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The seven-year tolling agreement applies to the 100MW/330MWh Bramley BESS currently under construction in Hampshire. Image: BW ESS. BW ESS and partner Penso Power have signed the first long-term tolling agreement for a single battery energy storage system (BESS) in Great Britain with Shell Energy Europe. The seven-year tolling agreement applies to the 100MW/330MWh Bramley BESS currently under construction in Hampshire. In 2021, BW ESS, the global energy storage owner-operator, and Penso Power, which deploys, owns and manages grid-scale battery energy storage projects, announced a joint venture through which BW ESS will build out Penso’s UK project pipeline for a…
Researchers at the University of Texas have used computational methods to study the formation of polarons in halide perovskites. The findings revealed topological vortices in polaron quasiparticles. August 6, 2024 Patrick Jowett Skyrmion-like polaron with large hole in the halide double perovskite Cs2AgBiBr6 Image: J. Lafuente-BartolomeResearchers at the University of Texas at Austin have investigated the formation of polarons research into the properties of halide perovskites.Halide perovskites are used in applications such as solar photovoltaics due to their optoelectric properties. In the research paper “Topological polarons in halide pervoskites,” published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciencesscientists used…
Generac Power Systems has acquired Ageto, a provider of microgrid controllers in the commercial and industrial (C&I) market. The transaction closed on August 1, 2024. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “This acquisition enhances our ability to offer a complete energy technology ecosystem to domestic C&I customers with multi-asset sites,” said Erik Wilde, EVP and president, Domestic C&I at Generac. “By integrating Ageto’s industry-leading microgrid controller and advanced software into our systems, we’re simplifying asset integration, control and optimization for our customers and creating a competitive advantage for Generac.” Generac has worked with Ageto since 2021, incorporating the microgrid controllers…
Harnessing Solar Energy for Sustainable Seafood Production Did you know that global demand for seafood is expected to increase by 30% by 2030, driving the need for more sustainable aquaculture practices? At the same time, traditional aquaculture methods face environmental challenges, from energy consumption to water pollution. In response to these challenges, integrating solar power into aquaculture presents a promising solution. This blog explores how solar energy can revolutionize seafood production, offering a sustainable alternative that benefits both the environment and industry stakeholders. Throughout this blog, we will delve into the benefits of solar-powered aquaculture, discuss the practical challenges, and…
A new law in Michigan gives homeowners association members the freedom to install solar energy, even if the bylaws previously prohibited it. Michigan Solar Solutions Massachusetts lawmakers fail to pass a siting and licensing billBoston, MA Massachusetts lawmakers have failed to enact an omnibus bill that would have introduced time limits for allowing renewable energy, and also cleared the way for new purchases of 5 GWh of energy storage. Clean energy advocates expressed his disappointment on the bill’s detour after months of work by a diverse group of stakeholders. New law says HOAs can’t ban solar installations in MichiganLansing, Mich…
China-based solar manufacturer and Oman’s sustainable investment firm Bakarat Investment have agreed to jointly set up a 10 GW solar module factory in the country with an investment of around $200 million. August 5, 2024 Vincent ShawChina-based solar manufacturer Q-Sun Solar has signed an agreement with Oman’s sustainable investment company Bakarat Investment to jointly set up a 10 GW solar module factory in the country with an investment of around $200 million.The facility, located in the Sohar Free Trade Zone, should have a capacity of 8 GW for modules and 2 GW for cells. It will produce both TOPCON and…
The founders of the solar app Sunvoy have launched a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) platform specifically for the solar industry. SunCRM. SunCRM integrates with HubSpot and provides custom solar-specific features that improve operational efficiency, streamline project management, and increase customer engagement. Developed by solar professionals, SunCRM addresses the unique challenges and demands facing the solar installation industry. This platform not only simplifies project management from lead generation through post-installation, but also provides robust analytics and customer relationship tools designed specifically for the needs of solar companies. SunCRM provides customized sales tools to align sales pipelines to accurately reflect the lifecycle…
Enphase As homes become increasingly electrified and utilities respond to higher demand with new and complex rate structures, solar + storage projects have to find more creative ways to improve homeowner ROI. The two largest residential solar inverter manufacturers have been adding new components to their offerings for the past few years. SolarEdge released its Energy Bank residential battery in the United States in 2021, added bidirectional EV chargers to its fleet in late 2023, and acquired EV charging software startup Wevo in April 2024. Enphase has been building its portfolio too, releasing a new LFP battery in May 2023,…
RNWBL, a green energy project O&M provider, has contracted SolarCycle to recycle PV modules from decommissioned and repowered projects. RNWBL is an O&M solutions provider for customers across wind, solar and battery storage projects. The company decommissions aged solar assets across North America, with current projects in California, Texas, Florida, Utah, Georgia and Maryland. The company is also completing several large modulerestoration projects across the Southwest. “RNWBL is excited to partner with SolarCycle to enhance our comprehensive turn- key solutions for project end-of-life solutions. RNBWL aims to ensure all of its customers’ needs are met throughout every phase of our projects,”…
US-based PeroNova specializes in metal halide perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells made with a new stability-enhancing interfacial treatment. It targets a range of applications including the aerospace and rooftop markets. August 5, 2024 Valerie ThompsonPeroNova, a US-based startup specializing in solar perovskite technologies, has developed a solar perovskite module for building-integrated solar photovoltaics (BIPV) and space applications.“Our new interfacial treatment technology improves the stability and reliability of perovskite films in testing and under manufacturing conditions. Thermal cycling resistance tests have shown more than 80% of initial energy conversion efficiency after 2,500 cycles,” a PeroNova spokesperson said pv magazine.The company is currently…