Tim Sylvia
NanoGraf unveils new battery chemistry materials
NanoGra’s silicon-oxide anode material can increase battery capacity in the 18650 form factor by an initial 12% at commercially competitive prices.
Amazon warehouse fire linked to solar installation
A recent fire at an Amazon warehouse, with an estimated $500,000 in damages, has been linked to an issue with a rooftop solar system, according to Susquehanna Hose Co.
Portable, grid-connected solar carport
The “Gismo Power” solar carport is entirely mobile, can be connected to the grid, and can be folded for storage.
Novel approach to turn coal plants into energy storage stations
From pv magazine USA Malta Inc. and Duke Energy, using a Department of Energy grant, are partnering on a one-year study to assess the socio-economic, environmental, and operational issues behind converting retiring coal units into long-duration, zero-emissions energy storage systems. The two companies will look at integrating Malta’s 100 MW, 10-hour pumped heat energy storage […]
Maxeon launches frameless rooftop solar panels
Maxeon’s Air technology platform brings solar to previously inaccessible roof spaces.
PV modules shipping at lower prices in US, EIA data shows
The Energy Information Administration says that more than 2.7 GW of modules were shipped at an average price of $0.34 per watt in March.
New York state funds study on benefits of grazing for PV
Sheep and solar farms can exist symbiotically, and the American Solar Grazing Association says that now is the time to convert that relationship into a full-scale industry.
Agilitas Energy starts work on 3 MW/9 MWh lithium-ion battery for Rhode Island
Agilitas Energy says that it is building a new 3 MW/9MWh storage system to avoid the costly reconstruction of existing transmission lines in parts of Rhode Island.
Best countries for renewable energy investment
IHS Markit has released its latest Global Renewables Markets Attractiveness Rankings, based on measures related to investment confidence and ease of development.
First Solar, Nel to develop integrated PV-hydrogen power plants
First Solar and Nel Hydrogen Electrolyser AS will initially develop an integrated power plant control and SCADA system, as part of a broader plan to build integrated photovoltaic/hydrogen power plants.
