New Hybrid MPPT Controller for Enhanced Photovoltaic Systems – AZoCleantech

In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers introduced a new direct current-to-direct current (DC-DC) converter with a hybrid maximum power point tracking (MPPT) controller tailored specifically for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Their technique could help achieve high voltage gain, low voltage stress, and good overall power quality. Image Credit: hrui/Shutterstock.com Background Related […]

Bechtel.org’s HETA Initiative Powers Up 300 African Health Facilities with Solar PV Systems – SolarQuarter

In a significant milestone, bechtel.org, the social enterprise arm of Bechtel, announced a major achievement through the Health Electrification Telecommunications Alliance (HETA), a public-private partnership it is part of. HETA has successfully brought clean and reliable solar photovoltaic (PV) systems to more than 300 health facilities in Tanzania, Eswatini, and Nigeria. This initiative, spanning multiple […]

New PV system design strategy avoids oversizing, curtailment – pv magazine International

A group of scientists in Thailand has outlined a new approach to avoid oversizing and overvoltage in energy markets applying volt-watt droop curtailment strategies. The novel methodology leads to a reduction in a PV system’s net present value but also increases its levelized cost of energy. May 14, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Researchers from King Mongkut’s […]

Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association Reveals Significant Growth in Solar Installations Across the Country – SolarQuarter

Copywrite (Derechos reservados) [email protected] The Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association (Absolar) has announced that distributed solar generation in systems of up to 5 MW has exceeded 29 GW of operational installed power in Brazil. This milestone signifies the widespread adoption of photovoltaic technology in homes, businesses, industries, rural properties, and public buildings, with over 3.7 […]

Goleta Water District Working to Offset Energy Usage with Solar Systems, Other Projects | Local News – Noozhawk

The Goleta Water District is working to offset its annual energy usage by installing solar energy systems, using electric vehicles and installing a battery storage facility. With those projects, the district will be able to produce 1.8 million kilowatt hours of clean energy annually, which is enough to offset the district’s annual electricity use and […]

Building Integrated Photovoltaics Market size is set to grow by USD 36.17 bn from 2024-2028, rising demand to reduce … – PR Newswire

NEW YORK, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global building integrated photovoltaics market size is estimated to grow by USD 36.17 bn from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 21.25% during the forecast period.  For more insights on the forecast market size and historic data (2018 – 2022) – Buy […]

Fronius USA updates installer partner program — here’s what’s new – Solar Builder Magazine

By Chris Crowell May 13, 2024 Fronius USA is re-debuting its solar installer partner program, starting June 3, with new exclusive benefits, such as specialized trainings and a new “Service Authorized Installer,” designation dedicated to repairs and O&M work. According to Fronius, the impetus for the redesigned program is the rapid growth of the solar […]