- Science & Technology
Balancing energy market: AI-supported price forecasting increases revenues by up to 37 percent
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Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA in Stuttgart, Germany, have succeeded in using machine learning to predict bid prices for balancing power more reliably. Companies that flexibly adjust their electricity...
- Science & Technology
Huawei commissions first grid-forming energy storage system in Cambodia
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In collaboration with the energy solutions provider SchneiTec, Huawei Digital Power Technologies Co., Ltd has commissioned a grid-forming energy storage system in Cambodia. The recently completed 12-MWh energy storage project includes a 2-MWh test field for validating Huawei's smart string...
- Advertising
PV Carports as a Company’s Calling Card
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Photovoltaic (PV) carports are more than just protective shelters for vehicles—they are bold, visible statements reflecting a company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. In a time when climate action and environmental responsibility are gaining ever more importance, PV carports are becoming a powerful calling card for businesses of all sizes.
- Science & Technology
Estonia: 74 MW Sopi solar park to provide up to 45 MW of frequency control energy
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Following successful tests by energy company Eesti Energia and transmission system operator Elering AS, the 74 MW »Sopi« solar power plant in Estonia has been prequalified to provide 30 MW of negative aFRR control energy and 45 MW of negative mFRR control...
- Economy
Germany: Planned expansion of renewable energies will reduce electricity prices on the exchange by up to 23 percent by 2030
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If the German government sticks to its planned expansion path for renewable energies, the average electricity price on the exchange could fall by up to 23 percent by 2030 – compared to a reduction of...
- Top News, In Practice
Blackout in Spain: Report cites power surges and poor planning as causes
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The blackout that hit the Iberian Peninsula on 28 April 2025 was caused by excessive voltage in the transmission grid, which set off a chain reaction. A cyberattack has been ruled out as the cause. This information comes from an investigation report presented yesterday by Sara Aagesen, Spain's...
- Science & Technology
Longi introduces standard module with 700 watts and 25.9 percent efficiency
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Chinese module manufacturer Longi unveiled its new module with HIBC cells at the SNEC 2025 trade fair last week. According to the company, this is the first time a standard module size of 2,382 by 1,134 millimetres has achieved an output of over 700 watts. The module has...
- Politics
US Senate wants to abolish tax credits for solar and wind power plants, but retain them for nuclear energy
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The US Senate Finance Committee has introduced a bill that would bring forward the phase-out of tax credits for solar and wind energy projects. Under the current Inflation Reduction Act, which was passed during President Joe Biden's tenure, these tax...
- Top News, In Practice
In May, PV expansion in Germany remained far too low at 1,113 MW
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The German Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur, BNetzA) estimates that 1,113 megawatts of new solar capacity will be installed in May. This figure is based on the systems registered up to 16 June and a ten percent surcharge to account for late registrations. It also takes into account...
- Science & Technology
Finland’s VTT develops biodegradable mini module for monitoring in agriculture
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As part of a research project, the Technical Research Centre of Finland (VTT) has developed a mini solar module for use in agriculture. The module, which is the size of a credit card, contains thin-film solar cells, a supercapacitor, and a data transmission...
