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Using Solar-Powered Flood Monitoring Systems to Make New York City Safer

Through a pilot program underway in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, solar design firm Voltaic Systems is working with NYC’s FloodNet cooperative to potentially bring greater security to neighborhoods throughout the metropolitan area.

What Is Hybrid Inverter

A hybrid inverter combines a solar inverter's functions and a battery storage inverter into one. Consequently, it can manage power produced by the solar array, the solar battery storage, and power from the grid.

Embracing Change: UK Pump Systems Manufacturer Champions Energy Transition Support

Today, the pump systems we design and manufacture for energy transition applications are becoming a large part of our portfolio and we are heavily involved in the development of new technology to aid the race to net zero.

Long Duration Energy Storage

Although there are several LDES technologies, A-CAES offers distinct advantages, including the ability to flexibly locate and at a scale that will enable the large-scale displacement of fossil fuels in energy systems.

The Streamlined Solar Permitting Solution our Industry Needs

Permitting delays are one of the most problematic aspects of residential solar deployment. Solar projects are governed by a patchwork of laws, regulations, and standards created by a host of governmental entities regarding zoning, construction, and more. 

Changing the Rules of Thermal Energy Storage

Power Panel’s Gen 20 Thermal Storage Tank scraps the concept of the traditional steel tank, replacing it with durable, safe, stable and recyclable thermoplastics. The result is a lightweight, secure, and rapidly-deployable thermal storage solution.

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Effective operations and monitoring of distributed energy resources

Large-scale DER installations are undoubtedly a positive addition to the energy network, but their integration and management is more complex than that of individual, smaller scale DERs.

The Role of Renewable Diesel in Decarbonizing Heavy Transport

Renewable diesel is an important aspect of heavy-transport decarbonization, but not the only option to consider. Decision-makers thinking of adopting it should consider how easily they can source the fuel and whether availability supports their typical needs.

SEIA Statement on Biden Administration's Action to Support American Clean Energy Manufacturing

Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on the administration’s announcement

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Qcells Investments Boost Georgia's Clean Energy Economy

New economic data shows how expanded clean energy manufacturing operations brings strong local and state economy benefits

RP Partners With Hubbell to Deliver End-to-End EBOS Solution

RP Construction Services (RP), a leading value-added distributor serving the utility-scale solar industry, announced today that it is partnering with Hubbell Incorporated (Hubbell) to include products from Hubbell's family of brands into RP's new end-to-end electrical balance-of-system (EBOS) offering.

Affordable Wire Management's Cable Management System (CMS) First in the Industry to Qualify for Sungrow's Most Advanced Inverters

Company's CMS first to achieve 630amp rating, sets industry standard for safety, increased power plant yield and lower LCOE

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Opens Registration for Inaugural Texas Event

November 2024 event will support solar + storage professionals seeking products, information, and connections for success in the Texas energy market

EM-POWER EUROPE: SPOTLIGHT ON ENERGY SHARING

The exhibition is rounded off by a varied program of presentations and discussions at the EM-Power Europe Conference and The smarter E Forum. EM-Power Europe is part of The smarter E Europe, Europe's largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry, and will take place in Munich from June 19-21, 2024, alongside Intersolar Europe, ees Europe and Power2Drive Europe.

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HPS EnduraCoilTM Cast Resin Medium Voltage Transformer

HPS EnduraCoil is a high-performance cast resin transformer designed for many demanding and diverse applications while minimizing both installation and maintenance costs. Coils are formed with mineral-filled epoxy, reinforced with fiberglass and cast to provide complete void-free resin impregnation throughout the entire insulation system. HPS EnduraCoil complies with the new NRCan 2019 and DOE 2016 efficiency regulations and is approved by both UL and CSA standards. It is also seismic qualified per IBC 2012/ASCE 7-10/CBC 2013. Cast resin transformers are self-extinguishing in the unlikely event of fire, environmentally friendly and offer greater resistance to short circuits. HPS also offers wide range of accessories for transformer protection and monitoring requirements.

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Southco, Inc.

Southco, Inc. is the leading global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we understand that first impressions are lasting impressions in product design. With unrivalled engineering resources, innovative products and a dedicated global team, Southco delivers the broadest portfolio of premium access solutions available to equipment designers throughout the world.