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Driving progress and electrification
Michael Geiger, Senior Vice President Energy Solutions, and Jos Theuns, Senior Director Strategy and Partnership Energy Solutions at Exide Technologies, talk to PES about the company’s transition from lead-acid to advanced lithium-ion solutions, and towards a net-zero future. How does the business innovate to meet the diverse industry needs, advancing renewable energy integration and grid… Read more »
The role of outdoor testing and robotic cleaning to reduce LCoE
Amidst surging global adoption of photovoltaic (PV) plants in desert regions, dust accumulation poses a significant challenge to performance and reliability. Here, we explore the transformative potential of robotic cleaning systems, leveraging automation and advanced technologies to optimize maintenance practices, maximize energy production, and ensure the long-term sustainability of solar PV installation in harsh desert… Read more »
Rethinking lithium battery production for a greener future
The vision of a sustainable future, characterized by solar panels lining the roof of every home, roads bustling with battery-powered vehicles, and reduced reliance on fossil fuels, hinges on the pivotal roles played by electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy storage systems. This dream is refined with extended ranges for EVs, rapid charging capabilities, and… Read more »
Securing solar investments: strategies for world class performance and reliability
A recent study found that ‘solar assets are underperforming by an average of 8%’. Part of the problem is that the average photovoltaic project is designed based on standard values for climate-related losses that bear no relation to reality. PVRADAR empowers project developers to achieve world class performance and reliability, across all climatic zones, starting… Read more »
Reducing costs and protecting the environment
At Hyacintgatan 45 in the Holma district of Malmö, Sweden, there is a large residential complex which, like similar large projects before it, has now been equipped with a photovoltaic system. In the 1970s, as part of the ‘Million Programme’, numerous housing estates were built over a short period on what was then farmland in… Read more »
Maintaining PV systems with advanced AI software
PVision, a young AI startup based in Stuttgart, Germany, has developed innovative software that enables electricians to inspect photovoltaic systems for damage using drones and AI analysis. In this article, we take a closer look at the challenges faced by the industry in maintaining these systems.
Counting the cost of solar inverters
There are many factors to consider when choosing the right inverter for a solar project, including ease of installation, performance, reliability and the levelized cost of energy (LCoE). As the renewable energy industry matures, there are more elements to think about too, such as compatibility with batteries, electric vehicles and their ability to keep key… Read more »
Harness the sun
Henkel is dedicated to developing materials that offer formulations, which support sustainable practices for solar system developers. This commitment stems from its belief that the reliability of power conversion and energy storage is crucial to harnessing the advantages of solar power.
Powering tomorrow
PES spent time talking to Carlos Lopez, CRO of PV Hardware, exploring the company’s journey as a leading manufacturer of solar tracking solutions. With over 29 GW delivered worldwide and a strategic focus on international growth, it looks poised to help shape the future of solar energy.
Shaping the future: taking a role in Europe’s energy transition
As new solar cell innovations emerge in 2024, including the TOPConpanel series from Solarwatt Technologies, its Managing Director Pol Spronck explains why 30 years of European manufacturing enable it to lead the charge inquality, cutting-edge solutions.
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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
Voss, Norway, July 22, 2024 – Airborne Wind Energy (AWE) developer Kitemill has secured €2.5million from the EIC (European Innovation Council) to accelerate the commercial launch of its novel technology. The multi-million-euro cash injection marks a significant milestone for Kitemill and its pioneering KM2 system (*see notes to editors) which received commendation from the EIC… Read more »
Nordex Group to offer N169/5.X turbine for the US market
169 m rotor diameter Power rating up to 5.5 MW Hamburg, 22 July 2024. The Nordex Group is expanding its product portfolio in the 5 MW segment and is launching a turbine variant of the proven Delta4000 platform, which is specially tailored to the requirements of the US market. The N169/5.X has a rotor… Read more »
ARESCA calls for wind energy experts to support the national adoption of industry standards
The American Renewable Energy Standards and Certification Association (ARESCA) is calling for experts who are directly and materially affected parties who are interested in participating as a member of an American National Standards (ANS) consensus body, known as the ARESCA Standards Committee of the Board (SCB), to support the adoption of the following IEC TC 88 standards… Read more »
WORLD BANK GROUP RELEASES REPORT ON OFFSHORE WIND DEVELOPMENT SCENARIOS FOR BRAZIL BASED ON ANALYSIS BY DNV
Porto Alegre, Brazil, 18 July 2024 – The World Bank Group today released a study on “Scenarios for Offshore Wind Development in Brazil” conducted by DNV, the global independent energy expert and assurance provider. This report is one of a series of offshore wind roadmap studies commissioned by the World Bank Group (WBG) under its… Read more »
The UK Government today (July 18) announced the formation of an Onshore Wind Industry Taskforce.
MACQUARIE ASSET MANAGEMENT AGREES TO ACQUIRE ADDITIONAL STAKE IN LYNN AND INNER DOWSING OFFSHORE WIND FARMS
More reliable and cost-effective: Schaeffler optimizes wind turbines using closed loop engineering
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