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Swiss solar panel specialist relies on FLIR thermal imaging camera to perform fail-proof inspections
Solar panels have proven to be a wise, future-proof investment in terms of economy and ecology. But just like any other technology, failures may occur. Thermal imaging cameras are an ideal for quick detection of those failures. Heinz Simmler, owner of Swiss photovoltaic inspection company Energie Netzwerk, is an avid supporter of this technology. Thermal… Read more »
German engineering, American pioneering and a global mindset: a winning combination
With almost 100 megawatt of storage installations worldwide and more than four gigawatts of qualified orders in the pipeline over the next four years, James P. McDougall, CEO of Younicos, is at the helm of a phenomenally successful organisation. We asked the inspirational American to tell us more about the company, its proven technologies and… Read more »
ET Cell Optimizer Module Is Certificated by VDE and ETL
Recently, the innovative PV module – ET Cell Optimizer Module (COM) successfully obtained two certificates issued by VDE and ETL, meaning that the module’s design, type and safety conform to international high standards of PV modules. The two institutes are among the world’s most prominent independent testing organizations for electric and electronic products. The new… Read more »
GRUPO CLAVIJO: new installation of 2 MW in Croatia
The Spanish company Grupo Clavijo has finished work on the new solar photovoltaic installation of 2 MW in the Zupanja region of Croatia. This solar park -in operation since September- has trackers of 1 horizontal axis (model SP1000), known for their robustness, adaptability to the ground and optimal performance. Grupo Clavijo is a Spanish company… Read more »
Damen to construct Renewables Service Vessel for Delta Marine
The close working relationship between Delta Marine and the Damen Shipyards Group has produced a new vessel design – called a Damen Renewables Service Vessel 3315. The Scotland-based offshore wind service provider recently awarded Damen a construction contract looking towards a launch in early 2017. “For the last couple of years we’ve been working on… Read more »
Fraunhofer Institute For Wind Energy And Energy System Technology Iwes
Nacelle testing laboratory started operation Electrical certification on the test stand instead of prolonged field tests – Fraun- hofer IWES ́ “Dynamic Nacelle Testing Laboratory” will serve to satisfy the ex- pectations and demands of many wind turbine manufacturers. After an 18- month construction period, the 100-tonne generator of a 3 MW wind turbine was… Read more »
Enhancing the performance, reliability and lifetime of commercial photovoltaic systems
Brussels, 21 October 2015 – The closing event of the Performance Plus project was held in Brussels to present the project’s conclusions and recommendations for policy-makers, regulators, industry and technical experts. The Performance Plus project, supported by the European Commission, focused on developing and demonstrating models and tools to monitor, control and test PV plants…. Read more »
Ingeteam hits 30 GW installed wind capacity milestone
Leadership positions in emerging markets Brazil & India Spain, 16 October 2015. Ingeteam, an independent supplier of electrical conversion equipment, has announced today that it reached the milestone of 30 gigawatts (GW) of installed wind power capacity worldwide. The company hit this important mark after the commissioning of power converters accounting for 2 GW of… Read more »
IdeemaTec dominates with 101MW project volume tracker market in Jordan
Wallerfing, 20 October 2015 – IdeemaTec Deutschland GmbH is supplying seven large-scale projects for the Jordan PV government programme, and in so doing will receive a market share of over 50% of the current tracker market. For the total volume of 101 MW, the horizontally tracking safeTrack Horizon tracking systems with a tracking range of… Read more »
meteocontrol strengthens its partnership with 3megawatt
Augsburg/Chicago/Munich, October 20, 2015 – meteocontrol GmbH, a PV service provider for monitoring, and 3megawatt GmbH, a solar asset management software provider, plan to intensify their working relationship in the future. The partnership will focus on developing an all-in-one full featured solution to manage large photovoltaic system portfolios. Both companies will create a seamless interface… Read more »
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Exide Technologies unveils new Solition Powerbooster Mobile: Delivering flexible and sustainable energy “On-The-Go”
Solition Powerbooster Mobile offers flexible and zero-emissions energy buffering and supply – wherever, whenever Built with versatility in mind – ideal for various off-grid use cases such as events, construction sites, or outdoor EV charging Available with storage capacities of 200 and 400 kWh Gennevilliers, France (3/2/2025) – Exide Technologies, a global leader in… Read more »
Sharp withdraws from solar business in Europe
Hamburg, February 6, 2025 – Due to challenging conditions in the European solar market, Sharp has made the decision to close its European solar business (Sharp Energy Solutions Europe – SESE) after 30 years of operation. The solar division is part of Sharp Electronics GmbH in Hamburg, Germany. The final day of SESE’s operations will be… Read more »
British tech to support Parkwind’s wind energy drive
Parkwind, a subsidiary of Japanese energy giant JERA Nex, has partnered with a team of UK tech experts as it continues to help the world transition to a net-zero future. The company has signed a deal with British clean-tech scale-up Kinewell Energy to procure its pioneering cable layout optimisation software. The Kinewell Layout Optimisation of… Read more »
Polar Racking Reaffirms Commitment to Achieving 10GW Annual Production for Global Solar Projects
Company Prioritizes US Domestic Content and Job Creation as Part of Strategic Expansion Plans February 6, 2025 – [Toronto, ON – Polar Racking, a leader in innovative solar mounting solutions, with a total production capacity of 5 gigawatts (GW) across its global portfolio, reaffirms its commitment to expanding to 10GW of annual production. This engagement… Read more »
“I will deliver Labour’s rooftop revolution” energy boss announces
Utilita’s Founder Bill Bullen announces his ambitions to equip 500 households each month with solar Utilita founder Bill Bullen has made it his mission to spearhead the UK’s Rooftop Revolution as he launches a new advertising campaign encouraging take-up Utilita has a proven installation track record in implementing low-carbon tech – 92% of its households are… Read more »
Deutsche WindGuard Consulting rejuvenates its management board
Benjamin Ahrens joins company founder Axel Albers with immediate effect Varel, 2025-02-06: Benjamin Ahrens has joined the management board of Deutsche WindGuard Consulting GmbH effective 2025-01-29. He now heads the company based in Varel, Germany, together with long-standing Managing Director Axel Albers. In addition to his Master’s degree in Engineering Physics with a focus on… Read more »
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