Off-grid Power Articles
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The Big Deal With FUEL CELLS
Hydrogen is increasingly seen as a fuel of the future. Globally, more than 65,000 fuel cells, totaling over 300 MW, were shipped worldwide in 2016. Introduction The third industrial revolution, according to American economic and social theorist Jeremy Rifkin, will create a prosperous economy powered by clean energy and the Internet of Things. Hydrogen will be leveraged as one of the critical ...
By GenCell Ltd
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Managing Battery Charging - Using Diversion Loads
Tcharge regulation can be relatively simple: When the I-'1/batteries are full, the controller disconnects the PV r array. Adding wind or microhydro to the system makes charge regulation more complicated, since turbines may overspecd if unloaded. Often, diversion control is the solution. Off-grid "hybrid" combinations of solar, wind, or microhydro have been around for decades. These renewable ...
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Ross Creek Hydroelectric Project - Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada - Case Study
Stistics: Turbine: One single nozzle Pelton Generator: One 150kW single phase synchronous generator @ 1200 RPM Rated head: 305m Rated flow: 0.057m3/sec Commissioned: 2012 This is one of two micro hydro power plants built for the supply of electricity to an equestrian center, which consists of three large farm buildings and one house. The two plants are within one kilometer of each, but ...
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A further step towards sustainable growth: Windkinetic enters in FRIEM Group
As a global reference in energy conversion systems, FRIEM accelerates on the energy field by acquiring Windkinetic, an Italian company dedicated to provide innovative solutions for offgrid and microgrid systems, integrating different renewable energy sources and battery storage. With this step, coherent with FRIEM’s Industrial Plan 2018-2022, the group keeps on supporting the demand for ...
By Friem S.p.A.
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olar Off-Grid system Queensland, Australia - Case Study
Project Overview Location: Queensland, Australia Project type: Roof-Mounted Off-Grid System System Size: 26.25 kW Number of Modules: 105 Product: Phono Solar 250W Poly Completion Date: December 2014 Construction Period: 8 Months Estimated generating capacity: 41,421 kWh/year Estimated CO2 saving: 35.08 tons/year This project was ...
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Orbost Gas Plant Upgrade, Australia - Case Study
Clarke Energy has been engaged by APA Group to provide engineering design and supply of four of GE’s high efficiency Jenbacher 420 1.498 MWe containerised gas engines for the Orbost Gas Plant upgrade in Victoria, Australia. This package is a proven “off-the-shelf” original equipment manufacturer (OEM) solution, with over 100 similar units currently in successful operation ...
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Brilliant Ideas for Beautiful and Functional Solar Lighting
Commercial solar lighting has quickly become one of the most popular tools for innovation in America. Municipalities and businesses are switching over to solar lighting as a cost-effective and efficient solution to reduce their energy bills and take part in the green movement. Here are a few unique application ideas where you can install outdoor solar lights. Applications for Outdoor Solar ...
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RENAC-Oasis Solar Academy Egypt (ROSAE) - Case Study
RENAC-OASIS Solar Academy Egypt (ROSAE) provides practical-orientated training courses and capacity building services on solar energy to develop the capacities of the solar industry in Egypt. ROSAE is the result of a partnership between the Renewables Academy (RENAC), Germany, and Oasis Renewable Energy (ORE), Egypt. ORE is based in Cairo and since 2010 provides education and training ...
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7 Amazing Blogs That Will Help To Start Your Solar Business
Many new business people have not learned the basic knowledge of his or her industry, product and market trends when they enter a new business. That is an obstacle for them to communicate with their clients and suppliers. With solid knowledge of solar products, PV market trends and clients’ solar demand can help you make your market strategy and purchasing strategy. According to our ...
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2018 Top 10 Solar Panel Manufacturers & Companies In China
When you are looking for solar panel manufacturer & companies, you may want to know how much do solar panels cost? you would like to find some suppliers to ask their prices based on the same specification and then you can compare the prices and choose your best solar panels supplier which is in your budget. As we know, China is the largest solar panels supplier in the world and there are ...
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How to Live Off the Grid?
1.Introduction Living off the grid brings memories of a cabin deep in the woods or a hut in the mountains. But in essence, off grid solar system is basically home solar systems providing electricity to private premises and not necessarily in connection with the public grid. Living off the grid is a state of autonomy. It is a way to avoid all the complications that come with sharing electricity ...
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Off Grid Solar Power Systems Design:The Beginner’s Guide in 2018
The off-grid solar system is an array of solar power components meant to run daily operations of electrical devices in absence of electricity. A similar array of solar power is the use of grid-tie solar systems; systems that are required to run electric appliances whenever utility grid is not supplying power. The grid-tie system is connected to the utility power source and works interchangeably ...
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Solar Energy Advantages and Disadvantages
Electricity is essential to every household. But what happens to those households in remote areas where electrification on the grid is not possible? The off grid home solar power system becomes very important in providing electricity in such homes. It is a stand-alone photovoltaic system which offers a cost-effective means of delivering a facility for lighting and appliances in the rural homes. ...
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Closer Look at the Capacity of SLA Batteries and Solar Energy Systems
Sealed lead acid (SLA) batteries have a reputation for being durable when used to support portable electronic devices. They require minimal maintenance and offer leak-proof capabilities. But when used with solar energy systems, the units present issues that can hinder the potential and performance of the machines. For example, general purpose SLA batteries should not be deep cycled, as ...
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Considerations for Solar Energy Systems that owners must know about
Considerations for Solar Energy Systems that Owners Must Know About Installing solar energy in your home requires understanding key variables that can help you put together a fully functioning off-grid solar system. These factors include the following: daily energy consumption, number of solar panels, battery selection and maintenance. Buying the most powerful solar energy system on the ...
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Fueling the demand for solar systems
Solar street lighting market valued at $15B by 2024 It’s no secret governments and companies are trending toward reducing, or eliminating, their carbon footprint, and their dependence on fossil fuels. This is due to a number of factors including increasingly more education on environmental impacts, more transparency, and a widespread desire to be eco-friendly. It’s a growing trend ...
By Urban Solar
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Solar Glossary of Terms
If you are new to the solar world, there are a few phrases you need to master in order to expertly navigate your way to the best solar installation for home. Here is a brief explanation of all the terms you may encounter during your solar journey. Energy Audit This is an audit conducted by a professional that measures electricity usage in the home. The results allow homeowners to take steps to ...
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Africa’s green energy challenge: Mega projects, off-grid or somewhere in between?
South of the Sahara, getting electricity to 620 million people may require an all-of-the-above strategy. A 310-megawatt wind farm sprouting up in a remote, barren landscape near Lake Turkana in northern Kenya has the clean energy world buzzing — and for good reason. Africa’s largest wind farm, with 365 towering turbines, is creating more than 500 stable jobs in an impoverished area ...
By Ensia
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Solar Glossary of Terms
If you are new to the solar world, there are a few phrases you need to master in order to expertly navigate your way to the best solar installation for home. Here is a brief explanation of all the terms you may encounter during your solar journey. Energy Audit This is an audit conducted by a professional that measures electricity usage in the home. The results allow homeowners to take steps to ...
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Solar Glossary of Terms
If you are new to the solar world, there are a few phrases you need to master in order to expertly navigate your way to the best solar installation for home. Here is a brief explanation of all the terms you may encounter during your solar journey. Energy Audit This is an audit conducted by a professional that measures electricity usage in the home. The results allow homeowners to take steps to ...
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