Explore New Renewable Energy Solutions with Procarte at Solar Energy Expo 2025
The 4th edition of Solar Energy Expo in Warsaw (Jan 14-16) offers professionals a unique platform for inspiration and growth in the dynamic renewable energy industry.
Researchers Analyze Climate-Neutral Heat in Urban Areas
Researchers aim to ensure reliable, affordable, and sustainable heat supply in existing multi-family homes in urban areas.
Solar Power Market Development 2024: Surpassing the 100 Gigawatt Mark
In 2024, the Federal Network Agency registered over a million new solar power systems, with newly installed photovoltaic capacity growing by about 10% compared to the previous year.
Research Project Medea: Splitting Methane into Hydrogen and Carbon
The Medea research project aims to split methane into hydrogen and carbon using plasma cracking. The carbon can be stored, removing it from the CO2 cycle.
Atec Offers Naext Power Storage Solutions
Atec, a provider of heat pumps and exhaust systems for heat generators based on combustion processes, is adding Second-Life power storage solutions from Naext to its product range.
CONPYMES Demands Yolanda Díaz Fulfill Government Pledge to Democratize Social Dialogue
CONPYMES, representing over 2 million SMEs and self-employed individuals in Spain, demands that the Ministry of Labour and Social Economy, led by Yolanda Díaz, fulfill its 2024 government plan to enact a law regulating the representativeness of SMEs in social dialogue and collective bargaining. The organization emphasizes the importance of democratic social dialogue for Spain's competitiveness and inclusivity, aligning with European social model guidelines. CONPYMES highlights the need for transparent and open representativeness procedures, criticizing the current monopoly of large corporations in social dialogue negotiations, which disadvantages SMEs.
European Electricity Markets Hit Lowest Prices Since 2021 Due to Renewables and Gas Price Drop
In 2024, major European electricity markets saw their lowest annual prices since 2021, mostly below 80 €/MWh. This was due to record solar photovoltaic production, increased wind power in Portugal, and lower gas and CO₂ prices. Electricity demand also recovered in most markets.
PVT Module Ready for Heat Pump Collaboration
A new photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) module is set to work with a wide range of air-to-water heat pumps. Combining these technologies will boost the self-production of electrical and thermal energy in prosumer homes.
Voltfang, based in Aachen, has secured ISO-9001 certification from TÜV Süd for its production of second-life battery storage systems for industrial, commercial, and grid applications.
Simulation Software for District Heating Management
The AD Net Heat simulation software developed by Fraunhofer researchers models heat flows in entire networks, predicts peak loads, and aids in planning new networks.
Solar Power: Ecoflow Introduces AI-Based Energy Management System Oasis
Ecoflow's AI-based photovoltaic energy management system, Oasis, aims to help users maximize their solar yield and save on electricity costs.
Network Charges Decrease in Northern and Eastern German States
An analysis by power supplier Rabot Energy shows which German states will see average network charges decrease and where they tend to increase in the coming year.
Malfunction at LNG Terminal in Norway. Facility Temporarily Closed
A malfunction and leak occurred on Thursday afternoon at an LNG terminal in northern Norway. Its owner reported that the Hammerfest LNG plant has been temporarily closed.
"Drill, Baby, Drill!": Trump Pushes for More Oil, Less Wind Power in the North Sea
President-elect Donald Trump advocates for increased oil drilling in the North Sea at the expense of wind farm construction. He commented on another US drilling company's decision to halt operations.
Slovak PM on Gas Transit Halt: 'Zelensky Acting Against EU'
Slovakia's PM Robert Fico called Ukraine's halt on Russian gas transit to the EU 'Zelensky's sabotage.' In a Thursday video, he threatened to cut off power supplies to Ukraine and discussed limiting support for Ukrainian refugees in Slovakia.
Oil Price Stabilization in the USA
Oil prices on the New York fuel exchange are seeing little change. Investors are evaluating the outlook for demand for the commodity, analyzing the condition of the Chinese economy.
Trina Retracts Sec. 337 Investigation Against Canadian Solar
Trina Solar has withdrawn its Sec. 337 investigation complaint against competitors producing TOPCon solar panels. The company had previously requested an ITC investigation to halt infringing imports.
Treasury Finalizes Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit Rules
The U.S. Treasury and IRS have released final rules for the Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit, addressing key issues to advance the industry while meeting emission requirements.
Navigating the Path for Distributed Solar in 2025
As the U.S. prepares for another term, the solar industry faces new challenges and opportunities. Wilson Chang, CEO of Sunrock Distributed Generation, discusses market trends and shares insights.
NV Energy Enhances Solar and Storage Value in Latest Resource Plan
The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) has approved NV Energy's three-year resource plan, emphasizing the value of distributed energy resources like local solar and storage for their cost-effectiveness. The PUCN also mandated more regular stakeholder interactions.
Federal Network Agency Publishes 2024 Electricity Market Data
Following Fraunhofer ISE, the Federal Network Agency has also released electricity market data for 2024, with some variations in details.
European Solar Monitor: ZNT Identifies Top-Grossing Photovoltaic Companies
Eleven European photovoltaic companies generating over 100 million euros in revenue offer solar systems to end customers. Six of these top-grossing companies are German.
RWE Secures 31 Solar Parks in Polish Auction
RWE strengthens its position in the Polish renewable energy market by securing 31 solar projects in the latest auction.
Federal Network Agency: Power Grid Expansion Progresses
Planning for 2,700 kilometers of power lines is complete and construction can begin. In 2024, the Federal Network Agency approved more line kilometers than ever before.
