Shell looking to sell Sonnen
Shell, which acquired Sonnen four years ago, is now actively seeking a majority shareholder for the Germany storage system specialist.
PV-powered heat pumps with thermal, electrical storage
Italian researchers have looked at the potential of thermal and electrical energy storage to improve self-consumption rates in buildings when coupled with PV-powered heat pumps. They have concluded that such an approach could yield self-consumption rates of more than 80%.
Coremax unveils 100Ah lithium iron phosphate for rooftop PV
The Chinese manufacturer said its new storage system is intended for use in residential and small commercial PV systems. It features a storage capacity of 30 kWh and a nominal voltage of 51.2 V.
Anda-Olsen unveils lithium iron phosphate batteries
Anda-Olsen launched new LiFePo4 batteries that come with a built-in heating elements that reportedly makes them safe to use even in freezing temperatures. The manufacturer offers the new product in two versions with a nominal capacity of 100 Ah and 200 Ah, respectively.
Australia’s lithium deposits extend across eastern states, say researchers
New research from the University of Sydney on the concentration and distribution of lithium in Australian soil has identified elevated levels in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
Redway Power launches lithium iron phosphate battery for residential use
China’s Redway Power has developed a new lithium iron phosphate battery system with a nominal voltage of 12.8 V and a nominal capacity of 200 Ah.
Leasing vs. buying a heat pump: Survey shows homeowners may prefer leasing
Swiss researchers conducted a survey among 1,582 single-family house owners located in Switzerland, Germany, and France to know more about their preference for leasing or buying a heat pump. They found that lease payments and lease contracts are crucial factors in decision-making, and that homeowners tend to prefer all-inclusive leasing products with lower monthly payments.
Australia launches 600 MW/2.4 GWh tender
A tender for 600 MW/2.4 GWh of energy storage in Victoria and South Australia has been announced as part of Australia’s new national Capacity Investment Scheme, a project underwriting program coordinated by the federal government.
Challenges of integrating heat pumps into existing multifamily houses
New research from Germany shows that most of the heat pumps deployed in existing multifamily buildings may have to operate close to their water temperature operating limit (WTOL), thus being unable to provide elevated temperatures above 60 C. The researchers warned, however, that proper installation proceedings and new types of heat pumps may help solve this issue.
Australian coal plant tests iron flow batteries
Energy Storage Industries is delivering 1 MW/10 MWh of flow battery storage to the Stanwell Power Station in the Australian state of Queensland. The flow batteries are part of a new government-run clean energy testing “hub,” featuring hydrogen and additional workforce training programs.
