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  • FNSF secures resource consent for solar farm project in New Zealand

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    1. Far North Solar Farm ltd (FNSF) obtains resource consent for 40.8 MWp solar farm near Marton, New Zealand. 2. FNSF now has five consented solar farms, with the first one under construction. 3. Energy Global Magazine’s Spring 2024 issue features articles on battery storage, renewables in Europe, electrical infrastructure, and more. Far North Solar…

  • Researchers are revolutionizing lithium extraction using innovative chemistry techniques

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    1. Use mechanochemistry to extract lithium at low temperatures, diversifying the supply chain. 2. MELLT process involves ball milling solid spodumene and reactant chemicals to create water-soluble lithium compounds. 3. MELLT streamlines hard-rock mineral extraction, uses less energy, and eliminates toxic waste, offering a more sustainable approach to lithium extraction. The U.S. Department of Energy’s…

  • Majority of solar contractors anticipate growth in the next three years, survey reveals

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    1. EnergySage releases results of eighth annual Electrification Contractor Survey, first to expand to include professionals in solar-adjacent, whole-home electrification fields 2. Majority of solar installers and clean energy contractors predict growth in solar installations, battery storage, and heat pump installations 3. Financing options identified as biggest barrier to growing business, with lack of desirable…

  • Irish data centre batteries used for grid stability backup power

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    1. Enel X Global Retail and Digital Realty collaborate to use data centre batteries to balance the Irish power grid 2. Digital Realty enhances its UPS systems with integrated batteries to support grid stability and allow for more renewable energy on the grid 3. The partnership helps reduce carbon emissions, save CO₂, and increase the…

  • 3 Important Considerations for Costco Shoppers Buying Gold Bars

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    – Gold and silver bars are popular items at Costco, selling out quickly with a mark-up over spot price – Buyers should focus on storing wealth and protecting earnings, rather than expecting quick profits – Research reputable dealers early on, consider silver as a complement to gold, and invest in secure storage options to keep…

  • GreenFire Energy Inc. and Stoic Transitional Resources Inc. team up for geothermal energy solutions

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    – GreenFire Energy Inc. and Stoic Transitional Resources Inc. collaborate on innovative geothermal energy solutions – Stoic’s Flux Crossover technology will enhance the performance of GreenFire Energy’s GreenLoop system – GreenLoop technology offers versatile and scalable geothermal solutions for a variety of applications, with a focus on repurposing non-productive wells for energy production. GreenFire Energy…

  • Humanoid robots are mastering the art of falling gracefully

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    1. Boston Dynamics produced two major robotics news cycles last week, including the electric Atlas announcement and a farewell to the original hydraulic Atlas. 2. The company promotes transparency in showcasing the ups and downs of robots, emphasizing the importance of learning from failures. 3. Falling is a crucial aspect of robot development, with robots…

  • Kenya to Receive Additional 200 Electric Buses

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    1. Kenya is partnering with Roam & County Bus Service to deploy 200 electric buses by 2026. 2. The transition to electric mobility is progressing in Africa, with the potential for a leapfrog transition. 3. Roam buses, designed and manufactured in Kenya, offer affordability, comfort, and convenience, with plans to introduce 10 electric buses by…

  • SunPower to lay off nearly a quarter of its workforce, including in-house residential sales staff

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    1. SunPower announces layoffs and division closures, reducing workforce by approximately 1,000 people. 2. SunPower plans to transition operations to Blue Raven Solar and focus on Dealer Network and installation partners. 3. SunPower has faced challenges including diversification efforts, misstatements in financial results, and loss of exclusive supply agreement with Maxeon. Tom Werner, the principal…

  • Solutions for utility needs in IoT and DERMs

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    1. Minsait provides innovative solutions for utilities processes covering commercial, measurement, asset, and operation management. 2. Customers of Minsait include Iberdrola, EDP, ENEL, and UFD. 3. Collaboration between businesses and organizations is crucial for a successful energy transition, as emphasized by Director Francisco Donato Bergia. In a recent interview with Francisco Donato Bergia, Director at…