Tag: utility-scale
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Indiana-based NIPSCO adds 465 MW in solar projects as part of energy transition plan
Northern Indiana’s top utility company has energized its first two large-scale solar power projects, adding more than 450 MW of electricity production capacity. In the next step of its electric generation transition to a more balanced and reliable mix to serve customers, Merrillville-based Northern Indiana Public Service Co. LLC (NIPSCO), a subsidiary of NiSource Inc.,……
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Florida municipal utilities expand large-scale solar project
The Florida Municipal Solar Project is getting a major expansion, quadrupling the amount of solar power currently generated by the project. Developed by the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), in conjunction with 20 Florida municipal electric utilities and Origis Energy, the project is one of the largest municipal-backed solar initiatives in the United States. The……
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Wärtsilä adds innovative fire alarm system to ESS, complies with NFPA 69
GridSolv Quantum, Wärtsilä‘s energy storage system (ESS), is now compliant with the NFPA 69 Standard. Key to this designation was testing a new fire alarm system that Wärtsilä says is the most advanced on the market. Thermal runaway is a top concern in the long-duration, stationary ESS space, but newer, more rigorous testing and safety……
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Meet e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar’s rebranded utility-scale storage subsidiary
Canadian Solar Inc. announced the re-branding of CSI Energy Storage, which will now be known as e-STORAGE. This is CSI Solar’s utility-scale battery energy storage subsidiary and platform. Canadian Solar says e-STORAGE will operate as a distinct business unit, under CSI Solar. e-STORAGE launches with nearly 26 GWh of energy storage projects in its total pipeline……
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Altus Power completes 5 MW community solar array in New York
Altus Power Inc. has completed the development and construction of a 4.8 MW ground-mounted solar array in Cayuga County, New York. The asset will be owned and operated by Altus Power and will generate clean electric power in support of New York’s community solar program, serving both municipal and residential customers. “Altus Power continues to……