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ENERGY STORAGE AND RENEWABLE ENERGY AS A SYSTEM: THE ENERGY FUTURE AS A BUSINESS MODEL
The potential offered by these large-scale storage systems is particularly clear when they are used in conjunction with PV, because solar power is becoming ever more affordable thanks to the continuously falling prices of PV systems.
Surf City Goes to Clean Energy Storage
The City of Huntington Beach will announce a partnership with Stem, an AI for energy storage company, that will help them lower their customers energy bills and contribute to the cities sustainability initiatives.
A Battery for Hire: AC Vs. DC Coupling for Solar + Energy Storage Projects
Although the phrase “solar + storage” is thrown around in energy circles frequently, little attention is usually given to what kind of solar + storage people are actually referring. Generally speaking, solar + storage can be configured in three possible ways
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.
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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.
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
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Dr. Boris Monahov, Veteran of Advanced Lead Acid Battery Consortium, Joins Tydrolyte Advisory Board
Industry's top independent lead battery technology expert to help Tydrolyte promote industry adoption of its novel electrolyte material
Testing underway with top lead battery manufacturers and independent battery testing company; initial results show Tydrolyte offers critical performance improvements
Alta Devices Sets 29.1% Solar Efficiency Record; NASA Selects Alta Devices for International Space Station Test
NASA is testing Alta Devices solar technology at the International Space Station in order to evaluate Alta's technology for future NASA low-Earth orbit missions, including powering CubeSats.
Solar Overtakes Fossil Fuels for the First Time
Renewable energy investments grew to $297 billion in 2016 (the last time full-year data was collected), while only $143 billion was spent on fossil fuels and nuclear power.
Highview Power's Liquid Air Energy Storage Named Technology of the Year by BusinessGreen Magazine
Recognized for innovative long-duration energy storage solution, successful implementation, and ability to enable clean, smart energy grids of the future
Liquid air energy storage also wins top Smart Grid Technology
Cost of UK large-scale solar could drop below £40MWh by 2030
Effective policy needed to deliver cheapest solar for economy & consumers
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Rolls Battery - Maintenance-Free AGM & GEL Batteries
With a full range of capacity options (85AH-3300AH) and voltage configurations to choose from, Rolls Battery maintenance-free 2V, 6V & 12V AGM and broad range of 2V GEL models offer a valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery option with the same dependable energy storage and heavy-duty construction customers have grown to expect from the Rolls brand for over sixty years. Installed in off-grid, grid-tied or backup float applications, these sealed batteries require minimal ongoing maintenance and provide a versatile energy storage solution for remote or confined installations. Rolls Battery AGM and GEL battery lines deliver superior cycle life and are backed by an industry-leading warranty.
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Rolls Battery
Surrette Battery Company, the exclusive manufacturer of Rolls Battery, is one of North America's leading lead-acid battery manufacturers. Established in 1935, with a production facility in Salem, Massachusetts, Surrette Battery Company relocated to Canada in 1959 and is the Nation's only remaining independent battery manufacturer.
