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- 1Study finds utility-scale solar lowers grid costs▼Our study didn’t ignore grid costs. We measured them — and utility-scale solar lowers them.
Researchers have pushed back against claims that their work overlooked grid expenses, saying the analysis directly measured them and found that large-scale solar power reduces overall system costs. The findings, published via Commonwealth Beacon, argue utility-scale solar delivers savings for electricity customers rather than added burdens, in a contribution to ongoing debates over renewable energy economics.
- 2ACEN sells initial 10% stake in 250-MW Indian solar project▼ACEN sells initial 10% stake in 250-MW Indian PV scheme
ACEN, the renewable energy arm of the Ayala Group, has sold an initial 10% stake in its 250-MW solar project in India. The partial divestment is an early step in the company's plans to bring in partners for the Indian photovoltaic scheme, reflecting ongoing interest from investors in utility-scale solar assets in the country.
- 3Lightyears and Maori partners break ground on 15-MW solar farm●Lightyears, Maori partners turn sod on 15-MW New Zealand solar project
Lightyears, together with Maori partners, has turned the first sod on a 15-megawatt solar project in New Zealand, marking the start of construction. The development reflects the country's accelerating push into utility-scale solar and the growing role of Maori partnerships in renewable energy ventures. Details on the project's location, investors and completion date have not yet been widely reported.
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New Zealand solar developer Lodestone Energy has launched its initial public offering, marking a step toward public listing for the utility-scale renewables company. The move opens the door for investors to buy into the country's growing solar sector, and market watchers will be tracking how the offering is received amid ongoing interest in clean energy assets across Australasia.
- 5Renewable Properties Acquires 71.8 MW Solar Portfolio in Pennsylvania▼Renewable Properties Acquires 71.8 MW PJM Solar Portfolio in Pennsylvania
Renewable Properties has acquired a 71.8 MW solar portfolio in Pennsylvania, located within the PJM electricity grid region. The deal adds to the company's growing renewable energy assets in the state and reflects continued investment in utility-scale solar across the PJM market.