Solar powered electric truck stop opens in California
WattEV’s 5.7 MW solar-powered truck stop, with demand charge management driven by solar-;plus-storage, has begun operations in Bakersfield, California.
Sunrise brief: Opposition stymies solar – sometimes
Also on the rise: Solar and wind powered boat’s final voyage across the sea. Active Surfaces raises $5.6 million to develop ‘solar 2.0’. And more.
Active Surfaces raises $5.6 million to develop ‘solar 2.0’
Active Surfaces is developing lightweight, flexible solar panels that can be integrated into virtually any surface and manufactured using a printed, roll-to-roll process.
Opposition stymies solar – sometimes
Strong growth in U.S. solar installations might suggest that solar has strong support but developers cite public opposition as a major challenge.
Renew Home launches with virtual power plant solution
Through the partnership of Google Nest Renew and OhmConnect, Renew Home, has a goal of expanding from 3 GW of electrical energy use to 50 GW by 2030.
Solar and wind powered boat’s final voyage across the sea
The Energy Observer has one more stop in Saint-Pierre et Miquelon, a French territory just south of Newfoundland, before powering across the North Atlantic to retire.
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.
U.S. solar industry week in review
pv magazine USA spotlights news stories of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.
Reflective ground covers boost solar energy production
Researchers in Canada are testing the use of reflective surfaces to boost electricity production in bifacial solar panels.
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.
