Apart from the battery, the key component of the stationary energy storage system is an adapted power electronics unit for charging and discharging the battery within two hours only. Hence, the stationary storage system can be applied as an interim storage system for peak load balancing. During times of weak loads, solar energy and wind … Continue reading KIT Controls Fluctuation of Renewable Energies by Using Modern Storage Systems
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Nigeria: Kaduna Signs MoU On 30 Megawatts Solar Energy Generation
The signing according to Yakowa was done under the Nigerian-German Energy partnership noting that the German company will be spending about 50 million Euros to construct the facility under a Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) scheme that will last 25 years. Governor Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa of Kaduna State has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) … Continue reading Nigeria: Kaduna Signs MoU On 30 Megawatts Solar Energy Generation
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American Clean Energy Announces Completion of 4.5 MW of Roof Mounted Solar Energy Facilities
American Clean Energy presently has a development pipeline of over 50MW in the Northeast consisting of utility, commercial and municipal installations. American Clean Energy powers up 4.5 MW of solar arrays for the Toms River Regional Schools located in Toms River, NJ. The solar electric PV systems are comprised of 16,000 solar panels located on … Continue reading American Clean Energy Announces Completion of 4.5 MW of Roof Mounted Solar Energy Facilities
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In Sicily the future of solar energy
Sicily is a sunny land. Therefore it was at Adrano, in the province of Catania, that Eurolios, the world’s first concentrating solar power plant was built. This occurred in 1981 and Adrano was chosen as Europe’s most insulated site. Since then solar photovoltaic energy has moved forward at an extremely fast pace, and again Sicily … Continue reading In Sicily the future of solar energy
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NREL Joins Global Alliance of Solar Research Institutes
The main focus of the Global Alliance of Solar Energy Research Institutes will be a researcher exchange program where each organization will send researchers to the other participant’s labs for collaborative research lasting anywhere from six months to two years. The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE)’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has joined the newly-formed … Continue reading NREL Joins Global Alliance of Solar Research Institutes
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Microwave ovens may help produce lower cost solar energy technology
Thin-film photovoltaic technologies offer a low cost, high volume approach to manufacturing solar cells. Engineers at Oregon State University have for the first time developed a way to use microwave heating in the synthesis of copper zinc tin sulfide, a promising solar cell compound that is less costly and toxic than some solar energy alternatives. … Continue reading Microwave ovens may help produce lower cost solar energy technology
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SunRenu Solar Implements A Dual Solar Technology Strategy With PV & Solar Thermal On Multifamily Properties In Arizona
Photovoltaic and solar thermal technologies form a complete model of sustainability in commercial real estate as well as increase tenant desirability. SunRenu Solar, a turn-key renewable energy developer and installer, announced today the completion of the second solar technology integrated on Bethany Biltmore Apartments located at 1350 E. Bethany Home Rd. in Phoenix, Arizona. This … Continue reading SunRenu Solar Implements A Dual Solar Technology Strategy With PV & Solar Thermal On Multifamily Properties In Arizona
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IFC and Norway’s Scatec Solar to Develop Solar Power in West and Central Africa
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and Scatec Solar, a Norwegian company specializing in photovoltaic solar systems, have signed an agreement to develop solar power projects that will supply renewable energy to address electricity needs in parts of West and Central Africa. IFC InfraVentures, the Global Infrastructure Project Development Fund, and Scatec Solar … Continue reading IFC and Norway’s Scatec Solar to Develop Solar Power in West and Central Africa
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Multi-Tenant Properties Can Now Benefit from Solar Energy Thanks to Virtual Net Metering
In the past installing solar photovoltaic systems on multi-tenant or multi-family properties in California was often too expensive and complicated due to individual metering laws. Today that is no longer the case thanks to a recent decision by the California Public Utilities Commission, (CPUC) approving Virtual Net Metering for all Multi-tenant properties in California. “This … Continue reading Multi-Tenant Properties Can Now Benefit from Solar Energy Thanks to Virtual Net Metering
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Novel technique to synthesize nanocrystals that harvest solar energy
ne reason that solar energy has not been widely adopted is because light absorbing materials are not durable. Materials that harvest solar radiation for energy often overheat or degrade over time; this reduces their viability to compete with other renewable energy sources like wind or hydroelectric generators. A new video protocol addresses these issues by … Continue reading Novel technique to synthesize nanocrystals that harvest solar energy
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National Workshop on Solar Water Heaters in India
As per 2011 census, 36% of our population is still not able to access electricity at their homes in rural areas. In urban areas also, the demand is much more than the supply. Oil is being imported to the extent of 80%. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy organized a half-day “National Workshop … Continue reading National Workshop on Solar Water Heaters in India
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Nautilus Solar starts commercial operation of 1.9 MW SCE project
Nautilus Solar Energy (“Nautilus Solar”), a leading independent solar power producer, has started commercial operation of its 1.9 MW roof mounted, solar photovoltaic project located in Chino, CA. Power generated from the project is being sold to Southern California Edison under a 20 year power purchase agreement. “We are pleased to bring on line another … Continue reading Nautilus Solar starts commercial operation of 1.9 MW SCE project
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New York Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Promote Solar Energy
Today, the U.S. solar energy industry employs 100,000 Americans at more than 5,600 companies, mostly small businesses, across the nation in all 50 states. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo today approved legislation allowing solar energy to continue its rapid growth in the state. The package of bills, all related to tax exemption of solar projects … Continue reading New York Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Promote Solar Energy
Continue readingStandard Solar to Launch “RE:NEW” Podcast Series Focused on Solar and Energy Efficiency
EVWIND “Savvy, connected consumers are using a multitude of social media tools to garner information, hence the success of our social media hub as an information channel. We are excited to launch the RE:NEW podcast series and to share informative content with the industry using this exciting tool,” said Scott Wiater, president, Standard Solar. … Continue reading Standard Solar to Launch “RE:NEW” Podcast Series Focused on Solar and Energy Efficiency
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Isofoton to Start Building Dominican Republic Solar Power Plant
EVWIND The project entails an investment of $US 150 million. Work will begin in September and will employ 500 employees during the construction phase. With this 50MW plant, ISOFOTON will generate 74.532,61MW/hour per year of clean energy, representing the estimated energy consumption needs of 58,411 families, while reducing CO2 emissions by 44,014.16 tons annually. ISOFOTON … Continue reading Isofoton to Start Building Dominican Republic Solar Power Plant
Continue readingAscent Solar Launches EnerPlex™ Solar Powered Charger
EVWIN Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. is a developer of thin-film photovoltaic modules using flexible substrate materials that can transform the way solar power generation integrates into everyday life. Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTI), a developer of state-of-the-art, flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules, announced today it has launched a charger for the Samsung® Galaxy S III® smart phone … Continue reading Ascent Solar Launches EnerPlex™ Solar Powered Charger
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Solar energy in Dominican Republic
EVWIND After starting to develop wind power, Dominican Republic undertakes the development of solar power. The Dominican Corporation of State Electrical Companies (CDEEE) has signed two contracts for purchase of solar photovoltaic. Based on the contracts, CDEE buy electricity from two photovoltaic plants with a total capacity of 116 megawatts. The photovoltaic solar energy … Continue reading Solar energy in Dominican Republic
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Masdar Institute’s Second Annual Summer Internship Program Concludes
A special ceremony on the occasion was attended by Dr Ken Volk, Head of Outreach, faculty members and officials of Masdar Institute. Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, an independent, research-driven graduate-level university focused on advanced energy and sustainable technologies, today announced it marked the successful conclusion of the second annual research-based summer internship program, … Continue reading Masdar Institute’s Second Annual Summer Internship Program Concludes
Continue readingMassachusetts Keeps Solar Power Shining
EVWIND Governor Deval Patrick signed into law the 2012 Energy Act. Among other provisions, this comprehensive energy bill raises the cap on an important solar program called “net metering.” Most solar electric installations are connected to the grid and feed excess power produced to other utility customers; net metering rules gives customers credit for … Continue reading Massachusetts Keeps Solar Power Shining
Continue readingREC awarded funding from Clean Energy Research Program (CERP) for innovative solar cell research
The largest European supplier of solar modules, Renewable Energy Corporation (REC), is one of five solar energy research teams selected to receive grants totaling USD 8.53 million under the Clean Energy Research Program (CERP). “REC is proud to receive this grant from the CERP for one of our new cell technology projects. This new technology … Continue reading REC awarded funding from Clean Energy Research Program (CERP) for innovative solar cell research
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