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RoboMapper Revolutionizes Semiconductor Research
Discover how N.C. State and Brookhaven National Labs have developed RoboMapper: a robot technology that automates materials research, leading to improved solar cell efficiency, reduced costs, and energy savings. Validated results show promising performance for converting light into electricity.
Aug 4, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, efficiency, Brookhaven National Labs, RoboMapper
Igneo Seals Majority Stake in US Power Producer Soltage
Igneo Infrastructure Partners has acquired a majority stake in US renewable power producer Soltage LLC, enabling the expansion of its 1.9-GW pipeline of solar and storage projects. Prudential Private Capital has sold its equity interest with Co-founder and CEO Jesse Grossman and the management team retaining shareholdings.
Sep 8, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, USA, North America, Igneo
Elawan, R.Power JV Targets 2 GWp Italian Solar Projects
Elawan Energy and R.Power SA join forces to develop 2 GWp of solar projects in Italy, driving the country's photovoltaic capacity expansion.
Jun 5, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Italy, Europe, elawan energy, R.Power SA, pv solar project
SUSI’s Chilean Hybrid Solar Plan
SUSI and BIWO partner to build 2 hybrid solar PV and battery storage projects in Santiago, Chile: 232MWp capacity, 900MWh battery storage, 107MW distributed solar PV. Helping Chile reach 70% renewable electricity by 2030.
Nov 15, 2023 // Storage, Chile, South america, SuSI, BIWO
Energy without borders
Germany has long been a global leader in driving acceptance of clean technologies through its progressive energy policies and regulations. Its influence in addressing climate change extends well beyond its borders, and the country is taking an active role to support the global energy transition through international cooperation. Germany has bilateral energy partnerships with approximately 20 countries, and its strong partnership with California is focused on creating a route to the future – a carbon-neutral one. State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy Andreas Feicht met with pv magazine to discuss the country’s partnership with California, and its journey toward decarbonization.
Oct 10, 2019 // Opinions, Solar, Solar to Fuel, California, USA, Germany, Europe, North America, Andreas Feicht, Solar to Fuel, Solar to Hydrogen, Producing Hydrogen, Hydrogen from renewable, Renewable fuels
Panasonic Exits North American Solar, Refocuses on Core Strategic Areas
Panasonic Corporation of North America will discontinue its solar and battery storage operations to concentrate on higher-impact businesses, while maintaining full support for existing customers and warranties.
May 1, 2025 // Manufacturing News, Storage, ENERGY STORAGE, Solar, Panasonic, North America, Business Strategy
SIDS to Strive for New Goal of 10 GW Renewable Energy Installed Capacity by 2030
In 2021, the total mounted renewable capacity for SIDS stood at 6533 MW, a boost from 6141 MW in 2020.
May 31, 2023 // Market Research, IRENA, International Renewable Energy Agency, Small Island Developing States, UN Climate Summit
Renova-Idemitsu JV Breaks Ground on 15-MW Battery
Renova Inc and partners break ground on 15-MW/48-MWh lithium-ion battery system in Japan. With a 22% stake, Renova is the first to enter the grid storage battery market and will receive a subsidy from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. Operations to begin October 2025.
Aug 2, 2023 // Storage, Japan, Asia, Renova Inc
Omnidian closes US$ 33m Series B raise for organization expansion
US nationwide domestic and also C&I solar plant efficiency assessment firm Omnidian has actually finished a US$ 33 million Series B raising.
Sep 24, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, fundraising, business expansion, Omnidian, Mark Liffmann
Solar developer Encore Renewable Energy will install country’s first long duration, liquid air battery
Highview Power Storage and renewable energy developer Encore Renewable Energy jointly announced plans to develop the United States’ first long duration, liquid air energy storage system. This facility will be a minimum of 50 MW, provide in excess of eight hours of storage (400 MWh) and will be located in northern Vermont.
Dec 18, 2019 // Storage, USA, North America, Javier Cavada, Highview Power Storage, Encore Renewable Energy, Salvatore Minopoli, Chad Farrell
LONGi Solar Partners with Krannich Solar To Jointly Serve Indian PV Market
LONGi Solar has actually partnered with Krannich Solar. The collaboration will certainly increase their services in the Indian PV market, jointly.
Jul 19, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, India, pv modules, Asia, longi solar, Krannich Solar, Sandeep Banodiya
Siemens and TEIS to open battery research center in China
The facility is set to open this year and will offer battery suppliers digitalization research and manufacturing consulting. Smaller manufacturers will be able to use shared laboratories for research.
Sep 24, 2019 // Technology, Manufacturing News, Storage, LG CHEM, Siemens, TEIS, Hong Li, CATL, Pei Huang
Emeren, Glennmont Partner for 155 MW BESS in Italy
Emeren Group Ltd and Glennmont Partners join forces to develop 155 MW of battery energy storage systems in Italy, boosting renewable energy investment goals.
Mar 15, 2024 // Storage, Italy, Europe, BESS, Glennmont, Emeren
Sonnedix buys 37MW Spanish solar portfolio
The 22 projects are functional and also were bought from Kobus Partners for an unrevealed price
Dec 29, 2021 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Spain, Sonnedix, Axel Thiemann, Europe, Kobus Partners
Meyer Burger to Build 2GW Solar Cell Factory in CO
Meyer Burger Technology AG announced the construction of a 2-GW solar cell production facility in Colorado Springs, creating 350 jobs and offering tax credits and discounted rates. The company is receiving prepayments and a loan, and will adjust sales and marketing to cope with the challenging EU solar market. Initial EBITDA figures show a loss of EUR 42 milllion.
Jul 24, 2023 // Manufacturing News, USA, solar cell, meyer burger, North America