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The Superpower Institute, a non-profit Australian think tank, says that based on current production levels, the country’s clean energy export revenues could reach AUD700 billion ($457 billion), with the potential to grow this figure to AUD$457 billion by 2060. 1 trillion could push. November 20, 2024 Ev Foley By pv magazine Australia The Superpower Institute, an Australian think tank, said the potential revenue from the country’s clean energy exports is A$700 billion based on current industrial production, with projections of A$1 trillion by 2060. The report, ‘The New Energy Trade’, identifies significant clean energy shortages in China, Japan, South Korea,…

Just a few weeks after the United States elections, two new members of Congress have put their names to legislation that would prevent Chinese companies from accessing credits available under the Inflation Reduction Act. U.S. Representatives John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Jared Golden (D-ME) introduced bipartisanship legislation to implement the Treasury Department’s final regulations on Sec. 45X Advanced Manufacturing Credits. The members of Congress argue that the Treasury Department’s rules on 45X allow companies affiliated with China to receive U.S. taxpayer money to produce clean energy components. Moolenaar represents Michigan’s Second Congressional District, home to the under-construction battery factory of Gotion…

The Romanian Ministry of Energy has launched a subsidy program for battery energy storage systems developed in combination with existing sustainable energy facilities – wind, solar or hydroelectric power stations. November 20, 2024 Marija Maisch Image: Biro Zoltan, Unsplash By ESS news Romania has launched a new subsidy scheme for behind-the-meter battery energy storage systems for an amount of 150 million euros. With funding from the Modernization Fund, the Ministry of Energy launched the competitive bid call on Tuesday. Bids will be accepted until January 17, 2025. Under the scheme, subsidies will be available for battery storage systems built next…

Sunways’ new three-phase inverters have an efficiency of up to 98.6% and a European efficiency of up to 98.2%. They are available in five versions, with powers ranging from 15 kW to 30 kW. November 20, 2024 Emiliano Bellini The STT-15-30KTL-SE(-S) inverter Image: Sunways Sunways has developed new three-phase inverters for residential and small commercial rooftop PV projects. The China-based inverter manufacturer said its new STT-15-30KTL-SE(-S) inverters support up to 110% AC overload. “The 150% DC overload capacity gives users the benefit of installing additional PV modules, ensuring greater energy yield during off-peak solar hours,” the company said in a…

Bord Gáis Energy has acquired Swyft Energy in a bid to expand its solar offering. Image: Centrica Irish utility Bord Gáis Energy has acquired solar energy supplier Swyft Energy in a bid to become a fully green energy supplier. Bord Gáis Energy, owned by British gas parent company Centrica, declined to reveal the price it paid for Swyft Energy, a company that focuses on installing solar energy and boilers. While Bord Gáis Energy is already active in the solar PV market, supplying residential customers with solar energy and also working with the Irish Farmer’s Association to bring solar PV to…

Kinematics, a motion control manufacturer, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire P4Q, a company specializing in solar tracker controllers, industrial automation, sensors and cloud-based monitoring. Credit: P4Q Headquartered in Spain and with operations in Europe and the United States, P4Q specializes in the development of electronics for solar tracking controllers, technology that complements Kinematics’ actuation systems. By integrating P4Q’s capabilities into Kinematics portfolio of actuators, sensors and controllers, the combination will increase energy efficiency, reliability and precision to improve utility-scale solar production, Kinematics stated in a press release. “Signing this agreement is a pivotal moment for Kinematics as we…

PVHardware USA (PVH), a global solar tracker manufacturer based in Houston, is supplying its AxoneDuo Infinity solar trackers for Energix renewable energy sources’Northumberland Solar Project in Milton, Pennsylvania. Credit: PVHardware USA The 78 MW Northumberland Project, owned and operated by Energix, is poised to generate enough electricity to power more than 15,000 homes. PVH pre-assembles its trackers, reducing the number of components delivered to solar construction sites and shortening installation time. Additionally, 70% of PVH’s solar tracker components are manufactured in the United States, allowing solar project developers to meet domestic content qualifications. “Our partnership with Energix demonstrates the importance…

Barcelona City Council is piloting two prototype solar systems designed to provide shade, generate power and filter air. November 20, 2024 Pilar Sanchez Molina Image: Ajuntament de Barcelona By pv magazine Spain Barcelona City Council plans to test two solar prototypes that can generate photovoltaic energy while creating seasonal shade based on savings or protection needs. The prototypes will be installed in areas that are not suitable for trees or plant infrastructure, which the municipality calls ‘urban green’. The winning designs were selected through a competition for innovative photovoltaic solutions, promoted by BIT Habitat, the municipality’s urban innovation agency, with…

Castillo technique was selected by Recon Corporation to provide design and engineering services for two new community solar projects in Illinois, totaling 15 MWdirect current. The two 7.5 MW projects, part of the Illinois Shines of Adjustable Block Program, are located in the cities of Pontiac and Odell and will use single-axis trackers. Credit: Castillo Engineering The projects are expected to break ground in the first quarter of 2025 and be completed in the fourth quarter of 2025. This announcement comes after Castillo acquired a portfolio of three projects totaling 23 MW with Recon in the first quarter of 2024.…

Customers could earn up to €250 by participating. Image: SolarEdge. Smart energy technology company SolarEdge has launched a new flexible energy service in collaboration with software supplier Axle Energy. The new SolarEdge Flexible Grid Services program allows owners of SolarEdge home battery energy storage systems (BESS) to join a virtual power plant network (VPP). At times of peak demand on the UK electricity grid, Axle Energy’s software can automatically intervene to sell electricity stored in SolarEdge home batteries, helping customers earn up to £250 this winter. In addition, customers living in eligible areas of Great Britain can also participate in…