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24/8/2025-Solar Energy Investment News & People Moves

  • Writer: Viridian Energy
    Viridian Energy
  • 4 days ago
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Germany News


NRW Launches Initiative to Install More Solar on Multi-Family Homes


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North Rhine-Westphalia’s state government, together with housing industry associations, companies, cooperatives, and NRW.


Energy4Climate, signed a declaration of intent to accelerate solar installations on multi-family buildings. The strategy includes expanding tenant-solar (Mieterstrom) models, community energy systems, and enhanced information and advisory services while reducing technical and bureaucratic barriers. With about 2.2 GW of new rooftop photovoltaic capacity added last year, uptake in multi-family housing remains low. The partners aim for substantial adoption of PV by 2030 to benefit residents directly.

 


Econergy Plans to Start Building Battery Storage in Germany in 2025

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Econergy Renewable Energy, an Israeli independent power producer, plans to begin constructing two battery storage systems totaling 100 MW in Germany during Q4 2025, with operations expected in Q1 2027. The projects benefit from regulatory incentives, such as exemption from grid fees until 2029.


Expected annual revenue is around €13 million, with an EBITDA of €11 million. The company is also expanding in Romania, pursuing co-located solar-plus-storage projects supported by €150 million in subsidies. Econergy’s European pipeline now spans ~13 GW (8.8 GW PV, 3.4 GW storage, 0.7 GW wind).

 


 

Fairnetz No Longer Approves New PV Systems with Feed-In Everywhere


Fairnetz GmbH, the distribution network operator around Reutlingen (Germany), has halted grid connections for new photovoltaic systems that feed electricity into the grid in certain areas, citing risk of grid overload. With ~11,700 PV systems in its area—covering about one in five roofs—the feeder grid now faces capacity constraints. Only zero-feed-in systems (solely for self-use) are currently permitted. Once local substations and lines are upgraded, full feed-in approval may resume. Fairnetz invites stakeholders with ~16 m² of space for potential network expansion.

 


 

Average Bid Price of €0.0484/kWh in Latest PV Ground-Mounted Auction


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In the most recent July auction for photovoltaic ground-mounted systems, the Federal Network Agency awarded 2,271 MW across 258 bids, with bid prices ranging between €0.04 and €0.0626 per kWh—well below the €0.068 max.


The volume-weighted average successful bid was €0.0484/kWh. Though competition remains healthy, tender participation dropped compared to March: 313 bids for 2,822 MW were submitted, with 19 valid bids ultimately rejected. Bayern secured the most capacity (689 MW), followed by Rheinland-Pfalz (251 MW) and Niedersachsen (250 MW). A further tender is scheduled for December, with ~2,266 MW expected.

 

 


 

USA News


Solar Tax Credit Cliff Tightens Project Deadlines

 

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U.S. solar project developers face an increasingly tight timeline as changes set by the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” accelerate the phase-out of federal investment and production tax credits.


Projects that begin construction between September 2, 2025 and July 4, 2026 must adhere to stricter “placed in service” deadlines. Those starting after July 4, 2026 must be completed by the end of 2027 in order to qualify for credits. These tightened deadlines are prompting developers to hasten project timelines to secure vital tax incentives.

 


 

USDA Announces It Will Discontinue Funding Solar Projects


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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that it will no longer fund solar or wind projects on productive farmland, citing concerns about keeping agricultural land affordable.


Additionally, the agency is barring the use of solar panels sourced from "foreign adversaries" in its funding programs. This marks a major shift in support for rural renewable deployment.

 


 

Solar Project and Finance Updates: Texas, New Mexico and Eastern U.S.


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Here are key developments from the U.S. solar landscape: OCI Energy has closed a sale of a utility-scale solar project; National Renewable Solutions has activated a project in New Mexico; and SolAmerica Energy secured a revolving credit facility to support distributed solar expansion in the eastern U.S.

 

 

CIP Acquires Another 1 GWh Arizona Battery

 

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), via its CI V fund, has acquired full ownership of the Beehive Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Arizona from EDF Renewables North America.


The project is a 250 MW, four-hour duration facility (totaling 1,000 MWh). Construction began under EDF and will now be overseen by CIP, with operations expected in the first half of 2026.

 


 

Pivot Energy and CU Boulder Break Ground on 5 MW Solar Project


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Pivot Energy and the University of Colorado Boulder have begun construction on a 5 MW direct-current solar project in Weld County, Colorado. Leveraging a virtual net metering program, CU Boulder will receive renewable energy credits and electricity from the project under a 20-year subscription agreement. This initiative supports the university’s Climate Action Plan by targeting a 50 % reduction in Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. Completion is expected in early 2026.



 

Peoples Move


New Leadership at MOS.25 GmbH

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On August 21, 2025, MOS.25 GmbH, a Hamburg-based supplier and manufacturer of photovoltaic mounting systems, announced Lutz Wolff as its new Managing Director. Bringing extensive experience in engineering and product management—most notably from his tenure at S:FLEX—Wolff steps into this leadership role poised to guide MOS.25's strategic growth.


His appointment comes at a pivotal time for the company as it navigates opportunities in the expanding photovoltaic market. With Wolff at the helm, MOS.25 aims to enhance its technical capabilities and reinforce its position in the industry.

 


 

 

Hector S. Appointed COO at CHINT Green Energy


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Hector S. has been named Chief Operating Officer at CHINT Green Energy, bringing nearly 15 years of experience in the renewable energy sector. His career has centered on project and construction management, where he has overseen large-scale solar developments and operational execution.


In his new role, Hector will focus on leading operations and strengthening CHINT’s international growth strategy in the solar PV market.


This appointment reflects CHINT’s commitment to expanding its global presence and operational excellence, while leveraging Hector’s expertise to drive efficiency, project delivery, and sustainable energy advancement worldwide.

 

 

Northern Sun Energy Appoints Kevin Ritzmann as VP and Managing Partner


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Northern Sun Energy, a turnkey EPC provider for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects, has appointed Kevin Ritzmann as vice president and managing partner. Ritzmann brings over 18 years of experience in renewable energy, construction management, and strategic operations, having overseen more than 2 GW of clean energy projects.


In his new role, he will drive the company’s expansion across the eastern U.S., focusing on delivering integrated solar and storage solutions. His appointment strengthens Northern Sun Energy’s leadership team and supports its mission to accelerate the deployment of sustainable, utility-scale energy infrastructure.

 

 
 
 

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