The Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) is putting Bluebottle, an unmanned naval vehicle powered by innovative energy systems, through a 7-month test. Developed by the Australian company Ocius, this vehicle stands out with its long-term mission capability by meeting its energy needs entirely from solar, wind and wave energy. Bluebottle ...

As of January 1, 2025, all 400+ municipal buildings in Chicago, including fire stations, airports, and water treatment plants, are now powered entirely by renewable energy. This shift is largely driven by Illinois' largest solar farm, the 593 MW Double Black Diamond Solar project, developed by Swift Current Energy. The ...

A leading photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturer has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 300GW in global solar shipments, becoming the first company in the industry to reach this record. This achievement underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to providing high-quality and reliable solar solutions on a massive scale, reinforcing its role ...

Scientists have developed an innovative transparent energy-harvesting device capable of capturing power from both radio waves and sunlight, offering a reliable and sustainable energy source for wireless devices. The new system, known as an optically transparent rectifying metasurface (RMS), is designed to collect radio frequency (RF) energy while efficiently transmitting ...

Solplanet is making strides in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, delivering advanced solar energy solutions tailored to the region’s extreme climate conditions. In an exclusive interview, Hüseyin Büyükbektas, Sales Director – MENA, highlighted the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability through cutting-edge inverters, hybrid storage solutions, batteries, ...

Researchers have developed an advanced smart window system that can dynamically control both visible light and infrared radiation, significantly improving indoor comfort and energy efficiency. The innovation combines liquid crystals, nanoporous microparticles (NMPs), and a patterned vanadium dioxide (VO2) layer, allowing the window to adjust transparency based on voltage or ...

Agricultural voltaic systems that combine solar energy and agriculture are attracting attention with the sheep grazing model. According to research, the business model of grazing sheep under solar panels is a profitable alternative for farmers, offering a return on investment (ROI) ranging from 16% to 43%. It is particularly attractive ...

As of February 1, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on Canadian imports, a decision that could significantly impact the vital energy trade between the two nations. One of the key projects at risk is the Champlain-Hudson Power Express, a $6 billion energy project designed to supply ...

July 18, 2024 – Amsterdam – Global clean energy leader AISWEI and its international brand, Solplanet, made a powerful impact at SNEC 2024 in Shanghai and Intersolar Europe 2024 in Munich, presenting groundbreaking solutions designed to advance sustainability and energy efficiency worldwide. AISWEI/Solplanet unveiled its revolutionary “AI +” energy management ...

Fiberglass waste consisting of wind turbine blades and aircraft parts was illegally transported from Germany to the Czech village of Jiříkov. This is an example of illegal waste transfer from rich to poor countries across Europe. When the Mayor of Jiříkov, Barbora Šišková, raised the issue, she realized that similar ...

Donald Trump is preparing to declare a national emergency as part of his plan to boost energy production as soon as he takes office. Trump's move comes amid a push to reverse President Joe Biden's policies to combat climate change and liberalize domestic energy production. These regulations, which are expected ...

The Prysmian Group has announced the cancellation of its $300 million plan to build a subsea cable manufacturing plant at Brayton Point, Somerset. The project, which promised over 100 jobs and significant tax revenues, has been scrapped after nearly three years of permitting and development efforts. Prysmian cited strategic adjustments ...

January 2025 – Chint Power Systems (CPS), a global leader in energy storage solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with a prominent investment company in Ukraine to address the country’s electricity shortages and support the reconstruction of its power grid. As part of this collaboration, CPS has secured 60MWh energy ...

In a milestone for renewable energy, solar power outpaced coal in electricity generation across the European Union (EU) for the first time in 2024, according to Ember's 2025 European Electricity Review. The report highlights the EU's accelerating energy transition, with renewable energy's share rising from 34% in 2019 to 47% ...

[January 2024] – Global solar inverter and energy solutions leader GoodWe has been named among the Top 30 Brands in the 2024 Forbes China Go-International Series, a prestigious accolade celebrating the company’s achievements in globalization, innovation, and market leadership. Cameal Yu, GoodWe’s International Marketing Director, represented the company at the ...

The European Commission has reported significant advancements in clean energy production and unveiled plans for future investments to sustain this progress. In its latest update, the Commission highlighted record levels of clean energy generation in the third quarter of 2024, alongside notable reductions in fossil fuel use. Key achievements include: ...

[December 4, 2024] – Munich, GermanyJinko ESS has successfully completed its first European commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage project in the Netherlands, marking a significant milestone in sustainable energy use for the refrigeration industry. The project, developed in partnership with Watts In Store, features the integration of five advanced ...

The United States marked a significant year for clean energy in 2024, with major solar, wind, and battery storage projects reshaping the nation’s energy landscape. Data from energy analysis firm Cleanview highlights the substantial growth in project size and capacity over the past decade. Key among these milestones was the ...

Chinese urban air transportation company EHang has achieved a first with this aerial electric aircraft equipped with a solid-state battery. This flight, certified by the Guangzhou Notary Office, was the first electric aircraft to complete a flight test with a solid-state battery and carry passengers “without a pilot”. The solid-state ...

The Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST), famously dubbed China’s “artificial sun,” has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in nuclear fusion by sustaining a temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius for an unprecedented 17 minutes. This marks a significant leap towards the long-sought goal of limitless and clean energy. Nuclear fusion, often ...

Newport, South Wales – The UK continues to solidify its position as a leading market for large-scale battery energy storage in Europe with the launch of a new 40 MWh battery storage site in Newport, South Wales. The facility, known as Field Newport, provides dynamic frequency response services to stabilize ...

Leading inverter manufacturer Solis has launched its Solarator series hybrid inverters in India, targeting residential and commercial energy storage needs. The new product line offers generator compatibility, advanced energy management, and scalable solutions tailored to diverse energy requirements. The Solarator series includes: S6-EO1P(4-5)K-48: Compact inverters with 4 kW and 5 ...

Berlin, Germany – Uniper, the German energy giant operating 22.5 GW of production capacity—equivalent to the total capacity of the Netherlands—has announced a delay in its $8.7 billion hydrogen investment due to lower-than-expected demand for green hydrogen. Jutta Doenges, Uniper’s Chief Financial Officer, expressed a cautious outlook for the sector, ...

The town of Bracht in Germany is embarking on an innovative project to provide heating throughout the winter using solar energy. This initiative aims to deliver approximately 80°C hot water to every household year-round. A total of 180 buildings will be heated using solar energy, operating at a cost comparable ...

Chinese manufacturing giant CRRC has broken new ground with its 260-meter diameter 20 MW floating offshore wind turbine prototype. The turbine, called “Qihang”, was installed at the Dongying wind power test base. With a 151-meter hub height and 260-meter blade diameter, the turbine operates in an area equivalent to seven ...

Production costs in China are lower for all clean energy technologies, not just batteries. But which is lower and by how much? From solar panels to wind turbines, heat pumps to batteries, this graph shows how much it costs to produce in China compared to how much it costs to ...

August 26, 2024 – Seraphim, a global leader in solar module manufacturing, has entered into a significant distribution agreement with Vertys Energy Group, a major energy solutions distributor in Brazil and Latin America. Under this milestone partnership, Vertys Energy Group will import and distribute 300 megawatts (MW) of Seraphim’s high-efficiency ...

November 7, 2024 – Solis, a global leader in PV inverter technology, has unveiled its latest innovation, the S6-EH3P(8-15)K02-NV-YD-L, a low-voltage, three-phase hybrid inverter tailored to meet the energy storage needs of residential and small commercial users. As global demand for cost-effective and scalable energy solutions surges, Solis’ new offering ...

A new solar initiative in Brooklyn’s Sunset Park is breaking ground on both renewable energy and climate justice, according to Canary Media. Spearheaded by the grassroots organization UPROSE, the 725-kilowatt Sunset Park Solar project aims to serve approximately 150 working-class households by providing 20% reductions on energy bills while reinvesting ...

Fox ESS has been awarded the prestigious "Top Brand PV" certification for 2024 in the Inverters and Storage categories in Portugal by EUPD Research, a globally respected authority in the photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage sectors. This accolade reaffirms Fox ESS's growing influence and exceptional performance in the renewable energy ...

Shanghai-based solar module manufacturer JinkoSolar has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with its N-type TOPCon-based perovskite tandem solar panel, reaching a record conversion efficiency of 33.84%. Independently verified by the Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, this advancement surpasses the company’s previous record of 33.24% and marks JinkoSolar’s 27th world ...

GoodWe, a global leader in smart energy solutions, has marked 2024 as a year of significant milestones in innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration. Despite market challenges, the company reinforced its commitment to advancing the smart energy transition with groundbreaking developments across its product offerings, manufacturing capabilities, and sustainability initiatives. Innovations ...

While fires in lithium-ion energy storage systems remain extremely rare, with a reported risk of just 0.005% to 0.01%, recent incidents have highlighted the importance of proper installation, maintenance, and adherence to safety standards. Experts emphasize that every fire is one too many, urging operators and installers to follow stringent ...

MUNICH, Dec. 16, 2024 — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (“JinkoSolar”), a global leader in solar module manufacturing, has been recognized with the prestigious DACH Energy Transition Award and the Solar Prosumer Award by EUPD Research, highlighting the company's pivotal role in advancing renewable energy solutions in Europe. The DACH Energy ...

Developing a revolutionary solution for agricultural greenhouses, Swiss startup Voltiris has developed a technology that makes it possible to use solar energy for both plant growth and electricity generation. The new system separates sunlight through spectral filters, directing the wavelengths needed by plants into the greenhouse and converting the remaining ...

[Global, January 2025] – GoodWe, a prominent name in solar inverters and renewable energy technology, has launched its groundbreaking GT Series String Inverter, offering over 100kW power capacity. Designed for the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, this new addition aims to enhance operational efficiency, cut energy costs, and drive sustainability ...

Developing a revolutionary solution for agricultural greenhouses, Swiss startup Voltiris has developed a technology that makes it possible to use solar energy for both plant growth and electricity generation. The new system separates sunlight through spectral filters, directing the wavelengths needed by plants into the greenhouse and converting the remaining ...

[April 9, 2024] – Fox ESS, a leading name in the renewable energy sector, has been listed on the esteemed Hurun Global Unicorn Index 2024, marking another milestone in its journey as a trailblazer in clean energy innovation. The announcement was made during the Global Unicorn CEO Conference 2024 hosted ...

Elia Transmission Belgium (ETB) has secured a €650 million green loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for the Princess Elisabeth Island project. This artificial energy island in the North Sea aims to add 3.5 GW of offshore wind capacity to Belgium's power grid, reducing the country's dependence on fossil ...

China, the world's largest investor in clean energy, is implementing a massive solar project in the Kubuqi Desert in Inner Mongolia, dubbed the “Great Wall of Solar Energy”. The project, which is planned to be about 400 kilometers long and 5 kilometers wide, will provide clean energy to more than ...

Solar panels installed on balconies (Balcony SPP) can save 30% of a typical household's electricity bill, and the technology is becoming increasingly attractive as vertical surface area in cities is larger than roof area. Easy to use and reducing electricity bills, these panels have been installed on 1.5 million balconies ...

On October 23, BloombergNEF (BNEF) officially released its Q4 2024 Global Tier 1 Energy Storage Manufacturers list, recognizing Fox ESS as a leading player in the energy storage industry. This prestigious designation highlights Fox ESS's exceptional product quality, project execution, and strong brand impact. BNEF, a globally recognized authority in ...

A Norwegian study has shown that vertical rooftop solar panels are more efficient in winter than conventional flat panels. Especially in snowy conditions, the energy production of these panels continues steadily. According to the study, vertical panels can provide the same or up to 30% higher performance than flat panels ...

According to Eurelectric's 2024 data, the increase in renewable energy sources reduced emissions in Europe by 59%, enabling the EU to achieve its cleanest ever energy production. The share of renewables in power generation rose to 48%, while the share of fossil fuels fell to 28%. Nuclear power remained at ...

A groundbreaking study by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) reveals that federally managed reservoirs in the United States have the potential to generate up to 1,476 terawatt hours (TWh) of electricity annually through floating solar panels. This output could power approximately 100 million homes, marking ...

France has strengthened its commitment to renewable energy by mandating the installation of solar panels on large parking lots, with regulations in effect since July 2023. A recent decree has clarified the rules, requiring parking lots larger than 1,500 square meters to have at least half their area covered by ...

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay have made a significant breakthrough in bifacial perovskite solar cell technology, achieving a 90% bifaciality factor and a 26% power conversion efficiency when the cells are tilted at a 20-degree angle. This development highlights the potential of bifacial perovskite solar cells to ...

A recent study by Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute highlights the potential of using electric vehicles (EVs) as home storage batteries through bidirectional charging technology. This innovation allows EVs to store excess solar and wind energy generated during the day and return it to the grid or power homes at night, significantly ...