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Terrasmart designed and manufactured a shelving system for a 2.8 MW solar carport project at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ohio. The site’s owners claim it is the largest publicly accessible solar array in the United States, providing shade for up to 800 vehicles. October 29, 2024 Blathnaid O’Dea Terrace mart Image: Terrasmart Florida renewable energy company Terrace mart and Ohio-based engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company Melink Solar have completed the installation of a 2.8 MW solar carport at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Melink Solar, Terrasmart and Cincinnati Zoo said the new development is currently…

TCL Zhonghuan said it posted a net loss of CNY2.998 billion for the third quarter of 2024, on revenue of CNY6.369 billion, down 53.7% year-on-year. It posted full-year revenue of CNY22.582 billion, down 53.59% from the same period in 2023, and a full-year net loss of CNY6.061 billion. The company attributed its poor performance to persistent supply and demand imbalances across the industry, as key segments of the supply chain remain below cost levels. Maxwell Technologies said net profit attributable to shareholders rose 2.87% to CNY 297 million in the third quarter, while revenue rose 29.47% year-on-year to CNY 2.898…

Morocco and TE H2 have agreed to reserve land for the Chbika hydrogen project in Morocco. They aim to build 1 GW of solar and wind capacity to produce 200,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually for the European market. October 29, 2024 Sergio Matalucci TE H2a partnership between TotalEnergies and EREN Group, has signed a preliminary contract with Morocco to reserve land for the Chbika hydrogen project in the Guelmim-Oued Noun region near the Atlantic coast. This agreement allows TE H2, together with the Danish companies Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and AP Møller Capital, to launch pre-front-end engineering design (pre-FEED)…

American Bluetti has developed a new energy storage system (ESS) that provides up to 154.8 kWh of storage and 60 kW of output by connecting up to three systems in parallel. It contains an inverter and a voltage regulator with up to seven batteries. October 29, 2024 Lior Kahana American storage specialist Bluetti has introduced a new energy storage system (ESS) for homes, consisting of the EP2000 hybrid inverter, the HV800 voltage regulator and the B700 battery. The system has a solar input of 30 kW and delivers up to 20 kW output power. “The EP2000 features customizable power options…

A solar project from Verogy. Verogy has announced a partnership with NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), the renewable energy subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, to develop solar projects and solar plus battery energy storage systems in the Northeast. “This partnership adds more capabilities and geographic diversification to our already strong project pipeline,” said Robert Pohlman, VP of NJR Clean Energy Ventures. “Verogy is a respected developer who shares our commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful projects to reduce emissions and advance clean energy goals.” As leaders in the renewable energy market with extensive experience in designing, building and operating large-scale commercial…

Hemlock Semiconductor and parent company Corning Inc. take advantage of tax incentives established by the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act to increase their involvement in the solar energy production market. World of solar energy has confirmed that, in addition to increased production of polysilicon for the solar energy market, the Hemlock, Michigan companies will soon produce silicon rods and wafers for solar panels. Credit: Hemlock Hemlock has a long relationship with the domestic polysilicon market, producing nearly a quarter of the world’s polysilicon supply along with fellow US producers REC Silicon and Wacker Chemie in the…

Korean researchers have used thermal and wet gravity separation (WGS) to separate EVA from recovered silicon powder in end-of-life PV modules with “minimal” chemical use. The proposed technique produces silicon powder that can be reused as a raw material for upcycling into silicon nitride, silicon oxide or silicon carbide. October 29, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Researchers from Gyeongsang National University Jinju in South Korea have developed a new method for separating ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) encapsulant from recycled silicon energy in end-of-life (EoL) solar panels. Common mechanical recycling processes involve blending EVA after crushing or grinding, while chemical and delamination methods…

to solar energy that’s taking to the water. As land becomes increasingly scarce and valuable, especially in densely populated areas, the idea of floating solar panels on bodies of water is gaining traction. But what exactly are floatovoltaics, and how do they work? Let’s learn about this technology that’s bridging the gap between solar power and water resources. What Are Floatovoltaics? Floatovoltaics, also known as floating photovoltaic systems or floating solar, are solar panel arrays that float on bodies of water instead of being installed on land. These systems typically consist of solar panels mounted on buoyant platforms, designed to…

Australian battery technology company Li-S Energy has announced a major improvement in the performance of its lithium-sulfur battery technology, with the latest version achieving an energy density of almost 500 Wh per kg. October 29, 2024 David Caroll By pv magazine Australia Australia’s Li-S Energy said it has manufactured full-size 10 Ah semi-solid state cells that deliver an energy density of 498 Wh/kg at initial discharge and 456 Wh/kg after formation cycles, with the cells continuously cycling to stay. testing. The Brisbane-based company said the cells that deliver these feats incorporate the cell chemistry of the third-generation semi-solid state lithium-sulfur…

Good Energy CEO Nigel Pocklington (pictured) said the acquisition will increase the company’s commercial installation capabilities. Image: Good energy Renewable energy supplier Good Energy has acquired Empower Energy in a multi-million pound deal, boosting its installation services. In a regulatory announcement, Good Energy revealed it had agreed to acquire 100% of the solar installer on a debt-free basis for an initial consideration of £7 million. If conditions are met, a further deferred consideration of £1 million in cash will be paid in January 2026. As part of the acquisition, Ryan McShea, founder and director of Empower Energy, will join Good…