Solar Energy Storage and Battery News

CNGR Advanced Material and Al Mada have announced plans to set up a $2 billion industrial hub in Morocco for EV battery production with an annual capacity of 1 million vehicles. Strategic initiatives by Huayou & Gotion High-Tech result in a combined $26.3 billion investment in Morocco's automotive sector.

Yotta Energy closed an USD-8-million fundraising round to expand its solar power and energy storage solutions, led by Evergy Ventures and strategic investors BlueScope, Cricetus Felix Ventures, Copec WIND Ventures and EDP Ventures. Funds to expand manufacturing and deploy battery technology. Yotta Energy solutions incorporate solar, energy and EV charging technology into commercial buildings.

Western Australia government awards AUD 1bn contracts for 700 MW/2,800 MWh of energy storage projects. Premier Roger Cook touts move as "crucial" in transition to global green energy superpower. CATL to supply 300 & 650 EnerC Plus battery units & 72 & 160 inverters.

Enel has tripled its utility-scale energy storage capacity in Texas, providing 369MW/555MWh of dispatchable energy to the grid. Enel is leading the way in energy storage, demand response and electric vehicle charging, paving the way for greater grid stability and resilience.

Samsung C&T and Sunraycer Renewables partner to develop and permit a 3GW portfolio of solar and energy storage projects in Southern Texas, set to be energised between 2025-2026. Explore upcoming ventures in the US renewables market.

EDF Renewables UK & PS Renewables have unveiled plans for the Rosefield Solar Farm in Buckinghamshire, England. A NSIP with a generating capacity of over 50 MW, public consultation begins 28th September. Low carbon electricity to power thousands of homes & businesses, while delivering substantial benefits to the local community & environment.

Tesla has released Powerwall 3, their advanced home battery solution with 11.5 kW power capacity and 13.5 kWh energy capacity. Easily expandable and integrated with solar inverters, Powerwall 3 is available for installation now, with wider availability in 2024.

Wärtsilä partners with EVE Energy to supply 3.5GW of battery energy storage systems to key markets, promoting a stable and efficient energy supply and increasing renewable energy integration. EVE Energy plans to enhance its global service capabilities to support this industry-wide goal.

EDF Renewables UK has secured planning permission for two battery energy storage facilities in Essex and Norfolk; the 57-MW project in Essex is expected to be online in 2025 and the 114-MW project in Norfolk will help the UK transition to a more sustainable energy future.

Gore Street Energy Storage Fund PLC has chosen LS Energy Solutions technology for a 200 MW/400 MWh energy storage facility in Imperial County, CA to improve grid reliability. This project will be composed of 137 AiON-ESS deployable containers and 1,300 AiON-SIS string inverters, set to become one of the largest energy storage installations in Imperial County. Construction begins soon, with operations expected in 2024.

Renogy X, a residential energy storage division, is launching an innovative system with expandable storage, an integrated inverter, and an EV charger. The PowerTower and EV charger make installation and use easy for homeowners, launching in May 2024.

Ingka Investments and Apex Clean Energy are set to begin operations of their 16.4-MW Cameron Storage battery energy storage system in Cameron County, Texas. The project is part of the Ingka Group's sustainability strategy and will be co-located with the existing 165-MW Cameron Wind Farm. Worley and Powin are providing engineering and equipment services.

Enfinity Global Inc secures $428.9 million investment from ICG to power 17 GW project portfolio, accelerating growth with 7.3 GW energy storage. ICG Infra to build & operate existing projects and support long-term growth. Pending regulatory clearance.

Amp Energy's groundbreaking agreement with ElectraNet for a 150-MW/300-MWh BESS in South Australia marks the start of the Renewable Energy Hub of South Australia with 636-MW Robertstown, 336-MW Bungama, and 388-MW Yoorndoo Ilga Solar PV projects, 540 MW of batteries, a hydrogen production facility, and an aboriginal cultural heritage agreement. Total project cost AUD-2 billion.

This article looks at how developers are leading the UK's transition to a net zero carbon future, focusing on how this will ensure grid stability and the integration of renewable energy sources.