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Nextracker announced during an annual earnings meeting that it had acquired Solar Pile International (SPI), a manufacturer of proprietary ground supports, for about $48 million on Wednesday. SPI produces a range of patented solar panel foundations that drive a spiral end into the ground using a rotating channel that moves independently of the outer pole. The pole series from Solar Pile International This acquisition comes just over a month after Nextracker announced the purchase of Ojjo, another ground mounting manufacturer with a patented pole system. “Our fiscal year is off to an excellent start with another quarter of strong execution…

Inverter manufacturers such as Sungrow, Huawei, Sineng, Growatt, Kstar and TBEA are all participating in the CEEC procurement program, which aims to purchase approximately 15 GW of products. August 2, 2024 Vincent Shaw and Valerie Thompson China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) has announced the shortlisted candidates for the annual procurement of PV inverters in 2024. Sungrow, Huawei and Sineng have each secured a top candidate position in two of the six tender segments, representing a total of 15 GW of PV inverters. Other companies, including Growatt, Kstar and TBEA, were also among the candidates.Solar glass manufacturer Xinyi solar energy generated…

Investments in solar farms require clear reporting metrics, the study said. Image: Sebastian Ganso via Pixabay A new study led by the University of York has shown that investment in solar farms could provide a major boost to biodiversity in Britain, but only if consistent benchmarks for evaluation are set. The paper, titled Nature-positive investments in solar energy: sector guidance, advocates investment in solar farms, not only because of the potential contribution to clean energy generation targets, but also for the role that solar farms can play in restoring nature on British soil. The report also includes a range of…

Canada and Italy have announced funds for hydrogen projects. Meanwhile, a team of researchers explained that Australia will need to ship hydrogen to Japan via methylcyclohexane (MCH) or liquid ammonia (LNH3) by 2030, not completely rejecting the liquid hydrogen (LH2) option. August 2, 2024 Sergio MatalucciCanada will commit up to CAD 300 million ($217 million) to support clean hydrogen trading Germany. “The resources will be allocated through a competitive auction process expected to start by the end of the year, following assessment by the European Commission of the proposed auction parameters and a similar financing commitment from Germany.” said the…

The BESS will operate through Tesla’s algorithmic trading platform, Autobidder, which has already been deployed on other Harmony projects. Image: Harmony energy. The Harmony Energy Income Trust fund has announced the successful start-up of its 35MW/70MWh battery energy storage project in North Yorkshire. Developed by Harmony Energy, the project’s construction was managed by Tesla under the supervision of the Harmony Energy project team. The battery energy storage system (BESS) will be located in Rusholme and is expected to be fully operational in all markets by early August. Harmony Energy is a developer and investment advisor of the Harmony Energy Income…

The Japanese conglomerate said its washer-dryer can now be connected to rooftop PV through its AI-based Eee Connect system. This type of device is being added to air conditioners, water heaters and refrigerators and can now be controlled through the company’s Cocoro app. August 2, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Japanese industrial group Sharp has announced that it has upgraded its AI-based Eee Connect system for effective use of PV-generated electricity by connecting residential solar systems, batteries, home appliances and electric vehicles (EVs).The company said the system is now also available ES-X12C/V12C washer-dryer, which contributes to the air conditioners, water heaters and…

Two Ukrainian hospitals recently hosted inauguration ceremonies for hybrid solar and storage systems installed through an initiative led by the RePower Ukraine Charitable Foundation. August 2, 2024 Patrick JowettHospitals in the Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv and Brovary are now benefiting from solar energy plus storage systems, installed via an initiative led by the RePower Ukraine charity foundation.The array at the Brovary Multidisciplinary Clinical Hospital, located in the Kiev region, was inaugurated on July 25. It consists of a 24 kW solar power plant with a 28.8 kWh backup system and was designed and built using components manufactured by the German…

A group of researchers in Australia have outlined a new methodology to determine the minimum power of energy storage systems (ESSs) used for underfrequency response in emergency situations. The ESS size must be calculated to keep the frequency within the standard operating range. August 2, 2024 Emiliano BelliniA group of researchers from Edith Cowan University in Australia have proposed a new methodology to determine the optimal size of large inverter-connected energy storage systems (ESSs) planned for underfrequency response in emergency situations.“Providing the necessary response with minimal ESS capacity is beneficial for power system planning and operating a fleet of partially…

Renewable America (RNA) has announced new milestones toward commercial operation dates at two major solar sites in California. The West Tambo Clean Power II site (WEST-II), a 2.93 MWDC development located in Livingston, and the Dos Palos Clean Power site (DOSP), a 4.29 MWDC project in Dos Palos are intended to advance carbon reduction goals in designated low-income and underserved communities. WEST-II is expected to reach its commercial operation date (COD) in early August 2024. San Jose Clean Energy will purchase the power generated by WEST-II to provide energy to the San Jose community, while Peninsula Clean Energy will purchase…

The Rosamund Central 147 MW/588 MWh battery energy storage project in Kern County, California is accompanied by a 192 MW solar farm, which was completed in 2020. July 31, 2024 Marija Maisch By ESS newsIndependent energy producer Clearway Energy has flipped the switch on the 147 MW Rosamond Central Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Kern County, California. The project represents Clearway’s latest investment in its nearly 850 MW BESS portfolio in operations and construction.Rosamond Central BESS consists of lithium-ion batteries with a battery life of four hours and is located next to Clearway’s 192 MW Rosamond Central solar farm,…