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The new multifunctional PV window concept aims to produce electricity while providing overheating protection for better indoor thermal and visual comfort. It consists of an insulating glazing with bifacial crystalline silicon solar cell strips and built-in blinds that act as reflectors for the back of the cells. October 16, 2024 Emiliano Bellini A research group coordinated by the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research (TNO) has a multifunctional PV window concept that aims to produce electricity at the same time provides protection against overheating for better thermal and visual comfort indoors. “The ZIEZO window consists of a unique insulating glazing…
The Indian government has said it wants to be a “leading producer and supplier of green hydrogen in the world” and is investing accordingly. The country’s location, abundant renewable energy production and large population could all benefit India’s green hydrogen plans. “The government of India has done a phenomenal job in rolling out these incentives,” said Bikesh Ogra, managing director and CEO of the Jakson Green subsidiary of diesel generators and solar panel manufacturer Jakson Group, referring to the two strategic interventions for Incentives for the Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT), for electrolyzer production and hydrogen production respectively. Jakson Group is…
Researchers have studied Israel’s method of settling prices for PV tenders and raised concerns about the potential for long-term dominance. They examined how abuse of power and technological inefficiencies lead to market inefficiencies, and concluded that a duopoly best suits the Israeli market. October 16, 2024 Lior Kahana Scientists from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev analyzed the Israeli PV market through three major tenders. They examined it in terms of economic prosperity, focusing on inefficiencies caused by market concentration and technological inefficiencies due to less competitive companies winning tenders. The Israel Electricity Authority (IEA) held three tenders in 2016, 2017…
In the quickly evolving environment of solar energy technology, the choice of battery storage plays a crucial role in system performance and longevity. This article provides a comparison of lead-acid and lithium batteries, examining their characteristics, performance metrics, and suitability for solar applications. By analyzing these two battery technologies, we aim to equip you with the knowledge to make an informed decision for your solar energy storage needs. Overview of Lead-Acid and Lithium Battery Technologies Lead-Acid Batteries Lead-acid batteries have been a staple in energy storage since the mid-19th century. These batteries utilize a chemical reaction between lead plates and…
Tokyo-based Toyo Co. says it will invest $60 million in a new 2 GW solar cell factory in Ethiopia, which will primarily serve the US market. October 16, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Japan-based tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell manufacturer Toyo has announced plans to build a 2 GW cell manufacturing facility in Hawassa, Ethiopia. The company said it will initially invest $60 million in the new $31,500 million2 factory. “Toyo expects to begin equipping the new factory in November 2024, with the new factory expected to begin production at the end of the first quarter of 2025,” the company…
Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners announces two long-term agreements covering 100% of solar energy generation at Cleve Hill Solar Park. British supermarket chain Tesco has signed a 15-year agreement covering 65% of production and Shell will manage the remaining capacity under a 10-year route-to-market agreement. October 16, 2024 Matthew Lynas Image: Andreas Gücklhorn, Unsplash Tesco Stores Limited and Shell Energy Europe Limited have signed major offtake agreements with Cleve Hill Solar Park, a 373 MW solar and 150 MW battery storage project under construction in Kent, England. The 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with supermarket chain Tesco is the largest PPA for…
First Minister of Scotland John Swinney MSP, second from left, with Highview executives including CEO Richard Butland, second from right. Image: Highview Power. Highview Power has unveiled plans for a long-term energy storage project (LDES) using liquid air energy storage technology (LAES) in Scotland. The company is developing a 2.5 GWh project called Hunterston at a site in Peel Ports in North Ayrshire, Scotland. It will be the company’s second project using LAES technology. The first step is to build the grid connection and infrastructure for grid stability services, for which the construction permit has been obtained, while the full…
Production is now underway in Sweden’s first large-scale agricultural park, owned and operated by Svea Solar. A power purchase agreement has been signed with a local vertical farmer for the electricity produced, while the farm under the solar panels will produce rapeseed, loam and wheat on a rotational basis. October 16, 2024 Patrick Jowett Swedish solar energy company Svea Solar has developed Sweden’s first large-scale agricultural park. The 6 MW solar park, located in the municipality of Gullspång in western Sweden, covers 13 hectares. It features a total of 8,680 panels installed as a 2P single-axis tracker system designed to…
Power Factors has announced the availability of Unity Asset Performance Management (APM) and Unity AI Insights, two applications designed to drive operational efficiency and performance optimization for renewable energy stakeholders throughout the asset lifecycle. These products are available today and represent the next generation of sustainable energy management, integrating the best capabilities of Power Factors’ proven APM products, Drive and Greenbyte. Unity APM, a new asset performance management application, and Unity AI Insights, an extension of Unity APM that amplifies powerful AI-driven analytics, sit on top of the newly redesigned Unity platform, the most scalable, secure and powerful management of…
The competent minister has signed a decree that allows the electricity transmission system operator (TSO) Terna to organize tender exercises, possibly as early as the first half of 2025. October 16, 2024 Sergio Matalucci and Massimiliano Tripodo Italian Energy Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin Image: MASE By ESS news Italy’s Minister of the Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto, has signed a decree authorizing the creation of a centralized electricity storage system. Now that the European Commission has approved the plans submitted by Italy in December 2023, Pichetto’s signature allows electricity TSO Terna to organize tenders for the purchase of energy…