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Offshore Wind Industry Poised for Growth, but Economic Pressures and Tech Innovation Need to Be Managed

Speed of build-out is creating pressure on materials and supply chains, port infrastructure, and available construction and maintenance vessels. Bigger turbines and new technology drive bigger exposures for insurers which need to be understood in partnership with developers

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Understanding the Zero-emissions Automobile Industry

To support both the requirements for a scalable EU battery supply chain, and a reduction in whole lifecycle carbon emissions, greater knowledge of the possibilities and realities of battery recycling is critical.

Addressing Fire Suppression Needs for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The threat from ICE vehicle fires and filling stations is well known and documented. But what we do not know yet is the level of hazard that will accompany so many vehicles being charged all over the world.

Recent Advancements in Solar Car Technology

The automobile industry is currently undergoing a revolution, moving to electrification; part of this shift is including a focus on renewable power sources3. Notably, solar-powered cars, then, became an avenue worth pursuing.

Electrochemical Processes for Advancing Carbon Capture Efficiency

The typical carbon capture approach happens in two steps. The first involves using high-pH liquids to separate the carbon dioxide from mixed-gas streams.

Talking RE+ with LG

Under the campaign, “Hello, my name is…”, LG’s display is designed to create personalized, meaningful connections with the ESS industry, offering a greater understanding of LG Electronics USA’s work and products.

Talking RE+ with Solis Inverters

Attendees can use tablets and phones to get online and check out the SolisCloud monitoring platform with cutting edge features for homeowners and PV system fleet managers.

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Harnessing the Flow of Battery Energy Storage Systems

The volatility of renewable prices and sourcing requires reliable storage solutions. One proven method is megawatt-level BESS and demand, stabilizing grids, preventing renewable energy waste, and encouraging innovation.

Predictive Model Could Improve Hydrogen Station Availability

With relatively few choices, motorists who rely on hydrogen must be confident their needed fuel is available. Station operators must make any necessary repairs to meet the demands of consumers, but they also must investigate the causes of any failures to avoid future problem

TRANSFORMING PARKING LOTS INTO SOLAR POWER PLANTS - THE HUGE POTENTIAL OF PARKING LOT PV

The growing demand for renewable energies and efficient, sustainable solutions has already sparked innovative ideas aplenty. Parking lot PV is one example that combines functionality with the power of solar energy.

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First Solar Breaks Ground on $1.1 Billion, 3.5 GW Louisiana Manufacturing Facility

Louisiana manufacturing plant will create over 700 new direct manufacturing jobs in the state

SmartHelio Named Start-Up of the Year at RE+ Start-Up Live Competition Sponsored by Mercom Capital Group

Predictive solar software company stands apart in a group of ten clean energy start-ups

Sunnova and FranklinWH Launch First-of-Its-Kind Solar Power Battery to Revolutionize Energy Storage for Multi-Family Homes

First 208V compatible battery on the market offers powerful storage capability

EU PVSEC 2023 Wraps Up - Innovations are a Decisive Factor in the Global PV Race

• Photovoltaics Paves the Way to Combat Climate Change • Awarding of the Becquerel Prize • Session Recordings Available Worldwide • EU PVSEC 2024 in Vienna, Austria • ANNEX - Technical Highlights of the Conference

The key design considerations for a commercial and industrial (C&I) modular battery storage systems

The key design considerations for commercial and industrial (C&I) modular battery storage systems

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The concept of combining PV arrays with standing seam metal roofing is growing-for good reasons. Metal roofs have a life expectancy of more than 40 years. Shouldn't the mounting system last as long? With S-5! zero-penetration attachment technology and PVKIT 2.0, the solarized metal roof is the most sustainable system available -and without compromising roof warranties! PVKIT 2.0 is the also the best solution for attaching PV modules directly to any exposed fastener metal roof.

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Stäubli Electrical Connectors, Inc.

Stäubli Electrical Connectors, Inc.

Stäubli Electrical Connectors are used on more than 300 GW, over 50% of the PV capacity worldwide. The MC4 family of UL and TUV listed products include connectors, in-line fuses, branch connectors, cable assembly and more.