Latest Developments in Solar Energy: Global Projects, Innovations, and Market Trends

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### Akuo to Build 195 MW Solar Plant in Texas Under PPA with Imerys

Imerys has signed a 15-year solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Akuo for a 195 MW plant in Texas. This initiative will help meet 30% of the US energy needs and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 67,000 tons annually.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 20, 2025*

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### SEG Solar Finalizes $50 Million Section 45X Credit Sale

Moss Adams LLP (now Baker Tilly) has facilitated a $50 million Section 45X tax credit deal for SEG Solar, based on its Houston module production slated for 2025.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 20, 2025*

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### India Can Add 27 GW Solar by Repurposing Coal Mines, Says GEM Report

According to a recent report by Global Energy Monitor, there is nearly 300 GW of solar potential on abandoned coal mines globally, with India capable of contributing 27.11 GW, ranking fourth worldwide.
*By Nandini Yelabaka, June 20, 2025*

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### Engie & SOLARCYCLE Launch Midwest Solar Precycling Program

Engie and SOLARCYCLE have initiated a 375 MW pilot project in the US Midwest, aiming to recycle 1 million panels, reduce emissions by 33,000 tons, and prevent 48 million pounds of landfill waste.
*By Nandini Yelabaka, June 20, 2025*

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### Portugal’s Largest Sonnedix PV Plant Goes Live in Tarouca

The 150 MW Sonnedix Douro solar plant in Portugal has commenced operations under a 10-year PPA with Equinix, supplying power to 76,000 homes and avoiding 82,000 tons of CO₂ emissions.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 20, 2025*

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### CGN Brasil Energizes 165 MW Solar Complex in Ceará

The 165 MW Lagoinha Solar Complex has been energized by CGN Brasil, marking its first greenfield solar project and providing power for 200,000 homes.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 20, 2025*

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### BeGreen & Equinor Start 65 MW PV Project in Denmark

Equinor and BeGreen have initiated production at the 65 MW Ingerslev Å solar plant in Denmark, with Danske Commodities managing the power sales in DK1.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 19, 2025*

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### Array Technologies to Acquire APA Solar in $179 Million Deal in Ohio

Array Technologies is set to acquire APA Solar for $179 million, enhancing the development of US-made integrated tracker-foundation solar systems.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 19, 2025*

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### Octopus Energy Unveils $250 Million Clean Power Initiative in Africa

The OEPA fund, created by Octopus Energy and PRIM, has launched with an initial $60 million investment to support clean energy initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa, targeting a total of $250 million over three years.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 19, 2025*

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### Peak Energy Secures 48 MW Solar Portfolio in Tokyo

Peak Energy has acquired a 48 MW portfolio of ready-to-build solar sites in Japan, with plans for Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) integration from 2026 to 2027.
*By Nandini Yelabaka, June 19, 2025*

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### Delta Electronics India & KP Group Sign MoUs for Cleantech Projects

Delta Electronics India and KP Group have signed three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to collaborate on developing solar, BESS, and green hydrogen infrastructure in India and internationally.
*By Nandini Yelabaka, June 19, 2025*

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### DNV Named Owner’s Engineer for AMEA’s 1 GW PV Project in Egypt

AMEA Power has selected DNV to oversee its 1 GW Abydos solar PV and 600 MWh BESS project in Egypt, which is expected to power 500,000 homes and reduce CO₂ emissions by 1.5 million tons.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 19, 2025*

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### Tindo Signs Export Deal with Vietnam for 15 MW Solar Panels

Thanh Do Australia has entered into a five-year agreement worth $8.4 million with Tindo in Adelaide to supply 15 MW of cyclone-rated rooftop solar panels for projects in Vietnam.
*By Prudhvi Rani, June 19, 2025*

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