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 […]
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Hopewind has reached a major milestone in industrial modernization by successfully replacing the aging imported mid-voltage VFD system at Baotou Steel Group with its advanced HD8000 series. This achievement marks a significant step forward in localizing high-performance solutions and redefining standards in the steel industry. A Seamless Transition to Smarter Technology The HD8000 series was […]
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ASUNIM and its consortium partner achieved a significant success in an international tender organized by the World Bank, winning a $18 million solar energy and storage system project in Somalia. The project will involve the construction of a 10 MWp Solar Power Plant (SPP), a 20 MWh Energy Storage System (BESS), and a 9 km […]
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Robert Holden, a city councillor from Staten Island, has voiced serious concerns over the recent proposals to place battery energy storage systems (BESS) near residential areas and gas stations. These large-scale power storage facilities, which utilize lithium-ion batteries, are essential for harnessing renewable energy, but pose potential fire risks. A rising need for these systems […]
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Scientists from the University of Tokyo collaborated with rice farmers in Japan to explore the concept of agrivoltaics, where solar panels are installed above crops. Their pilot study in Miyada demonstrated that this innovative approach could optimize land use by generating solar energy without harming crop yields. In the first growing season, the rice yield […]
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Google has announced a partnership with the Salt River Project (SRP) in Arizona to promote non-lithium long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies. This collaboration aims to advance the commercialization of LDES through pilot projects backed by Google’s funding, which will also facilitate the evaluation of these initiatives’ performance. By enhancing energy storage solutions, both organizations hope […]
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France will implement a reduced value-added tax (VAT) rate of 5.5% on residential solar installations with a capacity of up to 9 kW starting October 1, 2025. While the official decree is still pending publication, the draft conditions are set to be reviewed soon. To qualify for this tax reduction, solar panels must meet specific […]
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BSW-Solar, a German trade association, is urging the government to simplify and standardize grid access for solar PV and energy storage projects. A recent survey revealed that project developers face challenges, such as poor communication with grid operators and slow application processes for grid connections. With a majority of responses indicating delays and lack of […]
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Texas has emerged as a leader in solar power generation in the U.S., but its susceptibility to severe hailstorms poses a significant risk for energy companies. However, there has been no substantial damage reported during the recent hail season, which is attributed to advancements in solar panel durability and risk assessment methodologies. Improvements in testing […]
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Ukrainian private utility DTEK has launched the largest battery storage project in Ukraine and one of the largest in Eastern Europe, with a capacity of 200 MW/400 MWh. The installation, which is spread over six sites in the Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions, represents a significant investment of €125 million ($146 million) and was constructed in […]
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