Global solar power saw considerable success last year, with installations increasing by about 29 percent to 98.9 GW from 76.5 GW in 2016, according to data released today by SolarPower Europe.
According to the data, solar power in the EU grew to 8.6 GW in 2017, up from 6.7 GW in 2016.
”Solar’s continued growth is great news as we move the global energy transition forward — but Europe is at risk of being left behind,” James Watson, CEO of SolarPower Europe, said.
“The EU must ensure that it addresses obstacles to solar’s potential, such as barriers to self-consumption and it must ensure a strong framework for small scale solar.”
Source: Global Solar Installations Jumped 29 Percent in 2017 – Renewable Energy World