European solar buyers report increased optimism despite module price variations
Europe’s solar buyers are showing increased optimism for the sector, in spite of fluctuations in module prices across technologies.
Ellomay Capital secures US$116 million loan for 198MW Italian solar portfolio
Ellomay Capital has closed financing for a 198MW portfolio of solar assets it plans to build and operate in Italy.
Uniper kicks off construction on solar PV portfolios in Hungary, Germany and the UK
Germany-based renewables developer Uniper has started the construction phase on several solar PV projects in Hungary, Germany and the UK.
European offtakers sign deals for 62% less renewable capacity in January
Offtakers signed 25 power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Europe in January 2025, for a total of 790MW of electricity generation capacity.
Energy Infrastructure Partners acquires majority stake in BayWa r.e.
The company increased its shareholding from 49% to 65% through an agreed capital increase and assumes the role of majority shareholder.
Spain adds 1.4GW of self-consumption PV in 2024
The commercial and industrial (C&I) segment represented the bulk of additions in 2024 with 1,085MW, while residential solar added 346MW.
Germany’s latest PV tender registers lowest prices since 2019
Auction prices awarded ranged from €0.0388/kWh to €0.0495/kWh, with an average volume-weighted price awarded at €0.0476/kWh.
European solar module price rise heralds ‘new pricing balance’
Solar module prices in Europe have risen after months of decline, driven by price increases from Chinese manufacturers and a tight supply of popular modules in the European market.
Photon Energy to manage 101MW Hungarian PV
Photon signed the contract with EDP Renováveis (EDPR), the Portuguese energy utility and project developer.
EDF Renewables shuts down French PV manufacturer Photowatt
French energy giant EDF Renewables has closed its solar manufacturing subsidiary Photowatt, located in eastern France.
