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The technology revolution of vegetation management
With the growing season approaching, PES caught up with Renu Robotics’ CEO Tim Matus to find out the latest on autonomous technology in the solar industry and how it can help solve issues around vegetation while keeping costs and energy use in check. PES: Tim, it’s always good to talk to you. When we’ve spoken… Read more »
How will the European PV value chain up production x 30 to meet 30 GW by 2025?
While the European demand for Solar PV soars, why hasn’t the Solar PV industry raced forward to scale up? The conundrum is that European companies and investors face a high business risk in establishing a sustainable solar upstream manufacturing value chain. Over the past two years, Norwegian Crystals has been providing thought leadership around the… Read more »
Growing along with the energy transition
As market demand for solar increases, so companies within the sector are expanding their premises and their product ranges. Among these is Mounting Systems GmbH, a business that is taking its solutions for pitches and flat roofs to new heights. As Germany’s only manufacturer of solar mounting systems, Mounting Systems GmbH, located in Rangsdorf, near… Read more »
Intelligent control at the edge
Managing remote power systems is a challenge, but an increasingly necessary one. Fortunately, there are new hardware and software technologies emerging that will allow solar electric system optimization in the field while reducing downtime, without being on-site. The past decade has seen tremendous growth in solar electric systems being used to power remote applications and… Read more »
Living life in full colour
Solar panels are becoming increasingly part of our everyday world, so ensuring they blend seamlessly into their surroundings is key. A good time then for us to discuss this issue and some possible solutions for color solar modules, with Sebastian Barth, Business Development Manager Electronic Materials, at Merck. PES: Hello Sebastian and welcome back to… Read more »
Powering the energy transition
Producing over 560 GWh of energy annually, the Baynouna solar park is helping Jordan achieve its objective of meeting 50% of its electricity needs from renewables by 2030. Creating enough energy to power 160,000 homes, this is a large-scale project that is also providing jobs and economic opportunities for the area. The Baynouna Solar Energy… Read more »
Everybody has the power, but where is the heat?
There is lots of talk about power shortages and how we can produce even more power through solar or wind. It is true, nothing works without power. However, the current crisis in eastern Europe shows that we cannot only focus on power shortages. There is another source of energy, that might actually be a way… Read more »
The second generation of the original German hybrid inverter
Is it really possible to produce and store cost-effective electricity without being dependent on electricity suppliers and in an environmentally friendly way? The latest innovation from KOSTAL may have made this vision much closer to reality, enabling self-generated solar energy to not only be used directly, but also allowing surplus to be saved for later… Read more »
A simple and practical guide to solar panel maintenance
Solar panel maintenance is crucial for ensuring that the installed photovoltaic (PV) system remains in great working condition, both now and in the future. Many problems with solar panels can go unnoticed for some time and may end up being quite costly to fix. There are a few ways you can ensure you’re taking good… Read more »
The heat is on for sensor technology
With the pace of the industry shifting up a gear, new projects and technologies are implemented and PV plants are upgraded much more frequently to optimise energy yields. We were keen to speak to Kees Hoogendijk, Managing Director of EKO Instruments Europe B.V., to find out how manufacturers are able to respond to this demand…. Read more »
More from across PES
The UK Government has launched a partnership between Great British Energy and the Crown Estate which it says will deliver billions of pounds in clean power investment.
Responding to the announcement, Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “Scottish Renewables welcomes today’s announcement which has provided more detail on the role that the UK Government hopes GB Energy will play in the energy market. “The ambition to fast-track renewable energy deployment recognises the critical role that our industry will play in… Read more »
Kraken and SolarEdge Light up Path to Cheaper, Cleaner Energy
SolarEdge Home Battery customers will be able to save by charging with low-cost, clean energy – fully automated by Kraken Octopus Energy customers in the UK and US first to benefit from lower energy bills SolarEdge systems around the world to expand Kraken’s ‘Virtual Power Plant’ potential and turbocharge the smart grid London, UK and… Read more »
New study REVEALS repurposing EV batteries is vital to shaping a sustainable energy future
Environmental Impact: Throwing away lithium-ion batteries improperly is causing global safety issues including fires in waste management facilities. Circular Economy Benefits: Companies such as B2U Storage Solutions and Allye Energy are recycling and reutilising old EV batteries. Industry Innovation: B2U Storage Solutions has successfully deployed large-scale storage facilities using second-life batteries, demonstrating cost-effectiveness and reliability… Read more »
Does a new Labour government herald a new dawn for UK climate tech companies?
By Paul Vousden, Client Development Director at 350 PPM, the London-based incubator and accelerator for early-stage clean tech solutions. Labour has been elected with a spectacular landslide majority and the country has voted for change, which of course was the campaign message that was relentlessly pursued for weeks on end. The other key themes from… Read more »
Schneider Electric appoints Kristin Hanley as Vice President, Global Marketing and Sales Excellence for the UK and Ireland
·Former Vice President of Customer Operations takes on new role · New function integrates marketing with sales excellence and data insights to accelerate business growth The leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Kristin Hanley as Vice President Global Marketing and Sales Excellence for the UK and Ireland… Read more »
ABB technology automates giant solar energy farm in Abu Dhabi
ABB technology maximizes efficiency and reliability of world’s largest single-site solar plant Al Dhafra PV2 in Abu Dhabi – key to the United Arab Emirates’ Energy Strategy 2050 The plant generates enough power to meet energy demands of 200,000 homes and reduce city’s CO2 emissions by 2.4 million metric tons per year, equivalent to the annual emissions from 470,000 cars IEA says solar PV manufacturing capacity is expected to double during 2024 to reach almost 1,000 GW,… Read more »
Airborne Wind Energy developer Kitemill receives €2.5m cash boost from EIC (European Innovation Council) to accelerate commercialisation
ARESCA calls for wind energy experts to support the national adoption of industry standards
WORLD BANK GROUP RELEASES REPORT ON OFFSHORE WIND DEVELOPMENT SCENARIOS FOR BRAZIL BASED ON ANALYSIS BY DNV
The UK Government today (July 18) announced the formation of an Onshore Wind Industry Taskforce.
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