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Photovoltaic panel effectiveness to increase 50% with "miracle" cells
" Miracle" tandem cells are stated to enhance solar panel effectiveness by 50% with the globe's initial commercialisation of perovskite solar cells
May 23, 2023 // Technology, South Korea, Asia, perovskite solar cell
Global floating solar 'to pass 6GW by 2031'
Wood Mackenzie evaluation forecasts that 15 countries will each go beyond 500MW in eight years' time
May 25, 2023 // Plants, Floating PV, Wood Mackenzie
Eco-Friendly Hydrogen: OHP Photoanode Boosts Water Splitting
A research team has developed a highly efficient OHP-based photoanode for the production of hydrogen through photoelectrochemical water splitting. The team found that the addition of GTMACl to the OHP photoanode suppresses internal and external losses for an unprecedented efficiency.
Aug 14, 2023 // Technology, hydrogen, efficiency, GIST, Gwangju Institute Of Science And Technology, KRICT, lawrence berkeley national laboratory, Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology
South Korean Researchers Revolutionize Lithium-Ion Battery Efficiency
Researchers at Chung-Ang University in South Korea have discovered that high-concentration electrolytes can improve the efficiency of lithium-ion batteries, making electric vehicles more practical and eco-friendly.
Feb 6, 2024 // Technology, Storage, South Korea, Asia, lithium-ion battery, efficiency, Chung-Ang University
Dual Cation Interlayer Boosts Perovskite Solar Cell Efficiency
Revolutionary interlayer boosts perovskite solar cells to 26.3% efficiency, rivaling silicon, with near-perfect stability over 9,000 hours. A leap towards 28% and commercialization.
Apr 2, 2025 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, UNIST, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology
Hanwha Group to Acquire REC Silicon for $89 Million
Hanwha Group acquires REC Silicon for NOK 925 million, strengthening its position in the renewable energy sector and ensuring a stable supply chain for silicon-based technologies.
Apr 28, 2025 // Manufacturing News, REC Silicon, hanwha group
Mitra Chem Raises $20 M Series A to Fund Li-ion Battery Materials R&D
The Series A round was led by Social Capital, a California investment company. Mitra Chem prepares to use the funds to invest in item R&D as well as expand North American pre-pilot manufacturing capability.
Nov 23, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, Storage, North America, lithium-ion battery materials, Mitra Future Technologies, Series A round, Social Capital, Vivas Kumar
Revolutionizing Offshore Energy: EU Project Introduces 150 MW Offshore Solar Farms
Revolutionizing offshore energy, a joint project led by Oceans of Energy and European partners aims to introduce standardized 150 MW offshore solar farms in the North Sea, optimizing space utilization and reducing costs for green electricity production.
Feb 13, 2024 // Plants, Europe, PV Power Plant
Fortis Expands N Macedonian Solar Park with 62-MW Battery
Fortis Energy boosts solar efficiency in North Macedonia with a 62-MW battery system, enhancing grid stability and sustainable energy solutions.
Feb 27, 2025 // Storage, Europe, North Macedonia, PV Power Plant, Fortis Energy
Lightsource BP obtains nod for 400MW Oz solar
Wellington North project in NSW adjoins the 200MW near-complete Wellington PV farm
May 13, 2021 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Lightsource BP, Adam Pegg, Oceania, Solar Project
Wartsila supplies battery for Taiwan grid
5.2 MW/5.2 MWh energy storage system will certainly supply regularity regulation when on-line in Q1 2022
Aug 10, 2021 // Storage, Taiwan, Wartsila, Eddie Ho
Xcel Announces Deal to Power Steel Mill with Solar
Xcel Energy has announced an agreement with Lightsource BP and EVRAZ North America to develop a $250-million, 240-MW solar power facility in Pueblo, Colorado. The plant will provide power to the EVRAZ Rocky Mountain Steel facility in Pueblo. Xcel said the plant will be the largest on-site solar facility dedicated to a single company.
Oct 2, 2019 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, USA, Colorado, Lightsource BP, North America, Kevin Smith, Xcel Energy, EVRAZ, Alice Jackson
New Zealand's Largest Solar Farm Plan Goes to Consultation
Mackenzie Basin Solar Farm Proposal: Far North Solar Farm seeks to build a 420MWp solar farm in the Mackenzie Basin, providing 100,000 homes with clean energy. Explore the 670 hectare site, its flat landscape & proximity to infrastructure. National fast-tracking of renewable energy projects in the area.
Nov 30, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, New Zealand, Oceania, PV Power Plant
ACEN, CleanTech Launch 133-MW Solar Park in Philippines
ACEN Corp and CleanTech team up for a 133-MW solar park in North Luzon, boosting the Philippines' renewable energy and local economy.
Jun 5, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Asia, Philippines, Solar Park, Cleantech, ACEN Corp
Ausgrid Launches Community Battery in New South Wales
Unlocking the power of community energy storage in North Epping, Ausgrid's innovative project boosts grid reliability and supports sustainable energy solutions.
May 22, 2024 // Storage, new south wales, Ausgrid