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China Securities has revised its annual forecast for China, predicting up to 280 GW of new PV installations this year, while glass maker Kibing and wafer maker HySolar unveiled new solar investment plans. April 26, 2024 Vincent Shaw Chinese securities has revised its forecast for China’s PV installations in 2024, expecting 260 GW to 280 GW of new capacity this year. This would be a significant increase from the 217 GW installed in 2023, and surpass China Securities’ previous call for 230 GW. In March, the China Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA) forecast a range of 190 GW to 210 GW…
CGI image of the map. The 5.7 hectare site is well screened by existing trees and hedges, and the battery storage facility will be housed in modular units painted green to minimize visual impact. Image: Exagen. Tewkesbury Borough Council has granted planning permission to Exagen to build a 20MW/40MWh battery storage facility in the Cheltenham and Gloucester green belt. Brockworth Road Energy Reserve is a battery energy storage system (BESS) with an export capacity of approximately 20 MW and a run time of two hours. It is Exagen’s second battery energy storage project to receive planning permission this year and…
Based in Italy Enel Green Power continues to drive the evolution of the renewable energy industry through its latest partnership with a Sicilian technology start-up REIWA. The collaboration has further perfected the autonomous, sustainable robot solution SandStorm for cleaning solar panels. It is considered a groundbreaking step that will redefine solar panel maintenance and promote sustainability.As everyone knows, proper maintenance and cleanliness of solar panels are crucial to maximize energy production. The accumulation of dust, dirt or sand on solar panels can significantly reduce the operational efficiency of solar energy systems, especially in dry and dusty environments. However, traditional cleaning…
The Croatian Energy Market Operator (HROTE) has announced a long-awaited round of renewable energy auctions worth €257.2 million. It has allocated the largest quota of 450 MW to solar projects and has set a deadline for awarding the subsidies by the end of the year. April 16, 2024 Marija MaischHROTE has announced a renewable energy tender for solar, wind and hydropower projects. It is the second round of auctions since Croatia introduced market incentives to support renewable energy projects in mid-2020.The country allocated the largest quota of 450 MW to solar projects, in addition to 150 MW to wind farms…
Spire Healthcare will develop solar energy at 38 locations in the United Kingdom. Image: NHS Trust [14:40] Casey Private healthcare provider Spire Healthcare has signed a £5.2 million contract with eEnergy, which will see the latter supply a solar PV (photovoltaic) system at 38 sites belonging to the former. The contract award follows the successful installation of the first solar pilot site, with revenue from the contract expected to be recognized in FY24. Spire operates a network of 39 hospitals and more than 50 clinics, medical centers and consultation rooms across England, Wales and Scotland, providing private healthcare services and…
By SB staff April 26, 2024 Cut that ribbon! From left: Scott Canada, EVP of McCarthy’s Renewable Energy Team; Paul Gaynor, CEO of Longroad; Gov. Katie Hobbs of Arizona; Commissioner Lea Marquez Peterson, Arizona Corporation Commission; Ann Becker, vice president of sustainability, APS; and Darren Van’t Hof, director of renewable energy investments, US Bancorp Impact Finance.Longroad Energy hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate $2 billion in solar + storage Sun Steams Complex in Maricopa County, Arizona.More than 200 people attended the April 24 event, including Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) Commissioner Lea Marquez Peterson, and executives from…
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Solar energy stands as one of the most abundant and sustainable sources of power available to humanity, derived from the sun’s radiation. As the effects of climate change become increasingly evident, the importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources like solar cannot be overstated. Offering a clean, reliable, and virtually limitless source of power, solar energy plays a pivotal role in limiting greenhouse gas emissions and reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. At the heart of solar energy technology are solar panels, also known as photovoltaic (PV) panels. These panels are composed of numerous solar cells, typically made of silicon,…
The pharmaceutical sector, faced with rising stakeholder expectations and tightening regulations, is accelerating efforts to reduce its environmental impact. Several major players in the industry have committed to achieving Net Zero emissions as part of their corporate sustainability strategy. These leader are blazing the trail by implementing policies and undertaking initiatives, including the purchase of carbon credits, to accomplish this ambitious objective. The pharmaceutical industry’s carbon footprint The pharmaceutical sector is a significant contributor to global emissions. If it were a country, its carbon footprint would rank 9th in the world. Energy-intensive manufacturing processes, extensive distribution networks, and greenhouse gas-emitting…
JM Steel, a subsidiary of JENNMAR Holdings, today announced that it has expanded its Nextracker-specific production lines at its facility in Leetsdale, Pennsylvania. The facility is the former Bethlehem Steel plant, operated by BCI Steel. The site began producing tracker torque tubes for Nextracker in 2022 World of solar energy visited the factory. A crane operator drags completed torsion tubes across the factory floor of Nextracker’s facility in Leetsdale, Pennsylvania. Billy Ludt/Solar Power World “We are pleased to partner with JM Steel and celebrate the expansion of the Pittsburgh facility to meet customer demand. This facility is also expected to…