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Solar-powered desalination system requires no extra batteries

Because it doesn’t need expensive energy storage for times without sunshine, the technology could provide communities with drinking water at low costs.

Decrease Downtime: Ergonomic Process for Healthier, More Productive Workplace

Preventing worker discomfort and addressing early signs of injury are proven to save companies time and money, all while improving worker satisfaction and reducing turnover.

World’s first in-situ major component exchange on floating wind turbine successfully completed

Applying this groundbreaking new process has eliminated the need for tow-to-port operations, which has previously been the only way to perform MCEs at floating offshore wind farms.

How to Increase Lithium-Ion Battery Life to Improve Performance

Grid-connected large-scale battery storage systems are leading the charge of the energy transition, and for good reason. They offer unparalleled flexibility and reliability in managing renewable energy integration and grid stability.

The Role of Thermal Cameras in Preventing Fires in Industrial Battery Backup Systems

As more industries turn to battery backups, the potential for dangerous thermal events like overheating or fires becomes a serious concern. Thermal cameras have emerged as a game-changing technology, transforming how fire prevention is handled in battery backup systems.

Delivering HVAC efficiency with permanent magnet motors

Faced with fluctuating energy prices and increasingly stringent environmental regulations, countless industries are searching for more sustainable and energy-efficient technologies. HVAC is no exception to this trend

How the Latest Innovations in Switched-Mode Power Conversion Boosts Efficiency, Flexibility and Reliability in Today’s Power Systems

Power system designers today face intense pressure to raise conversion efficiency and save energy as they strive to deliver sustainably improved performance. One key to reaching greater efficiency is switched-mode power conversion.

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Case Western Reserve University-led research team awarded $4M federal grant to develop ArgoPV-a generative AI to improve lifecycle of solar energy systems

Research to understand and prevent common causes of early breakdowns and power loss, such as damage from harsh outdoor conditions and extreme weather, can extend solar-panel lifespans, the DOE said.

20% more powerful tandem solar panels enter commercial use for the first time in the US

The first Oxford PV panels available on the market have a 24.5% module efficiency, offering performance significantly above traditional silicon technology. The panels are powered by perovskite-on-silicon cells.

Automated cleaning process for printed photovoltaic modules manufactured using roll-to-roll technology

The aim was to develop a fully automated CO2 snow jet cleaning system for industrial use based on acp's quattroClean snow jet technology. This is a dry process which is used for full-surface and selective cleaning applications.

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Nexamp Adds Three New York School Districts to Community Solar Program, Delivering More than $100K in Annual Cost Savings

As more school districts look to stretch their budgets and improve sustainability, community solar is proving to be a powerful option that requires no up-front investment or equipment installation. In total, the school districts will realize more than $100K in annual energy savings over the life of the agreement.

CEP Renewables Completes Construction of 19 MW Brownfield Solar Project in New Jersey

Public-private partnership remediates environmental damage while reducing carbon footprint

Blue Energy Secures $45M to Make Clean, Reliable Nuclear Power Commercially Viable

Stemming from MIT's Nuclear Science & Engineering Department, Blue Energy enables nuclear power to quickly and safely be deployed at scale, reducing manufacturing costs from >$10k/kW to $2k/kW and plant construction times from 10 years to 2 years.

TEXEL Energy Storage rebrands as TEXEL Energy to reflect new green business opportunities

The core technology, developed by TEXEL over the years, enables the conversion of thermal energy into green electricity and heat in an economically and environmentally sustainable way. This technology will be applied across the different business divisions to fuel TEXEL's growth and innovation in the green energy sector.

New Tool Aims to Boost Ocean-Based Renewable Energy

At issue are marine hydrokinetic devices, which convert the mechanical energy of the ocean's tides, current and waves into electricity.

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