U.S. scientists build graphene-based solar cells than can charge supercapacitors
The solar cells combine multilayer graphene with silicon wafers, harvesting both solar and kinetic energy for continuous operation. Tests show the cells can autonomously power supercapacitors embedded in a temperature sensor.
California legislation sets new safety standards for battery storage
TWAICE says California’s Senate Bill 283 will shift developers’ focus from hardware redesign to proactive documentation and data-driven safety compliance.
Australia’s S-Rack installs 83 kW solar carport for Parramatta Council EVs
S-Rack says its solar carport for Parramatta City Council in New South Wales demonstrates how tailored racking design can support municipal energy generation and electric vehicle infrastructure.
US startup launches DC-powered solar water heater
California-based Apparent Inc. has unveiled a new water heater that can reportedly offset 100% of a home’s water heating cost. The system uses low-voltage DC electricity generated by conventional solar panels and a cloud based, machine learning platform that manages energy in real-time.
India’s Sunsure signs 19.36 MW wind–solar supply deal with DFPCL
Sunsure Energy says its hybrid power agreement with Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corp. Ltd marks a step toward industrial decarbonisation through round-the-clock renewable supply.
Aira unveils battery storage system and inverter range
Swedish heat pump maker Aira unveils new battery energy storage system and inverter range for the residential market. Aira Power Hub inverters and Aira Power Store batteries are marketed as part of a whole home energy management system, initially launching in the United Kingdom and Italy with a German rollout to follow.
Brazil opens consultation for 2026 battery storage capacity auction
Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy says it has opened public consultation for a 2026 battery storage auction to contract systems of at least 30 MW that can deliver four hours of power daily under 10-year agreements.
Waaree unveils 645 W back contact solar module with 23.88% efficiency
Waaree Energies has entered the back contact module business with a TOPCon dual-glass module. The new product is based on cells with G12R format.
Ghana starts working on nation’s largest solar project
Ghana has begun building the 200 MW Norbert Anku solar park, its largest renewable investment to date, with plans to expand the project to 1 GW by 2032.
Solinteg unveils hybrid inverter series for C&I applications
The Chinese manufacturer said the product line includes five models with outputs ranging from 25 kW to 50 kW, supporting charge and discharge currents of up to 150 A.
