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Preparing for change - Resistors help to get the most out of wind power

Offshore farms are much further from the grid than their onshore counterparts, meaning there are less readily available connection points to distribute power to the transmission network.

Virtualization: The next step in substation evolution

Here, Jurgen Resch, Industry Manager for Energy at automation supplier COPA-DATA, explores the concept of virtual substations, the benefits and challenges of virtualization in PAC, and how software supports transformation.

Automotive Electrification Movement

Experts from two industry-leading electronics companies Molex and DigiKey—shed light on the current state of the electrification movement and key considerations for the future of the automotive industry.

Boosting Wind and Solar Power Sustainability with Corrosion Prevention

With corrosion as a key enemy of wind and solar longevity, Cortec® reminds manufacturers not only of the importance of proper materials selection during the design phase, but also of the benefits of a few simple corrosion preventative steps during shipping and maintenance.

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Decommissioning and End-of-Life Planning: Why Care Today?

When a BESS does reach the end of its useful life, disposal can be a complex task that must be carefully planned and executed. If you are just starting the permitting process, or in the early stages of BESS project development, this article is for you!

The Future of Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure Development

Electrification isn’t just about chargers - it also requires advancing technology. So we’re working to leverage fleet management software, telematics, and vehicle-infrastructure integration in optimizing routes, reducing energy costs, and ensuring smooth operations.

Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) Systems

With wastewater being prevalent in every city across North America, the market for WET systems exceeds $24 billion. WET systems provide meaningful carbon reduction for dense urban centres where other technologies like Geoexchange are not viable or practical.

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EM-POWER EUROPE: NEGATIVE ELECTRICITY PRICES ARE NO CAUSE FOR CONCERN

First of all, negative electricity prices are not the end of the world. In fact, they show that the electricity market is working and that the supply of climate-neutral, renewable electricity exceeds momentary demand.

Data Centers' Long-Term Energy Plans Can Reap the Benefits of Future Small-Modular Reactors

Distributed energy resources (DERs) are proving effective in getting new data centers up and running, and providing the additional power that existing locations need. There are many different types of DERs that may be considered including small modular reactors (SMRs).

New study finds U.S. lead battery industry contributes 106,050 jobs and $35 billion in economic output

The U.S. lead battery industry featured 106,050 jobs, including both full-time and part-time positions across manufacturing, recycling, transportation and distribution, and other fields.

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CarbonScape Secures U.S. Patent for Breakthrough Graphite Technology, Advancing Domestic Supply of Critical Raw Materials for EV Batteries

This milestone strengthens CarbonScape's position as a leader in alternative graphite production and accelerates its U.S. expansion-addressing the geopolitical, economic and environmental challenges of today's electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain.

Ampion Partners with Erie County, NY to Bring Community Solar Savings to Low-Income Residents

• Low-income residents in Erie County, New York, will save up to 10% on their utility bills through a new community solar program, the Erie County Low Income Program for Sustainable Energy (ECLIPSE). • Ampion will handle ongoing subscription management and will work closely with Erie County on subscriber acquisition.

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PSB Industries Showcases Advanced CO2 Dryers for Air Separation Applications

Revolutionizing Gas Purification in Air Separation with Ultra-Dry CO2 Solutions, Zero Emissions, and Customizable Features

Mission Solar Energy Expands Operations with Solar Cell Manufacturing

The expansion, set for completion in early 2026, is expected to create 500 new U.S. jobs.

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MORNINGSTAR - GenStar MPPT

MORNINGSTAR - GenStar MPPT

GenStar MPPT is the industry's first fully integrated solar DC charging system, an all-new design with "lithium DNA" from the leader in charge controllers. Out of the box, GenStar is an overachiever-delivering legendary Morningstar quality, efficiency, power and reliability along with the latest in advanced communications and control technologies. All the most installer-requested features are on-board; additional features can be easily added via Morningstar's ReadyBlock expansion technology, with snap-in blocks that provide battery metering and monitoring, signaling and load control, and lithium battery communications/control

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S-5!

S-5!

In 1992, S-5! invented the very market space of manufactured roof attachment solutions. S-5!'s clamps and brackets are engineered for a variety of applications, including residential and commercial solar installations on exposed-fastened and standing seam metal roofing. The company has a portfolio of more than 5+ GigaWatts of rooftop solar arrays, including many Fed-Ex and Walmart buildings; 700 Costco stores in eight countries; international airports; and corporate headquarters for Google, IBM, NATO, NREL and Apple. S-5! technologies are also affordable for domestic applications with more than 15,000 such solar installations in 50 countries.