Batteries

The NC Clean Energy Technology Center covers the latest trends in US solar policy.

Pioneer Power Solutions has announced a new lithium battery trailer for electric-vehicle charging and disaster recovery.

S-5! has introduced a module-level power electronics (MLPE) mount for solar developers, installers, end users, and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors who are looking for an MLPE mounting device for solar module frames, without attaching to rails.

A new 875 MW solar project in California features nearly 2 million solar panels and offers more than 3 GWh of energy storage.

The DeGrussa solar and battery hub in remote Western Australia – the largest integrated off-grid solar and battery storage facility in Australia when it was deployed – has reached end of life, says asset owner Neoen.

Israel’s Electricity Authority says it has reached a decision on tariffs, as current rates do not ensure the viability of large rooftop PV projects. It has also raised the tariff for stored electricity sold at peak times.

Israeli developer Shikun & Binui Energy says it will operate a 130 MW solar project next to a highway in Israel for a period of 25 years. It will also include up to 240 MWh of storage.

The Zhongguancun Energy Storage Industry and Technology Alliance (CNESA) says China installed 21.5 GW/46.6 GWh of stationary storage capacity in 2023.

A large grid-scale energy storage project in Hawaii, featuring Tesla Megapacks, could potentially minimize the curtailment of renewables output.

US investment firm BlackRock says it has increased its ownership interest in Israel’s SolarEdge.