Texas installs another big solar + battery storage project
Electrek
MARCH 22, 2024
Power-hungry Texas needs solar and battery storage to help meet demand and balance the grid, so its largest utility-scale storage operator is delivering.
DHL installing TRAILAR solar technology on 67 trucks in US
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
DHL Express is installing solar panel units on trucks within its US pickup and delivery fleet, reducing fuel consumption in markets throughout the country. The solar system generates electricity from sunlight, and will be used to charge the battery, power lift gates and other ancillary equipment.
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DTE Energy partners with Ford on new rooftop solar installation and battery storage
Green Car Congress
MAY 6, 2021
DTE Energy has commissioned a new solar array at the Ford Research & Engineering Center in Dearborn, Michigan. The array includes an integrated battery storage system and will be used to power newly installed electric vehicle (EV) chargers. million solar panels. DTE is Michigan’s largest producer of renewable energy.
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Texas installs another big solar + battery storage project
Baua Electric
MARCH 22, 2024
Photo: Enel North America Power-hungry Texas needs solar and battery storage to help meet demand and balance the grid, so its largest utility-scale storage operator is delivering. Enel North America has started constructing the Ables Springs Solar + Storage Project in Kaufman County, near Dallas.
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CEC awards LADOT $6M to install solar and storage microgrid and EV charging to power 100+ electric buses
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 6, 2021
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) has been awarded a $6-million grant by the California Energy Commission to install one of the largest electric vehicle (EV) fleet charging systems in the United States that will be powered by a solar and storage microgrid. MW of rooftop and bus solar canopy paired with a 4.5
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In a milestone, the US exceeds 5 million solar installations
Baua Electric
MAY 15, 2024
Photo by RAZE Solar on Unsplash The US has now officially surpassed 5 million solar installations, a significant landmark in its shift toward clean energy, according to data released by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie. The US solar market was valued at $51 billion in 2023.
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Tesla Energy completes over 500K solar panel and Solar Roof installations
Teslarati
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Tesla has confirmed that its energy division has completed more than 500,000 solar panel and Solar Roof installations, which was equal to about 4 GW of clean energy. The update bodes well for Tesla’s solar installations, as it suggests that Tesla Energy is growing, albeit at a deliberate pace.
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Aussie start-up unveils battery electric luxury motorboat, with on-board solar
The Driven EV News
MARCH 11, 2024
An Australian company has unveiled a new battery electric luxury motorboat, with on-board solar, and plans to install a charging network in the country's marinas. The post Aussie start-up unveils battery electric luxury motorboat, with on-board solar appeared first on The Driven.
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These 10 U.S. states have the most battery storage capacity installed
Teslarati
JANUARY 9, 2024
Installation of large-scale energy storage systems is expected to continue increasing in the U.S. energy storage system deployment is expected to nearly double in 2024, with battery capacity forecasted to grow by 89 percent. GW (7,302 MW) of battery capacity installed. As of November 2023, two U.S.
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Tesla looks to grow its certified Solar Roof installation partners
Teslarati
JANUARY 31, 2023
Back in December, Tesla confirmed that its energy business had completed over half a million installations of solar panels and Solar Roof systems. To help ramp its Solar Roof installations, Tesla needs people to install them. The Tesla Solar Roof is the company’s flagship residential solar product.
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Japan team evaluates battery-assisted low-cost hydrogen production from solar energy
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
Researchers from Japan’s NIMS (National Institute for Materials Science), the University of Tokyo and Hiroshima University have jointly conducted a techno-economic analysis for hydrogen production from photovoltaic power generation (PV) utilizing a battery-assisted electrolyzer. This approximately converts to US$1.92 to US$3.00/kg
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Jeep partnering with Electrify America to install chargers at select trailheads
Green Car Congress
MARCH 27, 2021
Jeep-branded EV charging stations will be installed at or near the trailheads of Jeep Badge of Honor off-road trails over the next year, allowing owners to take full-advantage of their electrified Jeep SUV. Jeep 4xe Charging Stations will be either directly connected to the power grid or use solar power to generate electricity.
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Tesla Gigafactory Nevada’s solar panel installation is expanding further
Teslarati
AUGUST 31, 2021
As could be seen in a drone flyover of the site, a new batch of solar panels was recently installed in the expansive battery factory’s roof, allowing the company to inch closer to its goal of making Giga Nevada a fully sustainable facility. . “Gigafactory Nevada was designed to be covered with solar panels.
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Toyota introduces home storage battery system based on EV battery technology
Green Car Congress
JUNE 3, 2022
Toyota Motor is introducing the O-Uchi Kyuden System, a home storage battery system based on its electrified vehicle battery technology. The O-Uchi Kyuden System uses electrified vehicle battery technology such as Toyota’s battery control to provide a rated capacity of 8.7 O-Uchi Kyuden System and sample installation.
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Monash study on solar-driven electrolysis for green hydrogen production cautions on life-cycle emissions and EROI
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 23, 2021
Researchers at Monash University in Australia have conducted a lifecycle analysis and net energy analysis (LCA/NEA) of a hypothetical large-scale solar-electrolysis plant for the production of green hydrogen. The open-access paper on the study is published in the RSC journal Energy & Environmental Science. Palmer et al. —Palmer et al.
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Tesla Gigafactory Texas’ solar panel installation sees quick progress
Teslarati
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Just days since reports emerged that the first solar panels in Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas facility were being set up, the number of solar panels that have already been installed at the roof of the massive electric vehicle production facility has grown significantly. . Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.
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Electrify America acquiring 30 Envision solar-powered EV charging stations for rural California
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Electrify America is investing $2 million in solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in rural California that are not tied to the electrical grid. Electrify America is sourcing the chargers from Envision Solar, a San Diego-based sustainable technology company. Each standalone station is equipped with a 4.28-kilowatt
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Santa Clara VTA partners with Proterra and Scale Microgrid Solutions to charge 34 electric buses with solar-powered microgrid
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 28, 2022
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) will install an innovative clean energy microgrid and EV fleet charging system with Proterra and Scale Microgrid Solutions to help power the agency’s transition to a 100% zero-emission bus fleet, following a grant that was awarded for the project by the California Energy Commission this week.
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Tesla solar roof at Giga Texas to be world’s largest when complete
Teslarati
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
Tesla has been gradually deploying a massive set of solar panels on the roof of its Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, set to be the world’s largest upon completion, according to one person from the company. When it’s complete, Grant says, the system will be the world’s largest solar rooftop installation, with roughly 30 megawatts of power. “We
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Na-ion battery developer Faradion collaborating with battery manufacturer AMTE Power
Green Car Congress
MARCH 18, 2021
UK-based battery manufacturer AMTE Power and Faradion Ltd. , a leader in non-aqueous sodium-ion battery technolog ( earlier post ), announced a collaboration which combines Faradion’s IP with AMTE Power’s design and manufacturing capabilities. These trends will drive a significant increase in the use of battery storage.
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NEDO, Sharp, and Toyota to begin public road trials of electrified vehicles equipped with high-efficiency solar batteries
Green Car Congress
JULY 5, 2019
Japan’s NEDO, Sharp Corporation, and Toyota Motor Corporation plan to begin public road trials of electrified vehicles equipped with high-efficiency solar batteries from late July 2019. Toyota installed this panel on the roof, hood, rear hatch door, and other parts of its Prius PHV and produced a demo car for public road trials.
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This startup is about to install bladeless rooftop wind turbines on box buildings
Baua Electric
MAY 24, 2024
Aeromine says its systems typically consist of 20-40 units installed on the edge of a building facing the predominant wind direction. Aeromine’s units can operate independently or be integrated with existing rooftop solar arrays. Each 1,000-pound unit can withstand winds of between 120 and 158 mph depending on specification.
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The world’s northernmost solar farm is about to come online
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Norway has installed the world’s northernmost solar farm and battery storage in the Svalbard archipelago, just south of the North Pole. more… The post The world’s northernmost solar farm is about to come online appeared first on Electrek.
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This new Texas power company’s electricity comes with a home battery
Electrek
MAY 9, 2024
Base Power just became the only licensed electricity provider in Texas to offer customers an all-in-one monthly energy service, home battery, and installation, and solar isn’t required.
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Tesla corrects study stating it only installed 3k Solar Roof systems in the US
Teslarati
MARCH 30, 2023
Tesla corrected a study that stated it only installed 3,000 Solar Roof + Powerwall systems in the United States. Wood Mackenzie, a portfolio company of Veritas Capital, published an analysis that estimated Tesla installed 3,000 Solar Roofs in the United States with a total capacity of 30 MW.
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Ford and Sunrun partnering to advance home energy management using F-150 Lightning
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Ford is partnering with solar company Sunrun to enhance home energy management, leveraging the onboard battery capability of the all-electric F-150 Lightning. Sunrun will also offer home solar options to customers in select areas who are interested in leveraging more renewable energy.
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BLUETTI’s Solar+: Your one-stop solution for solar – with a free battery!
Baua Electric
JANUARY 26, 2024
If you’re looking to save money by transitioning to solar energy and ensure your home is prepared for grid outages and extreme weather, BLUETTI has you covered. BLUETTI, one of the most trusted names in energy storage solutions, has announced the exciting launch of the BLUETTI Solar+ Program for Texas homeowners. It’s a win-win.
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Tesla Powerwall is quietly dominating the US residential battery storage market
Teslarati
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The US residential solar landscape is changing, with batteries steadily becoming essential companions for solar installations. As noted by Wood Mackenzie in a recent post, 11% of US homes with solar installations now include a battery storage system. in 2023 through the third quarter.
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SunPower ceases residential installations, lays off 1,000
Baua Electric
APRIL 24, 2024
SunPower (Nasdaq: SPWR) just sent an email to its employees saying that it will “wind down” residential solar installations and lay off 1,000 employees. SunPower is one of the largest residential solar installers in the US. We are also reducing our workforce to better align our business with our new focus.
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BMW Group investing €800M in Plant San Luis Potosí in Mexico for NEUE KLASSE and battery assembly
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 5, 2023
The BMW Group is investing €800 million in Plant San Luis Potosí in Mexico for integration of fully-electric models of NEUE KLASSE and construction of local high-voltage battery assembly. More than 500 additional employees will work there, producing next-generation batteries for fully-electric vehicles. Earlier post.)
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Volvo Buses in project researching use of second-life electric bus batteries to store solar energy
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 10, 2018
Volvo Buses is participating in a research project in which used electric bus batteries are used as solar energy storage units. Batteries from electric bus route 55 in Gothenburg, Sweden are being used for solar energy storage in a second-life application. What we are examining here is exactly how good that potential is.
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Tesla to install first 350kW V4 Supercharger with solar and Megapack in Arizona
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Twitter sleuths unearth Tesla plans to build first V4 Supercharger station in Yuma County, Arizona, powered by solar and a Megapack battery. The post Tesla to install first 350kW V4 Supercharger with solar and Megapack in Arizona appeared first on The Driven.
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An off-grid solar tracker powers this EV charging station
Baua Electric
MAY 16, 2024
Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, has installed an off-grid solar tracker EV charging station for its employees. Solaflect Energy , based in Norwich, Vermont, designs and manufactures the Solar EV Charger. Solaflect Energy , based in Norwich, Vermont, designs and manufactures the Solar EV Charger.
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German operator SFK takes delivery of all-electric ferry outfitted with EST-Floattech’s Green Orca battery system
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 4, 2022
Dutch marine battery system supplier EST-Floattech has delivered 1092 kWh of battery capacity for new, all-electric ferry Wellingdorf in a contract with system integrator Holland Ship Electric. Due to the split battery system, the vessel has redundancies and has no back-up power provided by a diesel engine.
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Teijin and Applied EV develop polycarbonate solar roof for future mobility
Green Car Congress
MARCH 2, 2021
Teijin and its joint development partner Applied Electric Vehicles have developed a polycarbonate solar roof for future mobility applications. The new solar roof uses Teijin’s Panlite polycarbonate resin glazing for its surface. Solar roof. Blanc Robot with solar roof.
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The US’s largest solar + battery storage project just came online
Baua Electric
JANUARY 25, 2024
Photo: Mortensen The US’s largest solar + battery storage project, Edwards & Sanborn, has come online in Kern County, California. It comprises 875 megawatts (MW) of solar and 3,320 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy storage. The project sits on both private land and land belonging to Edwards Air Force Base. Get started here. –
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The role of battery storage in home solar EV charging | EVBox
EV Box
JANUARY 16, 2024
It’s easy to understand the appeal of solar power. Battery storage systems for solar EV charging ensure that none of the electricity generated by your solar panels during daylight hours is lost or wasted. Solar panel battery systems can cost anywhere from under $4,000USD to $20,000+, not including installation.
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Solar PV Production April 2024
EV Info
MAY 1, 2024
337 kWh Produced in April April 2024 – Spring starts to arrive again with a number of sunny days generating over 10 KWH with a few grey days giving virtually nothing in terms of solar production. Also new Solar Edge 10 KWH battery installed in garage doubling our storage bringing the 10 KWH to 20 KWH.
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Solar Power for Sheds and Electric Car Charging Solutions
Setec Powerr
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Solar energy is reshaping the way we power our homes, appliances, and vehicles. For shed owners, the leap to solar is not just an environmentally conscious decision, but a practical one. Let’s dive deep into the potential of using solar power for sheds and the benefits of integrated solar systems.
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Hyundai Home officially launching in 16 states; solar, energy storage and charging
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Hyundai has partnered with Electrum to develop a one-stop online marketplace to connect homeowners in select states to solar panels, energy storage systems, EV chargers and local installers. The marketplace will present customers with three installation bids per project, sourced from Electrum’s network of electricians.
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Texas goes big on solar + storage that can power 41,000+ homes
Baua Electric
MAY 6, 2024
Photo: Cypress Creek Renewables A 208-megawatt (MW) solar farm with 80 megawatt hours (MWh) of storage has come online west of San Antonio, Texas. Solar + storage developers Cypress Creek Renewables brought Zier Solar + Storage online in Brackettville, Texas, on May 2, 2024. Texas is No 1 in the US for solar capacity.
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Tesla Powerwall installations available in Thailand starting at 699,000 baht
Teslarati
APRIL 13, 2023
Tesla partnered with Solar d in Thailand to bring the country the Powerwall, a home battery storage unit. According to Solar d’s order page , customers the Tesla Powerwall comes in a few different packages, including a Solar Package with solar panel installation.
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Solar PV Production march 2024
EV Info
APRIL 3, 2024
242 kWh Produced March 2024 – Spring starts to arrive with a number of sunny days generating over 10 KWH with a few grey days giving virtually nothing in terms of solar production. Also new Solar Edge 10 KWH battery ordered – Once installed this will double our storage bringing the 10 KWH to 20 KWH.
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Tesla has installed the Powerwall 250,000 times
Teslarati
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
Tesla announced yesterday that it has installed 250,000 Powerwalls globally, a tremendous milestone for the sustainable energy company. Tesla Tweeted the update from its Solars social media page, with a video of what is presumably the 250,000th installation, but that has not been confirmed by Tesla. I’d love to hear from you!
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