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Gambian utility Nawec is seeking proposals for a 50 MW PV plant planned to be deployed in Soma, south of the Gambia River. The project is part of a broader solar project that will eventually include unspecified battery storage capacity. October 4, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Image: aboodi vesakaran, UnsplashThe Gambian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy (MoPE) and the state-owned company Nawec have jointly launched an initiative tender for the construction of a 50 MW PV installation in Soma, south of the Gambia River.The PV plant is part of a 150 MW solar project under development since 2019 and expected to…

The United States continues to set quarterly records for energy storage installations in every major market segment, according to a report from Wood Mackenzie. October 3, 2024 Ryan Kennedy By ESS newsEnergy storage installations in the United States continue to grow as the share of intermittent renewable energy generation from sources such as solar and wind increases, creating a need to store and distribute electricity when it is needed most.A quarterly report from Wood Mackenzie for the second quarter of 2024 shows that US developers have ordered 3,011 MW and 10,492 MWh of energy storage across segments. It represents the…

In a new weekly update for pv magazineSolcast, a DNV company, reports that this winter has brought dry and warm conditions to most of South America, resulting in higher than normal insolation across the continent. Conditions have been particularly dry in the Amazon Basin, promoting wildfire activity, and the resulting smoke has reduced solar radiation along the plume’s path. October 4, 2024 SolcastThis winter brought dry and warm conditions to most of South America, resulting in higher than normal insolation across the continent. Conditions have been particularly dry in the Amazon Basin, promoting wildfire activity, and the resulting smoke has…

The utility announced plans to invest extensively in large-scale battery operations in response to growing demand for flexibility, adding 500 MW of battery storage annually. October 3, 2024 Sandra Enkhardt By ESS newsAs renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power continue to dominate the landscape, the need for flexibility in the electricity grid has never been greater. Meet Vattenfall, ready to make its mark in the energy storage world.“We expect a significant increase in battery storage capacity, especially for short-term daily flexibility needs. System flexibility is crucial for stabilizing networks and limiting price spikes in the market,” said…

The US energy storage market saw significant growth in the second quarter, with the network-scale segment leading the way with deployed capacity of 2,773 MW and 9,982 MWh. According to the latest report from the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Wood MackenzieUS Energy Storage Monitor” According to the report, every segment of the market saw growth in the second quarter over year-ago totals, with the community and commercial sector (CCI) up 61% to 87 MWh and residential up 12% to 423 MWh. A total of 3,011 MW and 10,492 MWh were deployed in the market, the second highest quarter…

Industry association Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft (BSW-Solar) expects that approximately 7 GWh of large-scale battery storage will be added in that period. October 4, 2024 Sandra Enkhardt The expansion of large battery storage facilities could accelerate significantly by 2026Image: Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft (BSW-SolarBy ESS newsGerman solar trade association BSW-Solar expects the capacity of large battery storage systems installed in Germany to increase fivefold by 2026.With 1.8 GWh of capacity installed to date, in systems with at least 1 MW of connected capacity, BSW-Solar expects approximately 7 GWh to be added by 2026, according to analysis by Enervis on behalf of the member organization.…

This week, Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) gives the voice to Elina Kivelä, chief of staff of Swedish Turn Energy. She says companies should implement mandatory physical training, daily wellness hours, great parental leave benefits, health checks and a hybrid work model. “This is crucial for balancing family life, something we know women often struggle with the most,” she says. October 4, 2024 Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu)The solar industry is an innovative and fast-growing field, offering the opportunity to be a pioneering leader in driving gender equality and diversity. Structured mentorship programs, professional growth opportunities and encouraging female leadership…

The India-based module maker said its new panels have an energy conversion efficiency of up to 23.1% and a temperature coefficient of -0.24% per C. October 4, 2024 Uma Gupta Reliance 760 Wp Bifacial HJT Module at REI Expo 2024Image: pv magazineBy pv magazine IndiaIndian solar manufacturer Reliance New Energy Ltd, a part of Reliance Industries Ltd, has showcased a bifacial heterojunction (HJT) solar panel at the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.The Pro-XL series consists of modules built with 144 half-cut bifacial HJT cells based on G12 wafers. The bifaciality factor is…

The European Commission (EC) has approved a €1.2 billion ($1.3 billion) Polish state aid scheme to support investments in electricity storage facilities. October 4, 2024 Marija Maisch Image: Nemesia Production, UnsplashBy ESS newsThe European Commission has approved a €1.2 billion Polish plan to support investments in electricity storage facilities to help reduce the Polish electricity system’s dependence on fossil fuels and facilitate the smooth integration of renewable energy with variable generation into the national electricity system.In an announcement on October 3, 2024, the European Union’s executive arm said Poland’s plan will support the installation of at least 5.4 GWh of…

Jakson Solar’s Helia NXT R-series PV modules use rectangular 16-busbar n-type TOPCon cells and have an efficiency of up to 23.34%. October 4, 2024 Emiliano BelliniBy pv magazine IndiaJakson Solar Modules and Cells, a part of Indian energy company Jakson Group, launched the Helia NXT R-series solar modules at the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.The n-type bifacial modules use rectangular 16-busbar n-type TOPCon cells and have an efficiency of up to 23.34%. “This technology allows the module to deliver maximum output power from 610W to 630W, ensuring high power generation combined with…