Tesvolt, Samsung announce 5.26 MWh containerized battery system
Tesvolt and Samsung SDI have developed a 5.26 MWh containerized battery system for commercial and utility-scale applications in Europe. It supports multiple inverter brands and is designed for high levels of fire protection and cybersecurity.
Salzgitter seeking solar PPA, on-site storage to support green steel shift
A unit of steelmaker Salzgitter AG has launched tenders for a 150 MWp solar power purchase agreement (PPA) and on-site battery energy storage system (BESS) as part of efforts to decarbonize steel production.
Element Resources to build hydrogen plant with solar, storage in California
Element Resources plans to build North America’s largest hydrogen plant in California, using solar and battery storage to enable round-the-clock production.
RedEarth launches ‘microgrid-in-a-box’ with solar, battery, EV charger
Australian battery solutions provider RedEarth Energy Storage has announced an international partnership that will see it jointly develop an integrated hardware and energy management system combining solar, storage, and bidirectional electric vehicle charging capabilities in a single unit.
China launches world’s first grid-forming sodium-ion battery storage plant
The Baochi Storage Station in Yunnan integrates lithium and sodium-ion technologies at scale, a global first, aiming to stabilize renewable energy and cut costs as China accelerates its energy transition.
France’s Socomec launches battery monitoring software
France’s Socomec has introduced an AI-backed battery monitoring platform to improve maintenance for commercial energy storage systems.
South Africa’s BESIPPPP Window 3 ends with two big winners
South Africa has approved 616MW in new battery storage projects as part of its energy storage scheme, a $530 million investment boosting national grid capacity and championing local industry wins.
EU plans 2025 energy storage package
The European Commission says it will introduce an energy storage package in 2025, as outlined in a new report on progress by member states toward 2030 clean energy targets.
Colombia announces 19 measures to unblock renewable energy projects
Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has presented a package of inter-institutional actions to expedite environmental licensing, prior consultation, and connection of renewable energy projects, with the goal of incorporating more capacity into the national electricity system.
TotalEnergies, RGE to develop solar-plus-storage in Indonesia
TotalEnergies and RGE have signed a co-investment agreement to develop and operate a solar-plus-storage project in Indonesia. The utility-scale plant will be built and managed by Singa Renewables, their equally owned joint venture.
