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Maxeon claims 24.9% efficiency for IBC solar panel

Maxeon said it has achieved a 24.9% efficiency rating for a full-scale Maxeon 7 solar panel using its IBC technology. The US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) confirmed the result.

Potential effect of the 2024 solar eclipse on solar energy production

To compensate for potential loss of solar energy flowing to the grid, grid operators will have to be ready to rely on other sources to ensure grid stability, as was done during the 2017 and 2023 eclipse episodes.

Iron-based redox flow battery for grid-scale storage

Researchers in the U.S. have repurposed a commonplace chemical used in water treatment facilities to develop an all-liquid, iron-based redox flow battery for large-scale energy storage. Their lab-scale battery exhibited strong cycling stability over one thousand consecutive charging cycles, while maintaining 98.7% of its original capacity.

Sunrise brief: IRS releases updated guidance on energy communities 

Also on the rise: Duke Energy Progress seeks approval for 76 MW solar project in South Carolina. DOE releases funds to streamline siting and permitting for renewables. And more.

DOE releases funds to streamline siting and permitting for renewables

The U.S. Department of Energy announced up to $22 million in funds under its Renewable Energy Siting through Technical Engagement and Planning (R-STEP) program.

Consumers Energy developing 250 MW solar project in Michigan

The Muskegon County project will support the utility’s goal of adding 8 GW of solar by 2040.

Solar energy rising: Predictions to illuminate 2024

Climate the entrepreneur and chief executive officer of Sunrock Distributed Generation Wilson Chang shares his predictions for the changing energy landscape.

Duke Energy Progress seeks approval for 76 MW solar project in South Carolina

If approved, the project will be sited adjacent to the operational Robinson Nuclear Plant.

Polar Racking fixed-tilt mount supports 38 MW solar project in Canada

Concord Green Energy selected the mounting provider for its fixed-tilt solar mounts.

IRS releases updated guidance on energy communities

Tax adders are offered for projects within brownfield, coal and other communities that will face challenges in the transition away from fossil fuels. 

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