Your next package delivery could be solar powered
There is still much to debate over the benefits of moving a vehicle via solar, but the market has been getting creative and is evolving quickly.
Discovery boosts perovskite solar cell efficiency by up to 18%
Researchers said they achieved a new benchmark for 2D perovskite efficiency by discovering an effect whereby sunlight causes the material to contract, enabling greater efficiency.
Next-generation solar technologies will drive a lower LCOE
FTC Solar’s Chief Technology Officer outlines how large-format, high-wattage modules and autonomous systems can drive down the levelized cost of energy of utility-scale solar power.
CIT Group arranges finance for Texas solar project
The 260 MWdc Brazoria West Solar Project is under construction, with commercial operation planned for 2022.
U.S. decarbonization goals hinge on scaling up heterojunction cell tech
HJT technology could fill an innovation gap in the residential and commercial rooftop PV market, and boost U.S. solar leadership through domestic manufacturing of cells and modules.
Canadian Solar raises $150 million to fund possible acquisitions
The company said it will use the proceeds for its long-term strategic growth plans, including investing in its battery storage business and growing its storage pipeline.
ITC says that Section 201 tariffs should be extended
The issue now moves to President Joe Biden who will decide whether or not to extend the tariffs beyond their February 2022 expiration.
People on the Move: Delta Solar, Convergent Energy, Volt Energy Utility, and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities, and energy transition finance.
Sunrise brief: Investors are targeting renewables–and hydrogen–like never before
Also on the rise: Solar capacity additions are recovering from a subdued 2020, utilities ask for 50 MW of solar in West Virginia, and Broad Reach gets a $400 million equity commitment.
Energy storage firm Broad Reach gets a $400 million equity infusion
The funding commitment comes as Apollo takes a 50% stake in the company from venture capital firm EnCap Energy.
