University don proffers solution to cybercrime in Nigeria
A university don and computer expert, Professor Rasheed Gbenga Jimoh, has tasked the federal government to support the use of biometric technology in public places to check cybercrime activities in the country. Professor Rasheed, also recommended the use of fingerprint authentication in all educational processes within the university system to prevent cases of impersonation and […]
Leeward Renewable Energy completes 100-MW solar project for Verizon
Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) announced that has completed construction of its 100-MW Oak Trail Solar project near Moyock, North Carolina, and the facility has reached commercial operation. Construction began in October 2022, and Verizon Communications has supported the development of Oak Trail Solar through a long-term virtual purchase agreement. LRE hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting event,… […]
Subsidy removal: No instant solution to Nigeria’s problems – Tinubu
Tribune Online Subsidy removal: No instant solution to Nigeria’s problems – Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has said that the solution to Nigeria’s problem cannot be like instant coffee, noting that what the country is going through is like the pain of birth but after it will come merriment. Speaking at the public presentation of “Brutally […]
The American-made solar panel mystery Commentary from a U.S. solar panel manufacturer.
Patrick Regan, president of U.S. panel manufacturer Crossroads Solar in Indiana, believes his company’s solar panels meet domestic-content guidelines even without American-made cells. Crossroads, which puts more emphasis on employment than output, can use its higher labor costs to meet the 40% threshold. One of the more confusing conversations in the solar business these days… […]
Lagos govt partners foreign Varsity, others for solution to climate change
Tribune Online Lagos govt partners foreign Varsity, others for solution to climate change Lagos State government said it is partnering with the Creative Youth Community Development Initiative – Solution17 for Climate Action, and New York University, Abu Dhabi, to promote climate change awareness and action through artistic expression. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of the Environment and […]
SolarEdge adds power control system to inverter for system oversizing
Installers can avoid costly main panel upgrades due to updates to the company’s Home Hub and Wave inverters. SolarEdge, a provider of inverters for residential and commercial solar projects, announced it has released updates to its Home Hub and Wave inverters in the U.S., adding a new power control system (PCS). The new PCS integrated […]
Canadian Solar to deliver 1200 MWh of battery energy storage in Arizona
The Papago energy storage project for APS will use Canadian Solar’s subsidiary’s e-Storage SolBank, a containerized, proprietary battery energy storage solution. Once operational, the project is expected to dispatch enough power for approximately 244,000 homes for four hours every day. Canadian Solar Inc. announced that e-Storage, part of its majority-owned subsidiary CSI Solar, will deliver 1,200 MWh […]
Energy security: FG to absorb artisanal refiners into mainstream crude refining
From Uche Usim, Abuja A major decision towards ensuring energy security in Nigeria has been taken by the federal government through the integration of artisanal refiners into the mainstream crude oil refining. The move aside from providing sustainable energy sources for Nigerians, also advances responsible practices in the oil and gas sector to guard […]
Aradel Holdings eyes energy market leadership
Niger Delta Exploration & Production Plc has rebranded to Aradel Holdings, to better reflect its long-term strategy of becoming Africa’s leading organisation in the delivery of sustainable energy solutions. The company’s new identity was unveiled in Lagos recently. In his remarks, the Chairman of Aradel Holdings, Ladi Jadesimi, reflected on the company’s rich history and […]
CSOs make case for clean, affordable energy ahead of Africa Climate Week
Tribune Online CSOs make case for clean, affordable energy ahead of Africa Climate Week The recent trend towards short-lived investment for extraction of limited fossil energy does not secure Africa’s energy future and development. Civil society organisations on the continent have identified this is as a major concern for Africa, especially in light of recent […]