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Market analysis provider Aurora Energy Research has explored the potential for co-location of renewable energy sources with battery energy storage systems (BESS) in 12 European countries. This showed that Germany, Great Britain, the Irish I-SEM and Poland are leading the way. June 17, 2024 Marija MaischFrom pv magazine ESS news placeThe differences in regulations on the European markets for hybrid renewable installations are large. While some facilitate colocalized deployment and provide faster network access and a wide range of revenue streams, others lack specific policies and objectives. Confusing market signals, double taxation and restrictive grid policies, which prevent BESS from…
A Swiss research team published an overview of the technologies used for the production of colored, integrated PV in buildings, discussing the competitive characteristics of more than a dozen products, as well as success factors to drive market development. June 17, 2024 Valerie ThompsonResearchers from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and the Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM) investigated colored crystalline silicon PV module technologies, suppliers and the success factors towards meeting the needs of architects and real estate developers with visual attractive building integrated PV (BIPV).The methods manufacturers use to produce colored modules, along with the…
Quality in the voluntary carbon market (VCM) is showing promising signs of improved integrity, according to a new analysis from carbon credit rating platform Calyx Global. The report combines market trend data with Calyx Global’s assessments of more than 500 projects to provide insight into ongoing efforts to improve the integrity of the carbon market. Finding higher-rated carbon credits in the VCM remains a challenge due to the dominance of mega-projects, such as REDD (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) and large-scale grid-connected renewable energy projects, which typically do not achieve higher ratings (A and B). Calyx Global co-founder…
Cliantech Solutions says it will install a 1.2 GW, Cliantech to supply a 1.2 GW automated production line for Alpex Solarfully automated solar panel production line for Alpex Solar’s new factory in India. June 14, 2024 Uma Gupta Image: Wikimedia, Yann ForgetBy pv magazine IndiaCliantech Solutions will install a 1.2 GW fully automated solar panel production line for Alpex Solar’s new factory in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.Cliantech Solutions partners with solar production equipment companies such as Gaorun, giving its customers access to the latest technology at a low cost. The suppliers in the Alpex Solar project are Gaorun, Visual, Asicpy and…
“The Ministry of Industry and Trade is reviewing the legal framework, domestic practices and international experiences regarding the management, purchase and exchange of renewable energy certificates (RECs). Photo: Hoang Ha” This is part of the ministry’s plan to improve the management of carbon credits in line with the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). The ministry’s plan aims to raise awareness among organizations and enterprises about the importance of carbon credits and the carbon market in achieving Vietnam’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets. An important task is to develop a sectoral plan for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions for the periods…
Enpal and Entrix want to build the largest virtual power plant (VPP) in Europe through their new Flexa joint venture. They plan to integrate PV systems and other decentralized energy producers and consumers into a multi-gigawatt network with an AI-powered electricity trading platform. June 14, 2024 Jochen Siemer Vjekoslav Salapic from Flexa (left) and Sébastien SchikoraImage: EnpalBy pv magazine GermanyEnpal and Entrix have worked together to build Europe’s largest VPP. Enpal has a majority stake in their joint venture Flexa, which plans to supply several gigawatts of power in the coming years. The companies did not disclose specific details on…
Voluntary carbon markets have long been touted as an important mechanism for reducing emissions. By allowing companies to purchase carbon credits, which represent a verified reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, voluntary carbon markets could theoretically accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. But the effectiveness of these markets is marred by concerns about the integrity and transparency of carbon credits. Now the Biden administration is trying to address those concerns. In May, the government unveiled the Voluntary Joint Policy Statement for Carbon Markets and principles, which aim to increase transparency and strengthen confidence in the markets. The joint policy statement…
TWOsupplier of battery analysis software, and NARDACenergy and infrastructure broker, have collaborated to enable better insurance coverage for battery energy storage system (BESS) owners, investors and lenders. By combining proactive real-time analytics with existing, passive risk mitigation strategies, such as physical distancing, identifying best practices in the development and operation of BESS projects becomes easier for insurers, allowing them to provide better coverage terms. The energy storage sector has struggled to secure insurance cover, with high-profile incidents of thermal runaway insurers reducing available capital. Recent research from TWAICE in collaboration with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and Pacific Northwest…
The city of Valencia, Spain, has installed solar trees to charge small electric vehicles and mobile devices, with a total investment of approximately €370,000 ($395,600). Each solar tree can generate up to 5,600 kWh per year. June 14, 2024 Jose Pedrosa PV boom in BenicalapImage: Valencia City CouncilBy pv magazine SpainThe Valencia City Council has set up four solar trees to charge electronic devices, with an investment of more than €370,000.The project uses solar panels in tree-shaped structures to generate electricity. The PV trees can charge small electric vehicles, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, phones, tablets and other electronic devices. They also…
Researchers at West Virginia University have secured $1.6 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to install and assess the benefits of agrivoltaics on small livestock farms. June 12, 2024 Patrick JowettResearchers from West Virginia University in the United States will install agrivoltaic energy on small livestock farms to assess the benefits of the technology.The research team has secured $1.6 million from the U.S. Department of Energy as part of the department’s $71 million for solar supply chain research and development projects. The researchers will investigate the benefits of agrivoltaic solar energy for crop production, livestock production and pollinator habitats.…