Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on Uniper, BlueSun Solar, Aquila, among others.
Uniper Approves 288 MWp Solar Projects in Poland and UK, Targeting 2025 Completion
German utility Uniper has taken a final investment decision (FID) on 288 MWp of solar power projects in Poland and the UK, strengthening its renewable energy expansion strategy in Europe. The decision marks a major investment aimed at accelerating low-carbon electricity generation and supporting national climate targets. With a strong customer focus, the projects will supply clean, reliable solar power to households, businesses, and corporate offtakers, helping stabilise energy costs. The portfolio will deploy innovative photovoltaic technology, optimised plant design, and digital performance monitoring to maximise efficiency and output. Key benefits include reduced carbon emissions, improved energy security, diversified generation assets, and long-term value creation, reinforcing Uniper’s commitment to sustainable growth and Europe’s energy transition.
BlueSun Solar to Develop 26 MW Solar Farm for ZESCO in Zambia
BlueSun Solar has secured a contract to build a 26-MW solar power plant in Zambia for a unit of state-owned utility ZESCO, highlighting fresh investment in the country’s renewable energy sector. The project supports Zambia’s strategy to diversify electricity generation and improve power reliability amid hydropower constraints. With a strong customer focus, the solar farm will supply clean, affordable electricity to homes and businesses while strengthening grid resilience. The development will deploy innovative photovoltaic technology, optimised plant design, and modern grid-integration systems to maximise efficiency and output. Key benefits include reduced carbon emissions, improved energy security, lower exposure to climate-related risks, and long-term cost stability for consumers, reinforcing solar energy’s growing role in Zambia’s sustainable power and economic development goals.
Aquila Secures Full Funding for 26.3 MWp Solar Fishery Project in Taiwan
Aquila Capital has secured full financing for its 26.3 MWp solar fishery project in Taiwan, underscoring strong investment momentum in innovative renewable energy solutions. The project integrates solar power generation with aquaculture, supporting Taiwan’s strategy to expand clean energy while optimising land and water use. With a clear customer focus, the development will supply reliable, low-carbon electricity and create additional value for local fishery operators. The project will deploy innovative photovoltaic technology tailored for dual-use solar-fishery applications, ensuring efficient energy production without disrupting aquaculture activities. Key benefits include reduced carbon emissions, improved energy security, sustainable income diversification for communities, and long-term asset stability, reinforcing Aquila’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure and Taiwan’s renewable energy transition.
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