North America’s bid to onshore rare earth supply
With electric vehicle (EV) adoption set to turbocharge demand for rare earth elements in Canada and in the United States this decade, attempts are being made to loosen the region’s dependence on China for the sourcing and processing of such critically important energy transition materials.
Sunrise brief: Training the U.S. solar workforce
Also on the rise: Solar tower of power goes vertical. Important code requirements and recent developments for PV systems. And more.
Sunrise brief: Solar produced nearly 5% of U.S. electricity in 2022, generation up 25%
Also on the rise: Silicon Ranch expands First Solar module supply plan to 6.2 GW. Sono Motors scraps development of Sion solar cars. And more.
Sono Motors scraps development of Sion solar cars
Sono Motors, a solar electric-vehicle manufacturer in Germany, has terminated its Sion passenger car development program, as it has failed to secure enough funding to support pre-series production. It says it will now focus exclusively on retrofitting and integrating its patented solar technology into third-party vehicles.
Subway restaurants to feature battery-buffered EV fast charging stations
The ultra-fast DC charging stations feature a lithium battery-based charging box that requires no grid infrastructure or hardware upgrades.
Sunrise brief: Three global trends for solar in 2023
Also on the rise: McDonald’s signs on for 180 MW of Louisiana solar. Canadian manufacturer releases carbon-fiber solar panel for boats. And more.
EV charging network receives $7.4 million in federal funding
An equitable clean transportation future includes expanding freight corridors and EV charging infrastructure in underserved communities.
Sunrise brief: Energy justice, LMI solar strike a chord at Intersolar North America
Also on the rise: Whole home backup solar battery, DC-to-DC electric vehicle charger debut at Intersolar. New Jersey steps ahead with clean energy initiatives. And more.
Enteligent introduces DC-to-DC solar EV charger
Debuting this week at Intersolar North America, Enteligent’s charger is powered by the sun and eliminates DC-to-AC power conversion.
Sunrise brief: Solar-powered sports stadiums on the rise
Also on the rise: Duke Energy to cut jobs following Q4 loss. $2 billion loan for battery material gigafactory. And more.
