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Researchers in Iran have used digital elevation models to improve the accuracy of solar energy potential maps. Their model aims to identify the best areas for solar panel deployment in urban areas. December 23, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Researchers from the University of Isfahan in Iran claim to have improved the precision of digital elevation models (DEMs) in creating high-resolution annual solar energy potential maps. DEMs are 3D images of the bare Earth’s surface of land, shown without trees, buildings, or other objects. In terms of their application in creating solar energy maps, these images take into account elevation, slope, aspect…
New research from India has shown that bifacial perovskite solar cells can achieve a 2% higher energy conversion efficiency at a tilt angle of 20 degrees. The scientists also developed a bifacial perovskite solar cell for applications in both tandem and single-junction PV devices. December 23, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay have performed a quantitative analysis of optimal albedo and tilt angle values in bifacial perovskite solar cells and found that improving the albedo at the back to 0.5 and using a 20 degree tilt angle results in the highest levels of efficiency. “Us…
Walmart and Nexamp have agreed to develop 31 community solar projects in Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Illinois and Minnesota. They expect to deploy more than 120 MW of solar capacity. December 20, 2024 Rachel Metea By pv magazine USA Walmart and Nexamp have unveiled plans to develop 31 community solar projects across five US states, totaling more than 120 MW of solar capacity. This is what a Nexamp spokesperson said pv magazine USA that the company expects the new solar projects to come online in mid-2025 and into 2026. Nexamp said the projects are expected to create more than 1,500…
Groundbreaking new material brings an affordable, sustainable future within reach While lithium-ion batteries have been the foundational technology for everything from smartphones and laptops to electric cars, there are increasing concerns about their future because lithium is relatively scarce, expensive and difficult to obtain, and may soon be endangered due to geopolitical developments . considerations. Scientists around the world are working to create viable alternatives. An international team of interdisciplinary researchers, including the University of Houston’s Canepa Research Laboratory, has developed a new type of material for sodium-ion batteries that could make them more efficient and improve their energy performance…
ABB has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Gamesa Electric’s power electronics business in Spain from Siemens Gamesa to strengthen ABB’s position in the growing market for high-performance renewable energy conversion technology. The acquisition will significantly expand ABB’s existing offering of power conversion products and services to renewable energy OEMs and end-users, with new portfolio and technical resources that will support the profitable growth strategy of ABB’s Motion business area. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the second half of 2025. Financial terms were not disclosed.…
China’s Bslbatt has unveiled its latest product: an integrated low-voltage energy storage system that combines inverters from 5 kW to 15 kW with battery storage systems from 15 kWh to 35 kWh. December 20, 2024 Marija Maisch By ESS news Bslbatt, a Chinese storage system manufacturer, has launched an integrated low-voltage energy storage system suitable for various residential and commercial application scenarios, such as homes, farms, shops, hospitals and neighborhoods. The solution combines inverters from 5 kW to 15 kW, supplied by Bslbatt or other preferred manufacturers, provided they are listed as compatible, with battery storage systems from 15 kWh…
Groundbreaking developments in solid-state battery technology for energy storage Recent advances in solid-state battery technology are paving the way for a transformative era in energy storage. These developments hold promise for revolutionizing electric vehicles and sustainable energy systems through improved performance and safety. A focus on electrolyte innovation has been critical to this progress, enabling the development of high-performance all-solid state batteries (ASSBs). A new review article provides a comprehensive overview of advances in inorganic solid electrolytes (ISEs), materials central to ASSBs. Researchers investigated the role of oxides, sulfides, hydroborates, antiperovskites and halides not only as electrolytes, but also as…
Primergy Solar has announced its 100 MWAC solar project in Ashley County, Arkansas, is fully operational. The project, called Amazon Solar Farm Arkansas – Prairie Mist, is now delivering solar energy to the grid and marks the second project in Primergy’s portfolio to come online in 2024. “Prairie Mist represents a step forward in our mission to develop impactful projects that benefit local communities and meet the diverse needs of our customers,” said Ty Daul, CEO of Primergy. “Achieving commercial operation is a monumental milestone for our team, and we are grateful to our partners for their support and commitment…
This week, Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) gives voice to Carol Murphy, Head of Independent Engineering for Onshore Renewables at the UK’s OWC. She says that with more women joining the solar industry, it is easier than ever to connect with colleagues across roles and organizations. “To any woman looking to enter this field, my advice would be to persevere. No matter what obstacles you face, if you are passionate about a career in solar energy, there is a place for you,” she says. December 20, 2024 Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) Throughout my career, I have witnessed an encouraging…
University of Houston scientists solve meteorological mysteries on Mars A groundbreaking achievement by University of Houston scientists is changing our understanding of Martian climate and weather, while also providing critical insights into Earth’s atmospheric processes. The study, led by Larry Guan, a graduate student in the Department of Physics in the UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, was led by his advisors, Professor Liming Li of the Department of Physics and Professor Xun Jiang of the Department of Earth and Mathematics. Atmospheric Sciences and several world-renowned planetary scientists have generated the first-ever meridional profile of Mars’ radiant energy budget,…