1.3GW Solar Storage Power Station Connected to the Grid!
Recently, the 1.3GW solar storage power station located in the Tarim Oilfield successfully connected to the grid. This power station is situated on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert and spans an area of 35,000 acres, marking a significant step in China’s exploration of solar desertification solutions.
Source: Trina Solar
China’s New Online Electricity Pricing Policy and Its Impact on the Photovoltaic Market
On February 9, 2025, China’s National Development and Reform Commission, along with the National Energy Administration, released a notice titled “Notice on Deepening the Market-Oriented Reform of New Energy Online Electricity Prices to Promote High-Quality Development of New Energy.”
Source: InfoLink Consulting
Distributed and Centralized Photovoltaics Supporting Rural Development
To implement the “carbon peak and carbon neutrality” policy, Huangping County is actively promoting the construction and rational development of a diversified new energy system. Recently, three distributed photovoltaic projects have received investment approvals.
Source: Huangping County Government
Xinjiang Corps Unveils 1.8GW Renewable Energy Market Projects
The Development and Reform Commission of the Eighth Division of the Xinjiang Corps has announced the first batch of market-oriented renewable energy projects for 2025. This includes a 1.5GW photovoltaic project supporting the Xinjiang Corps’ Calculation Center and a 300MW photovoltaic project in Shihezi City, totaling 1.8GW. Participating companies include Xinjiang Tianxi Guihe Cloud Smart Technology Co., Ltd., Guangxi Water Resources and Electric Power Construction Group Co., Ltd., and Shihezi Jingyang Photovoltaic Power Co., Ltd. The public feedback period lasts five working days.
Source: Photovoltaic Headlines
National Energy Group’s Photovoltaic Component Procurement Results
The National Energy Group has announced the results of its first batch of photovoltaic component procurement for 2025, with Tongwei and JA Solar being selected with bidding prices of 0.699 and 0.705 yuan/W, respectively. The project will procure at least 586.24MWp of N-type monocrystalline bifacial double-glass photovoltaic components with a delivery deadline of December 31, 2025.
Source: Photovoltaic Headlines
SANY Silicon Energy Starts Solar Storage Microgrid Project in Zambia
SANY Silicon Energy has achieved a significant milestone in its overseas expansion efforts. Following the successful launch of Africa’s first overseas project, the Microgrid Project at a Zambian copper mine, SANY has now commenced its second overseas project, focused on solar energy.
Source: SANY Group
Datang Plans to Build a 280MW Photovoltaic Project
On March 14, Datang Huayin Electric Power Co., Ltd. announced plans to invest in a new energy generation project in Yongzhou City, aiming for a total capacity of 280MW.
Source: Huayin Electric
Chint New Energy Selected for Datang Group’s Component Procurement
Recently, Chint New Energy has been selected in the Datang Group’s photovoltaic component procurement framework for the 2025-2026 period, particularly in the N-type TOPCon component category, further enhancing collaboration in the clean energy sector.
Source: Chint New Energy Astronergy
Successful Connection of a 16MW Distributed Rooftop Photovoltaic Project
The 16MW distributed rooftop photovoltaic project invested by Guangdong Hydropower Second Bureau in Tianjin Binhai New Area has successfully connected to the grid. This project is the largest of its kind in North China, with a total installed capacity of 21MW, expected to generate 20 million kWh annually, thereby alleviating local grid pressure and optimizing the energy structure.
Source: Guangdong Hydropower Second Bureau
T1 Energy to Establish a 5GW Solar Module Factory in Texas
American solar manufacturer T1 Energy, formerly known as FREYR, has announced plans to build a solar module factory with a capacity of 5GW in Milam County, Texas, as outlined in its 2024 annual report.
Source: International Energy Network
Puyang Zhancheng New Materials Begins Construction on a 1.2MW Rooftop Photovoltaic Project
The 1.2MW rooftop distributed photovoltaic project by Puyang Zhancheng New Materials has officially entered the construction phase, located within the Puyang Industrial Park.
Source: State Grid Henan Electric Power Company
Bureau Veritas Completes Financing Assessment for Shanghai Mokun New Energy
Bureau Veritas has successfully assisted Shanghai Mokun New Energy in completing a financing feasibility assessment for its tracking photovoltaic bracket, covering aspects such as corporate fundamentals, technical solutions, manufacturing, quality assurance, and intellectual property.
Source: PR Newswire
Hami Clean Energy Company Advances Photovoltaic Technology Renovation
Following the State Council’s directives on safety production and the 2025 concentrated attack tasks, Hami Clean Energy Company is actively promoting technological renovations in its photovoltaic sector.
Source: Xinjiang Energy Group
Suzhou Luneng Photovoltaic Brackets Set Sail for Venezuela
Suzhou Luneng Fastening System Co., Ltd. has shipped 52.8MW of photovoltaic brackets to Venezuela, supporting local photovoltaic power station construction. The company has implemented high-standard design and production processes to ensure the brackets’ wind resistance and corrosion resistance.
Source: Suzhou Luneng Fastening System Co., Ltd.
Procurement Results for 5980KWP Rooftop Distributed Photovoltaic Project Inverters Released
The procurement results for inverters for the 5980KWP rooftop distributed photovoltaic project have been announced, with Xi’an Deyue Electronic Information Technology Co., Ltd. securing the top bid.
Source: Shaanxi Procurement and Bidding Network
Ningxia Promotes Diverse Applications of “Photovoltaic + Storage”
The Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region’s Development and Reform Commission has released an implementation guideline to support the development of various applications, including “Photovoltaic + Storage” and integrated power supply.
Source: Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Development and Reform Commission
Huaneng’s Phase One Distributed Photovoltaic Project EPC Contract Awarded
The Shanghai Branch of Huaneng Group has announced the award of the EPC contract for the Phase One distributed photovoltaic project, excluding components and inverters.
Source: China Huaneng Group Co., Ltd.
Guoqiang Xingsheng Wins Bid for Photovoltaic Component Brackets
Guoqiang Xingsheng Energy Technology Co., Ltd. has been awarded the bid for the photovoltaic component brackets for the 100MW photovoltaic project at the University of Science and Technology of China.
Source: Jiangsu Provincial Bidding and Tendering Public Service Platform
Francisco Juana New Energy Photovoltaic Project in Colombia Begins Construction
On March 14, 2025, the Francisco Juana New Energy Photovoltaic Project, organized by China Water Resources Four Bureau, officially commenced construction, marking a new milestone for the company in Colombia.
Source: Today’s Fourth Bureau
Fujian Energy Regulatory Office Holds Photovoltaic Grid Connection Coordination Meeting
To standardize the photovoltaic grid connection process, the Fujian Energy Regulatory Office organized a meeting with representatives from the State Grid Fujian Electric Power Company and other stakeholders.
Source: Fujian Energy Regulatory Office
