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“DC factory” picks up Energy Efficiency Award from German Energy Agency

Envirotec Magazine

An important industry award in Germany has gone to direct current (DC) power technology firm Schaltbau for what’s described as the world’s first DC factory. Schaltbau’s NExT Factory is described as a pioneering leap in sustainable manufacturing and energy efficiency.

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Understanding Natural Hydrogen and Its Global Energy Potential

Hydrogen Fuel News

Discovering Natural Hydrogen in France On May 15, 2023, researchers from France announced the discovery of a massive natural hydrogen reserve in the Moselle region’s Lorraine mining basin. This discovery is not just about France; it represents a possible game-changer for the clean energy landscape.

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Ameren Missouri Looks to Harness Wind, Solar and Batteries With $7.6B ‘Smart Energy Plan’

GreenTechMedia

billion grid modernization plan that includes smart meters for its nearly 1.3 million customers by 2025, adding nearly 700 megawatts of wind power, plus more solar and battery storage systems to boost rural reliability. Ameren Missouri, the largest investor-owned utility in the Midwestern state, has filed a $7.6

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Virtual power plants: the importance of integrating smart-enabled tech with microgeneration

Envirotec Magazine

Jordan Brompton is co-founder of myenergi, a UK designer and manufacturer of renewable energy products. Jordan Brompton explains how developments in smart tech are enabling increasingly eco-conscious consumers to more easily and effectively transition towards off-grid renewable energy.

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Most innovative energy start-ups recognised in German awards

Envirotec Magazine

Fifteen start-ups deemed to have the most innovative business models in the field of energy transition and climate protection were celebrated at an award ceremony in Berlin on 28 March – recipients of The Start Up Energy Transition Award (SET Award) administered in part by the German Energy Agency ( dena ).

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Solar State Spotlight: The Success of Texas

Mosaic

The Lone Star state embraces solar and battery Texas is proving to be one of the nations success stories for solar and battery development. Its estimated that Texas has installed nearly 80% more of combined solar, wind and battery capacity than the next largest state. GW of solar in 2024. GW of solar in 2024.

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Solar Power World editors pick their Top Solar Products of 2023

Solar Power World

With increased consumer interest and more investment dollars entering the market, solar power is so hot right now in the United States. All that increased activity also brings improved ideas to a maturing market.