Author: solarenergy
In the world of solar energy, maximizing the efficiency of your solar panels is important for achieving prime energy production and return on investment. One of the most significant factors affecting solar panel performance is shading and obstructions. This comprehensive guide will dive into shading, its impact on solar energy production, and strategies to reduce its effects. Introduction to Solar Panel Shading Shading is one of the most critical factors that can impact the performance of solar panels. Even small amounts of shade can reduce the energy output of a solar array. Understanding the nuances of shading is essential for…
Singapore has advanced its goal of importing 4 GW of low-carbon electricity by 2035 by signing two new agreements with parties in neighboring countries, including Australia’s SunCable project. September 6, 2024 Ev Foley Image: Danila Kropotkin, UnsplashBy pv magazine AustraliaSingapore-based Vena Energy, in partnership with Shell Eastern Trading, China’s Trina Solar and Gurin Energy’s Vanda RE, is working on clean energy projects in Indonesia’s Riau Islands to meet Singapore’s energy needs.Vena Energy and Shell have received conditional approval from the Singapore Energy Market Authority to import 400 MW of renewable energy from the Riau Islands.Vena Energy’s projects in Indonesia include…
Infinrel says its Energy Kardio Graph solution can measure small electrical disturbances at the inverter’s input and output on a MHz scale and provide insight into the actual operation of the inverter based on the switching cycle. September 6, 2024 Emiliano BelliniAmerican Infinrel has developed a new software solution that actively predicts component failures in inverters used in large-scale photovoltaic installations.“Our Energy Cardio Graph (EKG) system works like a medical ECG, but 10,000 times faster,” said company founder and CEO Bert Wank. pv magazine. “It samples small electrical disturbances at the input and output of the inverter on a MHz…
The 600MW development will include four ground-mounted solar PV generating stations in West Lindsay, Lincolnshire, four on-site substations and a battery energy storage system (BESS). Image: Island Green Power. Cottam Solar Project, developed by Island Green Power, which has delivered 14 solar projects across Britain and Ireland, has been granted a Development Consent Order (DCO) by Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero Ed Miliband. The 600MW development will include four ground-mounted solar PV generating stations in West Lindsay, Lincolnshire, four on-site substations and a battery energy storage system (BESS). The development will cover four separate sites across…
Eternit SA, a Brazilian building materials supplier, says it has developed a 50W panel for building-integrated PV (BIPV) applications. The 1 kg module features monocrystalline passivated emitter and rear cell technology (PERC). September 6, 2024 Alessandra NerisBy pv magazine BrazilEternallya Brazil-based building materials supplier, introduced a new solar module for BIPV applications at the recent Intersolar South America trade show and conference in São Paulo.The panel weighs just 1 kg, or 3 kg per square meter, and can be installed on a variety of surfaces, including all kinds of roofs, facades and modular structures, according to the company.It measures 960mm…
In South Africa, a tender is underway for the design, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of a 19.5 MW solar power plant on the site of an existing 105.8 MW wind farm in the western part of the country. The deadline for registration is September 12. September 6, 2024 Patrick Jowett State-owned Eskom has issued a tender for the design, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of a 19.5 MW solar power plant located at the 105.8 MW Sere wind farm in South Africa’s Western Cape province .The chosen contractor is also expected to carry out operations and maintenance for the…
To simplify the selection and installation of battery backup systems, Briggs & Stratton and Sol-Ark are sharing new “plug-and-play” packages that feature SimpliPHI 6.6 stackable batteries and Sol-Ark inverters. The three packages — Essential Power, Managed Power and Whole Home Power — each include the recommended number of batteries, Sol-Ark inverter, EnergyTrak gateway and battery monitoring app and MySolArk system monitoring app. “We’re helping our dealers navigate the ever-changing energy landscape and are making it easy for them to add battery backup power as an option for their customers who either cannot install a generator or prefer a battery solution,” said Tom Rugg, SVP…
Scientists at Yale University are looking for industry partners to explore stretchable material for panels and growing algae on modules, as well as other efficiency-enhancing options inspired by the behavior of giant clams. September 6, 2024 Blathnaid O’Dea Giant clams have intriguing solar potential, say scientists at Yale University.Image: Pooja Rathod, Wikimedia CommonsAnyone interested in boosting the efficiency of their solar panels should consider taking inspiration from giant clams in the shallow waters of the western Pacific Ocean, as a recent study led by scientists at Yale University suggests.The scientists are currently working to secure funding for further proof-of-concept scale…
Scanifly has announced that it has integrated with SubcontractorHub, an end-to-end platform that reduces installation costs, shortens project timelines and produces robust solar and energy storage proposals. This integration includes Scanifly’s remote and drone-based design capabilities as one of SubcontractorHub’s design tool options, and seamlessly complements SubcontractorHub’s sales, financing and project management solutions. Together, this integration delivers a streamlined workflow for sales dealers, EPCs and installers. Scanifly specializes in powering the operational phases of solar energy, including design, site survey, engineering, commissioning and maintenance. This new partnership offers contractors a true one-stop-shop experience, combining front-end and back-end solutions. “Our efforts…
Navisun and Ampion have announced a long-term strategic partnership that will connect commercial, industrial and residential customers in the Northeast and Midwest to solar energy. Navisun will design, build, own and operate more than 21 MWdirect current of solar energy in four states, with plans to add additional capacity to this partnership in the near future. Ampion will lead subscriber acquisition, billing, customer service and long-term subscription management for these five distributed community solar projects. Once completed and subscribed, the projects will serve households and businesses in Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Illinois, including economically disadvantaged customers. The first development,…