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Enphase on how distributed energy assets could boost data centers
With data center loads looming and residential batteries evolving from providing backup to becoming grid assets, Krapels argues the industry must move from the old idea of “save with solar” to “get Enphase, get paid.
Anker Solix launches new E10 whole home backup system in U.S., offers ‘one-stop’ service to bypass installers
Hybrid solution combines battery, solar, and a new DC generator to power the energy system, as it goes direct to consumers. Plus, full pricing and availability.
Massachusetts awards 1.3 GW in landmark energy storage tender
The Commonwealth has selected four storage projects, including a redevelopment of a former oil terminal, as it marks its first major procurement towards a 5 GW storage mandate.
Trina Storage to deliver 1 GWh BESS; Samsung SDI lands $1.36B battery deal; BayWa r.e. secures funding for solar+storage
Two major supply deals and new financing for a solar-plus-storage project in San Diego County headline the latest US energy storage developments.
800 MWh battery project reaches financial close for BrightNight and Cordelio Power in Washington
Power company BrightNight and joint venture partner Cordelio Power have announced the financial close of its Greenwater Energy Storage Project, a 200 MW / 800 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) located in Pierce County, Washington, in the Pacific Northwest region.
U.S. battery fleet grows 59% with nearly 14 GW added in 12 months, says EIA
Data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) shows that battery energy storage and solar are dominating capacity additions, while fossil fuel capacity continues to net a decline. Another 22 GW of storage is projected for the coming year.
Canadian Solar consolidates U.S. manufacturing under parent, including solar and storage
By moving US manufacturing assets out from under its China-listed firm, while aiming to be a developer, a module manufacturer, and a battery producer, without the China-owned scrutiny.
‘New York model’ for safety: Strict fire codes to unlock Long Island battery storage
State officials and fire deparment representatives confirmed new fire standards for Long Island BESS projects are the new cost of business in getting storage into the urban grid.
Investors back battery expansion with new BrightNight and Plus Power deals
The deal for the new project in Arizona comes from a lending consortium, while Plus Power secures new funding to expand its New England footprint.
What insurers want battery developers to understand right now
There’s progress in battery energy storage system (BESS) risk maturity, but insurers are warning of supply chain problems, while OEMs are tightening their treatment of warranties.
