Tag: News
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Trina Storage launches Elementa 2 with new ESS safety features
Safety and fire prevention is of utmost concern in energy storage systems. Trina Storage launched Elementa 2 in February, its new large-scale energy storage system (ESS) that features an upgraded pack design, smart liquid cooling for thermal management, and a robust fire mitigation and suppression system. This grid-scale LFP battery system (4.07 MWh total capacity)……
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Mitsubishi Power spins battery storage business into separate company Prevalon
Mitsubishi Power Americas is transforming its battery energy storage solutions (BESS) business into a standalone and legally separated company, Prevalon. Prevalon will concentrate independently on battery energy storage. It enters the market with an established track record, robust pipeline of global projects, and proven technology from Mitsubishi Power’s BESS business. The BESS business at Mitsubishi……
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AWM debuts new cable tensioning winch and improved beam rod
Solar cable management systems manufacturer Affordable Wire Management (AWM) alluded to new hardware offerings in a recent Q&A with Solar Builder, the PHOTON Kit and the HELIOS Beam Rod, both of which are now available. Let’s take a look. AWM’s PHOTON Kit uses winch technology to streamline construction during messenger cable install. Traditionally, above-ground cable……
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12 takeaways from VDE tracker hail stow strategies report
Protecting solar facilities from damaging weather can save project stakeholders big in the long run. A new report from VDE Americas and Wells Fargo Renewable Energy & Environmental Finance provides actionable strategies for the best way to stow trackers during a hail storm or other similar event. Published Feb. 14, “Best Practices for Hail Stow of Single-Axis……
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Bob Westphal Memorial Scholarship accepting applications to support energy construction
The Bob Westphal Memorial Scholarship is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year. Awarded to students interested in pursuing a career in energy construction, applications for the $2,500 scholarship are due by May 31. Students can submit applications through the SkillsUSA website at skillsusa.org. The Bob Westphal Memorial Scholarship is a five-year program that was established……