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A team from Tokyo University of Science has developed a solar cell-based computing device that mimics human synaptic behavior for use in edge AI processing. The researchers say the device has the potential to accelerate the development of low-power edge AI sensors in applications such as health monitoring, surveillance and automotive technologies. November 26, 2024 Patrick Jowett Scientists of the Tokyo University of Science have fabricated a self-powered, dye-sensitized solar cell-based device that mimics human synaptic behavior for edge AI processing. The research paper “Self-powered dye-sensitized solar cell-based synaptic devices for multi-scale time series data processing in Physical Reservoir Computing”,…
Japan allocated 56.4 MW of PV capacity in its latest tender process. The lowest bid was JPY 7.5 ($0.049)/kWh, while the average final price was JPY 8.17/kWh. November 26, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Japan’s Green Investment Promotion Organization has final results of the latest auction for large-scale solar energy projects. The state agency said so 56.4 MW of PV projects were selected during the tender procedure. It was Japan’s 22nd utility-scale solar auction and was expected to allocate 93 MW of generation capacity. The 23 selected projects range in size from 300 kW to 19.5 MW. The lowest bid was JPY…
The Oxford Institute for Energy Studies says tackling hydrogen leakage across the supply chain is crucial to making hydrogen a sustainable energy vector. Italy, meanwhile, has unveiled its national hydrogen strategy, focusing on its role in the Mediterranean. November 26, 2024 Sergio Matalucci The Oxford Institute for Energy Studies (OIES) said the effectiveness of hydrogen as a sustainable solution largely depends on addressing the environmental challenges posed by hydrogen leakage throughout the supply chain. “As hydrogen reacts with hydroxyl radicals, it extends the atmospheric life of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. In addition, hydrogen leakage contributes to ozone changes in…
The Japanese manufacturer said its new heat pumps have a temperature coefficient of up to 3.4 and sizes ranging from 16 kW to 70 kW. The new solution is said to be particularly suitable for hospitals, hotels and residential buildings. November 26, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Japanese heating systems manufacturer Daikin this week unveiled the new EWYE-CZ air-to-water inverter heat pump series. The company says the new products are particularly suitable for residential applications and boiler replacement projects. “The EWYE-CZ provides heating in various applications and enables the production of hot water for domestic use,” the company said in a statement.…
Once completed, the development will be Neoen’s first transmission-connected project in Ireland. Image: Neoen. Engineering and consultancy firm AFRY has been appointed as technical partner for a solar project under development by IPP Neoen in Ireland. The Ballinknockane solar project is a 79 MWp solar PV power plant under development in County Limerick, Ireland. The project was awarded a Contract for Difference (CfD) under Ireland’s RESS 2 auction in 2022, and once completed it will be the first utility-scale solar farm in County Limerick, and the first transmission-connected project of Neoen in Ireland. AFRY has now been appointed to provide…
An Ipsun Solar project from 2021. Ipsun Solar announced it is partnering with Versiris Energy to install 1.58 MW of rooftop solar on storage units throughout Virginia. This collaboration aligns with both companies’ commitment to increase access to clean energy and promote sustainability. The first completed installation project in this partnership is at a facility in Fairfax, Virginia, and marks the beginning of a portfolio of at least a dozen projects. “As we continue to expand our national offering of commercial and industrial solar projects, partnering with Ipsun Solar has been a crucial part of that endeavor in Virginia. Their…
Maxeon has announced that it will restructure its operations to focus exclusively on the US market. The Singapore-based global company will ink a deal with its majority shareholder’s parent company (TCL) to sell its European, Asian and Latin American sales and marketing. TCL will form a new entity, TCL SunPower International, for Maxeon’s former non-US entities, including Maxeon’s manufacturing operations in the Philippines. Assembly of solar panels at Maxeon’s factory in Mexico. With the new exclusive focus on the United States, Maxeon said it has signed a five-year lease on an existing building in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and plans to…
PowerChina has unveiled plans for a 300 MW offshore PV pilot project in the Bohai Sea, using advanced solar panels designed to withstand extreme maritime conditions. November 26, 2024 Vincent Shaw PowerChina has unveiled plans for a 300 MW offshore solar power pilot project in the Bohai Sea, southeast of Changli County, Hebei Province. The project, located approximately 7.3 km offshore in the Bohai Sea, will cover 957 m² with water depths of 6 to 12 meters. It will use n-type heterojunction (HJT) bifacial dual-glass modules with a minimum power of 715 Wp and 210 mm cells, targeting a procurement…
The project is Pulse’s first two-hour battery to come online. Image: National Network. Energy storage developer Pulse Clean Energy announced today (26 November) that it has successfully powered its latest battery energy storage system (BESS) project. The Hirwaun BESS development is a 22MW/49.5MWh BESS based in Aberdare, Wales. The current energy supply represents a significant milestone for Pulse Clean Energy, as the Hirwaun BESS is the company’s first two-hour battery. Now fully powered, the asset will be optimized by Habitat Energy, which has previously worked with Pulse Clean Energy to optimize other BESS assets in England and Wales. This project…
The Utah-based flywheel specialist and energy management company recently unveiled its full suite of commercial energy storage, management and security products. November 26, 2024 Marija Maisch By ESS news US-based storage specialist Torus recently presented its new energy storage and cybersecurity solutions. The product range, which was presented at the 47G Zero Gravity Summit in Utah in late October, utilizes the company’s vertically integrated flywheel technology, setting it apart in the commercial energy storage market. The product, called Torus Nova Spin, is an advanced Flywheel Energy Storage System (FESS) that provides fast response capabilities for grid stability and backup power.…