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"Sun in a box" would store renewable energy for the grid
Design for system that provides solar- or wind-generated power on demand should be cheaper than other leading options.
Want sustained solar growth? Just add energy storage.
Solar resources will need to provide firm, flexible energy commitments even when the sun goes down, as well as critical grid services like frequency regulation and spinning reserves to stabilize the grid.
What is Energy Sprawl?
Energy sprawl is the product of the total amount of energy produced annually and the land-use concentration of production. Basically, this means the amount of energy that can be produced in a given amount of space.
Solar and Onshore Wind Leading as Cheapest Source of New Bulk Power
Every half year, BloombergNEF runs its Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE) analysis, a worldwide assessment of the cost competitiveness of different power generating and energy storage technologies – excluding subsidies.
Preparing For NEC 2017
NEC 2017 690.12 is a listed provision for module level control on PV arrays installed on or in buildings, but its implementation was delayed. That provision goes live in January 2019, updating the PV Rapid Shutdown System (PVRSS) requirements.
Cloud County Community College Goes Solar
New solar energy courses—spurred by the installation of a new on-campus solar site—will train students for high-tech, high-wage jobs in the exciting, emerging solar industry through innovative teaching and educational partnerships.
Gridsolv Energy Storage Solution
GridSolv consists of one ISO 40’ container and includes batteries, a safety system, fire suppression system, power distribution and air conditioning system.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
eMotorWerks and LO3 Energy Partner on Local Energy Trading Platform Between Electric Vehicles and Renewable Microgrid Projects
The project will connect eMotorWerks' JuiceNet EV charging platform to LO3's energy platform Exergy, activating the trading of local renewable energy between EV owners and local energy marketplaces.
Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities Unveils First-of-its-Kind HouseZero Lab & Prototype
HouseZero's advanced data-driven infrastructure will enable cutting edge research, aims to shift the design and operation of buildings
Air Liquide to build first world scale liquid hydrogen production plant
These new commitments will serve the growing needs of the hydrogen mobility market in California and help enable and complement the deployment of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles and support the hydrogen merchant market across the state.
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
ABB to power Europe's largest electric car battery factory in Poland
Substation and key technologies to ensure reliable power supply for manufacture of electric car batteries and support sustainable transportation
AWEA supports a level playing field for energy storage technologies
Broad coalition of over 150 companies and energy groups ask Congress for a stand-alone storage ITC
8minutenergy Announces Company Buyout by Co-Founder Tom Buttgenbach
Nation's Leading Independent Developer Expands to 10+ GW Solar + Storage Pipeline
Hanergy Exhibits Latest Solar Power Innovations at Japan's EcoPro Exhibition 2018
Introduces its pioneering solar rooftop solution, HanTile, dedicated to the Japanese market
South Korea Renewable Energy Summit 2019 | 17-18 April, Grand Ambassador Seoul Associated With Pullman, Seoul
South Korea Renewable Energy Summit 2019 will be held on March 13th - 14th in Grand Ambassador Seoul Associated With Pullman, Seoul. The summit will include the Conference, Exhibition, Sub-forum and project match-making forum, which will create an idealistic platform for the international players to connect with the local firms in South Korea. More about the Organizer Neoventure Corporation is an independent investment advisory agency based in China assisting international investors identify investment opportunities in emerging market. The footprints of Neoventure's business spread across the region inclusive of some of the hottest investment destinations as Vietnam, Myanmar, Singapore, Turkey etc. be held on March 13th - 14th in Hanoi, Vietnam. The summit will include the Conference, Exhibition, Sub-forum and project match-making forum, which will create an idealistic platform for the international investors.
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EDF Renewables
EDF Renewables is a leading U.S. independent power producer boasting over 30 years of experience across a broad spectrum of services. Our core competencies in Project Development, Operations and Maintenance, and Asset Management enable us to ensure each project we touch performs at the highest level possible.
