Enpower Greentech developed an A-Sample battery pack that was designed for class-1 commercial EV customers. The module utilizes Enpower Greentech’s energy-dense semi-solid state “Swift” batteries, which contain less liquid electrolyte, making it a safer and lighter chemistry choice for e-mobility when compared to other lithium-ion batteries commonly found in use today, Enpower said. “Range anxiety…

Photo: SANY Group SANY Renewable Energy, a wind turbine manufacturer in China, has built the world’s longest onshore wind turbine blade. The SY1310A is 430 feet (131 meters) long and rolled off the assembly line on January 21 at SANY’s zero-carbon, smart industrial park in Bayannur, Inner Mongolia. That means these giants sport…

Photo: Paired Power Meet PairTree – a solar-powered canopy that charges EVs off-grid – that’s made by US-based solar charging infrastructure manufacturer Paired Power. PairTree, which started to roll out commercially late last year, is quick and easy to set up – it takes only about four hours – and its ballasted steel foundation fits…

Published: January 18, 2024 Trinity Structures, Costco's electrification partner, said it had a successful deployment of the first off-grid electrified structures for Costco's fleet in its largest distribution center in Mira Loma, CA. The company said this milestone was achieved in only four months, accomplishing design, construction, and deployment with electrified structures that create, convert…

Photo: Avangrid A poll released today reveals that a clear majority of US coastal residents support offshore wind development. The enthusiasm spans across the political spectrum, from Democrats to Republicans to Independents, and includes those living on the East, West, and Gulf coasts, according to the poll from Climate Nexus and nonprofit offshore wind advocacy…

Photo: Hornsea Project Europe’s coal electricity generation tanked by 26% and gas by 15% in 2023, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember. That collapse resulted in an impressive 19% reduction in the EU’s power sector emissions. What’s more, for the first time, wind power, which grew by 18%, surpassed gas,…

Autel Energy introduced the MaxiCharger DC HiPower at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024. Following the initial deployment in Europe, Autel said it is extending its high-power charging network globally. The North American expansion began with facilities in Anaheim and North Carolina, with further developments across Europe, APAC and other regions. Charging hubs will be located…

Photo: Xcel Energy Xcel Energy just announced its big solar and wind plans in the US Midwest – here’s the lowdown. Minnesota’s largest utility expects to cut more than 80% – and possibly up to 88% – of its emissions by 2030, putting it on track to hit Minnesota’s goal of net zero by…

Photo: Tesla The UK slashed value-added tax (VAT) to zero for folks installing battery storage in their homes from February 1, 2024. UK battery storage cost drops 20% This is a big deal because VAT is 20% in the UK, so this makes battery storage much more wallet-friendly. Buildings used solely for charitable purposes also…

EVs, PHEVs, and hybrids made up 16.3% of total light-duty vehicle (LDV) sales in the US in 2023 – Tesla’s price cuts were a big reason. The 2023 percentage is 3.4% higher than in 2022, when hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and BEV sales made up 12.9% of total sales. The second half of 2023 saw…