Enabling policies and better grid integration needed to boost renewables
This was the message coming out of the 23rd World Energy Congress being held in Istanbul, as renewable energy industry leaders lauded the achievements of the industry, but were quick to point out the hard work that was needed to continue the unprecedented growth of renewable energy.
World's largest mining company exploring solar plus storage potential
Anglo-Australian mining company BHP Billiton has decided to review its portfolio in the face of the Paris climate accord and falling renewable technology costs, including the testing of solar and storage units at its mining site in Australia.
SoLayTec finds buyers for ALD systems
The Durch firm has booked 22 ALD system orders since its inception in 2010.
Canada's Solar Ship to take flight in Africa
The Toronto-based company is launching a joint venture with Manaf Freighters that will use its unique airships to provide critical cargo, such as food, clothing, medical supplies and basic necessities, to remote areas.
NSP records impressive upturn in revenue
The Taiwanese PV manufacturer endured a tough start to 2016, but has enjoyed an impressive 64.71% month on month increase in revenues in September, which the company hopes will propel it further as it plots further exposure in new markets.
APS surpasses 1 GW of installed solar, joins Energy Imbalance Market
The capacity announcement follows shortly on the utilitys joining a regional wholesale market. APS portfolio is evenly split between rooftop and utility-scale PV.
The final solar project goes online under 400 MW CPS/OCI deal
ConEdison owns the 106 MW-AC Texas Solar 7 project, the final chapter in the deal that jump-started large-scale solar in Texas.
First solar connects 52.5 MW solar PV plant in Jordan
The Shams Ma’an Plant now meets 1% of Jordan’s total power generation capacity, and bolsters the nation’s embrace of solar power.
ABB unveils renewable-ready plug-and-play microgrid
Containerized product comprising power converter, battery storage and control system compatible with all sorts of solar applications and suitable for mature and emerging regions, says company.
Solar-powered buses headed to Brighton in the UK
Innovative local coach company The Big Lemon is partnering up with Brighton Energy Coop for the community-owned project, which will see a solar array installed with an energy storage unit at a depot where the buses can charge 100% emission-free.
