Factorial achieves capacity retention milestone for its solid-state technology
The first startup to reach the 40 Amp-hour benchmark for a solid-state cell has now achieved a breakthrough capacity retention rate of 97.3% after 675 cycles.
Volt Energy to supply Microsoft with 250 MW of solar
The deal comes with plans to invest in community impact initiatives, and is the tech giant’s first known utility-scale solar power purchase agreement with minority-owned solar development firm.
North Carolina bill hides reduced utility oversight behind lots of new renewables
House Bill 951 would lead to a huge procurement of renewables, but is soured by the additions of gigawatt-scale natural gas capacity, reduced regulator authority, and potential multi-year rate hikes.
DOE and NREL seek consortium leaders in thin-film solar module advancement
The Department of Energy has released $20 million in funding to solicit participation in NREL-organized consortium of leaders in thin-film cadmium telluride module advancement.
Sonnen battery still running after 28,000 full charge cycles
The battery maker published test results indicating the longevity of its storage systems after extended use.
Philadelphia Solar plans to build 1 GW module plant in the U.S.
Site negotiations are underway for the facility, which would produce monocrystalline facial and bifacial modules for C&I and utility markets in the U.S. and abroad.
California breaks 1 GW energy storage milestone (and looks to a ‘future’ 1.21 GW moment)
Energy storage is making its presence known on California’s electricity grid as projected shortfalls widen and deepen in the coming years. (Dr. Emmett Brown just might be impressed.)
Solar module cooling techniques for the desert
Researchers tested solar panel cooling technologies and found that active techniques work better than passive ones under harsh climatic conditions.
Sunrise brief: Partners plan 6.7 MW community solar project in Maine
Also on the rise: More minerals and metals will need to be produced for the clean energy transition, new reports say; and S-5! launches a solar project app.
Senate passes bill to ban Xinjiang imports, State Department issues a warning to businesses
The bill would shift the burden of proof to importers and now heads to the House, which passed a similar measure last year. A State Department advisory warned businesses to exit supply chains with ties to the Chinese region.
