If you’re anything like me, it’s easy to get excited about the constantly evolving world of solar energy. In fact, some pretty fascinating developments have been happening recently in the solar sphere! From Texas weathering a tropical storm that hardly disrupted their solar infrastructure to fresh advancements in solar panel recycling, there’s plenty to talk about.
Let’s kick things off by discussing Enphase Energy’s new EV charger for commercial fleets, the CS-100. This charger is poised to be quite the game-changer with its capacity to provide up to 19.2 kW of continuous power output. Moreover, it will empower fleet operators to set up their charging schedules using the Enphase’s unique COSMOS interface. Technology like this is what makes solar such a pivotal piece of our energy future.
Meanwhile, SolarEdge, one of the leading solar companies, is making waves by aiming to qualify for U.S. domestic content incentives. This move promises to positively impact the nation’s economy by bringing over 1,500 new jobs to the U.S through contract manufacturing facilities. Solar companies, such as SolarEdge, are truly paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
Despite the praise, it’s crucial to note that the solar industry still faces its challenges. Ensuring the cybersecurity of our solar systems, for instance, has become a growing concern. The National Institute of Standards and Technology has pinpointed a cybersecurity risk for smart inverters, which has called for the development of new prevention guidelines.
In terms of advancements in our homes, Generac has marked another milestone by introducing a new, residential EV charger. This Level 2 charger can offer between 25 and 30 miles of charge per hour. Therefore, if you are contemplating installing solar panels for your home, then innovations like these make the investment all the more worthwhile.
And now for some solar resilience! Amidst Tropical Storm Beryl, Texas stood strong. Although the storm caused a noticeable but temporary dip in solar generation potential, cross-referencing with grid operator reports revealed that very little solar production went offline due to the storm. This illustrates the robustness and reliability of a solar array for homes, even amidst severe weather conditions.
Continuing on the theme of innovation, the latest report from the IEA Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA-PVPS) has shed light on a remarkable 456 patents in PV module recycling. From pure mechanical recycling to innovative techniques like light pulse treatment, water-jet cleaning, pyrolysis, and chemical treatments, solar panel recycling is broadening its horizons and working towards minimizing waste.
Last but not least, let’s discuss Volytica and Sinovoltaics’ new service for 100% battery pack review at the factory. The BESSential analysis surpasses traditional Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) by evaluating each battery energy storage system pack down to the cell level. This is a significant step forward in detecting and correcting thermal, electrical, and capacity imbalance issues.
Stay tuned for more updates in the exciting world of solar, where the future looks brighter every day.
Original Articlehttps://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/07/16/sunrise-brief-protecting-smart-inverters-from-cyberattack/
