Search
US solar generation up 25% in 2021, renewables' share of power mix set to surpass coal in 2022
Solar power generation in the United States rose by 25.23% in 2021, making it the country's fastest-growing source of electrical power, while renewables made up 21.02% of all electrical energy and also look set to surpass coal in regards to total manufacturing in 2022.
Mar 1, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, Rooftop PV, USA, UTILITY-SCALE SOLAR, North America, coal, EIA, sun day campaign, us energy mix
Gore Street makes US debut with 80MW storage spree
BESS owner has acquired 8 9.9 MW battery assets in Texas from PPST
Mar 10, 2022 // Storage, USA, North America, Gore Street
Beaming a light on what's actually taking place in perovskite solar cells
Consumers around the world are demanding greener power resources; therefore, enhancing the performance and economic viability of solar cells is an essential research focus. Improving the performance of perovskite solar cells has actually been a specific top priority; nonetheless, less emphasis has actually been placed on comprehending what makes the cell performance degrade. Now, current searchings for from researchers at the College of Tsukuba offer a microscopic-level research study of perovskite solar cells to address the understanding gap.
Mar 1, 2021 // Technology, solar cells, perovskite, University of Tsukuba, Kazuhiro Marumoto
Panasonic raises four solar setup companies to Elite and Premium program levels
Panasonic has actually promoted 4 solar installments companies to new degrees of the company's Residential Solar Installer program.
Apr 12, 2021 // Residential, USA, Panasonic, North America, David Lopez, Yessica Castillo
Ionophobic electrode enhances power storage efficiency
Utilizing renewable energy to replace fossil energy is currently thought about the best remedy for greenhouse gas discharge and air contamination issues. Therefore, the demand for brand-new as well as better power storage technology is solid.
May 27, 2021 // Technology, Storage, China, Asia, Chinese Academy of Sciences, ionic liquids, Zhang Suojiang
Cell Propulsion Launches Li-ion Battery Facility in Bengaluru
Cell Propulsion has introduced its pilot production line for Li-ion batteries at a facility which has a maximum outcome of 500kWh/month.
The company intends to produce large-scale electrification of business vehicle fleets utilizing smart, electrical mobility innovations.
Jul 30, 2021 // Manufacturing News, Storage, India, Li-ion batteries, Asia, EV, Bengaluru, Cell Propulsion, e-mobility
AEMO releases report outlining five scenarios for Australia's energy future
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has actually published a collection of preparation and forecasting publications under the 2021 Inputs, Assumptions and Scenarios (IASR) report that existing 5 various visions of Australia's future.
Aug 5, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, Australia, AEMO, hydrogen, Oceania, scenarios
Ford Motors Signs 650 MW PPA With United States Energy Company DTE Energy
DTE will certainly raise the amount of solar energy set up in Michigan by about 70% by including 650 megawatts under its MIGreenPower initiative for Ford.
Every Ford vehicle constructed in Michigan will certainly be put together utilizing the power that is 100% carbon-free by 2025, which is ten years earlier than Ford's worldwide target.
By utilizing carbon-free electrical power, Ford will protect against approximately 600,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year.
The acquisition will aid Ford move closer to carbon nonpartisanship and also bring in jobs and tax money for Michigan.
Aug 15, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, clean energy, Solar Energy Industries Association, SEIA, Renewable Energy, International, green energy, dte energy, electric vehicle (EV) market, Ford Motors
Lithium-ion batteries still set for US tariffs on September 1
The energy storage market is set to be the latest affected by Trump’s trade war as lithium-ion batteries were excluded from the group of Chinese imports for which the U.S. president announced tariffs would be delayed until December 15.
Aug 16, 2019 // Storage, Tariffs, Policy, USA, storage, TESLA, China, Trump, lithium-ion, Energy Storage Association, Nevada Gigafactory
French start-up launches solar engine
The invention converts the energy produced by PV cells directly into mechanical motion without the need for batteries or power electronics. Its developers claim the robustness of the solar motor can drive water pumps and ventilation turbines for more than 20 years without the need for maintenance.
Sep 10, 2019 // Technology, France, Europe, PV cells, Saurea, Isabelle Gallet-Coty
Major solar projects change hands in Colorado, California
The US renewables business of Japanese oil and gas major Idemitsu Kosan has bought a 100MW solar project in Colorado from GCL New Energy, a subsidiary of China's GCL New Energy Holdings.
Sep 11, 2019 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Inverters, Grids, California, USA, Colorado, North America, GCL New Energy, acquisitions,, project acquisitions, 8minute, allianz global investors, solar frontier americas, Charles Pimentel, 8minute Solar Energy
Including passive contacts to spur solar cell development
A rise in the performance of photovoltaic panels may be on the horizon, as research study from The Australian National University (ANU) reduces their existing limitations.
Nov 4, 2022 // Technology, solar cell, Australian National University, Mohamed Ismael, Lachlan Black
DESRI Launches 130-MW Solar Project in New Mexico
DESRI breaks ground on the Carne solar-plus-storage park in New Mexico, set to power 37,600 homes annually with a cutting-edge 130-MW solar and 260 MWh battery system!
Aug 20, 2024 // Plants, USA, North America, New Mexico, DESRI, Solar Project
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
Arctech Secures Major Contract for Saudi Solar Project
Arctech Solar powers Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 with cutting-edge solar trackers for the 2 GW Al Sadawi project, boosting renewable energy production.
Jul 29, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Saudi Arabia, Asia, arctech solar, PV Power Plant










