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An alumina lining for silicon in storage
Researchers at Rice University in the U.S. have actually carried out explores lithium-ion batteries utilizing silicon as an anode product and made an unexpected discovery relating to an aluminum oxide passivation layer at the cathode. The finding might open up a new path toward much better performing lithium-ion batteries.
Feb 3, 2020 // Technology, Storage, USA, silicon, North America, Rice University, Sibani Lisa Biswal, alumina
New efficiency record for flexible CZTS
Scientists at South Korea’s Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology have set a new efficiency record of 11.4% for a cell based on a copper zinc tin sulfide thin film applied to a flexible substrate.
Sep 24, 2019 // Technology, South Korea, Asia, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology, flexible CZTS, Kee-Jeong Yang, thin-film solar cell, Jin-Kyu Kang
Penso Power and also Luminous Energy get green light for 350MW battery storage asset
Welbar Energy Storage joint venture - composed of Penso Power and Luminous Energy-- have actually protected planning permission for a 350MW connection capacity battery storage development in North Warwickshire.
May 4, 2022 // Storage, UK, Europe, luminous energy, Penso Power, Richard Thwaites, David Bryson
Environment-friendly solvent for a 16.7% perovskite solar cell
Researchers in Germany aimed to get rid of making use of harmful solvents in the manufacturing of perovskite solar cells, changing them with a much more environmentally worldly called dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) which has so far shown difficult to integrate right into processes appropriate for large-scale production.
Jul 14, 2022 // Technology, Germany, Europe, solar cell, perovskite, Jan-Philipp Becker
Shapoorji Pallonji Inks Pact with KKR to Sell 5 Solar Assets for around $204 Mn
Shapoorji Pallonji Group's framework advancement arm, Shapoorji Pallonji Infrastructure Capital (SP Infra) has actually become part of the clear-cut sale contracts with KKR, an international investment company, for its 5 functional solar power plants with a capability of 317 MWp in factor to consider of concerning Rs 15,540 million (~ USD 204 million).
Apr 27, 2020 // Markets & Finance News, India, Asia, sprng energy, David Luboff, KKR, Mukundan Srinivasan, Sanjay Nayar, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Sterling & Wilson Solar
Eco-friendly substance reveals assurance for solar cell usage
A prevalent change to solar power will certainly depend greatly on trusted, secure, as well as cost effective innovation like batteries for power storage space as well as solar cells for power conversion. At Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, scientists are concentrated greatly on both parts of that formula.
Apr 28, 2020 // Technology, USA, solar cells, perovskite, North America, Nikhil Koratkar, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Mini perovskite module with 18.13% efficiency
Researchers from Singapore have actually created semi-transparent perovskite solar cells that can be conveniently incorporated right into a variety of city contexts, consisting of structure exteriors, home windows as well as entrances. The 21cm2 mini panels are made from perovskite solar cells based upon methylammonium lead iodine (MAPbI3), with a performance of 20.28% for 0.16 cm2.
Apr 30, 2020 // Technology, Manufacturing News, Asia, solar cell, perovskite, Singapore, efficiency, Annalisa Bruno
Spanish solar: Acciona inks PPA as Q-Energy bags US$ 350m refinancing
2 solar players have actually safeguarded corporate as well as financial backing for their jobs in Spain, amid steps consisting of the first lasting purchase bargain for the biggest telecoms company in the nation.
Jun 12, 2020 // Markets & Finance News, Spain, pv power plants, Europe, Q-Energy, Acciona, corporate ppas, solar ppas, telefonica
JA Solar's founder as well as chairman detained and also under examination in China
The founder and also chairman of 'Solar Module Super League' (SMSL) member Jin Baofang has actually been apprehended by local government authorities in Pingdu City, Shandong Province, China.
Nov 9, 2020 // Manufacturing News, China, JA Solar, pv modules, c-si manufacturing, Asia, finance, Jin Baofang
Zelestra Begins BKW-Backed Solar Project in Italy
Zelestra launches a 6.5-MWdc solar farm in Puglia, boosting Italy's green energy with Swiss partner BKW AG, advancing Europe's sustainable future.
Apr 18, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Italy, Europe, PV Power Plant, Zelestra
174 Power Global bags funding for utility-scale solar in Texas
174 Power Global has wrapped up construction financing for the US$210 million, 150MW first phase of its solar farm in Ector County, northwest Texas, clinching funding from a group of global banks.
Sep 12, 2019 // Markets & Finance News, USA, Texas, PV plants, North America, 174 power global, credit agricole corporate and investment bank, korea development bank, Q CELL modules
Scientists show clay substance can improve the efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells
Researchers from Turkey's Konya Technical University have shown that sepiolite, a normally taking place clay substance, can be included in perovskite precursor materials, and also develop a scaffold layer that can improve the performance as well as stability of solar cells. The researchers think that this substance could be valuable in developing reproducible processes for the manufacturing of large-area perovskite solar cells.
Apr 13, 2023 // Technology, Asia, solar cell, perovskite, Turkey, efficiency, Konya Technical University
Swiss Satellites Repurposed: Solar Powerhouse in the Alps
Use obsolete satellite antennas to generate clean energy - Discover how two Swiss companies in the town of Leuk are repurposing these antennas into giant solar panels. Each one can provide 25 households with power and measures 32 meters in diameter. Located 1,000 meters above sea level for optimal sunlight, this project could help offset the predicted 50 terawatt hour energy shortfall in Switzerland.
Oct 20, 2023 // Residential, Europe, Switzerland
Emeren Reaches 1GW Storage Milestone in Italy
The Emeren Group Ltd has reached a remarkable success with 1GW of battery storage systems across Europe, North America, and Asia. Joining forces with Matrix Renewables, Enerpoint, and Kaizen Invest Holding, the company now has 975MW of projects and Ready-To-Build status in 2025. With a 3GW portfolio and 10GWh storage pipeline, Emeren is leading the industry.
Jan 2, 2024 // Storage, Italy, Europe, Emeren
154MW German Solar Farm Inaugurated in Gumtow, Brandenburg
Experience the milestone of Germany's energy transition: Döllen solar park, commissioned by CEE Group and partner Goldbeck Solar, is a 154.77 MWp photovoltaic plant operational for one year. Financed by DAL Deutsche Anlagen-Leasing and supplied with solar modules by Astronergy. E.DIS Netz grid supplied with electricity from the transformer station in Schönhagen. Exceptional professionalism and commitment thanked by CEE Group.
Jul 5, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Germany, Europe, CEE Group, Goldbeck Solar