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Researchers in Germany have developed a simulation software tool that visualizes heat flows in existing district heating networks and can predict load peaks. It can also be used in planning and commissioning new networks. January 8, 2025 Patrick Jowett A research project led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics (Fraunhofer ITWM) has developed a simulation software tool for visualizing heat flows in district heating networks. The AD Net Heat project combines information on the lengths and cross-sections of pipes and the number and position of supply and consumption points of district heating networks with weather data, sunlight exposure and…

Britain’s Swansea University is leading a consortium that aims to develop the sustainable production of next-generation perovskite solar panels in Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Kenya. January 8, 2025 Blathnaid O’Dea A group of scientists has been awarded £3 million ($3.7 million) to explore potential production opportunities for perovskite solar panels in South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda and Nigeria. The group aims to encourage sustainable indigenous production for the solar energy sector in low- and middle-income countries. The Resilient Renewable Energy Access Through Community-Driven Holistic Development in Perovskite Solar Module Manufacturing (REACH-PSM) consortium is led by the UK’s Swansea University. Kenya’s…

Solar Media Market Research analyst Josh Cornes outlines the UK’s solar pipeline lined up to connect to the grid. The UK government’s Clean Power 2030 Action Plan (CP30) is currently the main focus of the UK solar market, largely due to the insight it provides into the impact reforms can have on the grid connection queue. With consultation well underway and guidelines being drawn up, developers are currently trying to determine their position in the queue and where to place their resources. Looking at the built-in capacity registers (ECRs) of the distribution network operator (DNOs), the total solar capacity accepted…

On January 8, the US Treasury Department and the IRS announced the figures final rules And procedural guidance for the Section 48E(h) Clean Electricity Bonus Credit Amount Program, Low-Income Communities. The 48E(h) program is an expansion of the first-of-its-kind 48(e) incentive credit, designed to reduce home energy costs and encourage clean energy investments in low-income communities and low-income households. to favor Indian Land. , or as part of affordable housing developments. Treasury Department analysis of the first year of the 48(e) program showed that the program received more than 54,000 applications from 48 states, the District of Columbia and four…

Invenergy has announced that its Hardin II Solar Energy Center has begun commercial operations. Hardin II Solar, located in Hardin County, Ohio, will generate 150 MW of clean energy. As announced last month, Meta will purchase the renewable energy generated by Hardin II Solar. The project represents additional energy generation capacity in the region, increasing the reliability of the area’s electricity grid. “We are grateful to work with the Hardin County community and our project partners to bring Hardin II Solar to fruition,” said Michael Kaplan, senior VP of development at Invenergy. “As energy demand continues to rise, dedicated partners…

The Romanian Ministry of Energy has given the green light for the construction of a 1.5 GW solar panel factory in the northeast of the country. January 8, 2025 Patrick Jowett Image: Michael Wilson, Unsplash RomaniaThe Ministry of Energy has approved €32.92 million ($27.2 million) in state aid for the construction of a 1.5 GW solar panel factory. SC Heliomit SRL will build the production facility in Bârlad, northeastern Romania. The ministry approved the funds under the country’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). The investment contract, signed in November 2024, is one of three solar energy production projects approved…

The Chinese manufacturer said the latest version of its Phnix HeatMaster heat pump series enables seamless integration with PV arrays. The systems have a coefficient of performance of up to 5 and can reach an outlet water temperature of 75 °C. January 8, 2025 Emiliano Bellini Chinese heat pump manufacturer Phnix has launched a new version of its Phnix HeatMaster heat pump, which features “PV-ready” advanced smart control technology that reportedly allows for seamless integration with solar energy systems. “The PV-ready feature is especially valuable for companies looking to maximize the use of their solar energy systems,” the company said…

The IEC has launched a new portfolio of carbon footprint verification services to help build trust and credibility in companies’ commitment to monitoring and reducing their emissions. January 8, 2025 International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) As global urgency for climate action increases, companies around the world are trying to reduce their emissions, even as progress remains slow. According to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGsTo achieve global climate action goals, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions must peak before 2025 and decline thereafter 43% by 2030. We are already at the end of 2024 and the world is lagging behind on its…

The Chinese Haitian group has agreed to acquire Heraeus’ photovoltaic silver paste business for $68.6 million, including 100% shares in Heraeus Photovoltaics (Shanghai), Heraeus Photovoltaic Technology (Shanghai) and Heraeus Photovoltaics Singapore. January 6, 2025 Vincent Shaw Chinese conglomerate Haitian Group has agreed to acquire Heraeus’ photovoltaic silver paste business for CNY502 million ($68.6 million), marking a shift to renewable energy. The deal, closed through Haitian Solar, includes full equity stakes in Heraeus Photovoltaics (Shanghai), Heraeus Photovoltaic Technology (Shanghai) and Heraeus Photovoltaics Singapore. It also covers the outstanding debts of these units to their parent companies. The counterparties include Heraeus China…

At CES 2025, EcoFlow launched its Oasis energy management platform, which uses AI to optimize energy consumption, storage and use of solar energy in the home. January 7, 2025 Tristan Rayner By ESS news American manufacturer Ecoflow has entered the home energy management market with the launch of Oasis. Announced this week at the CES 2025 technology trade show, Oasis is an AI-powered system designed to optimize energy consumption and storage in the residential market. Oasis uses artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze various data streams, including real-time energy consumption, electricity prices and solar energy. Ecoflow says this constant analysis allows…