Category: Energy
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LONGi’s latest bifacial module features enhanced durability with thicker glass to improve resistance against hail damage
– LONGi has launched a new solar panel, the Hi-MO 5 Ice-Shield module, designed for durability and reliability in hail and windstorms – The panel uses toughened safety glass technology with a 3.2-mm integrated top layer of tempered glass to withstand up to 55-mm hailstones – The module is reinforced with high-strength aluminum alloy material…
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GEI and YEO collaborate on solar-plus-storage project in Zambia
1. GEI and YEO have established Cooma Solar Power Plant Limited to build and operate a project in Choma, Zambia. 2. The BESS project by YEO has a 20MWh energy storage capacity, with an offtaker being a Zambia state utility and mining firm. 3. Preliminary activities, including feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments, have been…
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Taiwan Commences Construction of Substations and Grid-Balancing STATCOM Systems
1. GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business and TECO Electric and Machinery Co are installing two units of ±200 Mvar STATCOM systems at the ZhangGong Step-up Substation and the YongXing Switchyard in central Taiwan. 2. The collaboration between GE Vernova and TECO aims to integrate more renewable energy into the area, enhancing the stability of Taiwan’s…
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H-TEC SYSTEMS and Bilfinger Join Forces to Advance Sustainable Green Hydrogen Projects in Europe
1. H-TEC SYSTEMS and Bilfinger have signed an MoU for developing green hydrogen projects in Europe. 2. The partnership aims to align technical and commercial interfaces, combining expertise for optimized project outcomes. 3. The collaboration will focus on large scale electrolysis projects using PEM electrolysis technology. H-TEC SYSTEMS and Bilfinger have signed an MoU to…
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Claims of Compressed Gas for Electricity Storage are Mostly Full of Hot Air
1. Compressed gas electricity storage solutions like compressed air, liquid air, and liquid carbon dioxide have intractable efficiency challenges and siting constraints. 2. Thermodynamics plays a significant role in the efficiency and limitations of compressed gas storage solutions, with the laws of thermodynamics presenting challenges to achieving high efficiency. 3. While compressed air storage has…
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CPS Energy increases ownership with acquisition of 2% stake in South Texas Nuclear Project
– CPS Energy signed an agreement to purchase an additional 2% stake in the South Texas Nuclear Project (STP) from Constellation, increasing its ownership to 42%. – The company also signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Constellation for an additional 200MW of firm capacity, available to customers for summer 2024. – As part…
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New import duties imposed on solar tracking components
1. Dept. of Commerce found aluminum extrusion producers in 14 countries imported at less-than-fair value in the U.S. 2. Solar products affected by investigation include tracker assemblies, racking, and mounts made from aluminum extruded in these countries. 3. GameChange Solar filed comments to remove bearings and actuators from consideration for import duties, while U.S. Aluminum…
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Lightshift to install 50MW of community battery energy storage systems in Massachusetts
1. Lightshift Energy is implementing at least 10 BESS projects in Massachusetts to help manage generation and load, decarbonize grids, and save costs. 2. Four projects are under construction in Groton, Holden, and Paxton for operation this summer, with more projects in late-stage and mid-stage development for 2024 and 2025. 3. The BESS projects will…
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Register now for World Hydrogen 2024 Summit & Exhibition to secure your spot!
– World Hydrogen 2024 Summit & Exhibition is the largest global hydrogen event with over 15,000 professionals and 500 exhibitors. – Features include C-Level Summit, Africa Hydrogen Forum, H2 Tech Series Stages, World Hydrogen Awards, site visits to Port of Rotterdam projects, and networking opportunities. – Registration is now open for passes to the event.…
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Nozomi wins two projects in Japan’s inaugural Long-term Decarbonisation Capacity Auction
– Nozomi Energy won two battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Japan’s Long-term Decarbonisation Capacity Auction. – Nozomi Energy established an operational project portfolio of 100MW within 10 months of starting operations. – Nozomi Energy is contributing to Japan’s energy transition and green energy goals by enhancing grid stability and integrating renewable energy. Nozomi…