Software

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) released the free, web-based platform for automatic residential solar permit approvals.

The new Aurora Sell suite can generate the solar design using proprietary machine learning algorithms, lidar, and imagery data.

A recent collaboration between the University of Ulm and NREL led to the creation of a computer model that could help faster optimize Li-ion batteries.

The 0.55 MW/2.2 MWh Elk Neck Battery Storage Pilot Program is intended to demonstrate the utility of distributed energy resources under real-world market conditions.

Hoping to create a one-stop-shop solution for renewable energy projects, the deal adds 32.5 GW of solar assets across 50 countries to Stem’s existing software services platform.

The Lithuanian software provider now eyes the US market, with aims to be a one-stop shop for solar software solutions.

Completing a goal set in July, Secretary of Energy Granholm sets the target for another 60 communities to join in the coming six months.

Research has uncovered critical security threats associated with some common smart EV chargers, however it’s not too late or too logistically difficult to remedy these issues.

The capacity will be coming across two RWE solar + storage projects in the US, though the specific projects have not yet been announced.

By combining Sunverge’s advanced intelligent energy management platform, Wallbox’s bi-directional EV charging stations, and Nissan’s compact EV, the companies plan to enhance distributed energy resource control and load management.