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Solar-Powered SUV Drives Morocco: From Mountain Peaks to Desert Dunes
Experience the future of driving: the world's first off-road solar-powered SUV designed by a team of Eindhoven University of Technology students, tested in Morocco. 710km range with a top speed of 145km/h, light-weight and ultra-efficient. Don't miss out!
Oct 17, 2023 // Transport, Africa, Morocco, Eindhoven University of Technology
Amphenol to Make Solar Junction Boxes in US
Amphenol invests $15 million to open a state-of-the-art 58,000-sq.-ft factory in Arizona for solar junction boxes and connectors. 50 specialized jobs created and the capacity to make 1M pieces/month. Get bonus credits for domestic content with 40% American-made components.
Oct 17, 2023 // Manufacturing News, USA, North America, Amphenol
Shingle PVST Cells for Efficiency Boost
Unlock the power of shingling for Perovskite-Silicon Tandem (PVST) cells with Fraunhofer ISE and Oxford PV's research. Increase module efficiency and reduce shadowing losses with their 1/6 cut PVST cells and low-temperature silver paste.
Oct 17, 2023 // Technology, Fraunhofer ISE, oxford pv, Perovskite-Silicon cell
Siemens Energy Powers Up Hybrid Storage in Ireland
Siemens Energy is revolutionising the grid connection with a hybrid grid stabilisation and battery storage plant at Shannonbridge, Ireland. Experience the future of clean energy with 160 megawatt-hour capacity and €85m benefit for Ireland’s net-zero emission target.
Oct 17, 2023 // Storage, Ireland, Europe, Siemens
25.1% Efficient Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Device
This research team has designed a large-area two-terminal tandem solar cell that boasts a 25.2% efficiency with over 10 cm2 in area. Learn more about the lithium fluoride interlayer that helps overcome common PV cell issues.
Oct 16, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Arizona State University, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Osaka Gas Forges 500MW Renewables Deal in Australia
Osaka Gas Energy Oceania and ACE Power team up to co-develop 500 MW of solar and battery storage projects in Australia with Project Genesis. This collaboration supports Osaka Gas' Carbon Neutral Vision and long-term e-methane goals. Discover more about the project.
Oct 16, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Australia, Oceania, Osaka Gas Energy Oceania, ACE Power
EDPR Secures PPA for 180-MW Texas Solar
EDPR has signed a 15-year PPA with an unnamed multinational retailer, covering 162MW of a 180MW solar park in Texas. The project will contribute to EDPR's 17GW capacity target for 2023-2026 and is expected to enter into operation in 2025.
Oct 16, 2023 // Plants, USA, North America, PV Power Plant, EDPR
GIS Acquires Discovery for Renewable Push
GIS expands renewable energy services with the acquisition of Discovery Industries. With additional capacity & resources, GIS & Discovery look to expand relationships & services offered. Offerings include upstream, midstream, downstream & more.
Oct 16, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, GIS
Agrivert Expands Into Solar, Storage with Chiltern Buy
Agrivert, UK's leading biomethane producer, has acquired Chiltern Solar Limited, a provider of solar PV and battery storage solutions. Get the scoop on the acquisition and Agrivert's plans to broaden their customer base and provide new solutions.
Oct 16, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Storage, UK, Europe, Agrivert, Chiltern Solar Limited
Illinois Shines Brighter: ComEd, SunVest Launch 12 MW Community Solar
ComEd and SunVest have partnered to supply northern Illinois with four new community solar projects with 12 MW of capacity. The projects cover 47 acres and 20,000+ solar panels, with more to follow by 2023. Join the community in powering the future with clean energy!
Oct 16, 2023 // Plants, USA, North America, PV Power Plant, ComEd, SunVest
BayWa r.e. & Huawei Power Up Thailand's EV Revolution
BayWa r.e. Solar Trade launches EV chargers in Thailand in partnership with Huawei at ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week 2023. Join the transition towards decarbonizing the transport industry with BayWa and Huawei, and help Thailand achieve its goal of 30% EV production of 2.5 million vehicles by 2023.
Oct 16, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Thailand, Asia, Huawei, baywa r.e.
2035: Solar Space Farm to Power UK
Space Solar is revolutionizing renewable energy with a 2km-long solar farm in space. By 2035, Earth could receive 13x more energy than terrestrial and offshore wind farms, thanks to ESA-backed satellite technology. Join Space Solar in revolutionizing the future of sustainable energy and securing a brighter future for the planet.
Oct 13, 2023 // Technology, Plants, UK, Europe
Greenvolt Powers Spanish Solar: Iberica Acquisition
Experience Greenvolt's renewable energy solutions. The company has completed the acquisition of 75% of the share capital of Iberica Renovables SL and boasts more than 3 GW of solar capacity. Get ready for distributed generation systems and be one of the first to benefit from Greenvolt's renewable energy solutions.
Oct 13, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Greenvolt
Australia Establishes Renewable Energy Hub: 2.4GWh BESS
Experience the world's largest energy storage hub in Melbourne! The city's 1,200 MW/2.4GWh two-hour duration battery system has 365 job opportunities and can power over a million homes. Be part of the government's mission of zero emissions by 2050 with Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub.
Oct 13, 2023 // Storage, Australia, Oceania
Macquarie Seeks $11B for Asia Infra, Green Funds
Macquarie Asset Management is raising up to $11.5 billion to invest in green energy projects and infrastructure in the Asia Pacific region. Investing in the future for the commitment of net zero carbon emission goals by 2040. Recent investments include Enel SpA's green power, Australian garbage collection business and AirTrunk.
Oct 13, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Asia, Macquarie Asset Management