SolarBank Corporation, an independent renewable energy developer, has secured plan approval and a special use permit for its 3.25 MW ground-mount solar power project located in a closed landfill in . The project, expected to be eligible for NY-Sun Program incentives, is anticipated to reach the notice to proceed stage in Q3 2024. Once completed, the project will operate as a community solar project, offering clean energy to local residents and businesses.
Everlight Solar, a leading solar energy provider in the Midwest, has been recognized as the top Solar Service Provider in Omaha for the 2024 Omaha’s Choice Awards. The company’s commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and customer satisfaction has earned them this prestigious accolade.
A groundbreaking 25 MW / 55 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) has commenced operations in Razlog Municipality, Bulgaria, marking the largest BESS project in the country. The project, a joint effort between Solarpro and , the leading energy EPC company in , is co-located with a 33 MWp solar PV plant and seamlessly integrates into the grid. Kehua’s advanced PCS and transformer solutions enable the system’s peak shaving, frequency modulation, and auxiliary grid connection capabilities.
Fracsun, a leading provider of solar soiling loss monitoring solutions, has launched a groundbreaking AI-powered soiling loss modeling tool called CLEO. This innovative tool uses ground-level measurements, weather data, and machine learning to provide accurate, localized simulations of annual soiling losses. By enabling developers to fine-tune production models and improve energy yield assumptions, CLEO empowers the solar sector to maximize returns on investment.
JA Solar, a leading global manufacturer of high-performance photovoltaic (PV) products, has been named the top PV manufacturer in the 2024 PV Module Index released by the Renewable Energy Test Center (RETC). This prestigious recognition marks the fifth consecutive year that JA Solar has topped the RETC’s annual ranking.
The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) has partnered with five Chicagoland counties, renewable energy advocates, and solar professionals to offer a program that can help homeowners install solar panels at a significant discount and reduce their electric bills. The Solar Switch program is a group-buy initiative, which leverages volume discounts to make solar installations more affordable for residents.
The global solar central inverters market is projected to experience significant growth from 2024 to 2028, driven by increasing investments in renewable energy and rising demand for clean energy technologies. Key factors contributing to this growth include the need for reliable and continuous power supply, the transition towards renewable energy sources to reduce carbon emissions, and the increasing adoption of solar power in various applications, particularly in utility-scale projects.
Sineng Electric, a global leader in PV+ESS solutions, has solidified its position as a top player in the solar industry by ranking No. 4 worldwide in PV inverter shipments for 2023. This achievement, recognized by S&P Global Commodity Insights, highlights Sineng’s commitment to excellence and its industry leadership. The company’s diverse product portfolio, encompassing PV inverters, energy storage inverters, and power quality products, caters to a wide range of customer needs.
LumenHaus, an innovative platform driving the energy transition through decentralized, community-based, and sustainable energy supply, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative in sustainability by introducing its all-in-one smart home energy solution at CinemaxX in Munich. The event attracted industry experts and media, including Eckhart Gouras, CEO of PV Magazine, Andreas Hauer, Vice President of the German Energy Storage Systems Association, Nils Kleefeld, influential figure in renewable energies and electromobility, and Roman Eckschlager, Founder and Entrepreneur at Directoa Holding GmbH.
Trinasolar, a leading solar energy company, has announced a long-term collaboration agreement with the Institute of Solar Energy at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (IES-UPM). This partnership will see the two entities collaborate on research in photovoltaic sciences and technologies, aiming to innovate in areas such as solar panel efficiency, solar tracker resilience, and solar energy management. The agreement also includes the establishment of a state-of-the-art training center at IES-UPM, equipped with the latest solar technologies.
