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Dominion Energy suggests 500MW of new solar projects for Virginia
Dominion Energy has sent propositions for nine brand-new solar projects in Virginia with a combined capability of nearly 500MW as the utility remains to develop out its renewables profile to satisfy its tidy energy responsibilities in the state.
Nov 3, 2020 // Plants, Large-Scale, USA, UTILITY-SCALE SOLAR, Virginia, Dominion Energy, North America, irp, Katharine Bond, Ed Baine
Hydrogen research fuels new solar ideas for green energy
New research led by Curtin University explores the use of methanol as a storage for hydrogen fuel, providing a potential green option for the extraction and creation of this zero pollution energy source.
Dec 5, 2019 // Technology, Solar to Fuel, Australia, hydrogen, Oceania, Curtin University, Guohua Jia, Zongyou Yin
Tandem solar cell globe record: New branch in the NREL graph
Tandem cells combine 2 various semiconductors that convert various parts of the light spectrum into electric power. Metal-halide perovskite substances primarily make use of the noticeable parts of the spectrum, while CIGS semiconductors convert rather the infrared light.
Sep 1, 2020 // Technology, NREL, Germany, solar cells, Europe, Steve Albrecht, Marko Jost, CIGS cells, Christian Kaufmann
Saudi Arabia to back clean energy makers, developers via new loan scheme
Saudi Arabia is expanding the reach of its 105 billion riyal (US$28 billion) industrial fund to spur renewables through loans to component manufacturers, to independent power projects and to projects spearheaded by firms in other industries.
Sep 30, 2019 // Manufacturing News, Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Saudi Arabia, tender, Asia, auction, green loan, Mohammad bin Salman
New washable solar-powered fabric developed in United Kingdom
The scientific group from NTU (England) has proven that a wearable PV device can be integrated into clothes. The innovative fabric has been based on µc-Si cells embedded into fibrous textile by means of super-thin copper wire. The newly created material is claimed to keep its efficiency after 6,000 abrasions, 25 handwashing and 15 machine washing cycles.
Jan 27, 2020 // Technology, Manufacturing News, UK, Europe
JinkoSolar establishes new efficiency records for its solar modules
The global solar industry leader has demonstrated new achievements for its HOT bifacial N-type and mono-PERC P-type module. Both types of solar devices have been tested by German TÜV Rheinland.
Jan 21, 2020 // Technology, Manufacturing News, monocrystalline, JinkoSolar, cell module
Sunpro Solar initially to install new NeON LG solar panel in US
Sunpro Solar reports that they will be the initial solar service provider in the U.S. to set up the new series of LG NeON 355 watts photovoltaic panels.
Sep 15, 2020 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, USA, North America, Sunpro Solar, NeON LG solar panel, David Chang, Dean Scott
Why Enphase Energy, JinkoSolar, and Daqo New Energy Stocks All Popped
Solar energy stocks have a new best friend.
Jul 23, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, Enphase Energy, JinkoSolar, Daqo New Energy
New reports check out 2019 Arizona battery explosion
A series of failures caused thermal runaway and a surge at Arizona Public Service Electric's McMicken battery center, according to 2 new reports that look at just how to avoid similar calamities in the future.
Jul 31, 2020 // Market Research, USA, North America, Arizona Public Service Electric
Solar Powers 97% of New U.S. Energy Capacity
June 2024 marks a milestone: solar energy dominates U.S. power growth, capturing 97% of new capacity and propelling renewables to a bright future!
Aug 22, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, USA, North America
Walmart pins store fires on Tesla solar installs in new lawsuit
Walmart has linked a string of store fires in recent years to Tesla’s alleged mismanagement of solar panel installation and maintenance, taking Elon Musk’s outfit to court.
Aug 21, 2019 // Rooftop PV, USA, TESLA, Elon Musk, SolarCity, ssfusa, lawsuit, Walmart, North America, litigation
New study reveals tricks to solar success
A new research study shows how scientists at The Australian National University (ANU) attained a world record in solar cell efficiency.
Jan 23, 2021 // Technology, Australia, solar cells, perovskite, Oceania, efficiency, ANU, Australian National University, Tom White, Jun Peng, Daniel Walter
New MPPT formula for bidirectional inverter layout
A recently recommended inverter layout counts on a solar cost controller including optimal power point tracking. It is based upon a fabricated fish-swarm formula, which supplies high convergence speeds, flexibility, mistake tolerance, and also accuracy.
Aug 27, 2020 // Technology, Inverters, China, Asia, MPPT
GSK to invest GBP 50m in new wind, solar farms at its factories
UK pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) on Monday revealed that it will spend GBP 50 million (USD 68.4 m/EUR 58.3 m) in new wind and solar farms to power its manufacturing facilities, as part of the sector-wide dedication to reach net zero carbon exhausts by 2050.
Sep 21, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, UK, Europe, GSK
ET Solar unveils brand-new 525/545 W bifacial module series
The Elite Plus module collection has a front-side performance ranging from 20.0% to 20.7%. The half-cut panel includes a clear backsheet.
Jul 24, 2020 // Manufacturing News, China, bifacial, Asia, ET Solar, PV module, efficiency