Sunrise brief: Solar-friendly Maryland passes the Brighter Tomorrow Act
Also on the rise: Quino Energy ramps up production of its organic flow battery formulation. Sinovoltaics publishes energy storage manufacturer financial stability ranking. And more.
Shift to renewables to combat climate change and air pollution
The need to move away from fossil fuels is clear, but the path forward involves addressing both technological and economic challenges.
Solar-friendly Maryland passes the Brighter Tomorrow Act
Hailed as landmark legislation, SB 783 empowers municipalities to speed permitting, raises net metering cap, supports a payment in lieu of taxes program and more.
Sinovoltaics publishes energy storage manufacturer financial stability ranking
The report lists Tesla as number one, followed by South Korean’s LG Energy Solution, Taiwan-based Kung Long Battery, China’s Mustang Battery, along with U.S.-based Solid Power in the top five.
Sunrise brief: California did what?
Also on the rise: Longi announces 27.30% efficiency for heterojunction back contact solar cell. Heliene inks supply agreement with UGE for U.S.-made solar modules. And more.
Energy transition needs batteries… and more batteries
A recent IEA report says China holds all the cards in chemistry and production.
Sunrise brief: Solar to contribute over 60% of new U.S. electricity generation in 2024
Also on the rise: Sodium battery startup wins People’s Choice Award at Industry Growth Forum. Passive solar tracker wind stowing boosts energy production. And more.
Powin Pod energy storage platform introduced at Cleanpower 2024
The new multi-cell-based hardware platform complements the Centipede product line and is designed for utility-scale projects.
Sunrise brief: Solar cell prices continue to drop
Also on the rise: Hotter times will drive rooftop solar value. Compare over 20 energy storage solutions. And more.
Voltaic Systems unveils battery monitoring system for offgrid PV applications
The U.S.-based PV system provider for infrastructure and industrial equipment without grid access has launched a battery health monitoring software module for its flagship Core Solar Power Systems product line.
