New Zinc Battery Delivers 3-12 Hours Of Utility-Scale Energy Storage
The US startup Eos Energy Enterprises is scaling up production of its nonflammable, “Z3” zinc battery for long duration, utility scale energy storage.
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Churches in Louisiana Installing Solar + Storage as Hurricane Prep
As a Floridian, I am quite used to the threat and destruction of hurricanes. However, it seems like one state — a much smaller state — is hit even more and worse than Florida. That would be Louisiana. Interestingly, an unexpected sector of society is taking it into their own … [continued]
Trump’s Tariffs Are An Economic & Environmental Boomerang
The first Trump trade war was a disaster for US cleantech, and it looks like 2025 is setting up to be an encore performance. Between 2018 and 2020, Trump’s tariffs on solar panels cost the US an estimated 10.5 GW of lost solar capacity, delaying the transition to clean energy … [continued]
Hydrogen Buses Keep Failing — De Lijn Is Just The Latest To Cut Losses
Founded in 1947 in Belgium, Van Hool was a storied name in bus and coach manufacturing, known for producing a range of vehicles spanning diesel, hybrid, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel-cell models. For decades, it supplied public and private transport fleets across Europe and beyond, cementing its reputation as an innovative … [continued]
Steal This Powerful BLUETTI Home Backup System — As Low As $3850!
Secure Energy Independence With BLUETTI’s EP800 & B500 Battery Bundle For homeowners seeking a robust and reliable home energy solution, the BLUETTI EP800 paired with two B500 batteries presents an exceptional opportunity. This bundle, now available at a significant discount, not only offers substantial energy independence but also potential financial … [continued]
Tesla Powerwall 3 Now Available In South Africa
I have fond memories of the Tesla Powerwall. A colleague of mine had the honor of having the first ever Powerwall 1 installed in South Africa. Then a couple of years later, I participated in a groundbreaking project. Tesla collaborated with Zimbabwe’s largest mobile network operator to roll out what … [continued]
EcoFlow DELTA Pro + Two 220W Solar Panels: The Ultimate Powerhouse Is 52% Off
For those who live and breathe off-grid adventures, backup power, or renewable energy solutions, the EcoFlow DELTA Pro + 2*220W Portable Solar Panels bundle is a deal you simply can’t ignore. With a staggering 52% discount, slashing its price from $5,096 to just $2,449, this is the perfect opportunity to … [continued]
Airstream Introduces The 20Xe: The Future Of Electric-Ready Off-Grid Adventure
Airstream has been at the forefront of travel trailer innovation for decades, and with the introduction of the Basecamp 20Xe, the company is taking a major step into the future of off-grid and electric-capable adventure travel. As the first Basecamp model designed specifically with all-electric capability in mind, the 20XE … [continued]
Domaine Carneros Takes Control Of Its Energy Future With A Schneider Electric Microgrid
The Domaine Carneros winery in Napa, California, partnered with global electric solutions provider Schneider Electric to transform their onsite solar and generator installations into a full fledged microgrid. Schneider Electric invited CleanTechnica up for a look at the microgrid, a tour of the facility, and some time to talk with … [continued]
In Solar vs. Gas Matchup, It Was Energy Storage That Killed The Beast
Researchers are zeroing in on the value of utility-scale energy storage systems as a replacement for gas peaker plants and other grid services.
