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New electrolyte enables high efficiency of secure, sustainable zinc batteries
Scientists led by an Oregon State University scientist have developed a new electrolyte that elevates the efficiency of the zinc metal anode in zinc batteries to almost 100%, an innovation on the way to an alternative to lithium-ion batteries for large-scale energy storage.
Mar 28, 2023 // Technology, Storage, Oregon State University, lithium-ion battery, efficiency, Zinc Battery, Xiulei "David" Ji
Network Rail and EDF sign UK solar PPA
French utility will make 50MW of power available from its Bloy's Grove PV in Norfolk
Aug 10, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, UK, PPA, EDF, Europe, Matthieu Hue, Network Rail, Jo Lewington, Wendy Morton
CPV-solar thermal system providing LCOE of $0.03/ kWh.
Researchers have actually created a device to generate electricity as well as vapor at the same time. The system is stated to offer 85.1% efficiency and also supply steam at approximately 248 degrees Celsius. The converter incorporates III-- V, triple-junction solar cells as well as a high-efficiency solar thermal system based upon parabolic trough enthusiasts.
Jul 16, 2020 // Technology, USA, North America, efficiency, Louisiana
Tunisia promotes tender for building and construction of 60MWp solar energy plants
The federal government of Tunisia has introduced a call for tenders for the building of solar power plants with a total ability of 60MWp. According to the North African country Ministry of Industry, Energy and Mines, the solar power stations will be built each with a capacity of in between 1 and also 10 MWp.
Oct 7, 2020 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, tender, Tunisia, Africa, PV Power Plant
How scientists are expanding spinach in the desert thanks to these brand-new photovoltaic panels
Researchers in Saudi Arabia have actually developed photovoltaic panels that soak up water vapour from ambient air. This has actually been utilized to grow spinach in the middle of the desert.
Mar 31, 2022 // Plants, Peng Wang, Saudi Arabia, Asia, KAUST
Declining Renewable Costs Drive Focus on Energy Storage
Declining costs in available technologies have propelled interest in energy storage forward like never before. The price of lithium-ion batteries has fallen by about 80% over the past five years, enabling the integration of storage into solar power systems.
Jan 8, 2020 // Storage, Market Research, USA, storage, NREL, Hawaii, North America
EDPR Secures 15-Year PPA for 100 MW New California Solar Park
EDPR with as well as Redwood Coast Energy Authority have actually carried out a 15-year PPA for 100 MW for the Sandrini Sol 1 Solar Park in Kern County, California.
May 7, 2020 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, California, USA, PPA, North America, Miguel Prado, International, EDPR, RCEA, Matthew Marshall
Kyiv Mayor: city receives 2 solar energy plants from French partners
The city of Kyiv obtained 2 solar energy plants from the French maker of photovoltaic panels Roy Group Energy as humanitarian help, the press service of Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko has reported.
Feb 13, 2023 // Plants, France, Ukraine, Europe, PV Power Plant
Octopus adds 300,000 customers and launches community energy JV
Another large scale transaction by the electricity and gas supplier has enhanced its standing in the U.K. energy market, with the business now counting more than one million customers.
Sep 1, 2019 // Markets & Finance News, UK, Europe, London, Octopus Energy, Midcounties Co-operative, Co-op Energy, Phil Ponsonby
Indian Bihar confirms tariff for solar power from Darbhanga-based floating plant
A tariff of 4.15 rupees per kilowatt-hour for the power generated by the 2-megawatt floating photovoltaic station located in Darbhanga district has been passed by the Electricity Regulatory Commission of the state of Bihar.
Jan 23, 2020 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Tariffs, Floating PV, India, floating PV, Asia, BERC, Bihar, BSPHCL
UAE Invites Companies to Bid for 40% Stake in 1.5 GW Solar Plant
Project part of Abu Dhabi's attempt to get to net zero by 2050
Oil-rich Persian Gulf state aims for 20 GW of solar by 2020
May 10, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, Asia, UAE, PV Power Plant
Sunrise CSP & EIL Join Forces to Power India's Net-Zero Future
Australia's Sunrise CSP and Engineers India Ltd have signed an MoU to collaborate on oil and gas projects in India, with single orders exceeding INR 300 million. CST technology will be used to provide industrial process heat, and the world's largest solar concentrator has been installed in Goraj. This partnership will help India reduce emissions and create energy solutions.
Aug 29, 2023 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, solar thermal, Engineers India Ltd, Sunrise CSP
Romania's Hidroelectrica intends 300 MW solar park, green hydrogen plant
Romanian majority state-owned hydro power manufacturer Hidroelectrica stated on Thursday it is seeking professionals to compose an expediency research study for the building of a 300 MW solar plant and also a green hydrogen production plant on Olt river.
Jun 10, 2022 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Solar to Fuel, Europe, Romania, Solar Park, Hidroelectrica, green hydrogen plant
Siemens and Engie prepare 12 MW green hydrogen as well as gas project in France
A EUR15.2 million power-to-X-to-power hydrogen storage center is being planned in Saillat-sur-Vienne, in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The project partners want to utilize renewable energy from the grid and water to produce and save electrolyzed hydrogen. It would then be blended with gas to power an updated, 12 MW Siemens SGT-400 industrial gas turbine which previously created vapor for neighborhood production as well as would have the ability to return power to the grid to satisfy need.
Jun 2, 2020 // Storage, Solar to Fuel, France, Engie, Europe, hydrogen, Siemens
Sri Lanka Approves 700 MW Floating Solar PPA
The Sri Lankan government has approved a 700-MW floating solar park with 1.5 GWh battery storage, providing 1,100 GWh of renewable energy annually and investing USD 1.72 billion. An environmental milestone, this project will revolutionize the energy sector of Kilinochchi.
Dec 14, 2023 // Plants, Floating PV, PPA, Asia, Sri Lanka, PV Power Plant











