A new milestone in solar integration has been achieved with the commissioning of a 478.75 kWp FlatGrid system on the rooftop of the ice stadium in Bruneck, South Tyrol. The project demonstrates how sports infrastructure and clean energy can work hand in hand—even in icy conditions. The FlatGrid mounting system from Schletter Group was selected […]
General Motors’ recent decision to cease the development of its next-generation Hydrotec fuel cells for vehicles marks the conclusion of an extensive exploration into hydrogen transportation. After years of research and pilot projects, the automaker has formally recognized that hydrogen fuel cells are not a feasible solution for road transport. This decision comes amid growing […]
An Italian startup, GEVI Wind, has recently obtained $3.1 million in seed funding to accelerate the production of its advanced, AI-driven vertical micro wind turbines. These innovative turbines are designed to optimize energy output by dynamically adjusting their blades in response to real-time wind conditions. The funding, led by venture capital firms including 360 Capital […]
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems have created a groundbreaking algorithm designed to enhance crop yields while maximizing the efficiency of solar energy production in agricultural settings. This innovative approach is currently being implemented at a fruit farm in southern Germany, where solar panels are utilized alongside the cultivation of apples and […]
The curtailment of solar and wind energy in Chile reached 3.2 terawatt-hours (TWh) by August 2025, as reported by Ana Lía Rojas, executive director of the Chilean renewable energy association (ACERA). Speaking at the Energy Storage Summit Latin America 2025 in Santiago, Rojas noted this figure marks a slight increase from the previous year, although […]
Toyota is intensifying its efforts to develop all-solid-state batteries, aiming to be the first company to implement this technology in electric vehicles (EVs). The automaker’s first all-solid-state battery-powered model is projected to hit the market by 2027, promising enhanced driving ranges and quicker charging times. A newly announced collaboration with Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. seeks […]
Amazon has unveiled a new delivery station in Elkhart, Indiana, which spans 171,000 square feet and is constructed primarily from mass timber, a significant departure from typical concrete and steel warehouses. This innovative facility features over 500,000 board feet of southern yellow pine, creating a warmer working environment. Designed by ZGF Architects, the station not […]
The report investigates the feasibility and costs of using hydrogen for household heating in Germany, concluding that hydrogen heating will be significantly more expensive than current gas prices. Even under optimistic scenarios, the price of hydrogen for residential use could soar, resulting in a financial burden for consumers. The document emphasizes that while transitioning to […]
In Loudoun County, Virginia, a unique demonstration project aims to blend agriculture and solar energy in a way never seen before in the state. Established by the Piedmont Environmental Council on a community farm maintained by local residents for over a decade, this agrivoltaics initiative integrates solar panels with vegetable farming. The project seeks to […]
During the recent Aurora Energy Finance 2025 conference held in Paris, renewable energy financiers gathered to explore new investment strategies amidst rising market volatility, including the trend of negative pricing. As renewables dominate the energy landscape, traditional business models are being challenged, prompting a reassessment of risk management practices among lenders, developers, and policymakers. The […]