Global South Utilities has completed the construction of a 50 MW solar project with 15 MWh of battery energy storage in the Central African Republic, marking the largest infrastructure project in the country's history and increasing electricity generation capacity by over 60%. This facility will provide electricity to more than 300,000 households through connection to the Central African Energy Network, supporting healthcare, education, public services, businesses, industries, and attracting new investment in the Central African Republic. The Africa Solar Industry Association has tracked a total of 92.1 MW of operational solar projects and 43.1 MWh of battery storage capacity in the country, highlighting the growing trend towards renewable energy solutions in the region.
Author: Pv Magazine
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World’s largest LFP grid-forming goes online in China
China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has connected a 1 GW/4 GWh battery energy storage project, the DongSu project, to the grid, marking it as a major renewable energy region. This project, the world's largest single-site grid-forming LFP battery storage plant, is expected to discharge around 1 TWh of electricity annually. By deploying grid-forming technology at the gigawatt level, the project provides voltage and frequency support to improve grid stability with high penetrations of wind and solar generation. The combination of peak shifting and grid-support functions allows for the accommodation of variable renewable generation and reduces the reliance on conventional synchronous generation for stability services. China's renewable energy plan for 2026-2030 includes an acceleration of grid-forming technology deployment.
https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/08/13/worlds-largest-lfp-grid-forming-goes-online-in-china/
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U.S. battery storage capacity grows 70% annually over the past three years
Utility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States has grown rapidly, increasing by 70% annually over the past three years to reach 43.6 GW by the end of 2025. An additional 8.3 GW came online in the first half of 2026, with plans for another 54 GW to be added by the end of 2028. Solar PV facilities are hosting the largest battery storage units, enabling the storage of solar power during low-price periods and discharging during peak demand. This growth in battery storage capacity is closely linked to the expansion of utility-scale solar projects, with forecasts indicating a significant rise in solar generating capacity and renewable energy's share of total U.S. generation.
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Tesla files tax incentive application for $10.1 billion Texas solar cell plant
Tesla is seeking a ten-year property tax limitation in Texas to support the construction of a $10.1 billion solar cell manufacturing facility named Project Crystal Sun near Richmond in Fort Bend County. The facility aims to create over 9,700 permanent full-time jobs and over 1,100 peak construction jobs, contributing to the local economy. By being fully vertically integrated, the plant will bring cell and wafer fabrication directly onto domestic soil, supporting Tesla's goal of achieving 100 GW of annual domestic solar manufacturing capacity. This significant investment represents a major step towards advancing sustainable energy solutions and reducing carbon emissions.
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Five decades of research leads to solar PV’s emergence as the world’s dominant energy source
The article highlights the importance of solar PV in the defossilization of energy systems to limit global warming, with studies predicting a combined share of solar PV and wind power in electricity generation between 80% and 99% by 2050. The potential of combining solar PV technologies with sector coupling to achieve high solar PV shares in the energy system is emphasized, with projections that solar PV could supply roughly 61% of the world's electricity by 2050. Research also shows that solar PV could potentially supply 60-80% of global energy demand by mid-century, with a focus on detailed technical feasibility analyses and the integration of power-to-X routes and flexibility options. Solar energy is seen as a key component in establishing a sustainable civilization and the rise of the Solar Age, with research at LUT University covering various sectors such as power, heat, transport, industry, desalination, and carbon dioxide removal options.
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Apollo Power claims certification first for lightweight flexible module
Israeli company Apollo Power has achieved Class A fire certification for its new flexible solar module, Panda Plus, offering a power output of 320 W across a 2 m2 area. This certification, a first for flexible solar panels, was achieved through improved materials and manufacturing techniques. Apollo Power is also working on an integrated solar-roofing product with a US roofing company to target residential and commercial rooftops with weight or design constraints. Additionally, the company manufactures solar charging systems for various applications, including automotive, defense, and disaster relief, with exclusive distribution agreements and partnerships to deploy flexible solar energy solutions at gas stations and on trucks and buses in the US. Apollo Power manufactures all its panels in Israel and distributes through tier-one partners and direct sales to large end users like Amazon.
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Solar brings connectivity to more than 2,000 communities in the Brazilian Amazon
Off-grid solar systems are being utilized in the Brazilian Amazon to provide internet connectivity to over 2,000 Indigenous, Quilombola, and extractivist communities, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting digital connectivity for education, healthcare, and territorial management. This initiative, involving over 50 partner organizations, aims to expand digital inclusion in traditional Amazon communities by training local residents to operate and maintain the solar energy and connectivity systems. By increasing community autonomy and ensuring long-term operation in remote locations, the project is a sustainable solution for bringing essential services to underserved areas while reducing environmental impact.
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South Korea proceeds with largest single-site PV project to date
South Korea is set to build its largest solar complex, the 400 MW Haenam solar power complex, on idle land in the south of the country. The project, expected to be completed in 2028, will supply electricity to companies and industrial complexes with renewable energy targets. The project aims to lower power generation costs and will use domestically-produced solar modules, cells, and inverters. It also includes a resident participation and profit-sharing system, returning a total of KRW 150 billion to the local community. Additionally, a portion of the complex will be developed as agricultural solar power, in line with South Korea's agrivoltaics legislation.
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Philippines plans green energy auction for agrivoltaics, aquavoltaics
The Philippines is gearing up for its 9th green energy auction (GEA-9) focusing on agrisolar and aquasolar projects to maximize land and water resources while supporting food security and rural livelihoods. The Department of Energy is facilitating innovative projects that combine clean power generation with sustainable farming and fishing practices. As part of a larger plan to auction 25 GW of renewables by 2035, upcoming auctions will target rooftop solar, ground-mounted solar, floating solar, and off-grid areas served by the National Power Corporation. The country saw 899 MW of solar installed in 2025, bringing the total solar capacity to 3,892 MW.
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India’s rooftop solar scheme surpasses 5 million households
India's rooftop solar program, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, has rapidly expanded to support over 5 million households with a cumulative capacity of 14.8 GW in just over two years. With $8.6 billion in funding, the program is adding around 100,000 households every six days, leading to nearly 1.9 million households reporting zero electricity bills and over 1.2 million households earning income from selling surplus electricity. The highest monthly rooftop solar deployment was recorded in July 2026, showcasing the significant pace of installations. Furthermore, the program has fostered the growth of a nationwide rooftop solar ecosystem, with over 34,000 registered vendors and more than 232,000 people trained in the rooftop solar value chain.