EDF Renewables North America has signed a 15-year 332MWdc Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) with McDonald's USA. The power will come from the Apollo solar project in Texas, which is expected to come online in June 2024. After completion, the project can produce 619,000MWh of clean energy per year. In addition, the VPPA with EDF Renewables will bring McDonald's closer to its 2030 emissions re...
As hurricane season approaches, many people living in coastal areas wonder if their homes and businesses are prepared. One of the biggest concerns is whether or not solar panels can withstand the high winds and flying debris that come with these storms. The popularity of solar systems has increased as energy costs rise, but how are solar panels in heavy winds — and can they stand up to a hur...
According to research by the design industry association VDMA, in the second quarter of 2022, demand for solar panel production equipment made in Europe surged by 62%, with orders from Europe surpassing orders from Asian countries for the first time. solar energy system sales by European manufacturers increased by 62% in the first quarter, with European sales soaring fourfold. European orders rece...
How to Prevent or Reduce Solar Panel Fire Risk Some of the precautions that you can take include: Choosing experienced solar PV installers An experienced solar installer is likely to have a good reputation in the area. Apart from looking at their reputation and years of experience, the technician should have the required licenses. It ascertains that they know how to do a good job and that th...
This is by far one of the most frequently asked questions by would-be owners of solar energy systems. It’s only natural for UK residents to wonder whether solar panels produce energy in the winter. How long will solar panels continue to generate energy when the temperatures drop and the skies darken? In a place like the United Kingdom, where the winter is only three months long but might fee...
At 18:16 on November 18, 2022, the largest single centralized (shared) energy storage power station in Hubei Province will be fully connected to the grid for power generation! The solar project covers an area of more than 20 acres, with a total installed capacity of 60MW/120MWh. The solar energy storage system includes two types: liquid cooling (capacity 30MW/61.9MWh) and air cooling (capacity 30....
Electricity prices are skyrocketing and home energy bills are getting more and more expensive. Most people are looking for ways to save money on their electricity bills. Either way, even if you can only save a small amount, it’s still a good thing. Many people choose to install solar panels on the roof of their house, which is a smart choice. And what about those renters or apartment owners ...
In a world where power can be accessed from everywhere, is it important to know what an off-grid solar inverter is? What are the advantages of using one, and how does it work? What is an off-grid solar inverter? Solar inverters are useful devices that can help power off-grid systems. The three main solar inverters are grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid inverters. A grid-tied inverter converts D...
For businesses and homeowners that have made the switch to solar energy, there may come a time when you want to upgrade your system. Maybe you’ve outgrown your current system or maybe you’re just looking for ways to make your home or business more sustainable. Whatever the reason, there are many different upgrades available for solar energy systems. Adding Panels Increasing the n...
