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A solar project from Verogy. Verogy has announced a partnership with NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), the renewable energy subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, to develop solar projects and solar plus battery energy storage systems in the Northeast. “This partnership adds more capabilities and geographic diversification to our already strong project pipeline,” said Robert Pohlman, VP of NJR Clean Energy Ventures. “Verogy is a respected developer who shares our commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful projects to reduce emissions and advance clean energy goals.” As leaders in the renewable energy market with extensive experience in designing, building and operating large-scale commercial…
Hemlock Semiconductor and parent company Corning Inc. take advantage of tax incentives established by the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act to increase their involvement in the solar energy production market. World of solar energy has confirmed that, in addition to increased production of polysilicon for the solar energy market, the Hemlock, Michigan companies will soon produce silicon rods and wafers for solar panels. Credit: Hemlock Hemlock has a long relationship with the domestic polysilicon market, producing nearly a quarter of the world’s polysilicon supply along with fellow US producers REC Silicon and Wacker Chemie in the…
Korean researchers have used thermal and wet gravity separation (WGS) to separate EVA from recovered silicon powder in end-of-life PV modules with “minimal” chemical use. The proposed technique produces silicon powder that can be reused as a raw material for upcycling into silicon nitride, silicon oxide or silicon carbide. October 29, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Researchers from Gyeongsang National University Jinju in South Korea have developed a new method for separating ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) encapsulant from recycled silicon energy in end-of-life (EoL) solar panels. Common mechanical recycling processes involve blending EVA after crushing or grinding, while chemical and delamination methods…
to solar energy that’s taking to the water. As land becomes increasingly scarce and valuable, especially in densely populated areas, the idea of floating solar panels on bodies of water is gaining traction. But what exactly are floatovoltaics, and how do they work? Let’s learn about this technology that’s bridging the gap between solar power and water resources. What Are Floatovoltaics? Floatovoltaics, also known as floating photovoltaic systems or floating solar, are solar panel arrays that float on bodies of water instead of being installed on land. These systems typically consist of solar panels mounted on buoyant platforms, designed to…
Australian battery technology company Li-S Energy has announced a major improvement in the performance of its lithium-sulfur battery technology, with the latest version achieving an energy density of almost 500 Wh per kg. October 29, 2024 David Caroll By pv magazine Australia Australia’s Li-S Energy said it has manufactured full-size 10 Ah semi-solid state cells that deliver an energy density of 498 Wh/kg at initial discharge and 456 Wh/kg after formation cycles, with the cells continuously cycling to stay. testing. The Brisbane-based company said the cells that deliver these feats incorporate the cell chemistry of the third-generation semi-solid state lithium-sulfur…
Good Energy CEO Nigel Pocklington (pictured) said the acquisition will increase the company’s commercial installation capabilities. Image: Good energy Renewable energy supplier Good Energy has acquired Empower Energy in a multi-million pound deal, boosting its installation services. In a regulatory announcement, Good Energy revealed it had agreed to acquire 100% of the solar installer on a debt-free basis for an initial consideration of £7 million. If conditions are met, a further deferred consideration of £1 million in cash will be paid in January 2026. As part of the acquisition, Ryan McShea, founder and director of Empower Energy, will join Good…
Quality control in synthetic photosynthesis validates the mimicry of natural light Humans can do many impressive things, but plants have a unique ability: they convert sunlight directly into energy through photosynthesis. Recent research now suggests that scientists are narrowing the gap in artificially replicating this process. Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University have successfully mapped the 3D structure of an artificial photosynthetic antenna protein complex called light-harvesting complex II (LHCII) and demonstrated that this synthetic LHCII closely mimics its natural equivalent. This breakthrough significantly advances the understanding of how plants capture and direct solar energy, marking an essential step toward advances…
LG Energy Solution expects strong demand for energy storage and plans to launch a high-capacity lithium iron phosphate product with 20% higher energy density, along with other offerings. The South Korean battery maker says it aims to begin U.S. production of batteries for energy storage systems (ESS) in 2025 and may convert its European electric vehicle (EV) production lines to ESS. October 29, 2024 Marija Maisch Image: LG Energy solution By ESS news LG Energy Solution posted consolidated revenue of KRW 22.18 trillion ($323 million) and operating profit of KRW 751.9 billion in the third quarter of 2024, including the…
The new X8 series system presented at Intersolar, a configurable device that works as a photovoltaic inverter, BESS converter and hydrogen cell rectifier, is now available. October 29, 2024 Pilar Sanchez Molina By pv magazine Spain Spanish manufacturer Jema Energy has unveiled its new X8 series inverter system, a fully configurable device that functions as a photovoltaic inverter, BESS converter and hydrogen cell rectifier. The capacity. power up to 40 C, with 90% up to 55 C. The maximum efficiency is 99% and 98.6% for the European model. The BESS system is configured for four hours and the modularity of…
Egyptian researchers have developed a mini refrigerator powered by one to four thermoelectric units with different voltages. They simulated and tested the system under different conditions, achieving a maximum coefficient of performance (COP) of 77.3%. October 26, 2024 Lior Kahana Egyptian researchers have built and analyzed a solar-powered mini refrigerator using thermoelectric units (TUs) for cooling. The thermoelectric coolers (TECs) in this study utilize the Peltier effect, in which electric current flows in series through p-type and n-type semiconductors, cooling one side of the device and heating the other. . “The primary objective of this research is to study the…