EEPower

Latest Solar News

Categories

Solar-Powered Hydrogen Project to Employ Control/EMS Tech

Solar-Powered Hydrogen Project to Employ Control/EMS Tech

Yokogawa’s energy management system (EMS) will integrate control and energy management functions at an upcoming renewable hydrogen project in…


News Sep 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
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
Solar Expanding Its Footprint in North America

Solar Expanding Its Footprint in North America

A Canadian diamond mine and manufacturing expansions in New Mexico and Louisiana are among the projects on the docket. 


News Aug 24, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Onsemi Long-Term Supply Agreements Heat Up

Onsemi Long-Term Supply Agreements Heat Up

Power semiconductor manufacturer onsemi continues its fast pace of deal-making, announcing new long-term supply agreements (LTSA) with auto…


News Aug 11, 2023 by Mike Falter
DOE Awards $347M for Grid Resilience, Energy Codes, Solar Manufacturing & Wind Turbine Recycling

DOE Awards $347M for Grid Resilience, Energy Codes, Solar Manufacturing & Wind Turbine Recycling

The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced four funding programs for increased grid modernization, energy code updates, solar manufacturing,…


News Aug 01, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
First Solar Lands Major 5 GW Procurement Deal

First Solar Lands Major 5 GW Procurement Deal

First Solar recently landed a sizable order for 5 gigawatts of modules, serving projects in the U.S., Israel, and Poland. 


News Jul 31, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Tesla Rolls Out Solar EV Charging for Powerwall Users

Tesla Rolls Out Solar EV Charging for Powerwall Users

Owners of Tesla’s electric vehicles and Powerwall services can now charge their cars using excess solar energy. 


News Jul 24, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Artsy Solar Awning for Off-Grid RV Travelers

Artsy Solar Awning for Off-Grid RV Travelers

A decorative rollable solar awning for RVs has hit the U.S. market, with pre-orders live and deliveries expected to begin in December. 


News Jun 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
$1B Enel Solar PV Manufacturing Factory Coming to Oklahoma

$1B Enel Solar PV Manufacturing Factory Coming to Oklahoma

Enel North America selected Oklahoma for a 3-gigawatt solar cell and panel manufacturing plant—one of only a handful of high-volume projects in…


News Jun 02, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Onsemi, Sineng Electric Collaborate on Next-Gen Solar Inverter and Energy Storage Solutions

Onsemi, Sineng Electric Collaborate on Next-Gen Solar Inverter and Energy Storage Solutions

Onsemi has announced co-development efforts with Sineng Electric to integrate EliteSiC MOSFET and IGBT power modules into Sineng’s new solar…


News May 29, 2023 by Mike Falter
China’s First Desert Solar and Wind Project Is Online

China’s First Desert Solar and Wind Project Is Online

China excels at building infrastructure quickly, and its most recent project could help it reach its net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2060.


News May 19, 2023 by Shannon Flynn
Google, EDP Renewables Partner on 80 Solar Energy Projects

Google, EDP Renewables Partner on 80 Solar Energy Projects

Google and EDPR NA Distributed Generation LLC have partnered to provide more than 80 distributed solar photovoltaic projects, totaling 500 MW(AC),…


News May 05, 2023 by Claire Turvill
Toyota Ups Its Corporate Solar Capacity

Toyota Ups Its Corporate Solar Capacity

Toyota will add 30 megawatts of solar capacity at its engine plant in Huntsville, Alabama—part of several renewable energy upgrades across its…


News Apr 24, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Firms Seal Largest US Community Solar Deal 

Firms Seal Largest US Community Solar Deal 

Following its $2.5 billion manufacturing expansion in the U.S., Qcells has landed a deal to supply 1.2 gigawatts of solar panels for Summit Ridge…


News Apr 19, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
National Labs Gain Headway on Concentrating Solar Power

National Labs Gain Headway on Concentrating Solar Power

Headed by the Department of Energy, two national laboratories are advancing their research in concentrating solar-thermal power systems. 


News Feb 27, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Columbus’ First Microgrid Begins Operation

Columbus’ First Microgrid Begins Operation

A solar-powered microgrid provided by Eaton recently came online to provide backup water services in Ohio’s state capital. 


News Feb 20, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Second-life EV Batteries Add Capacity to Solar Storage Facility

Second-life EV Batteries Add Capacity to Solar Storage Facility

A hybrid solar and storage facility in California recently reached 25 MWh of capacity from 1,300 reused electric vehicle battery packs. 


News Feb 12, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Fraunhofer Develops Self-cleaning Surface Coating for Solar Tech

Fraunhofer Develops Self-cleaning Surface Coating for Solar Tech

Researchers have developed a self-cleaning titanium dioxide-based coating for keeping solar installations and glass facades dirt-free.


News Feb 09, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Husk Power Systems Receives $749k for Microgrid Expansion in Nigeria

Husk Power Systems Receives $749k for Microgrid Expansion in Nigeria

Husk Power Systems secures funding to continue solar microgrid expansion in Nigeria and grow its India-based operations.


News Jan 26, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
“Invisible” Solar Panels Retain Heritage, Boost Sustainability

“Invisible” Solar Panels Retain Heritage, Boost Sustainability

Two innovative photovoltaic technologies from Dyaqua and Tegola Canadese effectively introduce renewable energy to historical sites while…


News Jan 18, 2023 by Claire Turvill