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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 January 17, 2025 Ryan Kennedy By pv magazine USA Lightsource BP has withdrawn its request appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court on the approval of the planned Birch Solar project.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:…
This week, Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) gives voice to Brigite Gonçalves, Head of Utility-Scale PV Business Developer at Portugal’s EnergyCon. She says women in the solar industry face unique challenges, such as underrepresentation in decision-making roles and the persistence of unconscious biases. “To achieve equality, the solar industry must prioritize structural changes, including accessible mentoring and sponsorship programs tailored to women,” she said. January 17, 2025 Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) As a relatively young and dynamic industry, the solar energy sector holds great promise for promoting inclusivity and diversity. Yet, like many other sectors, it also faces challenges…
DSPTCH has announced the release of the DSPTCH Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Field Guide. This indispensable resource provides more than 100 pages of in-depth guidance on applicable wage, internship requirements, and IRA tax credit compliance, giving project stakeholders the tools, resources, and knowledge to navigate the complexities of the IRA. The IRA Field Guide is a resource for developers, contractors, financiers and stakeholders involved in IRA tax credit projects. It includes: Interactive models: Illustrate the tax credit transaction, applicable wage and apprenticeship terms, and friction costs. Case Study: Shows how IRS wage and apprenticeship recovery provisions can accumulate financial liabilities…
In a new weekly update for pv magazineSolcast, a DNV company, reports that December brought striking contrasts in solar radiation across Europe, with northern Europe experiencing radiation levels up to 30% below the already weak seasonal average, while regions south of the main mountain ranges of Europe saw radiation levels of up to 30%. above typical levels. January 17, 2025 Solcast December brought striking contrasts in solar radiation across Europe, with northern Europe seeing radiation levels up to 30% below the already weak seasonal average, while regions south of Europe’s main mountain ranges saw radiation levels up to 30% below…
Renewable energy-focused nonprofit Enphase Energy, Empowered by Light and a global energy management technology company, have partnered to provide solar generators to communities affected by the recent LA fires and to firefighting teams deployed from the Bay Area to to help fight the devastating fires. The two Bay Area-based organizations are distributing 25 Enphase IQ PowerPack 1500s, a portable solar generator with portable solar panels, which can be used to charge cell phones, laptops, radios, lights and other small critical devices. About a dozen of the solar generators are used by the strike teams fighting the fires to power the…