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The number of low-carbon installations increased by 7% compared to 2023. Image: Vivent Solar from Unsplash. Data from the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) shows that 2024 will be a record year for small-scale renewable energy installations. According to the MCS, an organization that certifies installers of low-carbon technologies, more than 260,000 certified installations of solar panels, heat pumps and battery energy storage systems (BESS) were completed in 2024, an increase of 7% compared to 2023. Of these installations, solar energy remains the most popular green technology. Approximately 184,462 MCS-certified solar installations occurred in 2024, a number that, while significant, represents…
De reis van de zonne-energie-industrie om voor het grootste deel van 2024 de grootste bron van nieuwe Amerikaanse opwekkingscapaciteit te worden, werd geholpen door baanbrekende aannemers, technologische vooruitgang, vooruitstrevende beleidsmakers en een zeer invloedrijke positie in het kabinet: de secretaris van het Ministerie van Energie. Deze positie heeft misschien geen directe wetgevende macht, maar bevat wel de sleutels voor het toewijzen van financiering en onderzoekstijd aan de technologieën van haar keuze. De missie van het Dept. of Energy is om “de veiligheid en welvaart van Amerika te verzekeren door zijn energie-, milieu- en nucleaire uitdagingen aan te pakken door middel…
Italian designer and manufacturer of solar inverters FIMER has been officially acquired by MA Solar Italy Limited, affiliated with the McLaren Applied Group. The acquisition will enable FIMER to complete its restructuring process and achieve renewed financial strength with more than $51 million in investments. This important development now enables FIMER to fully concentrate on its business development activities and pursue growth opportunities. McLaren Applied is a provider of advanced engineering and technology solutions across a range of sectors including motorsport, automotive and public transport. The technological synergies between FIMER and McLaren Applied are expected to drive innovation, improve operational…
The Japanese manufacturer said its tandem cell uses a top-quality perovskite solar cell with an efficiency of 22.4% and an infrared transmittance of 81%. January 20, 2025 Emiliano Bellini Image: Enecoat Technologies EneCoat Technologies, a PV technology spin-off from Kyoto University, has announced that it has achieved an energy conversion efficiency of 30.4% in a four-terminal perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell developed in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation. Ltd. The company did not say whether the result was confirmed by an independent third party. The tandem cell uses a flexible perovskite top cell with 22.4% efficiency and 81% infrared transmittance, as…
The 2 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) features 122 prefabricated storage units designed and supplied by China’s BYD. January 20, 2025 Vincent Shaw By ESS news Saudi Arabia has officially connected its largest battery energy storage system (BESS) to the grid, marking a major milestone in the country’s renewable energy expansion. The project proponents describe the 500 MW/2000 MWh BESS development in Bisha, in the southwestern Saudi Arabian province of ‘Asir, as the world’s largest operational single-phase energy storage project. The Bisha battery storage facility features 122 prefabricated storage units, designed and supplied by China’s BYD. Each unit integrates…
Scientists measured the performance of PV modules under high pollution conditions in Saudi Arabia and identified the most suitable tilt angles to improve power generation. They also found that rain intensity, dust, sandstorms and cloud cover play a key role. January 20, 2025 Lior Kahana A research group consisting of scientists from Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom conducted a year-long experiment to analyze the impact of dust and tilt angle on PV performance in a desert environment and found that rain intensity, dust, sandstorms and cloud cover play a key role in the performance of solar panels. “Jeddah is…
Lightsource bp has abandoned plans for a 300 MW solar project in the US state of Ohio due to opposition from local residents. January 17, 2025 Ryan Kennedy By pv magazine USA Lightsource BP has withdrawn its request appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court on the approval of the planned Birch Solar project. The 300 MW solar facility was opposed by county residents, preventing regulatory approval of the facility. The solar developer said in a filing that it “has chosen to suspend further development of the solar facility in question.” Ohio state law has done so eight criteria for approving…
To better support customers and ensure optimal performance of renewable energy systems, SMA America has announced a change to the out-of-warranty claims process. Effective immediately, RISE Renewable Energy will handle all out-of-warranty claims for Sunny Central 125U, Sunny Central 250U, Sunny Central 500U, Sunny Central 500HE-US, Sunny Central CP and Sunny Central 1850-3000 inverters. This transition provides customers with access to a dedicated team for rapid assistance, technical support and streamlined repairs to maintain system efficiency. Headquartered in California, RISE Renewable Energy specializes in developing, training and supporting photovoltaic professionals and their customers. The company combines practical application with theoretical…
Clean Energy Associates says it has identified five looming risks to the U.S. battery energy storage industry as analysts predict significant policy shifts under the incoming administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. January 17, 2025 Ryan Kennedy By pv magazine USA Donald Trump will be inaugurated as US president on January 20, 2025, and analysts predict his administration will bring sweeping changes to the clean energy landscape. A new report from Clean Energy Associates highlights this five potential risks for the battery energy storage industry, including risks for EV batteries, grid-scale storage and home battery energy storage. 1) Enforcement of…
Energy software provider Peloton has announced its expansion into the renewable energy space. Peloton’s new initiative addresses the complexities of managing land deals for solar, wind, utility, mining, geothermal and carbon capture projects. By streamlining land management at scale, Peloton’s technology enables organizations to optimize their operations while building the next generation of energy infrastructure. Peloton’s LandView and Peloton Map – available on the Microsoft Azure-powered Peloton Platform – provide a comprehensive land data management solution for renewable energy projects. These tools provide stakeholders with valuable insights to monitor operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and improve efficiency. Main features Dynamic visualization:…