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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.

RESEARCH, BUSINESS AND NETWORKING - THE NEW EES INNOVATION HUB SHOWCASES STORAGE INDUSTRY INNOVATIONS

The ees Innovation Hub Stage offers visitors a comprehensive presentation program, ranging from the use of artificial intelligence and self-learning software in battery research, to energy trading and the very topical issue of recycling.

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.

Case Study: Streamlining Solar Panel Replacement and Recycling in Bermuda

This case study explores how utility scale solar maintenance may require global access to replacement parts and recycling facilities, spanning three countries, utilizing both land and sea shipping, and ensuring compliance with all international regulations.

How New Leaf Energy Uses Anza’s Module Data to Improve Its Solar Development Design Process

New Leaf Energy faced hurdles in module selection and project optimization due to the lack of up-to-date pricing and production data. The team struggled to access reliable cost and availability information.

Common Misconceptions about Integrating a Battery with a Solar System

Panasonic developed the SmartBox to offer homeowners the ability to control their solar systems to run how best suits their needs. For example, with Smart Load Control homeowners can prioritize and schedule select appliances and their energy usage.

Boosting Wind and Solar Power Sustainability with Corrosion Prevention

With corrosion as a key enemy of wind and solar longevity, Cortec® reminds manufacturers not only of the importance of proper materials selection during the design phase, but also of the benefits of a few simple corrosion preventative steps during shipping and maintenance.

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SMA America Expands Sunny Boy Smart Energy Portfolio with Higher Power Class Options

New SBSE 9.6 kW and SBSE 11.5 kW models provide greater flexibility, enhanced backup capabilities and increased residential energy independence.

We Recycle Solar and Renewables.org Announce New Solar Panel Donation Program for Earth Month 2025

This new program helps solar asset owners, developers, independent power producers (IPPs), and manufacturers reduce disposal costs while supporting sustainable energy solutions that benefit global communities.

Thin-Film Solar PV: Powering Satellites with Low Sun Exposure

As technological advancements continue to emerge, a particularly innovative variant of solar technology, thin-film photovoltaic (PV) cells, is gaining attention for its use in applications that extend beyond the reach of our planet.

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Nexamp Closes $340 Million of Institutional Debt Facilities with PGIM Private Capital

Portfolio represents 150 Megawatts of generation and 37 Megawatt-hours of storage across 39 solar farms in 7 states

RS convenes industry leaders to unlock renewable energy opportunities

The roundtable event, Powering Possibilities, addressed key challenges and opportunities in renewable energy, setting the course for a sustainable energy future.

Diving into the European PV Market at Intersolar Europe 2025 - Joint Forces for Solar Hosts 15th Edition of PV Briefing and Networking Forum in Munich

Returning for the fifteenth time, Joint Forces for Solar will be hosting its "PV Briefing and Networking Forum Europe" in the Intersolar Forum framework on May 8, 2025 at 01:00 PM.

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MORNINGSTAR - GenStar MPPT
MORNINGSTAR - GenStar MPPT

MORNINGSTAR - GenStar MPPT

GenStar MPPT is the industry's first fully integrated solar DC charging system, an all-new design with "lithium DNA" from the leader in charge controllers. Out of the box, GenStar is an overachiever-delivering legendary Morningstar quality, efficiency, power and reliability along with the latest in advanced communications and control technologies. All the most installer-requested features are on-board; additional features can be easily added via Morningstar's ReadyBlock expansion technology, with snap-in blocks that provide battery metering and monitoring, signaling and load control, and lithium battery communications/control

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Hammond Power Solutions

HPS is one of the largest manufacturer of dry-type transformers in North America. We engineer and manufacture a wide range of standard and custom transformers that are exported globally in electrical equipment and systems. We support solid industries such as oil and gas, mining, steel, waste and water treatment, commercial construction, data centers and wind power generation. HPS leads the industry in these markets through its technical design strength, breadth of product, and manufacturing capabilities, making HPS a stronger company both fundamentally and financially.