Tag: Batteries
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What batteries should you be installing? DNV GL launches Battery Performance Scorecard
There is a lot of noise when it comes to battery specs and performance claims as it relates to solar + energy storage and microgrid projects. To cut through the clutter, DNV GL, one of the largest independent energy expert and certification body, released its first annual Battery Performance Scorecard,Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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SimpliPhi launches Installer Qualification Program
To better serve its network of installers operating in more than 35 countries and growing worldwide, SimpliPhi Power is introducing a new Installer Qualification Program, SimpliPhi I.Q., to provide ongoing continuing education, technical training, sales and co-marketing support to the company’s partners in the field. Two tiers of certification areRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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SolarEdge acquires stake in South Korea lithium-ion battery cell provider
SolarEdge Technologies Inc. keeps preparing for the solar + storage energy future, entering into definitive agreements to acquire a majority stake in Kokam Co. Ltd. Headquartered in South Korea and founded in 1989, Kokam is a provider of lithium-ion battery cells, batteries and energy storage solutions. SolarEdge develops “smartRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Lead-acid upgrade? Tydrolyte promotes new electrolyte to replace sulfuric acid in batteries
The lead–acid battery consisting of lead, lead oxide, and a sulfuric acid electrolyte was invented in 1859 by French physicist Gaston Planté and is the oldest type of rechargeable battery. Lead batteries have been and continue to be the most popular rechargeable battery with over 400 GWh shipped annually accordingRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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EnerSys shows complete line of battery, stand by power options for solar installs at Intersolar
EnerSys featured a broad selection of standby power solutions for renewable energy applications at the Intersolar North America exhibition in San Francisco, July 10-12. EnerSys manufactures a range of batteries for standby power and energy storage solutions for applications that range from small, off-grid solar energy operations to large-scaleRead More — Solar Builder magazine