Sunrise brief: Average U.S. residential solar project breaks even at 7.5 years
Also on the rise: Hecate Energy advances the BESS project through zoning process in Massachusetts. How our aging grid can manage the surge in solar energy. And more.
Average U.S. residential solar project breaks even at 7.5 years, said EnergySage
A report from marketplace operator EnergySage noted that average system costs are declining, and payback periods are improving. It highlighted a recent market share capture from Tesla in the inverter and energy storage market.
1.2 GWh CATL battery progresses through permitting in Massachusetts
Hecate Energy advances the Ward Hill BESS through Haverhill’s zoning process, focusing on wetland classifications surrounding the installation.
Texas set for 1.35 GWh of large-scale BESS
French oil major TotalEnergies and German-owned renewables developer RWE have announced plans for five large-scale batteries in the US state.
Rotating, vertical floating PV system for offshore applications
An international group of scientists has designed a patented mooring tech and a vertical PV system that reportedly allows the bifacial solar panels to align with the prevailing wind direction to shed wind loads. Depending on a project’s latitude, the system can deliver different power yield.
How our aging grid can manage the surge in solar energy
As we introduce more renewable energy into the mix, we must also address these challenges to ensure a reliable grid that can support the nation’s clean energy goals. Nick Tumilowicz, director of product management, distributed energy management at Itron offers four solutions.
Sunrise brief: Preliminary decision announced on U.S. solar cell imports
Also on the rise: U.S. market solar panel prices increase from April lows. Storing solar power through aluminum-rock composite. And more.
U.S. market solar panel prices increase from April lows
A Q3 market insight report update from Anza shows solar module prices have increased roughly 10% from their all-time lows.
Silver price on the rise
The price of silver has increased over 30% since the beginning of the year, with a particularly strong increase being registered in the last few months.
PV system sizing for 100% self-consumption
A group of researchers has proposed a new method for the sizing of PV systems that do not rely on an anti-dump system and operate without the possibility of injecting power into the grid. The novel approach requires an estimate of the annual hourly profile and the minimum power demanded, as well as the use of an irradiance meter and an electrical network analyzer.
