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Residential Solar Prices Dropped and Tesla Dominated Battery Market, according to EnergySage's 2024 Solar & Storage Marketplace Report

EnergySage's report captures the trends shaping consumer behavior, installer offerings, and equipment preferences, while spotlighting early indicators of how tariffs, interest rates, and Tesla brand backlash may influence the market in the months ahead.

Gen Z and Millennials in the Renewable Energy Workforce

To increase understanding, our industry must be more vocal about highlighting its different players, from energy efficiency solutions providers to cleantech developers and even environmental consultants.

Revolutionizing Power Grids: The Essential Role of HVDC and FACTS in Modern Energy Transmission

Traditional alternating current (AC) transmission systems face limitations in their abilities to handle the variability of renewable energy sources, an issue compounded by the persistent challenges of an aging infrastructure.

hy-fcell Canada, a must-attend event for professionals in the hydrogen and fuel cell space

hy-fcell Canada brings together technology innovation and scaling, industry longevity, resource expertise and strong finance capabilities in a breathtaking location. We look forward to seeing everyone in Vancouver in June.

Making the Case for Cable Ties in Solar

I can hook you up with a cable tie that’ll perform for 40 years or more in harsh conditions. Or maybe it will only last half that long, or much less. Your call. Install it wrong, and its potential longevity is meaningless.

Recent Advancements in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology

Despite the positive characteristics of SMRs, the high costs and dangers of radioactive material deprioritize the technology compared to traditional and reliable energy sources like fossil fuels.

Mega Lumos Solar Carports at Portland Utility

This system is a blend of (813) L60 355W modules and (20) L40 240W modules. The aesthetic combination of solar panels creates a lighter vibe for a solar walkway under the carports.

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Top 5 actions to transform the energy supply globally

Despite record-breaking growth in renewable energy, the world is dangerously off track to meet crucial climate goals. If we are serious about securing a sustainable, equitable and resilient energy future, we must act now.

Plant leaves inspire design of improved fuel cell

University of Toronto researchers look to nature to overcome challenge of water management in hydrogen fuel cells.

Global nuclear power capacity to reach 494GW by 2035, driven by advancements in SMRs and clean energy shift, says GlobalData

While nuclear power accounted for around 9% of global electricity generation, countries with aging reactors have pursued lifetime extensions, while others have aggressively expanded their nuclear fleets, especially in Asia.

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Briggs & Stratton SimpliPHI 6.6 Batteries Now on OpenSolar

Introduced last year, the Briggs & Stratton SimpliPHI 6.6 batteries feature a number of advances that make installation easier. They have self-guiding RapidStak™ connectors that integrate power and communications into a single point without wires or DIP switches.

Wattlab launches SolarDeck: plug-and-play solar power for seagoing shipping

Established in 2017, Wattlab has spent its first years of operations focusing on the inland shipping sector with its Solar Flatrack. This is a modular solar energy system consisting of movable and stackable integrated solar panels and inverters. To date, Wattlab's SolarHatches have been installed on more than 25 inland shipping vessels.

LG Energy Solution Establishes Battery Recycling Joint Venture with Derichebourg

-Companies to build pre-processing facility in northern France to extract 'black mass.' -Construction to begin in 2026; operations to commence in 2027 -LG Energy Solution marks a critical first step toward a closed-loop system in Europe to strengthen value chain competitiveness.

Innovate UK Partners with BOW, ORE Catapult & ACUA Ocean to Advance Robotics for Smarter Offshore Wind Operations

• The O.S.I.R.I.S project will deploy nested robotic systems-a combination of aerial drones and underwater autonomous vehicles-to enhance efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and improve safety in offshore wind farms. • BOW's universal robotics platform will integrate with The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult's Synthetic Test and Unified Demonstration System (STUDS) simulation environment, allowing seamless testing, validation, and coordination of diverse robotic models and systems before real-world deployment. • By 2027, the project aims to deliver a fully autonomous inspection system, accelerating the transition to sustainable offshore energy and supporting the UK's Net Zero goals.

BISON® TO SHOWCASE CUTTING-EDGE REGENERATIVE BLOWER TECHNOLOGY AT BIOGAS AMERICAS 2025

BISON®'s ROTRON® CP and EN Regenerative Blowers set a new standard for biogas applications, delivering superior safety, performance, reliability, and noise reduction compared to rotary lobe technology

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HPS EnduraCoilTM Cast Resin Medium Voltage Transformer

HPS EnduraCoilTM Cast Resin Medium Voltage Transformer

HPS EnduraCoil is a high-performance cast resin transformer designed for many demanding and diverse applications while minimizing both installation and maintenance costs. Coils are formed with mineral-filled epoxy, reinforced with fiberglass and cast to provide complete void-free resin impregnation throughout the entire insulation system. HPS EnduraCoil complies with the new NRCan 2019 and DOE 2016 efficiency regulations and is approved by both UL and CSA standards. It is also seismic qualified per IBC 2012/ASCE 7-10/CBC 2013. Cast resin transformers are self-extinguishing in the unlikely event of fire, environmentally friendly and offer greater resistance to short circuits. HPS also offers wide range of accessories for transformer protection and monitoring requirements.

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US Battery

US Battery

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