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The US energy storage market saw significant growth in the second quarter, with the network-scale segment leading the way with deployed capacity of 2,773 MW and 9,982 MWh. According to the latest report from the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Wood MackenzieUS Energy Storage Monitor” According to the report, every segment of the market saw growth in the second quarter over year-ago totals, with the community and commercial sector (CCI) up 61% to 87 MWh and residential up 12% to 423 MWh. A total of 3,011 MW and 10,492 MWh were deployed in the market, the second highest quarter…
Industry association Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft (BSW-Solar) expects that approximately 7 GWh of large-scale battery storage will be added in that period. October 4, 2024 Sandra Enkhardt The expansion of large battery storage facilities could accelerate significantly by 2026Image: Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft (BSW-SolarBy ESS newsGerman solar trade association BSW-Solar expects the capacity of large battery storage systems installed in Germany to increase fivefold by 2026.With 1.8 GWh of capacity installed to date, in systems with at least 1 MW of connected capacity, BSW-Solar expects approximately 7 GWh to be added by 2026, according to analysis by Enervis on behalf of the member organization.…
This week, Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) gives the voice to Elina Kivelä, chief of staff of Swedish Turn Energy. She says companies should implement mandatory physical training, daily wellness hours, great parental leave benefits, health checks and a hybrid work model. “This is crucial for balancing family life, something we know women often struggle with the most,” she says. October 4, 2024 Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu)The solar industry is an innovative and fast-growing field, offering the opportunity to be a pioneering leader in driving gender equality and diversity. Structured mentorship programs, professional growth opportunities and encouraging female leadership…
The India-based module maker said its new panels have an energy conversion efficiency of up to 23.1% and a temperature coefficient of -0.24% per C. October 4, 2024 Uma Gupta Reliance 760 Wp Bifacial HJT Module at REI Expo 2024Image: pv magazineBy pv magazine IndiaIndian solar manufacturer Reliance New Energy Ltd, a part of Reliance Industries Ltd, has showcased a bifacial heterojunction (HJT) solar panel at the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.The Pro-XL series consists of modules built with 144 half-cut bifacial HJT cells based on G12 wafers. The bifaciality factor is…
The European Commission (EC) has approved a €1.2 billion ($1.3 billion) Polish state aid scheme to support investments in electricity storage facilities. October 4, 2024 Marija Maisch Image: Nemesia Production, UnsplashBy ESS newsThe European Commission has approved a €1.2 billion Polish plan to support investments in electricity storage facilities to help reduce the Polish electricity system’s dependence on fossil fuels and facilitate the smooth integration of renewable energy with variable generation into the national electricity system.In an announcement on October 3, 2024, the European Union’s executive arm said Poland’s plan will support the installation of at least 5.4 GWh of…
Jakson Solar’s Helia NXT R-series PV modules use rectangular 16-busbar n-type TOPCon cells and have an efficiency of up to 23.34%. October 4, 2024 Emiliano BelliniBy pv magazine IndiaJakson Solar Modules and Cells, a part of Indian energy company Jakson Group, launched the Helia NXT R-series solar modules at the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.The n-type bifacial modules use rectangular 16-busbar n-type TOPCon cells and have an efficiency of up to 23.34%. “This technology allows the module to deliver maximum output power from 610W to 630W, ensuring high power generation combined with…
Catalyst Power Holdings announced it has acquired Robison Energy, a New York energy services company (ESCO) focused on the ConEd footprint. The acquisition expands Catalyst Power’s customer base in Putnam and Westchester counties. Catalyst Power’s retail energy services can be expanded to include a range of complementary clean energy solutions for businesses, including Connected Microgrid solutions, energy storage, rooftop solar, demand response, EV charging and more. “This is a great match. We are pleased to expand the mix of commercial and industrial customers who have access to Catalyst Power’s revenue-positive decarbonization solutions,” said Gabriel Phillips, CEO of Catalyst Power Holdings.…
In a new weekly update for pv magazineOPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a brief overview of the major price trends in the global PV industry. October 4, 2024 OPISFOB Chinese waffle prices have remained stable across the board this week. Prices for mono PERC M10 and n-type M10 wafers remained stable at $0.145/pc and $0.143/pc, respectively. Similarly, prices for Mono PERC G12 and n-type G12 wafers remained unchanged at $0.211/pc and $0.200/pc, respectively, compared to the previous week. The balance between supply and demand in the wafer market is improving as manufacturers have significantly reduced their business rates over…
The IEA published its annual hydrogen analysis and reported that of the 520 GW of electrolysis projects announced, 20 GW reached the final investment decision, with China leading the way. October 4, 2024 Sergio MatalucciThe International Energy Agency (IEA) said global demand for hydrogen reached 97 million tonnes in 2023, an increase of 2.5% compared to 2022. “Demand remains concentrated in the refining and chemical sectors and is mainly met by hydrogen produced from fossil fuels without prejudice. As in previous years, low-emission hydrogen played only a marginal role, with production of less than 1 Mton in 2023.” said the…
Norway’s Volum has launched an automated trading tool for solar and wind operators covering most European energy markets. The Volume Position Closer is a subscription-based tool aimed at renewable energy producers, portfolio managers and municipal utilities. October 4, 2024 Valerie ThompsonVolue, a Norwegian energy and infrastructure technology company, has launched an automated position closing tool for contracts covering most European solar and wind energy markets.The product, called Volue Position Closer, is accessible online through subscriptions and can be integrated into internal systems via application programming interfaces.Typical users are renewable energy producers, portfolio managers and municipal utilities who want to trade…