Sunrise brief: SolarEdge announces closure of its energy storage division
Also on the rise: LCOE not correct optimization parameter of PV plants, say researchers. The great grid transition in the age of data centers and EVs. And more.
How to fix our nation’s growing electricity supply problem
One solution is to aggregate distributed energy resources with energy management systems and energy storage, into virtual power plants, which are proving their worth as key players in increasing grid capacity and balancing the grid.
Sunrise brief: Solar industry solidifying its place in history
Also on the rise: U.S. House fails to move on restricting manufacturing tax credits. U.S. solar tracker and module manufacturer partner on solar solution . And more.
ES Solar and sonnen find success in Wattsmart VPP program in Utah
ES Solar says its objective is to retrofit 40% of all residential solar arrays in Utah with sonnen VPP batteries.
ABB launches smart panel for home energy management
In partnership with Lumin, the company released an electric panel with software for controlling solar, batteries, EV chargers, and more.
Sunrise brief: Opposition stymies solar – sometimes
Also on the rise: Solar and wind powered boat’s final voyage across the sea. Active Surfaces raises $5.6 million to develop ‘solar 2.0’. And more.
Renew Home launches with virtual power plant solution
Through the partnership of Google Nest Renew and OhmConnect, Renew Home, has a goal of expanding from 3 GW of electrical energy use to 50 GW by 2030.
Enphase Energy releases control software for home solar, battery systems
Enphase Energy, a California-based microinverter specialist, says its new power control system will give North American customers that use its energy systems more flexibility to build larger projects.
California’s electricity multi-crisis can be aided by virtual power plants
By operating distributed resources like solar, batteries and demand response devices in concert, California ratepayers could be paid $500 to $1,000 per year while improving resource adequacy.
Sunrise brief: Solar industry needs better data gathering and predictions
Also on the rise: Solar equipment distributor announces business close, inventory clearance. Solving the challenges of a growing EV industry. And more.
