Author: solarenergy
Encore Renewable Energy today announced construction of a 3.6 MW solar array in Constable, New York. Constable Solar is Encore’s first solar project in New York State and is part of nearly 90 MW of solar and energy storage currently being developed by Encore in the Empire State. Under New York’s NY-Sun Initiative and VDER program, NYSEG will compensate Encore for the electricity produced from the new array and provide affordable, reliable and carbon-free energy to their customers. “With New York’s ambitious clean energy goals and an evolving energy supply market that views renewables as an increasingly cost-effective form of…
More than 4,500 certified heat pump installations were registered in the UK by July 2024, with battery storage installations performing significantly better than previous years. Subsidy schemes that reduce the costs of installing a heat pump are an important growth driver according to the sector. August 30, 2024 Matthew LynasHeat pump installations continue to break records in Great Britain, according to the latest figures from certification body MCS.July 2024 was the fifth month in a row with more than 4,500 certified heat pump installations and the third highest month ever measured. It continues the trend toward a record year for…
Researchers in Morocco have carefully configured and tested a new desert solar panel optimized for harsh desert climates. The new design delivered a 5.8% improvement in performance ratio, a 1.95% increase in efficiency and reduced temperature sensitivity by 0.85% compared to standard modules. August 30, 2024 Valerie ThompsonResearchers led by scientists at Mohammed First University in Morocco have produced prototype modules optimized for desert climates. Their so-called Desert Module delivered a 5.8% improvement in performance ratio, a 1.95% increase in efficiency and reduced temperature sensitivity by 0.85% compared to standard modules.“The most challenging aspect of this research is selecting the…
Micro, small and medium enterprises in Kosovo can now apply for subsidies for the installation of solar thermal systems. The deadline for registration is August 31. August 30, 2024 Patrick Jowett
Radian Generation has announced the deployment of Radian Digital, a software platform that manages the lifecycle of renewable energy projects, with Zero6 Energy. “We are excited to work with the Zero6 Energy team to support them in streamlining business processes and optimizing energy generation across a diverse portfolio of solar, wind, hydrogen, microgrids and hydro,” said Eric Baller, Chief Product Officer of Radian Generation. . Zero6 Energy is on a mission to help industrial organizations transition to carbon neutral emissions using clean renewable energy solutions. With a growing portfolio and a diverse group of stakeholders, including landowners, investors, service providers…
The Singapore-based company is entering the Middle East market after signing a Memorandum of Understanding for a 2 GW solar panel manufacturing project. August 29, 2024 Patrick Jowett Image: Gstar, Siraj GroupSingapore’s Gstar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a 2 GW solar panel manufacturing project in the UAE, focusing on high-efficiency N-type technology.The MoU was concluded with a Middle Eastern consortium, led by diversified investment company Siraj Group and in collaboration with Galaxico and Stark Consulting.Construction of the project, which marks Gstar’s entry into the Middle East market, is expected to begin in November. The location of…
Photovoltaic mounting system manufacturer AEROCOMPACT is launching a brand new long-side clamping system for flat roofs at RE+, the largest clean energy event in North America, next month. The CompactFlat S-Base from Aerocompact. S_Base has been developed to work on different types of flat roofs, even with uneven surfaces and soft insulations. The design is meant to increase assembly speed, and simplify transportation and staging benefits with fewer system components. Plus, it can handle PV module sizes of up to 8 ft. The S_BASE system can be installed facing the south at 5 at 10°. It is an evolution of…
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced its proposed Roadmap for Solar Energy Development on Public Lands, designed to expand efficient and environmentally responsible permitting for solar energy projects on public lands in the West. Today the release of the Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Utility-Scale Solar and Proposed Changes to the Resource Management Plan (also known as the proposed updated Western Solar Plan), comes as the Biden-Harris administration releases new data on improved federal permitting processes to help bring more projects to fruition, more efficiently, in the United States. Credit: Primergy “The updated Western Solar Plan will…
The climate crisis requires immediate action from everyone, and businesses are increasingly adopting net-zero strategies to reduce their impact on the environment. The Paris Agreement states that we must work together globally to limit global warming to 1.5°C, which is a crucial goal. Net-zero emissions means balancing the amount of greenhouse gases we produce with the amount we remove from the atmosphere. This balance is essential in fighting climate change because it helps reduce global warming effects and creates a sustainable future. Financial institutions have a vital role in this transition. They are influential players in the global economy with…
For SunPower Corp. customers in the United States who are concerned about their product warranties now that the installation company has filed for bankruptcy, panel manufacturer Maxeon has come up with a solution. For SunPower systems installed by SunPower dealers that use SunPower brand solar panels made by Maxeon, Maxeon provides warranty coverage for the solar panels. Customers can find instructions on how to register their systems here: maxeon.com/us/sunpower-warranty Maxeon’s panel manufacturing business was spun out of SunPower in 2020 and Maxeon has since operated as an independent company with no further ties to SunPower. SunPower dealers were primarily installing…