Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on RWE, Inox Solar, LONGi, GS Power, among others.
RWE to Build Germany’s Largest Battery Storage Facility at Former Nuclear Site
RWE has begun construction of Germany’s largest battery storage facility at the former Gundremmingen nuclear power site in Bavaria. The €230 million project will feature a 400-megawatt (MW) system with 700 megawatt-hours (MWh) of storage capacity, using the site’s existing grid connection. The facility will include over 200 containers housing about 850,000 lithium iron phosphate battery cells, supported by more than 100 high-speed inverters for rapid energy response to stabilize the grid. Scheduled for commercial operation in early 2028, the system can deliver power continuously for nearly two hours. The project underscores RWE’s growing investment in battery storage, with 1.2 GW already in operation globally and another 2.7 GW under construction. The Gundremmingen site, once home to two nuclear reactors, is being transformed as part of RWE’s broader energy transition strategy.
Inox Solar and LONGi Partner for 5-GW Solar Module Supply in India
Inox Solar has signed a strategic partnership with LONGi to supply 5 GW of high-efficiency solar modules for projects across India, supporting the country’s rapid renewable energy expansion. The collaboration represents an estimated investment exceeding USD 1.5 billion over multiple phases. Leveraging LONGi’s advanced monocrystalline technology and Inox’s strong domestic project pipeline, the partnership enhances local value creation and technology transfer. The alliance focuses on innovation in module efficiency and reliability, ensuring cost-effective power generation for customers. By strengthening India’s Make in India initiative, it will deliver affordable clean energy, reduce imports, and boost energy security. The initiative benefits utilities, developers, and industries, accelerating India’s path toward its 500-GW renewable energy target by 2030.
GS Power Partners Acquires Community Solar Garden Project in New York
GS Power Partners, a US-based clean energy investment firm, has acquired a community solar garden project in New York State, expanding its distributed solar portfolio. The project, with a capacity of around 10 MW, represents an investment of approximately USD 25 million and will supply renewable power to local homes and small businesses through subscription-based models. Featuring advanced monitoring systems and high-efficiency solar panels, the project enhances performance and long-term reliability. The acquisition reflects GS Power’s customer-focused strategy of providing affordable, local clean energy while supporting grid decentralization. Expected to offset thousands of tonnes of CO₂ annually, the project delivers economic benefits, including community participation, lower energy costs, and strengthened energy equity across New York’s solar market.
Faheema P