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Batteries get the hype, but pumped hydro has long been the energy storage workhorse.

The joint venture is expected to start operations in the first half of 2022, the company said without offering investment details.

Engineering consulting firm Burns & McDonnell completed construction of three 10-MW/20-MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage systems in West Texas.

Researchers have used current and voltage measurements on individual nanoparticles to determine that the capacitively stored charge at platinum interfaces can be significantly higher than previously assumed. They attribute this to a special arrangement and bonding of water molecules.

Burns & McDonnell has completed construction of three 10-MW/20-MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage systems in West Texas. The three project sites were constructed, commissioned and put into operation in just five months, delivering the project on schedule amid a volatile supply chain and logistics market. The batteries are designed as stand-alone energy resources to provide… The post Burns & McDonnell install 60 MWh of stand-alone energy storage in Texas appeared first on Solar Power World.

Although interfaces between metals and water are the local areas where crucial processes of energy technologies such as water splitting occur, comparably little is known about their structure and changes during such processes. For more than 100 years, the scientific description of such interfaces has been based on the model of the so-called electrochemical double layer. It states that charge carriers in an aqueous solution are increasingly arranged in the boundary region to the metal, to compensate for excess electrical charges on the metal side. In the process, the opposing charges are separated by water molecules. Similar to a standard plate capacitor, this nanoscopic charge separation in the interface allows energy to be stored and released later. Processes in which the molecular structure of the electrochemical double layer changes are relevant to many green technologies, such as supercapacitors and fuel cells.

A new method can measure the electrical (re-)charging of boundary layers between very small, metallic particles and aqueous solutions and understand it at a molecular level.

Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) launches Energy Storage Solutions, a statewide electric storage program for all Eversource and United Illuminating (UI) residential, commercial, and industrial customers in an effort to foster a more reliable and resilient electric distribution system, especially for vulnerable communities. Energy Storage Solutions will be administered by the Connecticut Green Bank,… The post Connecticut launches 9-year energy storage incentive program appeared first on Solar Power World.

If renewable energies are one day to replace fossil fuels, engineers need to find a way to store it reliably and on a large scale. One method that numerous researchers are currently studying involves storing the energy in gaseous form inside electrolytic cells.

Researchers developed a holistic approach, which predicts both Li-ion storage and supercapacitive properties and hence identifies various important electrode materials that are common to both devices, may pave the way for next-generation energy storage systems. By leveraging the big-data generated by the computational pipeline, the team trains crystal graph-based machine learning models and demonstrates how this data-driven model could be helpful for the rapid discovery of potential materials from other databases.

Salt River Project is partnering with a NextEra Energy subsidiary to add a 100 MW battery to its existing 100 MW solar plant, Saint Solar.

The investment comes as the company aims to raise a "significant" amount of funding.

The Canadian company behind compressed air energy storage technology being rolled out in Australia has secured a $250m investment from Goldman Sachs. The post Goldman Sachs backs Hydrostor in race to long duration energy storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Goldman Sachs is investing $250 million to help the company build more than 1 GW/8.7GWh of its Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) projects in California and Australia. Some development is already underway.

Goldman Sachs is investing $250 million to help the company build more than 1 GW/8.7GWh of its Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) projects in California and Australia. Some development is already underway.

Research by the Oregon State University College of Engineering has uncovered a way to improve the efficiency of

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Korea Zinc’s boosts bid to make its Australian operations greenest in the world, in deal with Swiss "giga-scale" energy storage company, Energy Vault. The post Sun Metals taps gravity energy storage tech in quest for “green zinc” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) is unveiling a colossal 81-megapack battery project in Angleton, Texas, one of the biggest in the company’s catalog. With it, Tesla is looking to support the community...

North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives will deploy energy storage in 10 communities across rural North Carolina. The batteries will be sited at electric cooperative substations, adding local energy resources in communities for enhanced grid infrastructure resilience and reliability for co-op member-consumers. The batteries are being engineered and constructed by North Carolina-based FlexGen. Collectively, the 10 battery… The post 40 MW of energy storage is coming to rural North Carolina appeared first on Solar Power World.

Imagine a stable power supply along with a high energy density! This is exactly what has been developed

Researchers have uncovered a way to improve the efficiency of a type of grid-scale storage crucial for a global transition toward renewable energy.

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Lithium ion batteries a key feature of 1.5GW offshore wind farm planned off south-western tip of Korea

By Gary Lam, FranklinWH Chief Sales Officer Energy storage is powering up in the U.S. During Q3 2021, the country brought on 3,515 MWh of storage, breaking records as the strongest quarter ever. And while the residential segment has struggled with equipment constraints, we’re seeing a rebound with new manufacturers expanding the range of options.… The post Driving the evolution of energy storage Franklin Whole Home brings energy freedom to homeowners nationwide appeared first on Solar Power World.

The utility's plan would help it meet clean energy mandates.

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An article recently published in the journal Materials Science for Energy Technologies explores the potential of nano-sized mesoporous biochar obtained from biomass pyrolysis as a cheap substance...

If you’ve paid attention to the cleantech news cycle this year, you know it’s been a roller-coaster ride. I’ve been in the cleantech/energy transition sector for 20 years and wrote the first history on the term cleantech 15 years ago. I’ve seen the many ups and downs surrounding the industry. Today’s current playing field is […] The post Was 2021 the Year of EVs, Hydrogen, or Energy Storage? And What to Expect in 2022 appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The Netherlands is set to install that country’s largest energy storage system in an effort to support power grid stability. Technology group Wärtsilä on Dec. 20 said it will supply a 25-MW/48-MWh storage system to GIGA Storage BV, a Netherlands-based energy storage company with multiple projects under development, including several hybrid renewable energy-plus-storage systems. The […] The post Netherlands Will Install Country’s Largest Energy Storage System appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Australian resources giant BHP has agreed to trial the innovative long-duration energy storage technology of Swiss company Energy Vault. The post BHP taps “giga-scale” gravity energy storage that may use recycled wind blades appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Sunverge, the provider of an industry-leading distributed energy resource (DER) control, orchestration and aggregation platform, and Delmarva Power, an Exelon Company serving customers in Delaware and Maryland, announced it has entered into an agreement with PJM Interconnection to explore how the Elk Neck Battery Storage Pilot Program will participate in the region’s wholesale market for… The post Sunverge energy storage project to be first participant in PJM’s residential VPP market appeared first on Solar Power World.

As the world searches for practical ways to decarbonize our activities and mitigate associated climate change, approaches to alternative energy are hampered by the intermittent nature of energy sources, such as solar and wind. One possible solution to help boost reliability and adoption of such renewable energy sources is improved energy storage capabilities.

Breakthroughs in liquid state physics may accelerate clean energy technology.

How can cost-effective, reliable, zero emission electricity be provided? And how can we transition from fossil gas heating, hot water and cooking? The post How much seasonal energy storage will we really need? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Savion specializes in developing solar power and energy storage projects. The purchase bolsters Shell’s strategy to become a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050.

Savion specializes in developing solar power and energy storage projects. The purchase bolsters Shell’s strategy to become a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050.

Geenex Solar LLC, a utility-scale solar developer focused on the PJM region, said it closed additional financing from New Energy Capital. NEC and Geenex entered into their first financial arrangement in early 2019. Terms of the latest deal were not disclosed.  Proceeds are expected to fund development and operating expenses, and are expected to allow Geenex to advance its pipeline […]

InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips The world is pivoting toward clean energy as the world gets serious about decarbonization, with the market soon to grow by more than 30X. The post How I Found the Next Big Thing in Clean Energy Storage appeared first on InvestorPlace.

The U.S. energy storage market set a new record in the third quarter of 2021, with new system installations totaling 3,515 MWh. Wood Mackenzie and the U.S. Energy Storage Association’s (ESA) latest U.S. Energy Storage Monitor report said with market momentum building, it is likely this storage market record will be broken in the fourth quarter.… The post Astounding 1 GW of utility-scale energy storage installed in Q3 2021 appeared first on Solar Power World.

Ameresco has chosen battery supplier FlexGen Power Systems for a 2,150-MWh energy storage project for Southern California Edison. FlexGen will provide the energy storage technology along with its HybridOS energy management system platform. The energy storage systems will be sited at three SCE substations to provide on-demand energy to increase grid reliability. The SCE projects, targeted… The post Ameresco to deploy 2.15 GWh of FlexGen energy storage for Southern California Edison portfolio appeared first on Solar Power World.

There is a common misperception that “green energy” appeals mostly to liberals. However, at least some of the facts don’t support that view. A case in point can be found in the rooftop solar sector. “It’s not Republican or Democratic. It’s really American. It’s free enterprise,” Jayson Waller, founder and CEO of POWERHOME SOLAR, said […] The post Rooftop Solar and Energy Storage Are Not Republican or Democrat, They’re American appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Novel research in the journal Frontiers in Materials has explored the synthesis of multifunctional NiVCe-layered double hydroxide (NiVCe-LDH) nanoparticles. The NiVCe LDH nanomaterials demonstrated...

IHI Terrasun Solutions, a subsidiary of the IHI Corp., has signed an agreement with Leeward Renewable Energy to provide energy storage system solutions and lifecycle services for Leeward’s Willow Springs 3 and Chaparral Solar utility-scale solar + storage projects in Kern County, California. Upon completion of the respective construction projects, Willow Springs 3 and Chaparral… The post Terrasun to provide energy storage solutions for 174-MW solar, 352-MWh storage project in California appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar Basics is a video series by Solar Power World created to help installers learn about the business, tools and tricks of the solar power trade. Selling energy storage along with a solar project isn’t easy, but the benefits are growing more and more compelling for homeowners. Learn the most effective arguments for including storage… The post Solar Basics: Three ways to close a residential energy storage sale appeared first on Solar Power World.

Batteries made from an electrically conductive mixture the consistency of molasses could help solve a critical piece of

The power industry has been all abuzz lately about the potential role hydrogen could play in decarbonizing the energy sector. POWER was quick to notice the excitement surrounding hydrogen, and launched The post Want Long-Term Energy Storage? Look to Hydrogen appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Thermal energy storage (TES) is gaining interest and traction as a crucial enabler of reliable, secure, and flexible energy systems. The array of in-front-of-the-meter TES technologies under development The post Why Thermal Energy Storage Offers Hot Prospects for Power appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Wärtsilä and AGL Energy broke ground this week on the Torrens Island Battery facility, the 250 MW/250 MWh system announced in August.

A new virtual power plant (VPP) is being set up in PG&E territory in North and Central California. The PG&E Battery Storage Pilot Program of 100 homes will use LG energy storage systems and Sunverge’s DER software platform. The project also incorporates energy management circuit breakers from Eaton Corp., enabling the Sunverge platform’s holistic load… The post PG&E establishes VPP pilot program with LG energy storage systems appeared first on Solar Power World.

Scientists revealed the atmosphere-dependent relaxation and failure mechanisms of ESDs by in situ surface science methodology.

Hyundai recently unveiled a coordinated home-energy ecosystem, bundling EV charging, solar, and home energy storage. Dubbed Hyundai Home, the service will provide one-stop shopping for these products to Hyundai customers, the automaker said in a press release. It's scheduled to launch in certain markets in 2022. Rather than leaving customers to...

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Canadian Solar announced that its subsidiary CSI Solar signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement with China-based Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL), a global provider of new energy innovative technologies. According to the agreement, CSI Solar and CATL will establish a strategic partnership to cooperate holistically in the areas of battery storage system solutions, supply of… The post Canadian Solar expands energy storage offerings with CATL partnership appeared first on Solar Power World.

Safe, cheap and sustainable technology for energy storage has been developed. It is based on two major breakthroughs: the manufacture of wood-based electrodes in rolled form, and a new type of water-based electrolyte.

New report says energy storage of eight hours and more will be crucial to shift to renewables, and well need a lot of it between now and 2040. The post World needs up to 140TWh of long duration energy storage to meet net-zero goals appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Berkeley Lab researchers have reported a breakthrough in phase-change materials, which will improve the affordability of thermal energy