Electrek

APRIL 8, 2024

A total solar eclipse will bring complete darkness to 12 US states today – watch live to see its effect on solar power and the grid across all 50 US states.

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Electrek

JANUARY 20, 2023

A team at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed a utility-scale solar and storage project that can provide power to both AC and DC high-voltage lines, and thus shore up grid stability – here’s how it works.

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Electrek

JULY 17, 2023

The Portuguese company Faro Electric Boats has just pulled the cover off of the new Faro PowerDock. The off-grid electric dock and boat lift is powered by a solar array, offering recharging opportunities even when shore power isn’t an option.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 8, 2024

Photo by Drew Rae on Pexels.com A total solar eclipse will bring complete darkness to 12 US states today – watch live to see its effect on solar power and the grid across all 50 US states. hours, and even areas far outside the path of totality will experience some level of reduced solar output.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The silver bullet is going off-grid. With its largest battery bank and solar system so far, the Airstream Trade Wind is built for off-grid adventures. more… The post Airstream Trade Wind packs more battery and solar power than ever for off-grid travels appeared first on Electrek.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 10, 2024

Solar is forecast to displace natural gas in the middle of the day and in the summer on the Texas grid, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Texas’s electricity mix of energy sources managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) electricity grid operator changed noticeably in 2023.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 13, 2024

Photo: BEAM Global The British military has placed a $1 million order for San Diego-based Beam Global’s (Nasdaq: BEEM) off-grid solar EV chargers. It’s the first big order for Beam Global’s Europe factory, but it’s already sold “hundreds” of US-manufactured off-grid solar EV chargers to the US military.

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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.

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Baua Electric

MAY 8, 2024

Photo: Enteligent California-based Enteligent is accepting pre-orders for what it claims is the world’s first DC-to-DC solar-powered EV charger. The solar EV charging tech company launched its product in February 2023 at Intersolar North America in Long Beach, California, and now it’s ready to take pre-orders.

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Electrek

JULY 13, 2023

Texas solar and wind are going to double by 2035, but if the state’s grid isn’t upgraded, then all that power is going to go to waste, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Campbell, California-based solar-powered EV charger company Paired Power has just debuted a modular, off-grid electric vehicle charger that is powered by a solar canopy. The post This modular off-grid solar EV charger can be installed in just four hours appeared first on Electrek.

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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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Innovation News Network

MARCH 6, 2023

The global operational expenditure report has revealed that renewable energy sources added 66 GW to the global power grid in 2022. The post Renewable energy sources provide 66 GW boost to global power grid in 2022 appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Electrek

MARCH 7, 2024

Bowlus revealed its most rugged travel trailer yet, the off-grid Rivet. The Bowlus Rivet features a “yacht-quality” battery and solar power system that allows “indefinite time off-grid in all conditions.” Oh, and did I mention it can park itself?

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Photo: Paired Power Meet PairTree – a solar-powered canopy that charges EVs off-grid – that’s made by US-based solar charging infrastructure manufacturer Paired Power. What sets it apart is its use of bifacial solar panels. kW solar array. Know anyone who has one? Get started here. –ad*

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Puerto Rico is getting its first off-grid, 100% solar-powered EV chargers as the rising number of natural disasters pose a threat to the territory’s vulnerable grid. The post First off-grid solar-powered EV charger deployed in Puerto Rico in wake of rising natural disasters appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

MAY 6, 2024

WattEV has just opened the first electric truck charging depot in the US to use the new Megawatt Charge System, capable of delivering up to 1.2 megawatts of power, currently the highest-speed charger available in the US, along with solar and battery backup on-site and a unique partially grid-islanded setup.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 10, 2024

billion by 2027 to strengthen the electricity grid and accelerate the clean energy transition. Integrating more renewable energy sources like solar and wind requires a secure and flexible grid infrastructure. to expand the electricity grid appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. Get started here. –ad*

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Baua Electric

MARCH 7, 2024

Bowlus revealed its most rugged travel trailer yet, the off-grid Rivet. The Bowlus Rivet features a “yacht-quality” battery and solar power system that allows “indefinite time off-grid in all conditions.” In 2016, Bowlus launched the first lithium-powered RV, complete with a 4kWh lithium-ion power system.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Today we are taking look at some solid price drops on the EcoFlow portable power stations. EcoFlow’s power gear is highlighted by X-Stream fast charging, USB-C connectivity, and the ability to charge between 10 and as many as 13 devices at once while staying completely off-grid.

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The Driven EV News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Good progress is being made on DC charging networks in more remote Australia, away from the main grids and powered mostly with solar and batteries. The post Off-grid EV fast charging stations start to take shape in outback Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Teslarati

APRIL 10, 2023

California is instituting a new pay structure for residential solar systems, which could dramatically damage demand for Tesla Solar products, but it isn’t all bad news. Luckily, Tesla Energy may come out unscathed thanks to a new incentive program for energy storage products.

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Electrek

MARCH 26, 2024

Between my electric bikes, e-motorcycles, e-ATVs, electric tractors, and a few other things I’m probably forgetting, having a weather-sealed, solar-powered off-grid charging shed would be a big benefit. That seemed like a great idea to put to use for all of my electric “toys”.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Tesla nickel supplier BHP announced that construction on one of the world’s largest off-grid mining solar and battery energy storage systems has started. TransAlta, a clean energy provider in Canada, the United States, and Australia, will help power BHP’s Nickel West assets, specifically its Mt. MW solar farm at Mt.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 26, 2024

Between my electric bikes, e-motorcycles, e-ATVs, electric tractors, and a few other things I’m probably forgetting, having a weather-sealed, solar-powered off-grid charging shed would be a big benefit. There are many ways to skin a cat, and even more ways to add solar power to a shipping container.

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CleanTechnica EVs

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

It was just in May 2021 that I had the privilege to interview Beam Global’s CEO, Desmond Wheatley, about a then-recent order from the state of California for 52 off-grid solar-power EV chargers. kilowatt solar array and up to 44kWh of battery storage. Typically news about […].

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Photo: China News Service Renewable energy costs in Asia last year were 13% cheaper than coal and are expected to be 32% cheaper by 2030, according to a new study. China leads the pack with a 40-70% cost reduction in utility-scale solar, onshore wind, and offshore wind compared to other Asia Pacific markets.

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Teslarati

AUGUST 23, 2023

A recent press release from the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has revealed that Tesla will be providing Virtual Power Plant (VPP) services to the state’s grid. The participants of the program have agreed to sell their surplus power in the ERCOT market, and will be compensated for doing so.

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Electrek

AUGUST 13, 2021

Whether you’re planning on building an off-grid home or just want to power your campsite without running the generator, a solar panel is the great way to handle just that. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 20, 2024

We’ve got another daily roundup of solar energy, energy storage, and electric vehicle news to share. continued] The post Record-Breaking Energy News, World’s Biggest Electric Road Trip — CleanTechnica Roundup appeared first on CleanTechnica. In the realm of electric cars, it appears like.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The Pennsylvania Turnpike is attempting to power its EV charging stations with solar power facilities along the highway. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazzette , the Turnpike is currently building out three solar power generation facilities along the highway; Jeanette, New Stanton, and Harrison City.

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Teslarati

JUNE 19, 2024

Unity Housing, one of South Australia’s largest community housing providers, has announced a partnership with Tesla that offers tenants access to the electric vehicle maker’s large-scale South Australia Virtual Power Plant (SAVPP). Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Electrek

APRIL 12, 2023

The new 2024 Living Vehicle HD is the perfect solution for those looking to explore the outer limits of what nature has to offer. more… The post Check out this 100% electric travel trailer that packs more solar power than most homes appeared first on Electrek.

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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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Baua Electric

MAY 13, 2024

Photo by PhotoMIX Company on Pexels.com US grid operators haven’t been practicing long-term transmission planning, but for the first time, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) just made it mandatory. FERC now requires proactive grid planning FERC oversees interstate electricity transmission.

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Electrek

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.

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CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Now we’ve got news of a major lithium mine in Australia using batteries as well as solar and wind energy in order to mine more cleanly and — importantly for the miners — […]. Australia is a top source of lithium for EV batteries. Much of the world’s lithium used for such purposes comes from there.

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