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Growatt’s WIT+APX: Unlocking C&I Energy Storage
Growatt's WIT+APX C&I energy storage system offers eight application modes, multilevel protection, and scalability up to 200 kWh, for businesses to fully leverage green power access and energy storage demand.
Jan 3, 2024 // Storage, Growatt
Solar Project Dismantled: Taxpayer Funds Wasted?
The DeGrussa solar and battery project, funded by ARENA, has been set for dismantling 7 years prior to its expected 25 year lifespan. Despite its premature end, Neoen is optimistic that its components can be repurposed, but questions remain about the financial return on the investment.
Jan 2, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant
Solar-Powered E Ink Weather Station: Explore!
Ricardo Sappia's solar-powered smart weather station tracks the moon state, sunrise/sunset, temperature, wind, and cloud cover, all in an energy-conserving E Ink display. Keep up with the elements without breaking the bank.
Jan 2, 2024 // Technology, Ricardo Sappia
Solar Farms in Space: Exploring Renewables Beyond Earth
Dr Dan Lamb, from Swansea University, is researching the viability of low-cost, lightweight solar panels in space, to continuously generate energy and transfer it to Earth. Fueling green propulsion solutions, lunar bases, and space-based solar power, Lamb's work could revolutionize our energy sources.
Jan 2, 2024 // Technology, Plants, Swansea University, Dan Lamb
Neoen Unveils Italian Solar Trio: 24.7MW
Neoen is quickly expanding their presence in Italy with the construction of their first three renewable energy projects. These 24.7MW solar farms in Lombardy and Marche will be operational in 2025, helping the government reach its 40% renewable energy goal. Intec Energy Solutions has been contracted as the solar EPC provider.
Jan 2, 2024 // Plants, Italy, Europe, neoen, PV Power Plant
Taaleri SolarWind III Fund Makes EUR-430m Second Close
Taaleri Energia has achieved a second closing of its 6th renewable energy fund, securing EUR 430m for a total of 5.9GW in power generation capacity from onshore wind, solar and battery storage projects across 50 sites. EBRD, EIF & more have contributed to this exciting initiative!
Jan 2, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, TAALERI ENERGIA
GreenYellow Buys 20 MW Rooftop Solar in France
GreenYellow acquires 20MW of renewable projects from Demeter Investment Managers, creating 7.7GWh of electricity a year. Their mission: helping businesses & communities in their energy transition, with innovative & sustainable projects.
Jan 2, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Rooftop PV, France, Europe, GreenYellow
Emeren Reaches 1GW Storage Milestone in Italy
The Emeren Group Ltd has reached a remarkable success with 1GW of battery storage systems across Europe, North America, and Asia. Joining forces with Matrix Renewables, Enerpoint, and Kaizen Invest Holding, the company now has 975MW of projects and Ready-To-Build status in 2025. With a 3GW portfolio and 10GWh storage pipeline, Emeren is leading the industry.
Jan 2, 2024 // Storage, Italy, Europe, Emeren
Floating PV Booster: GCL-Ocean Sun's Cost-Cutting Success
GCL SI and Ocean Sun have achieved a breakthrough in solar technology. Their BOOST floating solar demonstrator has 270 kWp of capacity, waterproof and frameless modules, and superior durability. It's set to revolutionize the industry with increased power output and affordability.
Jan 2, 2024 // Plants, Floating PV, PV Power Plant, Ocean Sun, GCL SI
China's Floating PV Power Station: Fishery-Photovoltaic Complementary.
China's largest floating photovoltaic power station, Anhui Fuyang Southern Wind-solar-storage Base, utilizes flooded coal mining areas to generate renewable energy while protecting the local environment. Offsetting 220,000 tonnes of coal and 580,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide, the 'fishery-photovoltaic complementary' model provides clean energy for 700,000 people daily.
Dec 29, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Floating PV, China, Asia, PV Power Plant
ERG Acquires French 73.2-MW Wind, Solar Portfolio
ERG, an Italian IPP, acquires 73.2MW portfolio of wind and solar projects in France with an enterprise value of €86 million. Contract-for-difference and PPA benefit, plus 674MW capacity in Europe, creating 20% from photovoltaic energy. Closing by Jan 2024.
Dec 29, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, France, Europe, ERG
Dominion Sells 38-MW Solar Park to Japan
Dominion divests another large PV plant in Spain, taking its total divestment to over EUR 200 million. Invest in the future of renewable energy!
Dec 29, 2023 // Plants, Japan, Asia, dominion, Solar Park
GCL Unveils World's Biggest Perovskite Plant
GCL Group Holdings is revolutionizing solar energy with the world's biggest perovskite solar cell factory, boasting a 2GW capacity and up to 26% photoelectric conversion efficiency. The panels have already been tested in space with the successful launch of Landspace's ZQ-2 II.
Dec 29, 2023 // Manufacturing News, solar cell, perovskite, GCL Group Holdings
Neoen Kicks Off Yllikkälä Power Reserve Two
Neoen has started construction of the largest battery in the Nordics, the Yllikkälä Power Reserve Two, to provide Fingrid with fast-response ancillary services and support Lappeenranta's ambition to become a leader in renewable energy. The 54MW/112.9MWh battery is expected to be operational in 2025.
Dec 29, 2023 // Storage, neoen
576MW Solar Deal Signed in Romania
LONGi and Nofar Energy Romania have reached an agreement for a 576MW PV project in Romania, with Hi-MO 7 modules and ESG-compliant financing from a leading banking corporation. Mirel Jarnea and Favi Stelian are excited for the progress and future of sustainable energy in Romania.
Dec 29, 2023 // Manufacturing News, Plants, Europe, LONGi, Romania, Nofar Energy