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Southco: Future-Proofing Energy Storage - How Hardware Standards Secure Infrastructure that Lasts

For an enclosure to pass rigorous testing, every component on that enclosure must be trusted not to fail. Let’s explore some of these standards and considerations, the environments they are used in, and the hardware that can help meet them.

Why edge AI alleviates the need for “flexible” data centers

The future of sustainable AI isn’t about managing massive centralized loads more cleverly—it’s about distributing intelligence to where it’s actually needed, with the energy efficiency that comes naturally from edge computing.

Recent Advances in Solar Cell Technology for Transportation Applications

VIPVs are seen as a viable environment- and nature-promoting transportation source, as solar energy is provided onboard, along with batteries, so that vehicles do not have to depend entirely on external charging resources.

INDJI Watch - Plan - Respond - Investigate

Our patented methodology of modeling threats against the wind farm’s complete assets has often given our customers 5-10 minutes earlier alerts for lightning.

Printed, Placed, Powered: Can Robotics Close the Gap in Flexible Solar Manufacturing?

This article takes a look at what flexible solar actually is, along with its challenges, and the technical steps needed to make it a practical reality.

Terrasmart Launches In-House Ground Screw Production for Solar Sites

The move is the latest in the company’s vertical integration strategy to strengthen supply chain resilience

Solar Under Storm III

The next chapter in designing hurricane-resilient PV systems in a world of increasing tropical storms. Solar Under Storm III is the next step forward to providing technical guidance to enhance solar system durability against Category 5 hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones.

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US energy storage installations reach new quarterly record in Q2 with 5.6 GW

The utility-scale market led the way, setting a record with 4.9 GW installed in Q2, enough capacity to power 3.7 million American homes during average peak demand.

Wasted wind and the UK's curtailment challenge - Why clean energy goes unused and how technology can help

Every time turbines are switched off, revenue is lost, bills rise and carbon savings are wasted. For consumers, that means paying for energy that never reaches their homes — a frustration that grows as wind makes up more and more of the power mix.

EVE Energy Achieves World's First 400MWh Energy Storage Project with 628Ah Ultra-Large Cells

EVE Energy delivered and grid-connected 80 Mr.Giant energy storage systems and 40 integrated converter cabins within just one week, demonstrating exceptional project execution capabilities.

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CKR Solar + Storage Delivers Energy Independence with Advanced Solar + Storage Installation for Rural Family Clinic

Discover how CKR Solar + Storage helped The Clinic P.C., a critical resource provider in the rural community of Toxey, Alabama, achieve true energy independence. The energy ecosystem designed and installed by CKR is designed to not only save them money on their energy bill, but to help them endure grid surges and outages that are commonplace in rural areas.

Energy Tech Solution Launches 'Made in America Cell Foundry' to Accelerate Battery Development in the United States

Dr. Bruno Vanzieleghem Hired as CEO of ETS North America to Drive Innovation in Battery Startup Sector

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS NOW OPEN: CONTRIBUTIONS WANTED FOR THE SMARTER E EUROPE 2026 CONFERENCES

The goal is to actively shape the ongoing dialogue on renewable energies, sector coupling, system integration, and the transformation toward a sustainable energy future. The submission deadline for abstracts is December 5, 2025.

Home Energy Storage Systems: The Next Big Wave in Decentralized Energy

According to Precedence Research, the global home energy storage systems (HESS) market is entering a high-growth phase, expanding from USD 3.08 billion in 2025 to USD 6.89 billion by 2034, reflecting a healthy CAGR of 9.35%. This surge is driven by three converging forces: rising grid instability, a global push for renewable energy adoption, and rapid advancements in battery technology.

GoldenPeaks Capital and Huawei Expand Their Renewable Energy Partnership with Grid Forming BESS Projects in Europe

This cooperation is strengthened at a significant moment of global transition from classic energy structures accelerating into their transition to renewable energy. With the aim to cope with grid stability challenges due to the increasing high proportion of renewable energy and its integration into the grid, the two parties will combine their core strengths to build state of the art industry benchmark projects.

Alternative Energy - Featured Product

Nature’s Generator MyGrid 10K

Nature's Generator MyGrid 10K

A 10,000W plug & play whole-home generator with a 10kWh LiFePO4 battery for reliable backup power. Features easy setup, flexible 120V/208-240V input, and solar/wind charging. Expandable with extra batteries or solar panels, and can pair two units for 20,000W for even larger energy needs. Powers your home during power outages, reduces electricity costs, and supports sustainable energy.

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CSP US Inc.

CSP US Inc.

As a software manufacturer, CSP GmbH & Co. KG offers its customers bespoke solutions for the discrete manufacturing applications. This makes it easy to secure and document the quality of production processes - from development to delivery!