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A major extension of the lifespan of zinc batteries could boost energy storage A major leap forward in energy storage technology could soon change the way large amounts of electricity are stored for sustainable energy solutions. Scientists from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have unveiled a new method that could dramatically extend the life of aqueous zinc-ion batteries. Addressing key sustainability challenges, the team suggests these batteries could last hundreds of thousands of cycles – far longer than the typical lifespan of a few thousand cycles for current models. Central to this advancement is a specialized protective layer applied…

The appeal of the open road is strong in the United States, where highways can weave through breathtaking landscapes. Recreational vehicles (RVs) make adventures easy, but powering portable homes with diesel generators is a poor solution for today’s traveler. Briter Products President Avanti Lalwani tells pv magazine how her company is putting solar energy on wheels. October 29, 2024 Matthew Lynas From pv magazine 24/10 There are more than 11 million RVs in the United States, each with different energy needs. The latest data from the RV Industry Association shows that demand for RV-related products should be at an all-time…

MBJ Solutions, a German test equipment specialist, recently launched two new products for developers of perovskite and perovskite-silicon tandem devices. The MBJ Steady State Sun Simulator is designed for cell and small perovskite module research, and the MBJ Light Soaking Unit is intended for aging testing and preconditioning. October 29, 2024 Valerie Thompson German MBJ Solutions, a specialist in equipment for the PV industry, recently launched the MBJ Steady State Sun Simulator, designed for the characterization of small perovskite modules, and the MBJ Light Soaking Unit, created for aging testing and preconditioning of perovskite devices. The market for MBJ Solutions…

(left) Andrew McCreadie, site agent for Cheetham Hill Construction, and OnPath Energy development planner Will Rust at the Barnsdale Solar Energy Park. Image: OnPath Energy. Renewable energy developer OnPath Energy has started construction on a 40MW solar project in West Yorkshire. The Barnsdale Solar Energy Park, located to the east of the city of Leeds, received unanimous planning approval in 2021. Construction has now started on the 50 hectares of land on which the solar PV power plant will be located, with local contractor Cheetham Hill Construction beginning work on the entrance to the site to facilitate further construction in…

Terrasmart designed and manufactured a shelving system for a 2.8 MW solar carport project at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ohio. The site’s owners claim it is the largest publicly accessible solar array in the United States, providing shade for up to 800 vehicles. October 29, 2024 Blathnaid O’Dea Terrace mart Image: Terrasmart Florida renewable energy company Terrace mart and Ohio-based engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company Melink Solar have completed the installation of a 2.8 MW solar carport at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Melink Solar, Terrasmart and Cincinnati Zoo said the new development is currently…

TCL Zhonghuan said it posted a net loss of CNY2.998 billion for the third quarter of 2024, on revenue of CNY6.369 billion, down 53.7% year-on-year. It posted full-year revenue of CNY22.582 billion, down 53.59% from the same period in 2023, and a full-year net loss of CNY6.061 billion. The company attributed its poor performance to persistent supply and demand imbalances across the industry, as key segments of the supply chain remain below cost levels. Maxwell Technologies said net profit attributable to shareholders rose 2.87% to CNY 297 million in the third quarter, while revenue rose 29.47% year-on-year to CNY 2.898…

Morocco and TE H2 have agreed to reserve land for the Chbika hydrogen project in Morocco. They aim to build 1 GW of solar and wind capacity to produce 200,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually for the European market. October 29, 2024 Sergio Matalucci TE H2a partnership between TotalEnergies and EREN Group, has signed a preliminary contract with Morocco to reserve land for the Chbika hydrogen project in the Guelmim-Oued Noun region near the Atlantic coast. This agreement allows TE H2, together with the Danish companies Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and AP Møller Capital, to launch pre-front-end engineering design (pre-FEED)…

American Bluetti has developed a new energy storage system (ESS) that provides up to 154.8 kWh of storage and 60 kW of output by connecting up to three systems in parallel. It contains an inverter and a voltage regulator with up to seven batteries. October 29, 2024 Lior Kahana American storage specialist Bluetti has introduced a new energy storage system (ESS) for homes, consisting of the EP2000 hybrid inverter, the HV800 voltage regulator and the B700 battery. The system has a solar input of 30 kW and delivers up to 20 kW output power. “The EP2000 features customizable power options…

A solar project from Verogy. Verogy has announced a partnership with NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), the renewable energy subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, to develop solar projects and solar plus battery energy storage systems in the Northeast. “This partnership adds more capabilities and geographic diversification to our already strong project pipeline,” said Robert Pohlman, VP of NJR Clean Energy Ventures. “Verogy is a respected developer who shares our commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful projects to reduce emissions and advance clean energy goals.” As leaders in the renewable energy market with extensive experience in designing, building and operating large-scale commercial…

Hemlock Semiconductor and parent company Corning Inc. take advantage of tax incentives established by the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act to increase their involvement in the solar energy production market. World of solar energy has confirmed that, in addition to increased production of polysilicon for the solar energy market, the Hemlock, Michigan companies will soon produce silicon rods and wafers for solar panels. Credit: Hemlock Hemlock has a long relationship with the domestic polysilicon market, producing nearly a quarter of the world’s polysilicon supply along with fellow US producers REC Silicon and Wacker Chemie in the…