Aluminum-nickel molten salt battery for seasonal renewables storage
US scientists have developed a battery that can retain 92% of its initial capacity over periods of 12 weeks, with a theoretical energy density of 260 W/hour per kg. It was built with an aluminum anode and a nickel cathode, immersed in molten-salt electrolyte.
People on the Move: Array Technologies, Nexamp, Algonquin Power & Utilities, and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities, and energy transition finance.
Sunrise brief: SEIA speaks on potential devastation of the solar anticircumvention investigation
Also on the rise: Solar on pace to save the world. Solar investments are scaling up, but inefficient O&M is weighing them down. Kevin Hostetler named CEO of Array Technologies. AgriSolar tour makes first stop at Biosphere 2. Boviet Solar R&D initiatives include 600W modules, N-Topcon, and HJT cells. With acquisition of Green IT, Radian Generation adds cybersecurity to its asset management toolbox. County-wide community solar campaign launches in New York. Gloomy IPCC report notes that capital flowing to fossil fuels still greater than that directed toward combating climate change.
AgriSolar tour makes first stop at Biosphere 2
The AgriSolar Clearinghouse embarked on its national tour of agrivoltaics at Arizona’s Biosphere 2. Agrivolatics is the practice of co-locating food production and solar photovoltaics.
Kevin Hostetler named CEO of Array Technologies
Hostetler will succeed Jim Fusaro, and will be assisting Array in the integration of recently acquired STI Norland.
SEIA speaks on potential devastation of the solar anticircumvention investigation
In a preliminary presentation of data from its survey on the impact of the investigation, SEIA shared that 90% of those who responded expect a severe or devastating impact on their business.
Boviet Solar shifts focus to 600W modules, N-TOPCon, HJT cells
Boviet Solar has announced plans to rebrand its modules, while shifting its focus to new cell technologies.
County-wide community solar campaign launches in New York
Neighborhood Sun is partnering with OYA Solar and Climate Smart Communities to educate New Yorkers about community solar, plus they’re offering a sign-on bonus.
Solar investments are scaling up, but inefficient O&M is weighing them down
While costs are everything in the solar industry, sourcing the cheapest O&M contract possible is a dangerous game and such short-sighted sacrifices often end up costing asset owners more in the long run.
Sunrise brief: Accelerate the energy transition now–it’s an investment in national security.
Also on the rise: IREC aims to help 35 states speed interconnection of distributed storage. The second day at SEIA dove into the risks and rewards of solar leasing, as well as a slew of tax considerations. Washington reestablishes its solar incentive program. PECO utility to support commercial EV charging with rebate program. UC Berkeley digs 400 foot hole on campus in geothermal study. SEIA calls on solar workers to highlight impact of Auxin Solar Petition.
