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What Is Hybrid Inverter

A hybrid inverter combines a solar inverter's functions and a battery storage inverter into one. Consequently, it can manage power produced by the solar array, the solar battery storage, and power from the grid.

SEIA Statement on Biden Administration's Action to Support American Clean Energy Manufacturing

Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on the administration’s announcement

Embracing Change: UK Pump Systems Manufacturer Champions Energy Transition Support

Today, the pump systems we design and manufacture for energy transition applications are becoming a large part of our portfolio and we are heavily involved in the development of new technology to aid the race to net zero.

Long Duration Energy Storage

Although there are several LDES technologies, A-CAES offers distinct advantages, including the ability to flexibly locate and at a scale that will enable the large-scale displacement of fossil fuels in energy systems.

The Streamlined Solar Permitting Solution our Industry Needs

Permitting delays are one of the most problematic aspects of residential solar deployment. Solar projects are governed by a patchwork of laws, regulations, and standards created by a host of governmental entities regarding zoning, construction, and more. 

Changing the Rules of Thermal Energy Storage

Power Panel’s Gen 20 Thermal Storage Tank scraps the concept of the traditional steel tank, replacing it with durable, safe, stable and recyclable thermoplastics. The result is a lightweight, secure, and rapidly-deployable thermal storage solution.

ZapBatt Battery Operating System

Think of it not as a simple battery management system, but as more of an Android, Windows, or iOS for batteries. It’s a platform that breathes life into batteries, allowing them to fit within the designed parameters of any given product

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20 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED IN XPRIZE CARBON REMOVAL RACING TO REVERSE CLIMATE CHANGE

Offering $100 million to innovators who can create and demonstrate solutions that remove carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere or the oceans and sequester it durably and sustainably.

FIELDS AND THE SUN: AGRICULTURAL PV, AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE ENERGY AND THE FARMING INDUSTRY

Shading and wind protection provided by solar panels reduces evaporation, and innovative solar panels have been developed that also collect rainwater for irrigation. This can benefit farming operations by boosting their resilience against crop failure.

Solar EV Charging to Bypass the Grid: A US$2.5 Billion Market by 2034, Says IDTechEx

The South African utility grid is subject to frequent load-shedding, periods when demand exceeds supply, and utility operators are forced to impose rolling black or brownouts of up to 50% capacity.

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RECHARGE YOUR KNOWLEDGE: INTERSOLAR EUROPE 2024 PRESENTS EXTENSIVE ACCOMPANYING PROGRAM

Intersolar Europe will take place from June 19-21, 2024 as part of The smarter E Europe, the continent's largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry, in Munich. The event will be flanked by the three exhibitions ees Europe, Power2Drive Europe and EM-Power Europe.

Wind Power LAB launch lightning surveillance technology

Reducing wind turbine repair costs and operational downtime by more than 40%

Go First Class Solar for Solar Panels NI

First Class Solar champions sustainable energy in Northern Ireland with top-tier solar panel solutions tailored for homes and businesses.

EM-Power Europe: Flexible Consumers Take the Burden Off the Grid

An initial consumer contribution to flexibilization has been a proven state of the art for years: prosumers with their own photovoltaic system linked to a stationary battery storage system, their own heat pump and charge their electric car with the electricity they generate themselves.

Sigenergy Presents Breakthrough SigenStor C&I Solution at Exclusive Event in Valencia, Spain

With over 150 distinguished attendees, including distributors, installers, media representatives, and industry leaders from across the globe, the event sparked dynamic discussions on the future of energy storage.

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Canadian Solar - HiKuBlack - Black Backsheet & Frame (Mono)

Canadian Solar - HiKuBlack - Black Backsheet & Frame (Mono)

Aesthetic appearance for residential systems: With black backsheet & black frame, Power range 380 ~ 405 W, Low power loss in cell connection. Enhanced reliability: · Low temperature coefficient (Pmax): -0.34 % / °C, LID LeTID less than 2.0%, Lower hot spot temperature, Better shading tolerance.

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Southco, Inc.

Southco, Inc.

Southco, Inc. is the leading global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we understand that first impressions are lasting impressions in product design. With unrivalled engineering resources, innovative products and a dedicated global team, Southco delivers the broadest portfolio of premium access solutions available to equipment designers throughout the world.