Renewables developer Longroad Energy secures $600 million in debt financing
The funding adds to a $500 million equity investment made in Longroad Energy in 2022. Longroad Energy Holdings, a U.S. renewable energy developer, owner and operator announced it closed $600 million in debt financing to support the growth of its solar, wind, and battery energy storage portfolio. The credit facility is composed of a $275 […]
Wärtsilä launches Quantum High Energy storage system
Wärtsilä has launched a new energy storage system with advanced safety features, the Quantum High Energy (QuantumHE). QuantumHE uses high-energy density battery cells (306 Ah), active dehumidification, pre-fabricated fire walls, external door latches for first responders, gas detection ports, centrally located dual-sprinklers and leakage protection for coolants, electrolytes and global warming-potential refrigerants (GWP). “Over the… […]
Gov Muftwang pledges to strengthen unity among religious groups
Tribune Online Gov Muftwang pledges to strengthen unity among religious groups Governor Caleb Muftwang of Plateau State has expressed his determination to strengthen unity among Christians, Muslims, and all ethnic groups in the State. The governor, who stated this during an inspection of some of the ongoing projects within Jos-Bukuru metropolis on Monday, expressed satisfaction […]
Clir Renewables releases new software to model hourly energy production
Clir Renewables has released new technology to model the variability of hourly energy production. Powered by machine learning and over 200 GW of data, the software greatly improves upon the accuracy of industry standard approaches to modeling production shape and volume. The result is quality data to support owners and operators with production and revenue… […]
Lessons learned: Battery energy storage systems
Taking a rigorous approach to inspection is crucial across the energy storage supply chain. Chi Zhang and George Touloupas, of Clean Energy Associates (CEA), explore common manufacturing defects in battery energy storage systems (BESS’) and how quality-assurance regimes can detect them. From pv magazine 11/23 CEA started developing energy storage services in 2015, at a […]
Grid interconnection: The bottleneck holding back renewables developers
“The reality is that without adequate electric grids and processes in place to connect this new wave of electricity supply with demand, it will be hard, if not impossible, to reach our clean energy goals,” writes Jeff Perry of Agilitas Energy. A clean energy future is coming. As the world is set to add a […]
Let status quo remain, respect resolutions reached with Tinubu – Group tells Aiyedatiwa
The Ondo Progressives Network (OPN), has called on the embattled Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to honour the resolution reached during a recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu over the political crisis in the state. The group expressed concern on Monday over speculations that the deputy governor is collaborating with some members of […]
Access Bank partners Asolar to power SMEs, communities with eco-friendly energy solutions
Access Bank Plc, in collaboration with Asolar, has launched a green energy solution to tackle power supply challenges faced by small and medium enterprises and rural communities across Nigeria. The products, which included solar-powered TV sets, Air Conditioners, PoS machines, among many others, were launched on Tuesday at the Access Bank Branch in Garki, Abuja. […]
Contractor’s Corner: Alternative Energy Southeast (AES) Georgia installer builds trusted brand with electrical background and willingness to try new tech.
The residential and commercial solar market is a competitive space, with national players and local outfits each vying for a piece. While bigger companies may be able to offer lower prices with their economies of scale, smaller companies with established local reputations often boast the highest-quality jobs and post-install service. One such regional business, Alternative… […]
Ex-PGF DG Lukman says Fubara at risk of emasculation with dissolution of Rivers APC exco
Former Director General of the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), Dr Salihu Lukman has sounded a note of warning to the Rivers State Governor, Mr Siminalaye Fubara, of an impending move to undermine him following the dissolution of the executive members of the Rivers state chapter of the All progressives Congress (APC). Lukman, in a piece […]