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Matthew Lynas pv magazine
Matthew Lynas pv magazine

Matthew Lynas

Matthew Lynas joined pv magazine as features editor in 2023. An experienced business-to-business journalist, Matthew is responsible for features in our monthly global print title. Previously, he served as editor of a leading UK retail magazine, covering a broad range of issues including sustainability projects in the grocery and FMCG sectors.

Articles written by Matthew Lynas

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GoodWe signs Kraken deal, unveils UK ‘Warm Home’ package UK launch event for ESA All-In-One range sees manufacturer position its solar, battery storage, heat pump and EV charging offer as a one-stop solution for households ahead of new energy efficiency subsidy support for home upgrades.
Matthew Lynas
19 hours ago
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Egypt commits to financing 4 GWh of battery storage projects Presidential fund will be used to finance major wind and energy storage projects as part of wider commitment to expand renewables to 45% share of energy mix by 2028.
Matthew Lynas
May 06, 2026
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Masdar deal commits Abu Dhabi energy company to 8 GW of battery storage Collaboration agreement with Emirates Water Electricity Company (EWEC) includes major energy storage commitment to complement planned 30 GW solar deployment. Deal sets out roadmap for accelerated deployment, according to Masdar.
Matthew Lynas
May 05, 2026
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Jordan off-grid green ammonia project with 500 MWh BESS approved Green ammonia project powered 550 MW solar plant and co-located battery energy storage system (BESS) approved by government. Polish and UAE project developers now aiming for 2027 financial close.
Matthew Lynas
May 05, 2026
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UK government demands no more connection offer delays, mulls BESS oversupply options Letter to industry acknowledges delays, describes battery storage oversupply as an “emerging risk.” Measures under consideration include a new fee for oversubscribed technologies, such as BESS.
Matthew Lynas
Apr 16, 2026
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Envision inks $500 million finance deal following AI announcement Chinese energy company announced major funding package one week on from launch of 12.5 MWh AI battery energy storage system (BESS). Backed by more than $1 billion of finance deals in 2026 , Envision Energy is eyeing global expansion.
Matthew Lynas
Apr 13, 2026
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CATL invests $600 million in Chinese data center power business Battery manufacturer increases investment in Zhongheng Electric shareholder, a data center power system provider in China. The deal sees CATL increase exposure to high-voltage direct current (HVDC) infrastructure as AI sector pursues DC architecture for data centers.
Matthew Lynas
Apr 10, 2026
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Boralex and Six Nations close financing for 500 MWh Oxford BESS in Canada Boralex Inc and Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation reveal CAD 202 million financing secured for Oxford Battery Energy Storage Project in Ontario. The finance announcement quickly follows Boralex agreement to be acquired by Brookfield and major shareholder La Caisse.
Matthew Lynas
Apr 08, 2026
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Drax completes Flexitricity purchase adding AI tools to its BESS operations FlexGen business director tells ESS News how acquiring optimizer can support company’s battery trading operations. The purchase comes as Drax increases exposure to the UK battery energy storage system (BESS) market.
Matthew Lynas
Apr 01, 2026

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