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Japan team evaluates battery-assisted low-cost hydrogen production from solar energy

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The results from this study suggested a cost of hydrogen as low as ¥17 to ¥27/Nm 3 (US$0.16 - $0.25) using a combination of technologies and the achievement of ambitious individual cost targets for batteries, PV, and electrolyzers. For comparison, the US DOE’s 2020 target for the levelized cost of hydrogen (production only) is $2.30/kg.

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BNEF: wind and solar boost cost-competitiveness versus fossil fuels

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This year has brought a significant shift in the generating cost comparison between renewable energy and fossil fuels, according to detailed analysis by technology and region, published this week by Bloomberg New Energy Finance. —Seb Henbest, head of Europe, Middle East and Africa at BNEF.

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New long-duration, extended capacity Na-Al battery design for grid storage

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h is achieved with an estimated raw active materials cost of $7.02 These metrics show the great potential of this unlocked chloroaluminate battery for future low-cost, long-duration electrochemical energy storage. By significantly increasing the cathode thickness and therefore accessible areal capacity up to 131.7 —Weller et al.

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Profiteering Hampers U.S. Grid Expansion

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For instance, four proposed high-voltage lines totaling 600 kilometers along the seam of regional networks in the upper Midwest could connect at least 28 gigawatts of wind and solar. The cost of the project, estimated at US $1.9 Plus, adding interregional transmission for renewables can significantly reduce costs for consumers.

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California agencies release report charting path to 100% clean electricity; need to triple grid capacity by 2045

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By comparison over the last decade, the state has built on average 1 GW of utility solar and 300 megawatts (MW) of wind per year. Advancements in emerging technologies, increased demand flexibility and cost declines in existing technologies may decrease the total electricity resource requirements and implementation costs.

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7 Ways to Reduce EV Charging Costs

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If you’re unsure what options you have in your state, try a comparison site like ElectricityPlans where you may find a suitable alternative provider. This will undoubtedly cover the costs of any energy used, plus some extra. Solar Panels can cut charging costs in the long run. Install Solar Panels.

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Stanford faculty awarded $2.2M for 9 energy research projects; high-performance batteries, promoting sustainable vehicles, wireless power transfer for moving vehicles

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Ultrathin Light Absorbers for Solar Cells. One way to lower the cost of solar power is to dramatically reduce the thickness of light-absorbing layers in solar cells. The proposed concept could dramatically reduce solar cell manufacturing costs, according to the researchers.

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