Solar

Chile

Chile’s renewable energy sector is losing its lustre

Investors in Chile fret over transmission bottlenecks, permitting lags and a subsidy scheme — as well as an administration that is seemingly unfazed by their plight.

AfDB

Nigeria energy transition gets boost from AfDB $500 mn loan: experts

The AfDB’s $500 million loan will boost Nigeria’s energy transition and expand access to clean energy sources, experts say.

Shiroro

Nigeria’s Shiroro solar-hydro project will aid energy transition: experts

The Nigerian government has signed a joint venture for Shiroro Generating Company’s 20 MW solar-hydro hybrid project. Experts say the project will aid the energy transition and foster renewable energy growth.

bangladesh oil

Bangladesh oil tariff spike lures firms to solar

Higher Bangladesh oil and other fossil fuel tariffs are leading to greater installation of rooftop solar systems.

IEA report

U.S. renewables beats fossil fuels on cost of energy

A cost-of-energy analysis of different sources of electricity generation shows that solar, wind, and batteries offer some of the cheapest sources of power on offer. Still, there are challenges slowing faster deployment.

nigeria renewable energy

In Nigeria, renewable energy could satisfy energy needs

In Nigeria, renewable energy would satisfy the nation’s energy needs and power sustainable economic growth, according to a new report.

EIG bet on Chile signals strength of decarb drive

US investment giant EIG has acquired new assets in Chile including the crown jewel of Cerro Dominador, a solar complex comprising 110 MW of CSP and 100 MW of PV capacity, in the Atacama desert.