Category: Energy

– BayWa r.e. has secured a long-term agreement with Nippon Sheet Glass Co. for the purchase of 90% of electricity from a solar facility over 25 years – The company achieved commercial operation date for its 50 MW Kobe solar farm and finalized project financing with ORIX Bank for an 8 MW Tsuno solar project…

1. The US Department of Energy has supported the development of floating platforms for offshore wind turbines. 2. Made-in-the-USA floating wind platforms are finally coming home after being developed in Europe. 3. The Energy Department is investing in initiatives to reduce the cost of floating offshore wind and support commercial deployment in the US. The…

1. Sheila Rohra joined Hitachi Vantara in February 2023 and became the CEO in October of the same year. 2. Hitachi Vantara is committed to AI adoption and ESG principles, aiming to become carbon neutral by 2030. 3. The company’s technology has a low carbon footprint and has helped customers reduce their environmental impact while…

1. Solar energy technicians are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting solar systems to ensure they are performing efficiently and as promised. 2. Solar technicians must be knowledgeable in reading blueprints, testing and troubleshooting equipment, and staying current with local, state, and federal codes for solar PV installations. 3. The demand for solar installers is expected…

1. Focus on maximizing asset management for storage projects 2. Address operational challenges and optimization strategies 3. Meet key industry players and network with industry experts. The storage industry is rapidly growing, and the focus now is on maximizing assets to ensure optimal performance. This event will provide insight into asset management fundamentals, operational challenges,…

– Consumers Energy investing $24 million in smart technology to prevent power outages – Deployment of nearly 3,000 line sensors and over 100 automatic transfer reclosers in Michigan – Commitment to restore power in 24 hours or less and prevent outages for nearly 2 million Michigan homes and businesses Consumers Energy, an investor-owned utility, is…

– Africa is working towards harnessing its water resources for sustainable development through a clean energy transition – In 2023, there was a significant increase in hydropower development across the continent, with key contributions from countries like Nigeria, Uganda, DRC, and Tanzania – The African Development Bank is leading efforts to upgrade 12 hydropower plants…

1. Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email or follow on Google News. 2. The Tesla Supercharger team recently faced layoffs due to organizational restructuring. 3. Transitioning a team from growth to steady state requires a shift from sponges to camels, and successful leadership through the process is crucial. The article discusses…

– ACP approves Biden Administration’s decision to impose tariffs on lithium-ion batteries imported from China – Tariffs will be imposed on Chinese imports such as semiconductors, batteries, EVs, and solar cells between 2024 and 2026 – Analysts suggest that the tariffs may lead to fragmentation and increasing costs in global supply chains, potentially impacting US…

1. USITC and Commerce Dept. are investigating claims of dumping of silicon solar cells and panels from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam into the U.S. market. 2. This is the second investigation into the exporting practices of solar cell manufacturers in Southeast Asia, following the extension of AD/CVD to Chinese manufacturers in the region in…