Firebrick thermal energy storage could reach 170 GW in the U.S. by 2050
Firebrick heat storage technology, not batteries, will be used to store energy for industrial process heat in a 100% renewable energy system, says a study out of Stanford University.
Sunrise brief: U.S. solar prices hover near all-time low
Also on the rise: A look at Tim Walz’ clean energy record as governor of Minnesota. Completing Western transmission lines would enable 73 GW of renewables and storage. And more.
Sunrise brief: China urges U.S. to reverse new tariffs on solar, batteries, EVs
Also on the rise: DYCM Power announces $800 million U.S. solar cell and module factory. Nearly half U.S. households will have solar by 2050. And more.
Residential solar forecast to reach 47% of U.S. households by 2050
New report says power prices will drive behind-the-meter installation growth.
Sunrise brief: RE+ 2024: Key takeaways on the U.S. solar industry
Also on the rise: Surging electricity demand puts pressure on utility planning. New refrigerant may improve coefficient of performance of air-source heat pumps by up to 21%. And more.
A-Frames, weather stations, batteries, and more – highlights from RE+ 2024, Day 1
RE+ 2024 in Anaheim kicked off with 45,000 registered attendees exploring more than 1,350 booths, showcasing an expanding solar industry, with batteries now stepping into the spotlight.
Sunrise brief: U.S. increases and extends clean energy import tariffs on China
Also on the rise: Demand for large capacity battery storage cells goes strong as prices continue to slide. Chinese solar module prices fall despite price hikes in upstream segment. And more.
Sunrise brief: 2.8 GWh collocated battery storage project lands U.S. government approval
Also on the rise: Jackery, Geneverse present new residential energy storage system. Silfab launches 640 W utility-scale solar panels. And more.
Jackery, Geneverse present new residential energy storage system
The two U.S.-based companies are showcasing their new home energy system with up to 123.2 kWh of storage at RE+ 2024 event in the United States. The new product has four MPPTs, with a max current of 16 A per string.
Sunrise brief: Software will complete first-stage clean energy interconnection studies in one day
Also on the rise: Canada considers surtax on solar products, batteries from China. Highlights from the floor at RE+. And more.
