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Malaysia unveils sixth large-scale solar tender The sixth round of Malaysia’s large-scale solar program is targeting 2.5 GW of solar tied to 1.25 GW of storage. Interested developers will be able to purchase the request for proposals document from July 27.
Patrick Jowett
10 hours ago
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The Philippines inaugurates first phase of massive solar-storage project The first phase of the MTerra Solar project in the Philippines has energized over 1.3 GW of solar and 825 MW of battery energy storage. Once completed, the project is set to deliver 3.5 GW of solar tied to 4.5 GWh of storage.
Patrick Jowett
Jul 15, 2026
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Pakistan imports 4.6 GWh of BESS in 2025 Latest report from Renewables First finds battery storage is beginning to following the growth trajectory of rooftop solar in Pakistan with lithium-ion battery energy storage system imports increasing 220% year-on-year in 2025.
Patrick Jowett
Jul 15, 2026
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Philippines proposes transmission grid reforms, updates to net-metering The Philippines is proposing reforms to the grid code covering its high-voltage power transmission system to enable better integration of renewable energy. It is also planning amendments to its net-metering framework.
Patrick Jowett
Jul 13, 2026
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Solar boom in the Philippines continues as electricity prices rise Solar panel imports to the Philippines are continuing to grow as residential electricity tariffs rise to the highest in southeast Asia, with an estimated 3 GW of imported Chinese panels currently destined for the country.
Patrick Jowett
Jul 06, 2026
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Bhutan secures funding for 310 MW of solar A $160 million loan from the Asian Development Bank will support the development of three solar farms in Bhutan with a combined capacity of 310 MW.
Patrick Jowett
Jul 03, 2026
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Oman awards 500 MW solar, 2 GW pumped hydro contracts Oman has entered into agreements with two consortia led by France’s EDF for the development of a 500 MW solar project and 2 GW pumped hydro facility, which is set to be the largest hydro plant in the Middle East.
Patrick Jowett
Jul 02, 2026
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Maxeon, Qcells settle patent dispute Maxeon Solar Technologies and Qcells have settled their global patent dispute, ending all litigation over TOPCon solar cell technology and related claims.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 01, 2026
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Bangladesh launches tender for 95 MW of solar Bangladesh has tendered 95 MW of grid-connected solar projects in Cox’s Bazar and Rangamati to be developed by private investors. The projects face investor concerns over lack of payment guarantees and financing support from the government.
Syful Islam
Jun 30, 2026