Despite abundant sunshine, Nigeria’s electricity grid struggles to meet demand, leaving millions in the dark. While solar power offers a solution, high interest rates and a lack of investor confidence hinder its development. The government faces a dilemma: raise electricity prices to attract investment or continue subsidies that burden the economy. This energy crisis impacts businesses, education, and even healthcare, highlighting the urgent need for a sustainable energy solution.
Pope Francis has announced plans to install solar panels on a Vatican-owned property near Rome, aiming to power the entire Vatican City with renewable energy. The initiative is part of his commitment to combating climate change, as outlined in his recent letter, ‘Brother Sun.’
Lightstar, in partnership with the City of Detroit, has launched an ambitious solar energy project called “Locally-Sited Utility-Scale Solar.” This initiative aims to integrate solar energy infrastructure with sustainable agricultural development in Detroit, creating a model for urban sustainability. The project will involve the installation of solar panels at two community-centered sites, generating approximately 10MW of power and providing opportunities for urban farming. Lightstar is committed to community engagement and will provide energy efficiency upgrades to qualifying homeowners in the project area. The project also includes a partnership with JIMA Studio to ensure inclusive and culturally sensitive development.
Solar power is set to reach a record high of 20% of global electricity generation for an hour on June 21st, with Spain leading the way in Europe. While global solar generation typically peaks in June due to longer summer days in the northern hemisphere, Spain’s solar share is expected to reach 30% for the entire month.
Sigenergy, a leading energy innovator, will be showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of residential and commercial energy storage solutions at Intersolar 2024. This includes the SigenStor solution, launched last year, which offers a 5-in-1 energy storage system integrating solar energy, storage, and electric vehicle charging. For commercial applications, Sigenergy introduces SigenStack, a modular energy storage system for large-scale projects.
Zendure, a rapidly growing EnergyTech company, has launched two innovative products at Intersolar DE 2024, the SolarFlow Hyper and SolarFlow Ace. SolarFlow Hyper is a Plug & Play AC Coupling Energy Storage Solution, ideal for both balcony and rooftop solar systems. ZenLink, a local communication technology, allows multiple SolarFlow Hyper units to connect and synchronize within a household microgrid. SolarFlow Ace is a portable energy solution designed for on-grid and off-grid scenarios, offering reliable backup power. Zendure has also partnered with Shelly to create the ZEN+ Home Energy Hub, enabling seamless integration with smart home devices.
EcoFlow, a leading provider of portable power solutions, announced its EcoFlow Home Energy Ecosystem at Intersolar. This comprehensive system includes the new PowerOcean Plus, a 29.9kW hybrid inverter, as well as other products like PowerHeat, PowerGlow, and PowerPulse, enabling users to customize their home energy solutions. The ecosystem also integrates with Tibber’s dynamic tariffs, maximizing savings for users.
Everlight Solar, a leading solar company in the Midwest, has been recognized for its exceptional leadership by Comparably for the third year in a row. The award highlights the company’s commitment to employee growth, open communication, and creating a supportive work environment. This marks the 16th recognition from Comparably for Everlight Solar in just two years.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has expressed concerns over the Pentagon’s $104 million plan to install solar panels on the Pentagon rooftop, citing potential national security risks. In a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Youngkin questioned the potential use of taxpayer funds to purchase solar equipment from China. He emphasized the need for solar panels to be manufactured domestically using American technology. Youngkin also raised environmental concerns, noting that Chinese solar panels have a higher carbon footprint than U.S. producers.
DMEGC Solar will showcase its new modules at Intersolar Europe 2024. The modules are expected to be significantly improved in terms of power, efficiency, reliability, and carbon footprint. DMEGC Solar is expected to enter the Top 10 in PV module shipments in the first quarter of 2024. The company’s new slogan is ‘Infinity Power, Infinity Future’ and it has launched its Infinity RT modules.
