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Battery storage projects surge as utilities prepare for next grid era in 2026

The expansion of renewable energy and the urgent need for grid reliability in the face of climate-driven extremes are expected to intensify even further in 2026 and that will escalate the need for storage even more.

Preventing Vermin Damage and Other Solar Hazards

Here’s a little-known fact about residential and commercial solar systems: wildlife damage is a real problem. Wildlife can affect system efficiency, lifespan, and create safety risks for both homeowners and business owners. The solution? Proactive prevention.

Scaling Laboratory Solar Cell Research with High-Purity Boron Nitride Crucibles

As laboratories move from proof-of-concept cells to reproducible high-efficiency prototypes, every component in the processing line must preserve purity, chemical stability, and reproducibility. This is where Boron Nitride (BN) Crucibles have become indispensable.

What’s Slowing Down Solar Deployment in Europe and How to Fix It

This paper analyzes this slowdown through a dual lens: first, the well-researched systemic barriers of market design, grid limitations, and policy friction & the critically under-examined operational and delivery bottlenecks within the industry's project execution model.

Why Compliance Documentation Matters in Electronic Recycling

Partner with the wrong ITAD and e-waste provider, and your business faces lawsuits and damage to your reputation. It’s beneficial to be very selective about who handles your e-waste.

Engineering the Future of Lubricants: From Plants to Performance

The global movement towards sustainability has put a spotlight on biolubricants as a great alternative to petroleum-based lubricants due to their ability to not harm the environment like petroleum-based lubricants do.

Corban Commons Solar Project - 436kW Solis C&I Grid-tied Projects

For Corban Commons, the challenge was to secure a renewable energy solution that would provide long-term cost savings for its low-income senior residents without burdening the facility with initial capital expenditures.

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The Future of Lead, Lithium and Vanadium Energy Storage Unveiled at CES 2026

Stryten Energy highlights lead, lithium, and vanadium redox flow battery technologies designed for grid resilience and renewable energy integration. The tech-agnostic BESS solutions support data centers, manufacturing, and EV charging amid surging energy demand.

2026 Outlook: U.S. Solar Adapts to Policy Shifts as Retrofitting and New Technology Drive Growth

PV Hardware USA expects policy adaptation, domestic manufacturing progress and energy storage to shape the next phase of industry growth

How Mechanical Engineering Services Support Sustainable Buildings

Mechanical engineering sits at the centre of energy performance, covering heating, cooling, ventilation, water systems and building services.

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Hydrogen Generator Market Growth Driven by Clean Energy Adoption

The global hydrogen generator industry was valued at $1.2 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach $2.2 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.8%, driven by clean energy adoption, government initiatives, and rising industrial demand.

BidItUp to Host Landmark 8-Day Auction of Production-Ready Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing Assets from XALT Energy

BidItUp, a leading industrial asset auctioneer and industrial disposition partner, today announced a landmark 8-day online and live virtual auction featuring the manufacturing and R&D assets of XALT Energy, a U.S.-based lithium-ion battery manufacturer serving electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage system (ESS) markets.

India Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Market to Hit $19.4 Billion by 2035 - Powering the Nation's Renewable Revolution

The India Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Market is projected to reach USD 19.4 billion by 2035. Discover how falling battery costs, renewable integration, and strong government policies are fueling India's clean energy transformation.

Fuel Cell BOP Market Growth Driven by Hydrogen Energy Adoption

The fuel cell balance of plant (BOP) industry size was valued at $1.9 billion in 2022 and is set to reach $13.9 billion by 2032, driven by hydrogen energy adoption, clean fuel regulations, and rising demand across automotive and power sectors.

Protecting the backbone of clean energy - Protection technology ensures safe, reliable battery storage for renewables

Here, Mike Torbitt, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explores the technology behind battery energy storage systems (BESS).

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A One-In-Portrait (1P) solution that support a wide range of solar projects (utility scale, distributed generation (DG), & C&I markets). Manufactured and factory preassembled in the USA at one of OMCO Solar's 5 US plants (AZ, IN, AL, OH), OMCO makes all structural components with domestic steel and now can offer a 100% domestic tracker. OMCO Origin® Factory-Direct Trackers include universal module mounts with options for all commercially available modules, labor-saving bearings with 6 adjustable ways to compensate for posts and terrain issues, and foundation solutions for every terrain including OMCO C Piles.

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