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Altairnano to provide 2MW Li-ion storage system for solar project in Puerto Rico

Green Car Congress

will provide a 2MW ALTI-ESS Advantage advanced energy storage system to provide ramp-rate control for smoothing the power fluctuations associated with photovoltaic applications in addition to frequency regulation for the San Fermin 26 MW photovoltaic solar farm in Loiza, Puerto Rico. Altair Nanotechnologies Inc.

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Why the Next Microgrids Will Be Well Connected

Cars That Think

In September 2017 , Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. The winds had barely died down when electric-power specialists and others began calling for a radical overhaul of Puerto Rico’s electricity networks, one that would emphasize renewable energy, distributed generation, and, critically, microgrids.

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

Blink Charging

National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program The NEVI program makes funding available to all 50 states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico for EV charging projects along AFCs. The funding can also be used for renewable energy generation, energy storage facilities, and upgrades to existing infrastructure.

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The Top 20 NREL Stories Of 2022

CleanTechnica EVs

Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) worked together with collaborators and partners to advance renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Throughout 2022, researchers, staff, and leadership at the U.S.

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Three Major Sources of Funding for EV Charging at Convenience Stores and Truck Stops

Blink Charging

National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program Each of the 50 states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico was allocated funds to distribute to eligible businesses. Renewable energy generation, energy storage, and upgrades of existing infrastructure also qualify for funding.

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