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Solar-Plus-Storage Plants Dominate Hybrid Power Growth in 2022

Solar-Plus-Storage Plants Dominate Hybrid Power Growth in 2022

New data from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory tracks last year’s immense growth in hybrid power plants, particularly in solar-plus-storage…


NEC 2023 Basics: Sizing Equipment Grounding Conductors

NEC 2023 Basics: Sizing Equipment Grounding Conductors

Learn how to size equipment grounding conductors.


Tesla Bags Big Wins in Ongoing Charging Expansion

Tesla Bags Big Wins in Ongoing Charging Expansion

Texas transportation authorities rubber-stamped the inclusion of Tesla’s North American Charging Standard in state infrastructure expansion…


News Sep 03, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Würth Electronik Introduces Toroidal Power Factor Correction Inductors

Würth Electronik Introduces Toroidal Power Factor Correction Inductors

New toroidal power factor correction chokes from Würth use flat wire windings that result in fewer winding losses when compared with traditional…


new products Sep 02, 2023 by Mike Falter
University of Michigan Research Changes Narrative on Battery Cracking

University of Michigan Research Changes Narrative on Battery Cracking

New research indicates that lithium-ion battery cracking could benefit battery performance.


tech insights Sep 02, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Looking Ahead at Dry Cooling Alternatives in Power Plants

Looking Ahead at Dry Cooling Alternatives in Power Plants

Dry cooling has become a popular process in power plants to reduce water usage, but this operation is still energy-intensive. Researchers are…


California’s Progress Toward Power Grid Resilience and Carbon Neutrality

California’s Progress Toward Power Grid Resilience and Carbon Neutrality

California has made significant clean energy gains and strives to reach 100 percent clean electricity by 2045, a goal outlined by Senate Bill 100. 


Non-Flammable Electrolyte Helps Prevent Thermal Runaway

Non-Flammable Electrolyte Helps Prevent Thermal Runaway

A research team has developed a new electrolyte to combat safety issues in lithium-ion batteries


tech insights Sep 01, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Soft Technology: One More Hurdle for Clean Energy Adoption

Soft Technology: One More Hurdle for Clean Energy Adoption

A research team at MIT has created a quantitative model to differentiate between hardware expenses and soft costs. This distinction is critical for…


Unlocking the Potential of Platinum-Free Catalysts in Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Unlocking the Potential of Platinum-Free Catalysts in Hydrogen Fuel Cells

This article explores the vital role of platinum in hydrogen fuel cells.


tech insights Aug 31, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Researchers Use Quantum Computing to Develop More Efficient Solar Cells

Researchers Use Quantum Computing to Develop More Efficient Solar Cells

Quantum computing helps solve the challenge of singlet fission in the linear H4 molecule. 


tech insights Aug 31, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Xcel Energy, Ambri Team Up for World-First Grid Deployment of Liquid Metal Batteries

Xcel Energy, Ambri Team Up for World-First Grid Deployment of Liquid Metal Batteries

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the commercialization of liquid metal batteries.


tech insights Aug 30, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Tesla’s Long-Awaited Cybertruck: What to Expect

Tesla’s Long-Awaited Cybertruck: What to Expect

The electric-powered angular pickup truck appears to be from the future, with its scratch- and dent-resistant metal body giving it a sleek yet…


tech insights Aug 30, 2023 by Zac Amos
Teardown: Unpacking the Lucid Motors Battery Pack 

Teardown: Unpacking the Lucid Motors Battery Pack 

Pulling apart a Lucid battery pack provides insights into traction battery design.


Hybrid PV Leaf Design Beats the Efficiency of Conventional Solar Panels

Hybrid PV Leaf Design Beats the Efficiency of Conventional Solar Panels

Researchers in the U.K. drew inspiration from nature to design a solar photovoltaic leaf with superior efficiency.


GM Invests in Start-Up Developing Low-Cost Cathode Materials for EV Batteries Using AI

GM Invests in Start-Up Developing Low-Cost Cathode Materials for EV Batteries Using AI

General Motors will lead the $60 million Series B investment in battery technology start-up Mitra Chem to accelerate development of the company’s…


News Aug 29, 2023 by Mike Falter
NEC 2023 Basics: Identifying Wire-Type Equipment Grounding Conductors

NEC 2023 Basics: Identifying Wire-Type Equipment Grounding Conductors

This article will help you identify wire-type equipment grounding conductors.


University of Pittsburgh Finds DC-Optimized Inverter to Solve Solar Installation Challenges

University of Pittsburgh Finds DC-Optimized Inverter to Solve Solar Installation Challenges

The University of Pittsburgh has partnered with SolarEdge to use an innovative inverter design in a campus solar project.


News Aug 28, 2023 by Claire Turvill
$1.3B Combined-Cycle Natural Gas Plant Opens in Illinois

$1.3B Combined-Cycle Natural Gas Plant Opens in Illinois

A 1.25-gigawatt natural gas-powered combined-cycle plant recently came online in Illinois. The $1.3 billion project offers a low-emitting source of…


News Aug 28, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Study Outlines Potential of Floating Solar in Tropical Regions

Study Outlines Potential of Floating Solar in Tropical Regions

A study out of Australia analyzes the potential impact of floating solar panel projects in tropical areas free of strong winds and waves.