Month: February 2024

Tools Help Energy Leaders Learn Essential Skills in Modeling Power Systems and Provide a “How-To” Guide on Operating and Maintaining Battery Energy Storage Systems Caribbean fellows with RMI work together discussing a solar panel system. Photo from RMI The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and RMI—founded as the Rocky Mountain Institute—have collaborated to provide a virtual training to support the development of renewable energy projects and created a how-to guide on battery energy storage systems. The publicly available virtual training and how-to-guide are available through RMI’s Energy Transition Academy (ETA)…

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The funding will support solar, energy storage and other clean energy deployment across 20 states and 30 tribal nations. February 27, 2024 Anne Fischer Image: Lindsey Dillon/US DOE The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $366 million for 17 projects across 20 states and 30 tribal nations and communities, to build resilience and energy security in rural and remote areas across the country. This funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is intended to support community-driven energy projects, such as microgrids for community health centers, which strengthen energy security…

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The 240kW solar system will be able to deliver up to 90% of the museum’s daily energy requirements. Image: SolarEdge. Yeovil-based Haynes Motor Museum has installed a DC-optimised rooftop solar system on the building’s north-facing roof. Installed by Sunlit Solar, the project comprises 648 high-efficiency 370W panels arranged in 18 sets of 36 panels with two SolarEdge Synergy 82.2kW inverters. According to the press release, the solar system will be capable of averaging 50% of total daily energy requirements, exceeding 90% on sunnier days. The installation team created a digital…

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No plant can grow without light. But how much does a raspberry really need to bear fruit? Or can the berry thrive with just half the normal amount of light if the rest is used to produce solar power? Organic farmer and berry producer Heinz Schmid from Gelflingen, LU, aims to uncover this and much more over the next few years in his 7,200 square-meter pilot facility for Agri-Photovoltaics. He has installed a total of 500 kilowatts (kW) of solar power capacity there. For comparison, an average solar system on…

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In the sweeping deserts of Morocco, a groundbreaking endeavor poised to redefine renewable energy in the region confronts unforeseen hurdles. The planned $2 billion, 800 MW Noor Midelt I plant, heralded as a beacon of progress, now grapples with delays stemming from a sharp dispute over its technological blueprint. At the heart of the contention is a clash between the traditional photovoltaic (PV) systems and the innovative, yet costlier, concentrated solar power (CSP) technology. Advertisment The Heart of the Dispute Originally, the Noor Midelt I project, awarded to a consortium…

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Florida, the Sunshine State, is an excellent place to generate electricity by converting sunlight into usable power. In fact, the state ranks third behind California and Texas for solar energy generation. However, most solar power in the state is provided to consumers through large solar installations owned by utility companies. Partially due to Florida’s rule against allowing power purchase agreements (PPA), rooftop or residential solar energy systems account for just 1% of the solar energy created in the state—meaning there’s a vast market for residential solar installations. To fill the…

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Enphase Energy, Inc. a global energy technology company and the world’s leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, announced that it has started production shipments of its most powerful home battery to date, the IQ® Battery 5P™, for customers in Italy. The IQ Battery 5P is a modular design with a 5 kWh capacity and can be paired with the new IQ8™ Microinverters to provide homeowners with reliable electricity to use whenever they need it. Enphase launched its new home energy system in Italy with IQ Battery 5P and…

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Our energy systems are in need of a serious tuneup, for a number of reasons. Using predominantly petroleum (and other fossil fuel) products for energy production has a couple of major drawbacks, including limited supplies, the release of greenhouse gases and other pollutants during use, and for most countries, the dependence on foreign oil and coal supplies (and the inevitable price increases that go along with that). But the solar power industry has been pushing out innovations right and left, some of which have the potential to make a serious…

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Your region and climate It’s no secret that solar panels are more prevalent in the Sun Belt than in other parts of the country, but they’re still an excellent investment if you live in the Northeast or Midwest. You just need to choose the right panels. Your region and climate influence irradiance, shading, panel orientation, temperature, precipitation, wind, dust, and dirt. All of these factors impact the performance of your solar panels. If you live in an area that frequently experiences rain, snow, or other cloudy conditions, opt for high-output…

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In the heart of Barcelona, a city synonymous with innovation and sustainability, a groundbreaking collaboration unfolds, promising a brighter future for electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and environmental advocates alike. The Mobile World Capital Barcelona, in partnership with Wallbox, has unveiled an interactive model that is more than just a display; it’s a glimpse into a future where our homes and vehicles harmonize with the planet’s rhythm, powered by the sun. This model, showcased at a prestigious congress, serves as a beacon of progress in the quest for sustainable mobility, illuminating…

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