Matrix Renewables has acquired a controlling interest in the 200 MW Pleasant Valley Solar Project in the US state of Idaho from rPlus Energies. Voltalia will develop a 230 MW four-project solar portfolio in Ireland. A groundbreaking ceremony has been conducted for the 1.2 GW, nine-project solar portfolio which is to be commissioned across Tibet this year. The cost of these projects is estimated at 10 billion yuan, ($1.38 billion), so about 50% more expensive than elsewhere in China. Atlas Renewable Energy will partner with local company Isagen on the development of a 1 GW solar portfolio in Colombia. Tata Power has secured PPAs with the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL) for a 200 MW and a 150 MW…