RatedPower Unveils 2023 Renewable Industry Trends

The year 2022 has seen many disruptions in supply chains. Despite this, the renewable energy sector continues to grow, driven by the energy transition and the search for alternative energy sources to fossil fuels.

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RatedPower, now part of Enverus, the most trusted SaaS energy platform, has released its annual findings from nearly 100 diverse industry experts from around the world, as well as over 101,000 simulations. According to the results, the focus in 2023 will be on accelerating the adoption of renewable energy generation, reducing the discounted cost of electricity, diversifying energy sources, and investing in energy storage.

Challenges to be met

After years of falling costs, the renewable energy industry faced new challenges in 2022. Supply chain disruptions related to the pandemic have resulted in higher equipment prices and reduced availability. However, new global capacity installations continued to increase as the pandemic, coupled with the energy crisis, prompted governments and businesses to increase their investments in clean energy and reduce their dependence on imported fossil fuels.

A Green Direction for a Clean Energy Future

“In the coming year, we expect the green transition to provide a huge boost to investment in solar photovoltaic (PV) panels – for residential, commercial and industrial installations, as well as large-scale utility installations. The industry is increasingly looking for ways to incorporate battery storage and clean, green hydrogen into renewable installations to maximize supply,” said Andrea Barber, vice president of energy and renewables at Enverus and co-founder of RatedPower when the report was released.

Diversification, a key to success

To gain a better understanding of the state of the industry and key trends for this year and beyond, RatedPower engaged more than 100 experts from energy companies of all sizes around the world and conducted an in-depth survey that includes their opinions on the challenges and opportunities ahead. In addition, the report analyzes data from RatedPower’s solar plant simulation software to highlight key trends and the world’s top manufacturers in 2022.

 

5N Plus announces the extension of its supply agreement with First Solar, including a 33% increase in cadmium telluride volumes by 2026 and the delivery of new essential materials for photovoltaic production.
Scatec has finalised the financing for its 142 megawatt solar project in Minas Gerais, Brazil, marking a new milestone for the Norwegian company in the South American market.
According to Wood Mackenzie, the end of the tax credit in the United States could lead to a 46% drop in new residential solar installations by 2030, despite strong long-term market potential.
Audax Renovables commits EUR17mn to a 21.88 MWp solar plant in Navalmoral de la Mata, targeting annual output of 42 GWh, backed by structured financing from the European Investment Bank.
Solarcentury commissions 25 MWp at Mailo, Zambia, connecting for the first time a merchant solar plant to the Southern African Power Pool and begins construction of the next phase.
Solarise Africa secures $3.3mn in financing from Mergence Investment Managers to accelerate the deployment of solar systems for the commercial and industrial sector in Africa.
First Solar anticipates higher revenue for the current year, driven by an increase in solar panel prices following the introduction of new import tariffs.
GoldenPeaks Capital commissions two large-scale photovoltaic plants in Hungary, strengthening the integration of independent solar generation and the electricity supply on the national market.
Emerge has signed a twenty-year contract with Misk City for the supply of solar electricity through a 621 kWp photovoltaic plant, supporting the site’s environmental certification and urban transformation.
SANY begins construction of a 10 MW solar power plant in Zimbabwe, the first African project integrating engineering, procurement and financing, while continuing its expansion in microgrids and hybrid solutions across the continent.
Stem deploys a grid optimisation solution for the Camino solar site, with a capacity of 57 MW, in California, meeting IEEE 2800 standards and targeting operational reliability and market performance.
Green Hybrid Power secures initial $4.4mn financing to launch a 1 GW floating solar power plant in Zimbabwe, aiming to supply 500 MW to industry under a twenty-year contract.
Loblaw Group will deploy a 7.5 MW photovoltaic installation on the roof of its East Gwillimbury distribution centre, generating up to 25% of the site’s annual electricity and marking a new step for the Canadian logistics sector.
Savion, a Shell subsidiary, transfers majority ownership of five solar projects to Tango Holdings, 80% owned by Ares, to optimise the U.S. renewable electricity production portfolio and improve the profitability of the oil group’s investments.
Investment fund KKR is committing $335mn in a strategic partnership with CleanPeak Energy to accelerate the rollout of solar, storage and microgrid solutions aimed at Australian businesses.
Bluebird Solar is initiating a significant investment plan in Greater Noida to increase its production capacity to 2.5 GW and integrate automated lines powered by artificial intelligence.
TotalEnergies ENEOS has commissioned a 680-kilowatt photovoltaic facility at TechnipFMC’s Johor Bahru site, supplying 20% of the factory’s energy needs under an 18-year power purchase agreement.
Voltalia has been selected for the construction of two photovoltaic plants in Ireland, totalling 92.9 megawatts, further strengthening its presence in the country’s solar infrastructure market.
The latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency confirms the cost superiority of renewables, but highlights persistent challenges for grid integration and access to financing in emerging markets.
EDP Renewables North America and California Water Service have entered into a 20-year agreement to supply solar energy to a strategic Bakersfield site, reducing grid energy costs by about $1.7mn over the contract duration.
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