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Rapid Assessment of Wind Damage

The asset owner needed to quickly assess the damage to prepare for possible insurance claims and develop a remediation strategy. Raptor Maps' analysis found more than 20MWdc of site capacity was impacted by equipment anomalies.

Aurora Solar's 2nd Annual Residential Solar Trends Report Finds Homeowners Want Solar, But Trust in the Industry Declined

In 2023, 22% of homeowners said they were unable to find a trustworthy solar company. In 2024, the numbers doubled: 44% of respondents said it is hard to determine which solar companies are trustworthy.

Mini-grid for extended family - NZ Homestead gets private power

The power supply at Tim and Fiona’s homestead in Auckland, New Zealand is distributed from a micro grid which serves their extended family of eight, across three tiny homes, the main residence, and large workshop.

How Earth Anchor Foundation Technology Simplifies Ground-Mounted Solar for Installers

In today’s residential solar market, many installers specialize in strictly rooftop projects. However, it’s not always possible – or even the best decision,

3D Printing Powers Wind Turbine Research At TU Berlin

On average, wind turbine blades are a massive 80 meters long. When it comes to reengineering these towering blades, no other technology offers the freedom, precision, and adaptability to scale parts quite like 3D printing.

Making a Splash With Solar Energy

The initial pull test and geotechnical report showed no traces of underground rock. However, during the installation, our crew found a vein of shale approximately two to three feet down on certain segments of the site.

Reducing the Risk of Battery Thermal Runaway

One solution to reducing the risk of a battery fire are infrared cameras. Infrared fire detection systems monitor large areas and are able to detect heat releasing from battery packs or single batteries.

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The Power of Banking Support Eases PVH's American Expansion

Whether it is financing for capital investments, operating expenses or research and development, the economic backing from financial institutions is a key point for sustainable development and the global energy transition.

Could a New Renewable Energy App Help Inspire Future Climate Crusaders?

Students can explore technologies and careers through waystations, videos, 3D visualizations, and more. And teachers can access curriculum resources and activities, like a scavenger hunt that encourages users to think like a fish.

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $180 Million Investment in School Energy Infrastructure as Part of Investing in America Agenda

The 2024 Renew America’s Schools Prize, funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, represents a groundbreaking investment in energy-efficient and renewable energy infrastructure at underserved K-12 public schools.

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Natural Power supports DIF Capital Partners' sale of UK onshore wind farm

Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as vendor's technical advisor on behalf of DIF Capital Partners to support the sale of the 13-turbine, 26MW, Wadlow Wind Farm in Cambridgeshire, England.

Aardex Debuts Stellera: Championing End-to-End Clean Energy Development Across the Rocky Mountain and Midwest

As the clean energy sector is undoubtedly on an upward trajectory, companies like the just-launched Stellera, a clean energy investment and development firm that develops end-to-end renewable energy projects, are part of the historic investment in the growth of community solar. By removing the barriers to capital access in a traditionally difficult borrowing market, Stellera aims to expand opportunities for communities disproportionately impacted by the energy transition.

Lightshift Energy Raises $100 Million From Greenbacker Capital Management to Expand Utility Scale Battery Storage Across North America

The growth equity infusion will enable further expansion of the company's diverse, multi-gigawatt energy storage solutions

Avnos and Deep Sky Forge Path to Gigaton-Scale Carbon Removal in Canada

Avnos will Deploy Hybrid DAC Unit to capture 450 tons of CO2

Tigo Energy Headquarters Receives 90kW of Optimized Solar from Long-Time Installer Partner

Tigo Energy installation partner Laibach Solar optimizes the solar system at Tigo US headquarters to overcome shading challenges and maximize energy gain with Reclaimed Energy.

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SOLTEC – SFOne single axis tracker

SOLTEC - SFOne single axis tracker

SFOne is the 1P single-axis tracker by Soltec. This tracker combines the mechanical simplicity with the extraordinary expertise of Soltec for more than 18 years. Specially designed for larger 72 an 78 cell modules, this tracker is self-powered thanks to its dedicated module, which results into a lower cost-operational power supply. The SFOne has a 5% less piles than standard competitor, what reduces a 75% the labor time.

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Canadian Solar

Canadian Solar

Canadian Solar has our global headquarters and module factory in Guelph, Ontario Canada, where we were founded, as well as offices throughout the US and Canada. Our expert teams provide a full suite of solar solutions, modules, and inverters. As a single source, we simplify your access to solar with complete system solutions backed by Canadian Solar's global expertise and bankability. We are here to stay, continuing to provide long lasting, world class solar solutions for years to come.