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NexGen Energy Corporation has secured three onshore wind energy service contracts from the department of energy (DOE), covering a combined potential capacity of 1.7 GW in the Philippines.
The contracts support the development of large-scale wind projects in Pangasinan (600 MW), Samar (600 MW) and Nueva Ecija (500 MW), representing an estimated USD 2.5 billion in prospective investment. According to NexGen, the awards significantly strengthen its development pipeline and position Airstream Renewables among the country’s leading utility-scale wind developers. Each project includes planned grid interconnections to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines, with dedicated transmission lines ranging from 7 km to 15 km and voltage levels of 138–230 kV.
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Nextera Aims To Build Up To 30 Gw In Data Center Power Supply Hubs By 2035NextEra Energy Resources expects it will develop at least 15 GW and as much as 30 GW in data center power supply hubs by 2035, according to an investor presentation on Monday.
As part of that effort, NextEra Energy Resources — a NextEra Energy unit — and Basin Electric Power Cooperative are considering jointly developing a 1,450-MW combined-cycle gas-fired power plant in North Dakota to serve a potential data center complex, the company and wholesale cooperative utility said Monday.
In October, NextEra and Basin Electric applied to the Southwest Power Pool’s fast-track interconnection study process to evaluate interconnection and transmission requirements for the project, they said.
"This project, developed through the Large Load Commercial Program, creates the framework needed to serve new, high-demand energy users, like data centers, while insulating existing cooperative members from significant cost increases," Basin Electric CEO and General Manager Todd Brickhouse said in the press release.
Separately, NextEra Energy Resources partnered with gas producer company Comstock Resources in July to build up to about 8 GW in gas-fired generation to serve data centers in Central Texas. The companies are negotiating on a deal with a “major hyperscaler,” according to NextEra’s presentation.
Currently, NextEra’s gas-fired generation pipeline totals about 20 GW in 11 states, according to the presentation.
Separately, NextEra has agreed to buy Symmetry Energy Solutions, a natural gas supply company, from Energy Capital Partners. NextEra expects the deal will close in the first quarter next year.
“As demand for energy infrastructure grows — driven, in part, by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) — the ability to efficiently move gas is more critical than ever,” NextEra said.
Symmetry has about 5,500 large commercial and industrial customers and 80,000 residential and small customers in 34 states, according to NextEra.
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10 December 20252 min readNextera Aims To Build Up To 30 Gw In Data Center Power Supply Hubs By 2035
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Corporate Buyers Contracted For 20.4 Gw Of ‘Clean’ Energy So Far This Year: CebaCorporate buyers contracted to buy about 20.4 GW of “clean” power from January to September, including 3.4 GW from “clean firm” technologies, the Clean Energy Buyers Association said this week.
CEBA called the numbers a significant increase in procurement of “clean firm” resources, which the organization defines as resources that can provide consistent power on demand from hydroelectric, geothermal, nuclear, long-duration energy storage and thermal with carbon capture and storage. Some jurisdictions have passed or are considering new large load interconnection rules that require customers to bring their own firm capacity.
“We’re on track to have the largest year ever buying carbon emissions-free electricity,” CEBA CEO Rich Powell said in an interview. Members remain committed to the clean energy transition, he said, despite regulatory rollbacks and market changes that have led some to alter their sustainability goals. “The data speaks for itself,” he added.
Powell said CEBA members, like everyone, are worried about climbing electricity prices amid escalating demands from artificial intelligence data centers. The organization represents hundreds of energy companies, service providers and corporate buyers, including many tech giants such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta.
“Our mission is low-cost, reliable, emissions-free electricity systems — in that order,” Powell said.
Many large energy buyers are working to overcome a narrative that data centers and other large loads are raising electricity prices for everyone, he said, adding that the cost increases hitting ratepayers now are largely for transmission and distribution. He pointed to a recent study by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory that found large loads can, under the right circumstances, apply downward pressure on prices.
However, inflation, slow permitting, grid hardening, interconnection queues and other issues driving up costs are problems for which there is no “silver bullet,” he warned.
“Our members are willing to do their fair share and, in many cases, more than their fair share,” Powell said. “Our members have, in many cases, embraced the new class of large load tariffs that are coming in around the country.”
Dozens of states have proposed or adopted rules meant to shield existing ratepayers from the cost to interconnect large loads, including by requiring those loads to curtail during times or grid stress, bring their own capacity or commit to paying for a large percentage of the power they say they will need, even if they don’t end up using that much.
Powell said the challenge of connecting large loads is driving innovation, both in the agreements companies are striking with utilities and in their operations. One of the most promising innovations, he said, is the idea of large load flexibility, despite some controversy over its feasibility in all markets.
“[Flexibility] is very real, and it’s particularly promising because it could happen fast,” Powell said. “It should be performance-based and sort of technology- or approach-neutral.”
Adopting a broad approach to flexibility would allow customers to meet the need in more than one way, he said. That could be by idling operations, paying others on the system to power down or by using on-site storage, for example, he said.
“It’s not a substitute for also doing a tremendous amount of new generation, you know, building and upgrades to transmission systems writ large and things like that,” he said. “We need to do all of those things, but flexibility can absolutely be a strong part of that package.”
As for the future of the clean energy transition, Powell expressed confidence that renewable energy, and solar in particular, will remain available and cost-competitive even without subsidies, but he’s also seeing large energy buyers diversify their strategies.
“Our members are definitely broadening out what they’re contracting for,” Powell said, pointing to the surge in contracts for “clean firm” technologies.
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10 December 20254 min readCorporate Buyers Contracted For 20.4 Gw Of ‘Clean’ Energy So Far This Year: Ceba
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Corporate Buyers Have Contracted For 20.4 Gw Of ‘Clean’ Energy So Far This Year: CebaCorporate buyers contracted to buy about 20.4 GW of “clean” power from January to September, including 3.4 GW from “clean firm” technologies, the Clean Energy Buyers Association said this week.
CEBA called the numbers a significant increase in procurement of “clean firm” resources, which the organization defines as resources that can provide consistent power on demand from hydroelectric, geothermal, nuclear, long-duration energy storage and thermal with carbon capture and storage. Some jurisdictions have passed or are considering new large load interconnection rules that require customers to bring their own firm capacity.
“We’re on track to have the largest year ever buying carbon emissions-free electricity,” CEBA CEO Rich Powell said in an interview. Members remain committed to the clean energy transition, he said, despite regulatory rollbacks and market changes that have led some to alter their sustainability goals. “The data speaks for itself,” he added.
Powell said CEBA members, like everyone, are worried about climbing electricity prices amid escalating demands from artificial intelligence data centers. The organization represents hundreds of energy companies, service providers and corporate buyers, including many tech giants such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta.
“Our mission is low-cost, reliable, emissions-free electricity systems — in that order,” Powell said.
Many large energy buyers are working to overcome a narrative that data centers and other large loads are raising electricity prices for everyone, he said, adding that the cost increases hitting ratepayers now are largely for transmission and distribution. He pointed to a recent study by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory that found large loads can, under the right circumstances, apply downward pressure on prices.
However, inflation, slow permitting, grid hardening, interconnection queues and other issues driving up costs are problems for which there is no “silver bullet,” he warned.
“Our members are willing to do their fair share and, in many cases, more than their fair share,” Powell said. “Our members have, in many cases, embraced the new class of large load tariffs that are coming in around the country.”
Dozens of states have proposed or adopted rules meant to shield existing ratepayers from the cost to interconnect large loads, including by requiring those loads to curtail during times or grid stress, bring their own capacity or commit to paying for a large percentage of the power they say they will need, even if they don’t end up using that much.
Powell said the challenge of connecting large loads is driving innovation, both in the agreements companies are striking with utilities and in their operations. One of the most promising innovations, he said, is the idea of large load flexibility, despite some controversy over its feasibility in all markets.
“[Flexibility] is very real, and it’s particularly promising because it could happen fast,” Powell said. “It should be performance-based and sort of technology- or approach-neutral.”
Adopting a broad approach to flexibility would allow customers to meet the need in more than one way, he said. That could be by idling operations, paying others on the system to power down or by using on-site storage, for example, he said.
“It’s not a substitute for also doing a tremendous amount of new generation, you know, building and upgrades to transmission systems writ large and things like that,” he said. “We need to do all of those things, but flexibility can absolutely be a strong part of that package.”
As for the future of the clean energy transition, Powell expressed confidence that renewable energy, and solar in particular, will remain available and cost-competitive even without subsidies, but he’s also seeing large energy buyers diversify their strategies.
“Our members are definitely broadening out what they’re contracting for,” Powell said, pointing to the surge in contracts for “clean firm” technologies.
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10 December 20254 min readCorporate Buyers Have Contracted For 20.4 Gw Of ‘Clean’ Energy So Far This Year: Ceba
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Italy Auctions 7.4 Gw Solar And 940 Mw Wind ProjectsItaly’s energy management agency has released the results for the competitive procedures for wind and solar projects under the FER-X Transitory decree. A total of around 940 MW has been allocated to 29 wind projects, with a weighted average award price of €72.851 per MWh, reflecting an average reduction of 19.67 per cent. Additionally, approximately 7,700 MW has been awarded to 474 solar projects, with a weighted average award price of €6.825 per MWh, marking an average reduction of 37.34 per cent.
The ceiling tariffs were set at €77.738 per MWh for wind and €62.675 per MWh for solar. Most permitted solar projects involved new construction, while nearly one-third of permitted wind project applications involved complete refurbishments, representing over half of the admitted wind capacity. In the solar segment, a notable share of withdrawals involved projects that had either submitted expressions of interest for the FER-X NZIA call or had been accepted under the agrivoltaic development measure. Additionally, for all projects admitted to a valid ranking position, the publication of results constitutes formal confirmation, triggering the 36-month deadline for commissioning as stipulated under the decree.
Applications for the support mechanism must be submitted through the FER-X portal within 90 calendar days from the date the project becomes operational, failing which the project will lose the awarded tariff and the deposit enforced. Moreover, the agency will announce separately the opening date for the portal functionality. For plants already operating, the 90-day submission timeline will begin from that announced date.
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09 December 20252 min readItaly Auctions 7.4 Gw Solar And 940 Mw Wind Projects
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India Is A Key Driver Of The Global Renewable Energy Surge; Records Highest-Ever 31.25 Gw Non-Fossil Addition In Fy 25-26 : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi – EqIn Short : India has emerged as a major force in the global renewable energy transition, achieving a record-breaking 31.25 GW of non-fossil energy capacity addition in FY 2025-26. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted that this unprecedented growth strengthens India’s position as a clean-energy leader, accelerates sustainability goals, and supports the nation’s commitment to expanding renewable power across sectors.
In Detail :Odisha to Get 1.5 Lakh Rooftop Solar Units Under New Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) Model, Empowering 7-8 Lakh Citizens: Union Minister Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Addresses Global Energy Leaders’ Summit in Puri
Highlighting India’s historic clean energy expansion, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Shri Pralhad Joshi said that India has recorded its highest-ever addition of non-fossil capacity in the current financial year at 31.25 GW, including 24.28 GW of solar. Speaking at the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit 2025 in Puri, Odisha, the Minister also announced a 1.5 lakh rooftop solar ULA model for Odisha, designed to benefit and empower 7-8 lakh people across the State.
After taking nearly 70 years to reach 1 TW of renewable energy capacity in 2022, the world achieved 2 TW by 2024, adding the second terawatt in just two years, the Minister said. India is a key driver of this explosive global surge in renewable energy. In the last 11 years, the country’s solar capacity has grown from 2.8 GW to around 130 GW, a rise of more than 4,500%. Between 2022 and 2024 alone, India contributed 46 GW to global solar additions, becoming the third-largest contributor.
The Minister noted that India holds the world’s fifth-largest coal reserves and is the second-largest consumer of coal. He said that even with this abundance, India is steadily balancing coal with renewable energy as the transition gathers pace. With global mechanisms now shaping industrial competitiveness, he said India’s shift towards renewable energy has become even more urgent and strategically important.
Highlighting major new initiatives for Odisha, the Minister announced the approval of a consumer-owned Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) model under PM Surya Ghar for installing 1.5 lakh rooftop solar systems of 1 kW each in the State. This will benefit nearly 7-8 lakhs of people, especially from economically weaker households in Odisha.
The Minister noted that Odisha is already demonstrating strong clean energy adoption. With over 3.1 GW of installed renewable capacity, clean energy now accounts for more than 34 percent of the State’s total installed power capacity. Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, 1.6 lakh households have applied for rooftop solar, over 23,000 installations have been completed, and more than 19,200 families have received subsidies exceeding ₹147 crore directly into their bank accounts.
Shri Joshi underscored that the overall ecosystem created by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, ease of doing business, investor confidence, infrastructure, demand-driven schemes and strong Centre–State cooperation, has driven India’s renewable energy expansion.
The Minister expressed confidence that the coming years will belong to Odisha, praising the strong leadership of Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo and the people of the State for advancing renewable energy and green technology.
The Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS) in Puri marks the first step in building a vibrant Community of Practice that brings together policymakers, innovators and industry leaders to accelerate India’s clean energy transition. Being held from 5–7 December 2025, GELS Puri 2025 will host Union and State Energy Ministers alongside global energy leaders, innovators and industry titans for an immersive summit focused on shaping the future of energy.
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09 December 20253 min readIndia Is A Key Driver Of The Global Renewable Energy Surge; Records Highest-Ever 31.25 Gw Non-Fossil Addition In Fy 25-26 : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi – Eq
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Cerc Grants 70% Interim Tariff For Pgcil’S 8.1 Gw Rajasthan Solar Evacuation Transmission Assets Under Phase-Ii-Part B1The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has issued an Interim Order on Petition No. 80/TT/2025 related to the determination of transmission tariff for several assets under the Transmission System Strengthening Scheme for the evacuation of power from Solar Energy Zones in Rajasthan (8.1 GW) under Phase-II-Part B1. The petition was filed by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL), a deemed transmission licensee, seeking approval for tariff from the Commercial Operation Date (COD) up to March 31, 2024. The approval request was made under the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2019.
The Interim Order, dated December 5, 2025, was issued by a Coram comprising Chairperson Shri Jishnu Barua and Members Shri Ramesh Babu V., Shri Harish Dudani, and Shri Ravinder Singh Dhillon. The petition listed multiple Respondents, including state electricity distribution companies such as Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited, Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited, Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited, Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited, Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited, and major private distribution utilities, including BSES Yamuna Power Limited and Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited. Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL) was also included as a respondent in the case.
The petition primarily dealt with tariff determination for various transmission assets, including 400/220 kV and 765/400 kV Inter-Connecting Transformers (ICTs), and STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) installations located at the Fatehgarh-II and Bhadla-II substations in Rajasthan. These assets consist of multiple high-capacity transformers, such as the 400/220 kV, 500 MVA ICTs and the 765/400 kV, 1500 MVA ICTs. Additionally, the petition includes key reactive power management systems like the ±600 MVAr STATCOM at Bhadla-II and two ±300 MVAr STATCOM units at Fatehgarh-II.
During the hearing held on November 20, 2025, representatives of PGCIL requested the Commission to approve an interim tariff of 80 percent of the Annual Fixed Charges (AFC) claimed for the assets under the petition. Taking the submissions into account, the Commission decided to allow only 70 percent of the AFC as an interim tariff for most of the transmission assets. This approval was granted under Regulation 10(3) of both the 2019 and 2024 Tariff Regulations after carrying out a preliminary prudence check of the AFC claimed and considering the time overrun encountered in commissioning the assets. The Commission noted that a detailed examination of time delay and cost components will be undertaken during the final tariff determination.
For instance, Asset-1, which includes the 400/220 kV 500 MVA 9th ICT, had a claimed AFC of ₹210.10 lakh for FY 2022–23 (for 120 days on a pro-rata basis) and ₹668.15 lakh for FY 2023–24. Against this claim, the Commission approved interim tariffs of ₹147.07 lakh for 2022–23 and ₹467.71 lakh for 2023–24, based on the 70 percent allocation rule.
However, the Commission declined to grant interim tariff approval for Asset-10, Asset-11, Asset-12, Asset-13, Asset-14, Asset-15, and Asset-16B. These assets fall under Regulation 5(2) of the 2019 Tariff Regulations and Regulation 5(1) of the 2024 Tariff Regulations, which require more detailed scrutiny before any decision can be made. The final tariff for these assets will be addressed in the subsequent detailed order.
The interim tariff allowed will apply from the respective CODs of the assets, and the charges are subject to adjustment as per Regulation 10 of both the 2019 and 2024 Tariff Regulations.
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07 December 20253 min readCerc Grants 70% Interim Tariff For Pgcil’S 8.1 Gw Rajasthan Solar Evacuation Transmission Assets Under Phase-Ii-Part B1
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Nexgen Subsidiary Secures 1.7 Gw In New Onshore Wind ContractsNexGen Energy Corporation has secured three onshore wind energy service contracts from the department of energy (DOE), covering a combined potential capacity of 1.7 GW in the Philippines.
The contracts support the development of large-scale wind projects in Pangasinan (600 MW), Samar (600 MW) and Nueva Ecija (500 MW), representing an estimated USD 2.5 billion in prospective investment. According to NexGen, the awards significantly strengthen its development pipeline and position Airstream Renewables among the country’s leading utility-scale wind developers. Each project includes planned grid interconnections to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines, with dedicated transmission lines ranging from 7 km to 15 km and voltage levels of 138–230 kV.
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Chinese Pv Industry Brief: Aiko, Skyworth Pv Plan 5 Gw Back-Contact Solar Module Factory In GuangxiA newly formed joint venture between back-contact (BC) solar module maker Aiko and Skyworth PV is planning to build a 5 GW BC panel factory in Beihai, Guangxi province. The new company, called Skyworth-Aiko (Beihai) Solar Technology Co., Ltd., will invest approximately CNY 2 billion ($282.8 million) in the new facility, which will host two production lines, each with a capacity of 2.5 GW. The project has already passed environmental review.
Golden Solar announced that its subsidiary Guangdong Golden Glass Technology (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. has signed a 298 MW heterojunction (HJT) cell supply contract with an undisclosed customer in South Asia. Golden Solar did not disclose the counterparty due to a confidentiality agreement, but said the deal is valued at more than CNY 100 million.
Talesun said it reached a preliminary agreement with Uzbekistan’s industrial conglomerate AKFA Group to jointly develop several PV projects with a combined capacity of 500 MW. The two sides plan cooperation on module supply, localization of manufacturing, and access to international sales channels.
In another overseas move, TCL Solar signed a memorandum of agreement with Korean EPC firm I-Solar Energy. Under the terms of the agreement, TCL Solar will become the preferred supplier for commercial and industrial rooftop PV panels in Korea, promoting its lightweight module products designed for roof load constraints.
GCL Optoelectronics reached a cooperation intent with Jiangsu Xiuqiang Glass to explore opportunities in the building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) space. The companies plan to share market insights and technical standards.
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C&I Developers Poised To Deliver Up To 80 Gw Of Renewable Energy By 2030: Mnre Secretary – EqIn Short : India’s MNRE Secretary stated that commercial and industrial (C&I) developers could supply up to 80 GW of renewable energy by 2030, driven by rising corporate clean energy demand and supportive policies. This surge will boost green investments, reduce industrial emissions, and strengthen India’s decarbonization path. The C&I segment is emerging as a major pillar of India’s renewable energy growth.
In Detail :The MNRE Secretary’s projection that India’s commercial and industrial developers could supply up to 80 GW of renewable energy by 2030 highlights the rapidly growing importance of the C&I sector. With industries increasingly adopting clean energy for cost savings and sustainability goals, the segment is becoming one of the strongest drivers of India’s green transition.
C&I developers are expanding quickly due to rising corporate commitments toward carbon neutrality. Many companies are adopting renewable energy for their manufacturing units, data centers, and commercial facilities. Green power offers not just environmental benefits but also long-term cost stability, making it highly attractive for India’s industrial backbone.
Open-access renewable energy solutions—such as solar, wind, and hybrid projects—are playing a central role in this growth. These models allow companies to directly procure clean energy from developers at competitive tariffs, bypassing traditional grid-based limitations. This flexibility is accelerating C&I adoption across multiple states.
The Secretary emphasized that supportive policies are crucial to enabling this expansion. Reforms in open-access regulations, green energy corridors, and transmission infrastructure are helping developers scale capacity faster. Stable and predictable policies encourage long-term investments and reduce risks for both developers and consumers.
Hybrid and round-the-clock renewable energy solutions are gaining momentum in the C&I space. By integrating solar, wind, and energy storage, developers can offer more reliable power that meets industrial demand patterns. These advanced models strengthen grid stability and enable continuous clean energy supply.
The growing demand is also encouraging innovation in power delivery models. Corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs), group captive structures, and renewable energy trading options on exchanges have opened new avenues for industries to access cleaner power at scale. These mechanisms are expected to dominate renewable procurement over the next decade.
Expanding C&I renewable deployment also contributes significantly to national decarbonization goals. Industrial sectors account for a major share of India’s emissions, and transitioning them to green energy is essential for meeting climate commitments and enhancing global competitiveness in sustainable manufacturing.
The rise of C&I developers will further stimulate domestic renewable manufacturing, job creation, and supply chain strengthening. As more large-scale projects are commissioned, demand for solar modules, wind components, transmission cables, and energy storage technologies will grow, boosting India’s clean energy economy.
Overall, the MNRE Secretary’s 80 GW outlook underscores the transformative potential of the C&I renewable energy market. With strong demand, policy support, and innovative business models, the sector is positioned to become a major contributor to India’s energy transition and a key pillar of its sustainable industrial future.
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Egypt’S $15 Billion South Sinai Renewable Energy Project Set To Deliver 10 Gw Clean PowerEgypt is moving ahead with a historic renewable energy initiative as a consortium led by the Spanish company Abengoa announced a massive $15 billion investment plan in South Sinai. The project focuses on developing both solar and wind power generation and aims to produce 10 gigawatts of clean energy in the coming years. This development marks a major milestone in Egypt’s long-term renewable energy vision and reflects strong international confidence in the country’s growing clean energy sector.
The scale of this investment highlights Egypt’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy capacity and transitioning toward a greener and more sustainable economy. It is not an isolated effort but part of a broader strategy to attract foreign investment and technical expertise. In recent years, Egypt has been involved in several large-scale renewable projects, including the financing of a 1-gigawatt solar plant. Together, these developments demonstrate a clear pathway for the country to become a leader in clean energy production.
The South Sinai project is expected to create one of the largest renewable energy complexes in the Middle East. This initiative has long-term value because it is structured around power-purchase agreements for both solar and wind components, which ensures stable financial returns and sustainable operation. With this foundation, Egypt is positioning itself as a key player in the global shift away from fossil fuels and towards renewable energy.
The impact of such a major project extends beyond Egypt’s borders. When countries invest in large-scale renewable facilities, it accelerates the advancement of clean energy technology and strengthens global supply chains. This helps reduce the cost of renewable energy components, making technologies such as rooftop solar panels more affordable for households and businesses worldwide. For example, consumers and tenants across Germany and other European countries could benefit from price reductions driven by greater manufacturing scale.
The renewable energy expansion in Egypt is part of a wider movement across the Middle East and North Africa. Regional players are rapidly diversifying their energy sources. Saudi Arabia has announced its target to generate 58.7 gigawatts of renewable power by 2030, supported by domestic solar panel manufacturing. Kuwait is also advancing major projects such as the Al Dibdibah solar plant, designed as part of an integrated renewable energy hub expected to support long-term sustainability. This regional momentum indicates a collective push toward energy transition and collaboration in green technology innovation.
Beyond power generation, the South Sinai project could strongly boost local industry development. With a 10-GW renewable energy pipeline planned, Egypt has the chance to build a domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem. To meet the scale of demand, the country will need to develop understanding across the full value chain, including solar panel production processes, raw material sourcing, advanced machinery, and cost-efficient factory models. Although the investment required for establishing solar manufacturing facilities is substantial, the long-term advantages include job creation, technology development, lower energy costs, and improved energy security. Egypt’s journey represents more than just infrastructure expansion. It reflects a national commitment to sustainability and economic modernization. The $15 billion renewable investment project symbolizes a future in which clean energy plays a central role in national development. As the project moves forward, Egypt stands as an important example for countries worldwide looking to balance growth with environmental responsibility and to take decisive steps toward a cleaner energy future.
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05 December 20253 min readEgypt’S $15 Billion South Sinai Renewable Energy Project Set To Deliver 10 Gw Clean Power
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Great British Energy Plans 15 Gw Clean Energy InvestmentSolar and energy storage will be core technologies in Great British Energy’s (GBE) investment strategy, according to the UK state-owned company’s first strategic plan.
GBE has committed to deliver at least 15 GW of clean energy generation and storage assets by 2030 and is aiming to mobilize GBP 15 billion of private finance in that time. The UK government’s renewables investment vehicle is expected to establish a portfolio through investment and ownership. Revenues from GBE’s income-generating portfolio are to be reinvested to support further capacity deployment.
GBE was established in May 2025 and the company has already backed a number of distributed PV projects in the United Kingdom, including the rollout of rooftop solar on school and hospital sites.
The company’s new strategic plan lists three priority areas for the company: local energy, onshore generation and offshore generation. Solar and battery energy storage systems will be priority technologies for both local community and large-scale onshore investment, alongside wind, pumped hydro and long-duration energy storage.
GBE will also operate a GBE Ventures arm tasked with considering other technologies and projects such as carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), and hydrogen.
The strategic plan provides more detail on a GBP 1 billion investment in the Energy – Engineered in the UK program, with a formal launch scheduled before the end of 2025. The program is expected to issue grants and investments to support clean energy industrial capacity in the United Kingdom, such as domestic component manufacturing and some nascent technologies such as deepwater wind.
GBE's strategic plan is part of a wider UK government strategy that requires a significant ramp up in renewables deployment to meet 2030 capacity targets. The government's Clean Power 2030 plan sets targets of 45 GW to 47 GW of solar power, 43 GW to 50 GW offshore wind, and 27 GW to 29 GW of onshore wind in the next five years. The latest UK government solar deployment statistics recorded 20.7 GW of deployed solar at the end of October 2025.
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Us Added 2 Gw Of Solar In September, Putting 2025 Ahead Of 2024 For New Solar GenerationThe results of FERC’s latest infrastructure report show that solar continues to dominate new generation coming online as the country experiences rising demand for the first time in about two decades. The report does not include energy storage or rooftop solar.
Enverus Intelligence Research recently released its long-term U.S. power capacity expansion outlook, which projected a 57% increase in installed capacity by 2050 driven largely by solar and nuclear.
EIR analysts said they expect solar additions to peak in 2028, “but remain competitive, supported by ongoing demand for power purchase agreements (PPAs) and low costs.”
“Our analysis shows the U.S. grid is entering a transformative period, with solar installations surging in the near term and nuclear power taking a leading role in the decades ahead,” Juan Arteaga, principal analyst at EIR, said in a statement.
EIR’s relatively positive outlook for solar comes despite attacks on renewable energy by the Trump administration, whose officials have derided solar and wind as unreliable and expensive. In July, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act sunsetting renewable energy tax credits early, and his administration has also sought to revoke permits for some renewable energy projects and subject others to additional scrutiny that has slowed deployment.
But the administration’s preferred alternatives — nuclear, gas and coal — face myriad obstacles to replacing solar as the dominant new generation source.
The EIR report said nuclear will not achieve steady expansion until around 2040, while gas will continue to displace coal, which it expects to be fully phased out around the same time.
Of the 136 GW of “high probability” additions FERC expects to see energized by September 2028, solar accounts for 91 GW — about 67%. Wind makes up 23 GW, or 17% of high probability additions; gas accounts for 20 GW, or about 15%; and nuclear is expected to provide just 335 MW — 0.2%.
"FERC’s latest data show that no amount of rhetorical manipulation can change the fact that solar, wind, and other renewables continue on the path to eventual domination of the energy market,” said Ken Bossong, the executive director of the pro-solar Sun Day Campaign, in a statement.
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05 December 20252 min readUs Added 2 Gw Of Solar In September, Putting 2025 Ahead Of 2024 For New Solar Generation
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