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Generac Power Systems has acquired a North American energy storage contractor PowerPlay battery energy storage systems, a division of SunGrid Solutions. PowerPlay specializes in providing turnkey, tailor-made BESS solutions for commercial and industrial projects up to 7 MWh. “This acquisition supports our commitment to offering a more complete ecosystem of products and solutions to domestic commercial and industrial customers, helping them achieve their energy goals with a strong emphasis on resiliency, efficiency and sustainability,” said Aaron Jagdfeld, president and CEO of Generac. “We are incredibly proud of PowerPlay and the talented team behind its success. This acquisition by Generac is…
The move follows failed attempts by Intersolar to find an investor or buyer. The microinverter manufacturer filed for bankruptcy shortly after the end of the fair. June 25, 2024 Jochen Siemer PowerStick inverters in module frame: the company did not achieve the expected sales figures.Image: Groene Akku/SolarnativeBy pv magazine GermanyBy participating as an exhibitor at the Intersolar Europe trade fair at the start of the The smarter E Europe industry event in Munich last week, Solarnative had accelerated the search for a financier with an unusually open statement: they presented themselves “on a silver platter ” at the fair, given…
New research from the UK sees potential to double the efficiency of antimony selenide absorbers, beyond the current champion cells by 10%, by applying the latest growth methods, reducing vacancy concentrations and material optimisation. June 27, 2024 Emiliano BelliniA group of researchers led by Imperial College London conducted a study to determine the upper limit of the conversion efficiency in solar cells based on antimony selenide (Sb2Se3) absorbers and has found that these PV devices have the potential to achieve nearly 26% efficiency.Zb2Se3 is a p-type inorganic semiconductor with a one-dimensional crystal structure and a direct band gap in the…
The carbon credit industry must implement strict standards or face extinction, according to a new international study.Patrick Greenfield reports for The guard.In brief:The carbon credit market shrank significantly last year following reports questioning the environmental impact of many schemes.Experts at the Climate Crisis Advisory Group suggest that good reforms could yield billions for climate action.Recommendations include adopting scientific standards, ensuring financial benefits for local communities and prioritizing carbon removal projects.Important quote:“The voluntary carbon market is very reluctant to take this on fully. Our report is completely separate from them. It will be a challenge, but our simple message is that…
An aerial view of the new solar panels at Erwin Hymer Travelworld, Stafford. Image: Erwin Hymer Reiswereld Camper dealer Erwin Hymer Center Travelworld has installed a solar PV system on the roof to reduce CO2 emissions. At its flagship sales center in Creswell Park, Stafford, the dealer has installed 300 solar panels in partnership with ECO-1. The panels are expected to generate approximately 85,000 kWh of electricity annually, of which approximately 8,000 kWh will be fed back into the UK electricity grid. The company has already made major investments in decarbonising its operations, heating the site with a 100% renewable…
As part of our Intersolar 2024 interview series: pv magazine spoke with Bill Mulligan, CEO of Singapore-based IBC solar panel manufacturer Maxeon. He argues that IBC technology will remain competitive despite overcapacity and falling module prices, and says Maxeon can enforce intellectual property rights against any existing and new back-contact competitors allegedly using its technologies. June 27, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Bill Mulligan and pv magazine News Director Emiliano BelliniImage: pv magazineThis content is copyrighted and may not be reused. If you would like to collaborate with us and reuse some of our content, please contact: editors@pv-magazine.com.Popular content Source link
The Happurg pumped storage facility was closed in 2011 for safety reasons after the bottom of the upper reservoir was damaged. Uniper has carried out feasibility studies at the site, with the intention of reconnecting it to the electricity grid in 2028. The facility can store approximately 850 MWh of electricity in the form of pumped water. June 27, 2024 Blathnaid O’Dea From pv magazine ESS news placeUniper has said it will invest around €250 million ($267 million) to recommission a pumped storage facility in Happurg, a city in Bavaria, southeastern Germany. The Düsseldorf-based utility multinational plans to reconnect the…
Trina Solar says it has launched mass production of all-black PV modules from 430W to 455W. The Vertex S+ panels have an efficiency of up to 22.8% and weigh 21 kg, with a double glass design of 1.6 mm x 1.6 mm. June 27, 2024 Lior Kahana Vertex S+ completely black moduleImage: Trina SolarChina-based PV manufacturer Trina Solar said it has started mass production of its new all-black, n-type, tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) monocrystalline PV modules.“The all-black Vertex S+ module is specifically designed for residential PV environments and combines high performance with a sleek, modern appearance that integrates seamlessly…
Credit: Briggs & Stratton On June 26, Governor Daniel McKee signed the treaty Energy Storage Systems Act 2024 passed into law, a milestone in Rhode Island’s journey to a 100% clean energy future. Led by Senator Dawn Euer and State Representative Arthur Handy, the bill puts Rhode Island’s energy system in a fortified position. “Energy storage is flexible, reliable, affordable and will be a game changer for Rhode Island’s electric grid,” said Kat Burnham, Rhode Island chief executive of the national business association Advanced Energy United. “Investing in energy storage technologies will drive economic development and job creation in the…
Renewables reduce carbon production when they replace power plants that use fossil fuels, but it’s possible that something like a solar panel could have a measurably greater impact if it’s built in a region with more carbon emissions and less renewable energy proliferation. Clearloopa carbon reduction subsidiary of solar developer Silicon Ranch, and WattTimea data-driven nonprofit that researches carbon emissions has written a white paper titled “Curing Carbon Blindness: How Carbon-Focused Renewable Energy Development Can Accelerate Decarbonization and Combat Environmental Inequality in the US.” The goal of the document is to provide a clearer framework for which regions in the…