Category: Energy
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Pooling Utility Assets: A Virtual Power Plant Services Model
1. Solnet Group launches virtual power plant (VPP) services for commercial and industrial solar companies in balancing markets. 2. Solnet Manager platform allows solar utilities and energy storage units to join a collective pool of VPPs, earn additional revenue, and contribute to grid stability. 3. The platform controls a pool of solar utilities and energy…
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RWE Inks Two Wind Power Purchase Agreements in Texas with Microsoft
– RWE has signed two 15-year power purchase agreements with Microsoft for clean electricity from two new onshore wind farms in Texas – RWE is working with Vestas, Wanzek Construction, and RES to build the wind farms, with a combined capacity of 446 MW – The projects will create jobs during construction and contribute to…
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Biden’s Tariff on Chinese EVs Fails to Learn from History
1. Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email or follow us on Google News. 2. History shows how American car companies responded differently during energy crises in the past. 3. Biden’s 100% tariffs on cheap Chinese EVs may not be in the best interest of Americans, the economy, or climate change goals.…
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Ameresco and Envision chosen by Atlantic Green for BESS project in the UK
– The BESS project known as Cellarhead, with a capacity of 300MW/624 MWh, is set to be connected to the UK’s electricity grid by the end of 2026. – Ameresco and Envision Energy have been selected for the construction of the Cellarhead project, aimed at enhancing the UK’s energy security and reliability. – Atlantic Green…
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Texas welcomes the grand opening of a new solar equipment recycling center
1. SolarPanelRecycling.com opens new recycling center in Breckenridge, Texas 2. Facility can recycle 300 MW of solar panels annually and recover valuable materials 3. Company plans to open more regional recycling facilities in the next two years and focus on sustainability and innovation in the solar industry. SolarPanelRecycling.com has opened a new recycling center in…
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‘Innovation Leads the Way: Octopus Energy’s Approach to Regulation and Investment’
1. Octopus Energy’s recent $9 billion valuation announcement showcases their successful business strategy 2. Octopus Energy focuses on creating great products for customers first, allowing regulation and investment to follow 3. The company’s customer-focused ecosystem, including their Kraken platform and Zero-Bills mortgage, sets them apart in the energy sector Octopus Energy has seen immense success…
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Supply Chain Accelerator launched by The Crown Estate
– The Crown Estate has launched a £50 million Supply Chain Accelerator fund to support early-stage development of projects linked to offshore wind in the UK. – A £10 million round of funding is open for businesses to apply for, with a focus on developing a new UK supply chain capability for floating offshore wind…
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Follow Maine’s Lead in Achieving Climate Goals: Get Your Community to Take Action
1. Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email or follow on Google News 2. Maine is leading in climate action with initiatives such as a climate fund, energy storage projects, and promotion of heat pumps 3. Maine’s climate education program and partnerships with community-based organizations are crucial for supporting climate initiatives. Florida’s…
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RWE and Microsoft Enter into Two 15-Year Power Purchase Agreements for Texas Wind Farms
– RWE secures two 15-year PPAs with Microsoft for 446MW of clean energy from new wind farms in Texas – The wind farms, Peyton Creek II and Lane City, will use Vestas turbines and construction is led by Wanzek Construction and RES Energy Solutions – The projects will create jobs during construction and add to…
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K2 Systems creates new wire clip for railed and rail-less solar panel installations
1. The K2 4 Wire Dragon Clip is a wire management clip designed for use in both railed and rail-less solar systems. 2. It is made from durable materials, featuring a stainless steel construction and UV-resistant nylon body to prevent damage to cables. 3. The clip allows for streamlined installation without the need for tools…