Author: solarenergy
In Germany – but not only there – there is a heated debate about the pros and cons of a capacity market. The German Renewable Energy Association is against it, and recently the German Association for New Energy Industry, the DIHK and the EEX energy exchange have also taken a clear position: Germany does not need a “power plant subsidy program”. In this article, four experts explain why battery storage can also play an important role in a capacity market and make recommendations on how the design of the market can help prevent mismanagement, wrong incentives and unnecessary costs. July…
The auction ended with an average price of €0.056 ($0.065)/kWh for the PV technology. July 30, 2024 Emiliano BelliniThe Croatian Energy Market Operator (HROTE) has announced this end result of the renewable energy auction it launched in April.The tender was the second round of auctions since Croatia introduced market incentives to support renewable energy projects in mid-2020. It was open to PV, wind and hydro projects and was expected to allocate 607 MW of capacity.The HROTE allocated 413.5 MW of PV capacity and 4.5 MW of hydropower capacity in the tender, with no wind energy project selected.The final average price…
Na twee ongelooflijke jaren van groei in 2022 en 2023 zullen fotovoltaïsche (PV) systemen op daken de komende jaren een robuust jaarlijks groeipercentage van 6-9% handhaven. Ondanks deze aanhoudende stijging kampt PV op daken echter met grote hindernissen, waaronder negatieve elektriciteitsprijzen en congestie op het elektriciteitsnet. Nu deze uitdagingen naar verwachting zullen escaleren, is de evolutie van zonne-energie op daken naar slimme gebouwoplossingen nog nooit zo cruciaal geweest.Terwijl beleidsmakers een cruciale rol spelen bij het ontwerpen van raamwerken die de financieel duurzame uitrol van slimme gebouwen garanderen, waardoor de flexibiliteit van het elektriciteitsnet aanzienlijk wordt vergroot, kunnen ontwikkelaars ook diverse…
AI-powered forecasting company Amperon has launched its new asset-level renewable energy generation forecasts. Renewable energy producers, utilities, and other companies that buy and sell electricity can now view solar power generation forecasts at an individual site level or at an aggregated level for portfolio management, and hourly forecast accuracy is assessed and calculated at based on the nominal capacity of the asset. , providing greater transparency and accountability. “As we look to renewables to help us decarbonize our grid, solar producers need better, more accurate forecasts that give them a very clear picture of how their generation assets are likely…
Fronius USA is launching a roadshow to showcase the newly available Fronius GEN24 residential string inverter. Touring across the United States, the Fronius GEN24 Roadshow covers 32 cities in 14 states to introduce the latest solar inverter to installers, solar energy professionals and enthusiasts. The event is worth 1 NABCEP CEU and will run from August through September in major cities including Houston, Miami and San Diego. During the roadshow, participants will learn about Fronius and the new Fronius GEN24 through in-depth technical training and a commissioning demonstration. “We are excited to offer installers nationwide the opportunity to experience the…
Thyssenkrupp nucera warns of possible delays in hydrogen projects, with consequences for producers. Meanwhile, Shanghai Electric appears optimistic about the market and its ability to drive down costs. July 30, 2024 Sergio Matalucci The green hydrogen plant in Bahia, Brazil, will rely on technology from thyssenkrupp nucera.Image: thyssenkrupp nucera Thyssenkrupp core says that the uncertainties surrounding the green hydrogen market, which were already noticeable in the second quarter, continue. The company’s board of directors has revised downwards its sales and profit forecast for the upcoming financial year 2024/25 in the alkaline water electrolysis (AWE) sector. “The known inhibiting factors, such…
Scientists in Finland have built a perovskite solar cell with a bio-inspired coating that reportedly improves light transmission while also having self-cleaning properties. The film was able to improve the efficiency of the device by up to 6%. July 30, 2024 Valerie ThompsonA research team from Aalto University in Finland has developed a perovskite solar cell based on a ‘light management layer’ made from a polymer material with the surface of leek leaves, which can reportedly improve the device’s efficiency by as much as 6%.The scientists explained that the bio-inspired layer has self-cleaning properties. “The self-cleaning of the films can…
The Chinese cell maker said its Zhejiang Akcome Photovoltaic Technology unit has been given the green light for restructuring. However, if the reorganization is not successful, the company will declare bankruptcy. July 30, 2024 Vincent Shaw Akcome technology announced Monday that its subsidiary Zhejiang Akcome Photovoltaic Technology Co., Ltd. has received a court order from the Changxing Court to accept its bankruptcy reorganization petition. Zhejiang Akcome plans to participate in restructuring procedures and actively communicate with strategic partners, shareholders and creditors to introduce strategic investors, optimize debt structure and resume production. However, if the reorganization is not successful, the company…
KTU researchers are developing advanced solar cells for indoor use to optimize the use of light energy Scientists at Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) in Lithuania have created new materials that significantly improve the efficiency of solar cells for indoor applications. These photovoltaic cells, which can be integrated into various electronic devices, generate electricity even in low-light environments. Rising consumption of oil and gas has led to a rise in atmospheric temperatures, contributing to global climate change, now called a climate crisis. To tackle this problem, priority is given to renewable and environmentally friendly energy sources such as wind, water…
The capacity range of 50-200 MW is a “planning dead zone” for solar projects. Image: Unsplash. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government will publish the results of its consultation on the thresholds for Nationally Important Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs). Changes to the NSIP categorization have long been debated as more and more 49 MW projects were proposed at the 50 MW threshold. That said, there is no clear agreement among industry groups on what should change, nor an evidentiary basis for changing the threshold. According to Gareth Philips, head of customer relations for the global energy sector at Pinsent…