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Array Technologies, a utility-scale solar tracking solution provider, has introduced SkyLink, a PV-powered wireless tracker system. Building on the strengths of its DuraTrack® and OmniTrack™ offerings, SkyLink adds flexibility and optimization to Array’s solar trackers. SkyLink features an eight linked-row architecture, passive wind mitigation, PV string-powered brushless DC motors, and Zigbee wireless communication. The system is designed to handle extreme weather, with automated responses to snow and hail accumulation, ensuring continuous solar production even during…
Aypa Power secures $323 million financing for Idaho’s largest battery energy storage project
Aypa Power, a portfolio company of Blackstone, has secured $323 million in financing for its Kuna project in Idaho. The 150 MW/600 MWh facility, located near Boise in the city of Kuna, is set to become Idaho’s largest battery energy storage project by mid-2025. The financing package includes a $233 million green loan comprising a construction and term loan, a tax equity bridge loan, and a letter of credit facility. Additionally, the project has secured…
CERC amends Indian Electricity Grid Code, tightening regulations for renewable and storage projects
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has released the CERC (Indian Electricity Grid Code) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2024, introducing several critical changes aimed at improving grid efficiency and flexibility. Key amendments include reducing the permissible period for renewable energy and energy storage systems to inject infirm power from one year to 45 days. Extensions of up to three months can be requested from regional load despatch centres, with additional extensions requiring CERC approval. For hydropower…
India signs key IPEF agreements on Clean and Fair Economy
On 21 September 2024, India signed agreements under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) for Clean Economy, Fair Economy, and an overarching IPEF arrangement during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to the US. IPEF Clean Economy Agreement (Pillar-III) The Clean Economy Agreement focuses on boosting technical cooperation and clean energy technology deployment. It aims to accelerate renewable energy investments and provide concessional financing for MSMEs. Initiatives like the IPEF Catalytic Capital Fund, with USD 33 million (Rs…
KPI Green secures approvals for 16 MW solar projects
KPI Green Energy Limited has received approvals from the Chief Electrical Inspector for 16 MW of solar power projects under its captive power plant (CPP) business. These projects were executed for KPI Green Energy’s clients and developed through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, KPIG Energia Private Limited and Sun Drops Energia Private Limited.
IPC E&C secures contract for 100 MW wind farm in Philippines
IPC E&C Philippines Corporation, a subsidiary of Vietnam’s IPC Group, has won a contract to install wind turbines for a 100 MW onshore wind farm in Laguna province, Philippines. The project, spearheaded by Laguna Wind Energy Corporation and backed by Southeast Asia’s wind energy developer The Blue Circle, will feature 17 Goldwind turbines, each with a capacity of 6 MW. Turbine installation is set to begin in 2025, with commercial operations expected by 2026. This…