purpose vehicle (SPV) that will be majority owned by Saudi developer ACWA Power and co-owned by Japanese investors Sumitomo Corporation, Shikoku Electric Power Company and Chubu Electric Power Company.   The financing from EBRD will consist of two senior secured loans. The first loan, of US$61 million, is for the development of the ACWA Power Sazagan Solar 1, which will have a combined capacity of 500MW for solar PV and 668MWh BESS. The project will be built in the southeastern region of Samarkand.   The second loan, of US$81 million, is for the development of the ACWA Power Sazagan Solar 2, which will have the same capacity as the other project, both for solar and BESS. However, unlike the solar PV project, the BESS for this second project will be located in the Bukhara region, which is located west of the Samarkand region.   This is not the first time that the EBRD provided financing for a solar and storage project from ACWA Power in Uzbekistan. In July 2024, the EBRD provided up to US$229.4 million to help in the development of a 200MW solar PV and 500MWh BESS in the eastern Tashkent region.   Moreover, the two SVPs will represent the largest combined solar and BESS capacity in Uzbekistan and even across the region, according to the EBRD.   The deployment of BESS capacity in Uzbekistan will help mitigate the grid’s intermittency of renewable energy sources, while improving the grid’s reliability and flexibility during periods of peak demand.   Other co-financers of the project include the Japan Bank for International Cooperation, Nippon Export and Investment Insurance, the Asian Development Bank and the Islamic Development Bank.   Development of renewable energy projects has been ramping up in Uzbekistan, with companies such as Voltalia, which signed a power purchase agreement (PPA), in March of this year, for a 526MW hybrid solar-wind-storage project that is expected to begin construction in Q1 2026; Jakson Green, which secured US$353 million financing last year for its international expansion, starting with Uzbekistan; and Masdar – which connected a 511MW solar portfolio – among others, building solar and energy storage projects in the country.

Australia’s solar-plus-storage sector gained momentum at the end of last week with two project approvals advancing across New South Wales and Queensland, representing a combined 725MW of renewable energy capacity.   The New South Wales (NSW) Independent Planning Commission has granted approval for Ark Energy’s 435MW Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage project, while Global Power Generation advances its 290MW Fraser Coast development through Queensland’s environmental approval process.   Both projects feature substantial battery energy storage modules designed to provide extended grid services beyond traditional solar generation, with the Richmond Valley facility incorporating an 8-hour duration battery system.   Ark Energy secures NSW approval for 435MW Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage site The NSW Independent Planning Commission has granted approval for Ark Energy’s 435MW Richmond Valley solar-plus-storage project in Australia.   The project, located near Rappville in the Northern Rivers region, comprises a 435MW solar PV power plant paired with a 475MW/3,148MWh battery energy storage system (BESS).   The battery component provides 8-hours of storage duration, enabling solar energy dispatch during evening peak demand periods and grid stabilisation services. The facility will occupy 803 hectares of a 1,475-hectare site, approximately 7km east of Rappville, which has a strong history as a timber and beef town.   In March 2025, Ark Energy signed a supply agreement with Seoul-headquartered Hanwha Energy for the BESS technology. The company confirmed it will use lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology for the BESS.   The company also executed an Early Contractor Involvement agreement with Elecnor Australia in September 2025 to undertake preliminary engineering and design work. The scope includes site studies, detailed engineering design for the solar PV power plant, and balance of plant design for the battery system, with completion expected by Q2 2026.   The project’s 730,000 bifacial solar panels will feature single-axis tracking technology to maximise energy generation throughout the day. The co-located battery system will provide grid services across the National Electricity Market (NEM), including frequency regulation and peak demand management.   Ark Energy received the planning approval last week (16 October) following inclusion of the project in the Federal government’s inaugural Renewable Energy Priority List in March 2025. The Priority List aims to streamline regulatory approvals for significant renewable energy developments and included over 6GW of energy storage.   GPG advances 290MW Fraser Coast solar-plus-storage project in Queensland In other news, Global Power Generation (GPG), part of the Naturgy Group, is seeking EPBC Act approval for the Fraser Coast Photovoltaic Solar and Battery Energy Storage System Project, a 290MW solar PV plant featuring a ...

Recently, new energy company SUNROVER and its strategic partner SUNDTA jointly exhibited at international energy exhibitions in Iran and Ecuador. This joint market initiative, spanning the Eastern and Western Hemispheres, showcased their growing influence and technological innovation in the global energy sector. This exhibition not only represents a key step in deepening the internationalization strategies of both companies, but also serves as an excellent platform for SUNROVER to precisely deliver its cutting-edge energy storage solutions to specific regional markets. At the Iran Energy Exhibition, SUNROVER's flagship new industrial and commercial energy storage system configuration and core products captured the attention of professionals, providing a more valuable and viable option for the region's burgeoning energy industry.   Targeting the core industrial and commercial sectors' demand for efficient, stable, and scalable energy storage systems, SUNROVER placed its independently developed rack-mounted 51.2V 100AH ​​lithium-ion battery at the center of its new configuration. This battery embodies SUNROVER's technological expertise in electrochemical energy storage, demonstrating exceptional performance across multiple dimensions. First, the battery cell utilizes automotive-grade lithium iron phosphate, ensuring exceptional safety and stability from the ground up. This effectively overcomes the operational challenges of high-temperature environments, which is particularly critical in climates like Iran. Second, the battery boasts an exceptionally long cycle life of over 6,000 cycles, ensuring stable system service for over ten years, even with extensive charge and discharge cycles. This significantly reduces project lifecycle costs and provides commercial and industrial users with a clear and promising return on investment.   In terms of physical structure, its compact rack-mount design is key to flexible configuration and easy maintenance. This modular concept allows users to easily expand capacity based on actual power load and backup duration requirements, seamlessly transitioning from a single cabinet to a megawatt-hour-scale energy storage system. This seamlessly covers a full range of application scenarios, from small shops and medium-sized factories to large industrial parks. At the same time, the built-in intelligent battery management system acts as a tireless "safety steward," continuously monitoring key parameters such as battery voltage, current, and temperature in milliseconds. It also features multiple fault protection and self-diagnostic functions, ensuring safe and worry-free operation of the entire energy storage system under all operating conditions.   The performance ceiling of an excellent energy storage system is often determined by the synergistic efficiency of its two core components: the battery and the inverter. SUNROVER is a master of system integration, as evidenced by its close collaboration with the g...

US tech giant Apple will support 650 MW of renewable energy projects as part of a major expansion of its clean energy investments in Europe, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint.   Apple stated that in 2024, energy consumed to power and charge Apple devices accounted for approximately 29% of its total greenhouse gas emissions. To this end, the company plans to generate 3,000 GWh of renewable energy annually by 2030. To achieve this goal, Apple will invest over $600 million (RMB 42.76) in projects expected to generate over 1,000 GWh annually, which will cover approximately one-third of its target. Lisa Jackson, Apple's vice president of Environment, Policy and Social Initiatives, said: "By 2030, we want our customers to know that all the energy used to charge their iPhone or power their Mac will be matched by clean electricity. Our new projects in Europe will help us achieve our ambitious 2030 goals while contributing to healthy communities, prosperous economies, and secure energy supplies across the continent." According to the announcement, Apple is significantly expanding its clean energy projects in Europe, currently developing large-scale solar and wind farms in Greece, Italy, Latvia, Poland, and Romania. In Poland, Apple has secured a 19-year power purchase agreement with Econergy for its 40 MW Resko solar project, which is expected to begin commercial operations later this year. In Romania, Apple has also secured a long-term power purchase agreement with Nala Renewables for its 99 MW wind farm. In Latvia, Apple secured a long-term power purchase agreement through European Energy for one of the country's largest solar farms, adding 110 MW of capacity. In Spain, Apple supported ib vogt's 134 MW Castano solar farm, which became operational earlier this year. In Greece, the company has signed a long-term agreement to purchase electricity from a 110 MW solar project owned and operated by HELLENiQ ENERGY. In Italy, Apple is supporting the development of a 129 MW portfolio of solar and wind projects. The first project, a solar project in Sicily, is expected to become operational this month.

In the past two years, low voltage issues have frequently occurred at end-users during peak periods of electricity consumption in scenic spots. This has not only impacted residents' lives and tourists' enjoyment, but has also become a bottleneck restricting local industrial development. Take the ongoing popularity of the Scottish Premier League as an example. Driven by the competition, cultural and tourism revenues across Jiangsu cities have increased significantly. At the same time, each match and surge in tourism poses a significant challenge to local electricity demand. According to data from State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power, during the summer vacation, the peak load on the Jiangsu power grid reached 152 million kilowatts, breaking the record for the third time this year. Among these, the catering, comprehensive retail, and indoor entertainment sectors, core sectors of the "night economy," performed particularly well. During the four hours between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM daily, electricity consumption exceeded 1.05 billion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 14.3%. Facing the high electricity demand challenges brought on by the competition and high temperatures, State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power actively sought electricity from western and northern regions, leveraging existing inter-provincial and inter-regional transmission projects. On the other hand, the new energy storage power station can be fully utilized to discharge energy to the power grid during the peak electricity consumption in the evening.   Scenic Areas + Energy Storage: Standard Configuration With green tourism becoming a new industry trend, energy storage has become a "standard," not an "optional," energy security feature for scenic areas. In September 2025, the Haokun Lake Scenic Area in Lingyun County welcomed its first 0.4 kV low-voltage mobile energy storage device, which was officially put into operation and connected to the grid in the Sanhe Substation in Lingzhan Township. This low-voltage mobile energy storage device acts like a "power bank," offering rapid response and intelligent regulation capabilities. When the voltage on any phase falls below 195 volts during peak hours, the device instantly "discharges" to replenish energy, stabilizing the terminal voltage to around 225 volts, a safe range. During off-peak hours, it automatically "recharges" the stored energy to reserve power for the next round of peak load regulation. This energy storage device provides a targeted solution to low terminal voltage issues in specific areas, and its operation has immediately improved the quality of electricity used in the scenic area. Last September, Dianguanjia New Energy and Haichang Polar Ocean World successfully reached an in-depth collaboration, jointly developing the park's first commercial energy storage project. The project boasts a capacity of 20MWh. The addition of energy storage will flexibly adapt to the park's overall electricity pricing. By storing energy du...

On September 25th, local time, the groundbreaking ceremony for the 60MW Saguning floating photovoltaic project in Indonesia, undertaken by China Energy Construction Gezhouba Group, was held, marking the official start of construction on this green energy project with an estimated annual power generation of 129 million kWh.   The project, located in the Saguning Dam reservoir area in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, is the first renewable energy project to commence construction since the release of the Indonesian government's New Electricity Plan (2025-2034). It will include a 60MW (AC side) floating photovoltaic power plant, a 150kV booster station, an 8.5km-long 150kV double-circuit transmission line on the same tower, and a 150kV switchyard.   The project utilizes advanced floating photovoltaic technology, with solar panels mounted on floating structures. Compared to traditional ground-based photovoltaic power plants, this not only conserves land resources but also reduces water evaporation, inhibits algae growth, and improves power generation efficiency. Upon completion, the project will save 56,000 tons of standard coal and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 149,000 tons annually, helping Indonesia achieve its renewable energy development and green transformation goals. During construction, the project is expected to create over 1,600 direct and indirect jobs, significantly boosting local economic and social development. Once successfully operational, the project will provide a valuable model for Indonesia's energy transition and promote the implementation of more floating photovoltaic projects in Indonesian archipelago waters.

Recently, several photovoltaic projects have commenced construction, including the China Resources New Energy Xintian Sanjing 60MW Agri-PV Complementary Photovoltaic Power Generation Project, the official commencement of the EPC general contracting project for Datang's 60MW Photovoltaic Power Generation Project in Yunnan, and the commencement of construction on a 100MW photovoltaic power generation project in Shanxi.   China Resources Hunan 60MW Agri-PV Complementary Photovoltaic Power Generation Project Commences On September 15th, construction successfully commenced on the China Resources New Energy Xintian Sanjing 60MW Agri-PV Complementary Photovoltaic Power Generation Project. The project, located in Sanjing Town and Xinxu Town, Xintian County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province, covers an area of ​​approximately 1,200 mu (approximately 1,200 mu). Invested and constructed by China Resources New Energy (Xintian) Co., Ltd., it will have an installed capacity of 60MW. The project, with an estimated total investment of 261.3021 million yuan, plans to build a new 220 kV substation, 20 new photovoltaic arrays, a total length of 4.664 kilometers of access roads, and 4.6 kilometers of buried collector lines. The project received its construction contract on September 5th.   Datang Yunnan 60MW Photovoltaic Power Generation Project Commences On September 18th, the EPC general contracting project for the Datang Yunnan Ganlongtang (60MW) Photovoltaic Power Generation Project, jointly undertaken by China Energy Engineering Group Guangxi Hydropower Engineering Bureau Co., Ltd., China Energy Engineering Group Anhui Electric Power Design Institute Co., Ltd., and China Gezhouba Group Electric Power Co., Ltd., officially commenced. The project, located in Nijiao Township, Qiubei County, Wenshan Prefecture, Yunnan Province, has a rated capacity of 60MW and consists of 3,948 photovoltaic strings and 29 photovoltaic arrays. It is equipped with 188 inverters and 29 box-type transformers, with power collected via two collector lines and connected to the Shuangyangdong 220kV substation.   Shanxi 100MW Photovoltaic Power Generation Project Commences Recently, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Shangao New Energy Group's 100MW (Phase II) photovoltaic power generation project in Hanbei Town, Wuxiang County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, was held at the Wuxiang Hanbei Phase I Photovoltaic Power Station. The project has a total construction capacity of 100MW, with a total investment of no more than 400 million yuan. Upon commissioning, it is expected to generate an average annual power generation of 148 million kWh and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 111,600 tons. Shangao New Energy Group Co., Ltd. (formerly known as Beijing Enterprises Clean Energy Group Co., Ltd.) is a subsidiary of Shangao Holding Group and listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (01250.HK). The company is committed to developing clean energy and explori...

SUNROVER has announced the successful completion of production and factory testing of its US-spec energy storage inverters, developed in partnership with ATESS. This marks a significant advancement for the renewable energy industry. These high-capacity inverters, available in 30kW and 50kW models and operating at 220VAC, are currently undergoing final packaging and are ready for global shipment to meet growing international demand. This advancement marks a key step forward for SUNROVER in its mission to provide powerful and reliable energy storage solutions for a sustainable future.   Central to SUNROVER’s success is its strategic collaboration with leading inverter manufacturers, including industry pioneers such as Atess, Solis, and Deye. These partnerships ensure that SUNROVER lithium-ion batteries deliver flawless compatibility and stable performance when integrated with inverters from these top-tier brands. By prioritizing interoperability, SUNROVER eliminates technical barriers and enhances energy efficiency, providing users with a seamless and resilient power solution.   Beyond hardware compatibility, SUNROVER offers comprehensive, tailor-made PV energy storage systems designed to meet diverse customer needs. From initial consultation to system deployment, SUNROVER’s engineering team develops customized solutions that optimize energy generation, storage, and consumption. Each system is equipped with compatible solar panels, inverters, and batteries selected to maximize ROI and sustainability.   To demonstrate transparency and foster collaboration, SUNROVER invites potential partners and clients to visit its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and R&D centers in China. Visitors will gain insights into SUNROVER’s quality-driven production processes and innovative technologies while discussing partnership opportunities.   With its latest inverter release and proven integration capabilities, SUNROVER is poised to lead the next wave of intelligent energy solutions—offering stability, adaptability, and a commitment to global sustainability.