SOLAR+STORAGE
Canadian Solar Inc. | January 09, 2023
Canadian Solar Inc., recently announced that CSI Energy Storage, a majorly owned subsidiary CSI Solar Co., Ltd., has been chosen to provide 550 MWh of SolBank energy storage products to Pulse Clean Energy to be used in multiple UK-based projects.
The 550 MWh of energy storage projects covered by the agreement will use a proprietary battery energy storage solution, CSI Energy Storage's SolBank, which is designed and produced for utility-scale applications. As per the agreement, CSI Energy Storage will also deliver commissioning services for the products in addition to long-term warranties and performance guarantees.
The new arrangement expands the relationship between CSI Energy Storage and Pulse, following Pulse's announcement in May 2022 that it had selected CSI Energy Storage to provide engineering, procurement, and construction services for four projects totaling 100 MWh. In addition, a long-term services agreement (LTSA) spanning ten years for the operation and maintenance of the facilities was also included in the contract.
Pulse has developed a pipeline of over 2,000 MWh of grid-scale battery storage and energy optimization opportunities in the United Kingdom. SolBank from CSI Energy Storage will be deployed to support the grid's capacity requirements at a number of these sites and additional sites in the United Kingdom.
CSI Storage introduced SolBank in September 2022, a proprietary energy storage battery solution. CSI Energy Storage also aims to expand its battery manufacturing capacity from 2.5 GWh to 10 GWh by the end of 2023.
About Canadian Solar Inc.
Founded in Canada in 2001, Canadian Solar Inc. is one of the largest global solar technology and renewable energy companies. A leading producer of solar photovoltaic modules and supplier of solar energy and battery storage solutions., the company is also a developer of utility-scale solar power. Canadian Solar has successfully deployed approximately 82 GW of solar photovoltaic modules to customers worldwide over the past 21 years. Canadian Solar has also developed, constructed, and connected over 7 GWp in over 20 countries worldwide from 2010 onwards. Since its 2006 NASDAQ listing, Canadian Solar has been one of the most bankable solar and renewable energy companies.
Read More
SOLAR+STORAGE,ENERGY
Longroad Energy | January 23, 2023
Longroad Energy, a renewable energy owner, developer, and operator, recently announced the completion of financing and the start of construction for Sun Streams 3, a 285 MWdc PV and 215 MWac / 860 MWh storage project based in Maricopa County, Arizona. The biggest solar and storage project in Longroad's operational portfolio, Sun Streams 3, is anticipated to start commercial operations in 2024.
The project connects to the grid at the Hassayampa switchyard, a notable transmission hub in the western United States. Sun Streams 3 will increase Arizona's electrical capacity and system reliability. Arizona Public Service (APS) will also purchase the project's entire output, sufficient to power 90,000 homes, through a long-term Power Purchase Agreement.
Early in 2021, Longroad bought Sun Streams 3 from First Solar as part of a larger deal involving several Arizona projects, such as the 200 MWdc Sun Streams 2 solar project, operational since 2021, and additional projects that are still under development. First Solar continues its successful partnership by providing Series 6+ solar modules to Longroad for the Sun Streams 3 project. The project is expected to commission more than 300 people during construction.
The project's EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) contractor will be McCarthy Building Companies, with Powin, an energy storage platform provider, delivering the 215 MW/ 860 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). In addition, the project will use trackers from Nextracker and solar inverters from SunGrow. Longroad's affiliate Longroad Energy Services, along with Powin and NovaSource, will offer comprehensive operations and maintenance services for the project.
Sun Streams 3 will prevent 460,000 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions each year, the same as taking 100,000 cars off the road for the project's duration.
Through long-term leases with the Arizona State Land Department, Sun Streams 3 will bring in more than $65 million for Arizona schools. Longroad expresses gratitude to Maricopa County and the Arizona State Land Department for their ongoing assistance and cooperation in the planning and execution of the Sun Streams projects.
About Longroad Energy
Based in Boston, Massachusetts, Longroad Energy is a renewable energy developer that owns, develops, and operates wind and solar energy projects across North America. Additionally, the company provides asset management and operations services to wind and solar projects across the US, having a proven track record of developing cost-effective and competitive renewable energy projects. Longroad owns more than 2.4 GW of wind, solar, and storage projects, managing and operating a total of 4.0 GW on behalf of third parties and the company itself.
Read More
SOLAR+STORAGE
Aurora Solar | February 17, 2023
On February 16, 2023, Aurora Solar, a cloud-based platform enabling a future of solar for all, announced that it has incorporated in Ontario with dedicated Product, Engineering, and Design teams to propel the company into its next growth phase. The company is valued at over $4 billion with more than $500 million in funding and powers up to 100,000 solar projects per week, with 90%of the top 100 US residential solar installers relying on Aurora's AI-powered software to help meet the rising demand for solar energy.
Aurora Solar's achievements are building on a solid foundation and include:
Support for over 7,000 most successful organizations in the solar industry to combat climate change.
Over 60 million tons of CO2 avoided by customers using its powerful AI software.
Recognition on the 2022 Forbes AI 50 and 2022 Deloitte Fast 500.
Ranking among the 2022 Best Remote Companies to Work For by Built In.
Chris Hopper, Co-Founder and CEO of Aurora Solar, shared, "We are thrilled to announce Aurora's incorporation in Canada." He added, "Canada's work in the renewable energy sector combined with its experienced and skilled pool of SaaS talent make it an ideal location for Aurora Solar as we expand our footprint. Our Canadian presence highlights our commitment to creating a future of solar for all, and we look forward to furthering our mission with support from Canadian colleagues."
(Source – Business Wire)
About Aurora Solar
San Francisco-based Aurora Solar places the power of technology and data in the hands of every solar professional. The cloud-based platform uses automation, data, and AI to accelerate the growth of solar businesses by streamlining workflows. Clients can leverage the platform to generate a complete, precise, and customizable design for every customer using just an address and electric bill. It is utilized by over 7,000 of the industry's leading organizations, and over 10 million solar projects were designed using the platform. It was the only climate technology company to be named to the 2022 Forbes AI 50, Deloitte Fast 500, and awarded best solar software in 2021 by Solar Power World
Read More