Solis introduces low-voltage hybrid inverters
The Chinese manufacturer said that its new series includes inverters with up to 15 kW of AC output. It supports a maximum input current of 20A.
JinkoSolar, Trina say TOPCon modules outperform p-type back-contact panels
JinkoSolar and Trina Solar have separately reported that on-field testing shows tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar modules outperform p-type back-contact PV modules in monthly power generation.
General Motors launches residential storage system
The United States-based automotive manufacturing company said its new storage system offers the option of integrating with PV systems. It can be scaled to reach a capacity of up to 35.4 kWh, which the company said would enable approximately 20 hours of storage.
Breakthrough EV battery testing improves stability and performance
South Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology has developed technology for the precise diagnosis of electric vehicle batteries using small currents that can improve the stability and performance of high-capacity batteries.
Australian co-developer of PERC solar cells wins prestigious ATSE award
Australian co-developer of the passivated emitter and rear contact solar cell, Professor Andrew Blakers, wins prestigious award for contribution to the world’s renewable energy transition.
Off-grid solar appliance repair training a must for remote communities: report
An Australian Research Council funded report co-authored by Sydney-based University of New South Wales and United Kingdom-headquartered charity SolarAid says the off-grid solar sector should do more to enhance their product repair initiatives.
Green Gravity’s long-duration storage solution attracts $9 million in funding
New South Wales-headquartered energy storage company Green Gravity has secured $9 million in funding for its utility-scale long-duration energy storage solution that repurposes legacy mineshafts.
AnteoTech secures first order for silicon battery anode tech
AnteoTech has secured the first commercial order for its silicon-dominant anode technology that is to be incorporated into next-generation batteries being developed by a European electric vehicle manufacturer.
ARENA tips $5.4 million into community electrification trial
The federal government has committed $5.4 million in funding to support the creation of a fully electrified community on the New South Wales south coast with the pilot project to provide crucial insights on the shape of Australia’s future energy system.
CSIRO and Essential Energy to trial vehicle-to-grid tech
New South Wales distributed network service provider Essential Energy and Australia’s national science agency CSIRO have partnered to investigate how vehicle-to-grid technology can be best integrated as part of a wider home energy management system and support the energy system of the future.
