The mobility rEVolution: PG&E obtains first V2G export rate for commercial EVs in US
PG&E has secured approval to set up a vehicle-to-grid (V2G) export compensation mechanism for commercial EV charging customers in California. Sono Motors is debuting its Sion solar electric vehicles in the US market, while Toyota and Jera are installing innovative second-life battery systems in Japan.
Sunrise brief: Georgia Power proposes to apply $200 rooftop solar interconnection fee to its customers
Also on the rise: Distributed resources to earn compensation from Texas grid operator ERCOT. Vertical solar on high-rise building to produce 58 MWh annually. And more.
Non-flammable, graphene-based lithium-ion batteries approaching stationary storage market
Nanotech Energy’s graphene battery uses proprietary electrodes with a thermally stable separator, and non-flammable electrolyte that is said to be inexpensive to manufacture. The technology is said to be superior in terms of safety and competitive in terms of cell performance.
Albemarle wins grant to build lithium facility in North Carolina
Albemarle’s plans include the development of both the lithium concentrator and the mega-flex conversion facility, the proposed reopening of the Kings Mountain mine, and an active expansion of the Silver Peak facility.
Sunrise brief: Proposed regional clean hydrogen hubs to compete for $7 billion in DOE funding
Also on the rise: Renewable PPA price relief from the Inflation Reduction Act may take time. Salient Energy zinc-ion battery passes UL safety testing. And more.
Bus Talk podcast to demystify electric school buses
Highland Electric Fleets launches a seven-episode podcast to help school districts and towns gain a better understanding of EV school buses.
Sunrise brief: Global polysilicon capacities may nearly double by end of 2023 to 536 GW
Also on the rise: California school district saves $70 million with 8.1 MW solar installation. Rooftop solar adoption rises sharply as system value to homeowners increases. And more.
Sunrun partners with Enel X Way to offer home EV charging stations
The residential solar provider will now offer Level 2 EV charging.
A lot more than solar on the floor at RE+
Hydrogen buses, electrolyzers, autonomous electric lawnmowers, GIS software, slick tools, and so many items to make your clean energy transition even easier – at RE+ in Anaheim
Sunrise brief: GM aims to compete with Tesla as it moves into energy storage
Also on the rise: EnerVenue offers 20-year/20-cycle warranty for its nickel-hydrogen batteries. Electric buses to be deployed at community centers as emergency backup power. And more.
