Machine Vision facilitates battery inspection in real time
Kanadevia Inova signs agreement to acquire Encyclis Ireland Operations and enhance value of Dublin WtE Facility
PRYSMIAN AND EDISON ENERGIA SIGN A MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT FOR THE SUPPLY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY
River Thames to help power University of East London net zero campus of the future
Prysmian Strategic Agreement with Statnett In Norway
Siemens and DOMO Chemicals join forces to drive sustainability in the electrical industry
Siemens powers Italy’s green mobility transition with key electrification projects
Siemens boosts climate-friendly power distribution in Davos
Nichicon and Epishine Launch Self-Charging Battery - A Disruptive Power Solution for IoT Devices
Siemens and Compass Datacenters Sign Multi-Year Custom Electrical Solution Agreement
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Epishine and NGK Partner to Exchange Expertise and Advance Energy Harvesting Solutions
Epishine, a leader in organic solar cells, and NGK INSULATORS LTD., a global pioneer in battery technology, are thrilled to announce their partnership. This collaboration aims to further strengthen the energy harvesting Eco system. By combining Epishine’s innovative indoor solar cells with NGK’s advanced EnerCera battery technology, we together push the boundaries of sustainable energy. This partnership unites the strengths of both companies to address the increasing need for efficient, sustainable, and adaptable energy solutions. Epishine’s thin, flexible solar cells, designed for indoor environments, pair seamlessly with NGK’s EnerCera batteries. EnerCera’s low leakage current and high-power density significantly boost the efficiency of energy harvesting systems, ensuring that energy captured from indoor light is stored effectively. Moreover, EnerCera’s semi solid-state design enhances safety and reliability, minimizing the risks associated with traditional battery technologies, such as leakage and overheating. The collaboration also capitalizes on the unique form factors of both EnerCera batteries and Epishine’s organic solar cells. The thin, bendable designs of these products offer unique integration opportunities, particularly in compact, portable, and wearable devices where innovative design and performance are key. Additionally, the compatibility of NGK’s Surface Mount Technology (SMT) further broadens the range of electronic devices that can benefit from this combined solution, making it ideal for applications where space-saving and high performance are paramount. “Partnering with NGK is a strategic move that further broadens our eco-system and aligns with our mission to empower the next generation of self-powered, sustainable electronic devices,” said Niklas Forsgren, FAE Director at Epishine. “Their EnerCera battery technology is not only a perfect complement to our indoor solar cells but also opens up new possibilities for innovation in energy harvesting.” NGK shares this enthusiasm for the partnership. Mr. Iwao Ohwada, Vice President, General Manager, Battery Application, DS Business Development, Corporate NV Creation at NGK, added, “Our collaboration with Epishine represents a joint focus in the energy harvesting sector. The integration of NGK’s EnerCera batteries with Epishine’s solar technology provides a robust and scalable solution that meets the diverse needs of advanced electronic devices, ensuring both efficiency and sustainability.”
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Siemens and Stadtwerke Stuttgart partner to spearhead transition to sustainable urban energy
Siemens Smart Infrastructure and publicly owned energy supplier Stadtwerke Stuttgart GmbH, have announced their partnership to help drive the transition to sustainable urban energy across the city. Yesterday’s inauguration of the Stadtwerke Stuttgart headquarters marks the culmination of 18 months of collaborative planning and implementation, which brings together Siemens expertise in sustainable infrastructure development with Stadtwerke Stuttgart’s experience in renewable energy generation and supply. Applications from the open digital business platform, Siemens Xcelerator, are used to control the intelligent energy management system across the facility’s office complex, warehouse and workshop. It optimally connects the supply of, and demand for, renewable energy for everything from heating and lighting to elevators and office equipment, in addition to electrifying the mobility hub, which will be used to charge electric vehicles from across the Stadtwerke Stuttgart fleet. This intelligent combination of digital applications and renewable energy supply will also be utilized at other Stadtwerke Stuttgart projects, including its hydrogen production facility in the city's port. This will serve as a further showcase for other businesses looking to maximize sector coupling to deliver more cost effective, energy efficient and therefore sustainable operations. “The combination of Siemens expertise in building management and ours in the energy industry creates solutions that not only help us to achieve our own sustainability goals but also help us to support other organizations in their energy transition” said Peter Drausnigg, Technical Managing Director at Stadtwerke Stuttgart. “We see ourselves as the driving force behind the energy transition in Stuttgart and are proud to be working with Siemens to set an example for other businesses and cities to follow around the world.” At the heart of the building management system from Siemens is intelligent Digital Twin technology. Siemens Smart Infrastructure Building X 360° Viewer and Energy Manager offer digital representations of the headquarters, utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) insights to retrieve and process relevant real time data from installed building and e-mobility technology. Building X is a digital building platform that supports customers to digitalize, manage, and optimize their building operations. From Internet of Things (IoT) sensors for lighting control to fire protection and security applications, such insights will help to achieve energy savings of up to 30 percent. Such insights enable 24/7 transparency of live and historical events and generate up to 10 percent more net operating income. In the mobility hub for example, electric vehicle charging is optimized to maximize available renewable energy and by using intelligent insights on working patterns, charging is guaranteed to be complete for when each employee finishes work. Matthias Rebellius, Managing Board Member of Siemens AG and CEO of Smart Infrastructure added: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Stadtwerke Stuttgart to show how we can combine the real and the digital worlds to drive genuine sustainable transformation. “Intelligent building and energy management optimizes the use of renewable energy sources, maximizing efficient operations while minimizing impact on the energy grid. This is setting a new standard not only in Stuttgart but for cities across the world which are facing the challenge of making both new and existing buildings fit for purpose as we collectively transition towards a more sustainable future.”
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GEF Capital-backed Civic Renewables Acquires Two Companies
Solar industry veterans are launching Civic Renewables (“Civic”) to create a new business model to empower local solar businesses through a national network. Established with the backing of GEF Capital, a Washington, D.C.-based private equity firm focused on climate change and pollution mitigation, Civic will act as the parent company to local clean energy businesses, integrating the efficiencies and resources of a large organization with the commitment to quality, service, and integrity of community-based businesses. The company’s founding leadership brings decades of experience from leading solar companies, including Tesla Energy, SolarCity, and SunRun. Civic has completed its first two acquisitions of local solar installation businesses: Green Rack Solar and Ipsun Solar. ● Green Rack Solar Green Rack Solar specializes in residential solar installations in Western Pennsylvania and Ohio. ● Ipsun Solar Ipsun Solar specializes in residential and commercial solar installations across Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland. “Providing local solar businesses the tools to thrive is the key to accelerating solar adoption nationwide. Green Rack and Ipsun are fantastic local companies that deliver the highest quality installations and service in their market. We’ve founded Civic Renewables to support these exact types of great local businesses and allow them to flourish,” said Lee Keshishian, founder and CEO of Civic Renewables. “We’re grateful for the partnership and backing of GEF Capital Partners and look forward to working together to build a new business model for local solar.” “We are excited to partner with Civic Renewables in their efforts to support local solar businesses and accelerate clean energy solutions. Their mission to speed the clean energy transition by empowering local solar will help people transition towards less expensive forms of renewable energy. We have great confidence in the Civic Renewables team's ability to lead this charge and build this new business model," said Stuart Barkoff, co-founder and Managing Partner of GEF Capital Partners. “Partnering with Civic Renewables allows us to focus on what we do best–quality installation and service. I know and respect the team at Civic, this is a perfect fit for us as we move forward to help our community’s homeowners unlock remarkable financial savings through solar,” said Eben Needham, Founder of Green Rack Solar. Civic Renewables is dedicated to speeding the clean energy transition by empowering local solar. The company is actively pursuing opportunities with local businesses across the country. For more information, visit: https://www.civicrenewables.com
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Wirepas upgrades its complete AMI reference, introducing 3rd generation NMS designed for massive scale electricity metering
Wirepas, a global leader in wireless mesh connectivity technology, upgrades its extensive software package for the Advanced Metering Infrastructures (AMI) of smart electricity meters and introduces a 3rd generation network management system (NMS). The offering, designed to cater to massive scale smart metering deployments, provides utilities and service providers with robust and scalable tools to enable fast rollouts and hassle-free maintenance of the network. The upgraded offering, featuring a completely new scalable network management system, Wirepas NMS, is built on Wirepas 5G Mesh and Wirepas Mesh Sub-GHz, both part of the Wirepas Connectivity Suite portfolio. The Wirepas 5G Mesh, using the new non-cellular 5G standard NR+, is designed for global applications while the Wirepas Mesh Sub-GHz supports 865-868 MHz for Indian market. In addition, Wirepas Connectivity Suite features an open SDK supporting multiple radio chipsets, a wireless mesh stack implementation, a gateway software and an AMI reference application for Network Interface Card (NIC) implementing the India smart metering standard IS15959. “We have worked with AMI solution providers and utilities around the world for more than ten years. Our comprehensive software package is the result of understanding the market needs and we know this marks a significant milestone in the deployment of smart electricity metering. Our technology provides our customers with unparalleled control and insights into their networks, ensuring ultra-reliability and efficiency at scale,” said Jani Vehkalahti, SVP Smart Grids at Wirepas. “We are in a mission to make AMI rollouts successful worldwide. With 200 patents already granted and more innovation under way, we aim at making our partners’ life easier over the lifetime of the smart meters.”
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Epishine Raises SEK 69 million to Accelerate Commercial Expansion in Groundbreaking Solar Cell Technology
Epishine, a Swedish energy impact company reimagining the capture of light with its market-leading printed organic solar cells, announces the successful completion of a private placement, led by Pareto Securities, raising SEK 69 million. This funding, with strong support from both existing and new investors, highlights the market's confidence in Epishine's innovative technology for sustainable energy solutions in the electronics industry. The applications span several market segments, where everything from consumer electronics to sensors can now be powered by indoor light. The funding enables Epishine to accelerate the commercial expansion of its technology, designed to capture indoor light to power electronics. Existing investors such as John Vigo Carlund, Philian, Jula Miljö & Energi, Klimatet Invest, and others have shown continued confidence in Epishine's journey with this investment. "We are grateful for the renewed support from both existing and new investors," said Anders Kottenauer, CEO of Epishine. “This funding is an important milestone in our plans to increase our global market presence." With this funding, Epishine is well-positioned to accelerate the development and commercialization of its groundbreaking printed solar cells and is well on its way to establishing itself as a leading player in sustainable energy solutions for a wide range of application areas. The added capital will contribute to strengthening Epishine's global presence and enable intensified sales activities as well as deeper collaborations with customers and partners in the company's various market segments.
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PRYSMIAN JOINS THE FMP ALLIANCE TO ACCELERATE ADOPTION OF FAULT-MANAGED POWER TECHNOLOGY
Prysmian, leader in the energy transition and digital transformation, has announced its membership in the Fault-Managed Power (FMP) Alliance, reinforcing its commitment to advancing safety, reliability, and efficiency in power systems on a global scale. The FMP Alliance, an open industry association comprising leading companies such as Belden, Cisco Systems, Panduit, Prysmian, and VoltServer, is dedicated to advocating, promoting, and advancing fault-managed power technologies across diverse industries. Fault-managed power technology represents a significant leap forward in power system management, actively identifying and addressing faults within networks to ensure a robust and consistent power supply. This technology not only enhances safety and operational performance but also aligns with sustainability goals, contributing to an eco-friendlier electrical energy distribution. By joining the FMP Alliance, Prysmian underscores its commitment to innovation and collaboration also in the safe power verticals. As a recognized leader in the industry, Prysmian brings its extensive expertise and resources to the Alliance, further bolstering efforts to drive the widespread adoption of fault-managed power solutions. "The decision to join the FMP Alliance aligns perfectly with Prysmian's mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance the reliability and efficiency of power systems," said Srinivas Siripurapu, Chief Innovation and R&D Officer at Prysmian. "Together with our esteemed partners in the Alliance, we are poised to accelerate the adoption of fault-managed power technology, bringing its benefits to industries worldwide." The FMP Alliance welcomes Prysmian as a valuable addition to its growing ecosystem of industry leaders and looks forward to leveraging its expertise to further advance fault-managed power technology.
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E-peas and Epishine Collaborate with Energy Harvesting Expertise
E-peas, a renowned innovator in Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) technology, and Epishine, a leader in organic solar cell technology, have formed a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to align both companies to advance the development of energy-efficient and sustainable consumer electronics. The partnership emphasizes the critical importance of aligning all system components, energy harvesting, power management and storage, to ensure optimal system performance. Recognizing that the efficiency of a system cannot be judged by its individual parts alone, the focus is on the combined operation of all elements. This perspective drives both parties to seek out partnerships, leveraging collective expertise to innovate and develop superior systems. By combining e-peas' specialized knowledge in PMICs with Epishine's groundbreaking indoor solar cells, the partnership is set to enhance product designs, leading to more efficient power usage, extended device lifespans and massive roll-out of light-based energy harvesting solutions. E-peas broad selection of PMICs, enables many combinations of Epishine’s PV architectures with various storage element technologies to supply any kind of applications, making it easy to select a part that operates seamlessly with both Epishine’s MultiCell and OneCell. "This partnership represents a fusion of strengths," said Christian Ferrier, CMO of e-peas. "By sharing our PMIC technology insights with Epishine, and vice versa, we anticipate setting new benchmarks for what's possible in energy-efficient electronics." Daniel Westling, Chief Commercial Officer at Epishine, also highlighted the mutual benefits of the collaboration, "Working closely with e-peas allows us to integrate our solar cells with state-of-the-art PMIC technology, optimizing energy harvest and usage in devices. It's a win-win for advancing sustainable tech." The collaboration underscores both companies' commitment to sustainability and innovation, aiming to bring to market products that are not only technologically advanced but also environmentally conscious.
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Siemens launches Gridscale X, paving the way for autonomous grid management
Siemens has announced the launch of Gridscale X, paving the way towards the vision of autonomous grid management, accelerating digital transformation for grid operators at speed and scale. With Gridscale X, Siemens provides modular software to support utilities to tackle their most pressing challenges related to the energy transition. Gridscale X makes it possible to scale grid capacity fast, handle the complexity of DERs and increase grid flexibility with software that is easy to deploy and fast to integrate into existing IT and OT landscapes. This represents a new era of grid management and adds increased value to new and existing customers through planning, operations, and maintenance. “Grid requirements are changing tremendously, driven by a seven-fold increase in distributed energy resources, putting enormous pressure on power utilities. Gridscale X enables grid operators to rethink grid management, increase capacity fast, and leverage distributed energy resources to improve customer satisfaction. It ultimately empowers utilities to reach net zero, while keeping their grids stable and reliable,” said Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO Siemens Grid Software. - Accelerating the energy transition through Siemens Xcelerator As a part of Siemens Xcelerator, Gridscale X software is developed with the core design principles of interoperability, flexibility, openness, availability as a service, and with the highest level of cybersecurity. This means that Gridscale X can meet and adapt to the evolving needs of the industry, complemented by Siemens Xcelerator’s open partner ecosystem. Siemens Xcelerator is an open digital business platform to accelerate digital transformation and value creation. - Gridscale X: A new era of grid management with an extensive software offering Two new Gridscale X software products were announced this week at the Siemens Grid Software Summit and Distributech event in Orlando, USA. Building on an already extensive grid software portfolio, Gridscale X DER Insights and Gridscale X Network Model Manager will enable power utilities to gain visibility over their grid and create a centralized network model. DER Insights enables utilities to protect critical infrastructure by gaining better insights into what is happening behind the meter, and how these resources impact grid equipment. Meanwhile, Network Model Manager is a consistent network model management app and data repository that supports operators with more efficient grid planning, development, and operations.
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Jumbo Offshore awarded scope expansion contract for the Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm
Jumbo Offshore has recently been awarded a contract by Yunnneg Wind Power Co., Ltd. (YWPC) for the removal of monopiles at the Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm. The contract award represents an expansion of the company’s existing scope, which has involved transport and installation of the project’s transition pieces. Under the amendment, some monopiles, which were installed during an earlier project phase, are to be removed approximately 3m below mean seabed level. To undertake this scope, Jumbo Offshore will mobilise the DP2 Heavy Lift Crane Vessel Fairplayer. The vessel will be outfitted with an underwater abrasive cutting and lifting tool as well as an ROV. With these, the Fairplayer will remove the monopiles in several sections. These will then be lifted into the vessel’s 1,400m2 cargo hold for transportation to a local Taiwanese port, where the vessel will offload the monopile sections to the quayside. Milad Sheikhi, Head of Sales and Business Development at Jumbo Offshore said, “We have been active on the Yunlin OWF project since 2021, carrying out transport and installation of transition pieces and will continue to perform this role in 2024. Being awarded this additional scope shows trust in our performance, project management, engineering and installation capabilities, for which are very grateful to our client.” Brian Boutkan, Manager Commerce at Jumbo Offshore, added, “We are very proud to have been awarded this additional scope of work on the Yunlin OWF project. We see this as a confirmation that Jumbo’s values bring real benefit to our clients. With our client-centric approach, we aim to cooperate with our customers as a partner in all that we do, in order to offer a reliable service that inspires confidence.” The Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm is developed by Yunneng Wind Power Co., Ltd., a joint project company involving Skybporn Renewables, TotalEnergies, Electricity Generating Public Company (EGCO) and Sojitz Corporation. Located in the Taiwan Strait between 8 to 17km off Taiwan’s west coast, the 82km2 offshore wind farm will comprise 80 wind turbine generators installed at water depths of between 8 and 35m. Once completed, the 640 MW project will be one of the largest offshore wind farms in Taiwan, producing enough clean energy to serve the energy needs of more than 600,000 Taiwanese households.
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Opticon and Epishine Showcase Groundbreaking Solar-Powered Electronic Shelf Labels at NRF 2024
Opticon, in collaboration with Epishine, proudly unveils its newest advancement in retail technology at the NRF in New York City: centralized light-powered electronic shelf labels (ESLs). This innovative offering signifies a leap forward in powering electronics, aiming to reduce the total cost of ownership for customers while providing a more sustainable solution to the retail industry. Showcased at the NRF, this technology demonstrates a commitment to both sustainability and cutting-edge retail solutions. Epishine, a Swedish energy impact company, is at the forefront of redefining the capture of light with its market-leading printed indoor solar cells. Their technology captures indoor light, transforming how electronics are powered and pushing the boundaries of traditional energy sources. Opticon, a leader in retail technology innovation on barcode scanning and display solutions, is dedicated to introducing smart, sustainable solutions. Their collaboration with Epishine underscores the shared dedication to making a positive impact on the environment and revolutionizing the retail sector with state-of-the-art technology. "Collaborating with Epishine opens up exciting new opportunities in retail technology," says Dick de Haas, International Sales Manager at Opticon. "Our concept of solar-powered ESLs, featuring a centralized solar panel on retail shelves, highlights our commitment to innovation. This approach enhances light absorption efficiency and tackles the limitations associated with individual solar cells on each label, such as inconsistent power supply and dependence on batteries. We're taking a significant step forward in reimagining how light is captured and utilized." The new ESLs from Opticon, powered by Epishine’s innovative solar cells, offer several advantages. By optimizing light absorption and using a central power source for all labels on a shelf, they ensure consistent power availability. This approach eliminates the need for individual batteries in each label, allowing for a sleeker and more elegant design. The solution also reduces maintenance requirements, eliminates the need for battery replacements, and supports a sustainable retail environment. "Our collaboration with Opticon exemplifies the synergy between technology and sustainability," adds Daniel Westling, Chief Commercial Officer at Epishine. "Integrating our printed solar cells with electronic shelf labels sets a new standard for energy efficiency in the retail industry." Discover more about this innovative technology and discuss its potential with us at the NRF. Visit us at Booth #6739.
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Epishine and Nichicon Present Disruptive Self-Charging Battery Concept at CES
Epishine, a leading energy impact company, and Nichicon, the world's leading capacitor manufacturer, deepen their strategic partnership with the introduction of a revolutionary self-charging battery concept. This concept simplifies the design of light-powered electronics, providing a power solution as easy to integrate as traditional batteries. In doing so, it addresses sustainability, usability, and cost-related concerns, marking a significant stride towards a new era in powering electronics. The presentation of Epishine’s and Nichicon’s self-charging batteries as a joint market concept showcases how powering devices sustainably can be made easy. Their joint concept is an optimized combination of Epishine’s high performing solar cells and Nichicon’s groundbreaking LTO-batteries. The result is an integrated solderless autonomous power solution with high efficiency. It stands as a sustainable, user-friendly and cost-effective alternative to disposable and re-chargeable batteries, reducing time-to-market and cutting down on product development costs. Klas Engström, Sales Director at Nichicon explained, "At Nichicon, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation to create solutions that not only meet today’s needs, but also pave the way for a sustainable future. Our collaboration with Epishine in developing this self-charging battery is a testament to this commitment and we are proud to be at the forefront of this revolution." By merging Nichicon's expertise in the electronic components industry with Epishine's innovative energy solutions, this collaboration is setting new industry standards. Jonas Palmér, Business Development Director at Epishine, elaborated, "We're very excited about our partnership with Nichicon. Together, we've created a self-charging battery powered by light - a sustainable advancement not only in its technology but also in its potential applications. It's a big step in simplifying the design of self-powered electronics, aligning perfectly with Epishine's longstanding goals." This development promises to revolutionize how electronics can be powered with its longevity, reduced environmental impact, and ease of integration. It represents not just a step towards sustainability but enables a new era of smarter, user-friendly electronics. Stay tuned for more insights and demonstrations at CES 2024, where you can find us at the Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall, Booth 10970, IoT Infrastructure Pavilion.
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Future Minerals Forum Advances Global Discussion on Clean Energy Transition
The Future Minerals Forum (FMF), scheduled to take place 9-11 January in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, today announced three new strategic partnerships to inform the global discourse on minerals and their critical role in sustainable global development and the need to transition to new energy sources. The new partnerships with CRU Group, Global AI and Wood Mackenzie will deliver business intelligence and insights in a series of studies to be published ahead of FMF. They complement existing partnerships with McKinsey & Company, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Clareo-DPI and Baker Institute. Wood Mackenzie is embarking on a pivotal study to define the super region's potential. The white paper will identify key drivers for the creation of sustainable value chains as well as highlight the current challenges facing the global minerals and how they affect the minerals industry across this resource-rich area. This report will serve as a crucial guide for stakeholders by establishing the foundations for what can be achieved from governmental and market collaboration as the region looks to unlock its resource potential to better enable the energy transition. Global AI is set to conduct a comprehensive global sentiment analysis using state-of-the-art artificial intelligence, focusing on mining and mineral operations across the Super Region. This analysis aims to shed light on societal perceptions to inform dialogue on the roles governments, the private sector, and civil society must play in securing social license to operate, ensuring mining operations deliver tangible benefit local communities and minimize impact on the environment. Meanwhile, CRU's report will highlight the urgency of addressing critical mineral bottlenecks to meet climate goals, with a focus on the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia as key future suppliers. Together, these insights all align with FMF's mission to enable the development of sustainable mineral industries, place the Super Region at the forefront of the global minerals conversation, and shape responsible mining practices. FMF, as a government-led, multi-stakeholder platform, aims to catalyze dialogue among industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to drive progress toward a more sustainable and prosperous future in mineral development.
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Epishine and PowerFilm Solar Join Forces to Meet US Market Needs
Epishine, a leading energy impact company, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with PowerFilm Solar, the US leader in thin, flexible solar cells. This collaboration marks a significant step in Epishine’s expansion into the US market, teaming up with PowerFilm Solar to be their option for ultra-low-light applications. This venture introduces a smarter way to power electronics to the US market and aligns with Epishine’s US market strategy. By combining Epishine’s advanced, low-light indoor solar cells with PowerFilm Solar's extensive experience in integrating solar cells into various products, the partnership aims to redefine how light is captured and utilized for indoor applications. "Joining forces with PowerFilm Solar is a great match for several reasons," said Anders Kottenauer, CEO at Epishine. "Their standing as leaders in thin, flexible solar cells enhances our vision of transforming how electronic devices are powered by introducing sustainable, efficient, and innovative solar solutions for ultra-low-light indoor environments." This collaboration will introduce Epishine's cutting-edge technology, known for its high efficiency in ultra-low-light conditions, to a broader audience in the US. Leveraging PowerFilm Solar’s robust distribution network and market expertise, both companies capitalize on the advantages of innovative roll-to-roll manufacturing that enables thin and flexible solar cells for seamless integration into devices. The focus is on sustainable, smart power solutions for various indoor applications, from IoT devices to smart home technology, aligning with the global shift towards sustainable energy sources. President of PowerFilm, Daniel Stieler added, "Epishine's innovative approach to solar technology is exactly what we look for in a partner. Their unique solar cells, ideal for ultra low-light indoor use, complement our portfolio of indoor solar technology and help us lead the way in custom sustainable energy solutions in the US." The partnership is a powerful demonstration of both company's commitment to environmental sustainability and technological innovation. It's a significant step forward in adopting renewable energy sources within indoor settings throughout the US.
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Epishine Unveils the World's Most Resource Efficient Solar Cell Factory
Epishine, a pioneering Swedish energy impact company, is thrilled to announce the launch of their new solar cell factory with a capacity of one hundred million modules per year. This expansion into a larger state-of-the-art roll-to-roll facility is a direct result of the growing market interest across industries and a wide range of applications. Epishine is driven by a vision to revolutionize printed solar power technology for the betterment of people and planet. Their new factory is dedicated to capturing indoor light to make electronics self-powered. This eliminates the need for cables, disposable batteries, and unnecessary maintenance, while also focusing on the development of a smarter way to power electronics. "Epishine's commitment to pioneering in our field is evident in important milestones like this," emphasizes Anders Kottenauer, CEO at Epishine. "This expansion showcases our readiness to meet the demands of our customers and a broader audience.” Epishine's factory leverages advanced roll-to-roll printing technology, enabling the high-volume production of their indoor solar cells. This technology facilitates the production of sustainable modules at an unprecedented scale, making disposable batteries unnecessary. Jonas Bergqvist, CTO of Epishine, elaborates, "We have developed our unique roll-to-roll printing process of indoor solar cells with comparably low temperatures and efficient material usage, where for instance one gram of the semiconductor material is sufficient for several square meters of solar cells.” Epishine's new facility focuses on manufacturing market-leading printed organic solar cells. With this expansion, Epishine is ready to scale its production capacity to hundreds of millions of solar cell modules annually. Beyond enhanced production, the factory's strategic location allows for future expansion, ensuring that Epishine can scale quickly and be a superior partner for powering electronics. This expansion aligns with their mission to redefine the capture of light as a viable power source. As the market for battery powered devices surges, the demand for sustainable power sources becomes more critical. Conventional batteries not only harm the environment but also fall short in meeting the needs of today’s high-tech applications. Epishine's printed organic solar cells provide a clean, renewable, and reliable energy solution to this problem. Anders Kottenauer concludes with optimism, stating, "We stand on the threshold of a remarkable transformation. With this new factory, we're not just expanding; we're embodying a new paradigm of scalable solar cell manufacturing for the future.”
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PRYSMIAN TO SHOWCASE AT THE ACP OFFSHORE WINDPOWER CONFERENCE 2023
Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, confirms its presence at the ACP Offshore WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition 2023 (3-4 October, Boston, Massachusetts). The participation demonstrates Prysmian Group’s commitment to meeting the US growing market needs in developing and upgrading power grid infrastructures to support the transition to renewable energy in the country. On this significant occasion, the Group will be displaying its most important range of products and technologies for the offshore wind farm industry, including submarine power transmission cables, such as inter-array cables up to 66 kV and AC export cables up to 275 kV (three-core), dynamic cables for floating offshore wind farm applications and DC cable solutions up to 525 kV. Prysmian Group is already a leading player in the US and has provided its high-tech cable solutions for some of the most iconic projects. Indeed, the Group has recently announced that installation of the two 220 kV HVAC three-pole submarine cables for the Vineyard Wind 1 project has been successfully completed, and that operations are proceeding in line with the project schedule. Vineyard Wind is the first commercial-scale offshore wind project in US. In addition, Prysmian Group has started mass production of 880 kilometers of submarine HVAC export and inter-array cables needed for the Coastal Virginia offshore wind farm project, which, once operational, will generate clean and sustainable energy to power up to 660,000 homes in Virginia. It will be the largest offshore wind farm project in the US and one of the largest in the world. Prysmian strengthens its commitment in the US market thanks also to its new Brayton Point plant, which, once completed, will become the new strategic hub dedicated to the production of high-tech submarine inter-array and export cables, alongside the Group’s European centers of excellence located in Arco Felice, Italy, Nordenham, Germany, and Pikkala, Finland. Prysmian can count on a strong presence in the US with 28 manufacturing plants, 8 distribution centres, 6 R&D centres and nearly 6,000 employees. Prysmian’s US track record includes major submarine cable interconnection projects such as Neptune, TransBay, Hudson Transmission. In addition to the above-mentioned projects, the Group is involved in the Vineyard Wind 1, Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) and Empire Wind projects.
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Prysmian secures a further milestone with EGL1 HVDC cable connection to assure capability for the planned project delivery
Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has secured an important milestone with SP Transmission plc and National Grid Electricity Transmission plc, two of the GB transmission grid owners. Following the selection of Prysmian as exclusive preferred bidder in May 2023, the agreement includes an initial payment of €85 million and the assurance of Prysmian Group’s continued capacity availability for the planned construction of the Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1) cable connection during the remaining period of negotiations that are aimed at concluding the contract in a timely fashion this year. Eastern Green Link 1 is a planned high voltage direct current (HVDC) submarine and underground cable link of around 200 km route length, that will require approximately 400 km of power cable, for the connection between Torness in Scotland and Hawthorn Pit in the North of England. With a power transmission capacity of 2 GW the connection is expected to be the first cable system in the UK to utilise 525 kV HVDC technology with extruded XLPE insulation. An HVAC 400 kV cable system requiring around 30km of cable for a 5 km route shall connect the converter station and grid substation at the Scotland end of the route. EGL1 forms part of a series of planned system reinforcements required to increase the capability of the existing UK transmission network and facilitate the growth in flows of renewable generation in the north to demand centres to the south, supporting the target of enabling 50 GW offshore wind generation by 2030 and achieving a Net Zero economy by 2050.
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Epishine and Raynergy Tek Forge a Stronger Partnership to Drive Innovation in Sustainable Indoor Solar Cells
Market-leading indoor solar cell manufacturer Epishine and advanced organic semiconductor supplier Raynergy Tek announce the signing of a supplier agreement. This strategic partnership represents a milestone in their shared commitment to advancing the field of indoor solar cell technology through collaborative efforts and combined expertise in their respective fields. With the rapid growth of IoT devices, the European Commission predicts that a staggering 78 million batteries will be discarded daily by 2025. The urgent need for a sustainable solution to address this issue has never been more critical. Epishine has established itself as a market leader in indoor solar cells, providing high and reliable performance in low light conditions. Epishine is firmly dedicated to maintaining exceptional quality and manufacturing excellence through their patented production process. Given that an application powered by indoor solar cells must be adapted to the lowest measured output of the module, Epishine emphasizes the importance of consistent performance over occasional high peaks in performance. Jonas Bergqvist, CTO at Epishine, emphasizes, “Our commitment to quality is a key factor in establishing reliable partnerships with industry leaders like Raynergy Tek. We are extremely optimistic about this partnership and the potential benefits for both parties.” This partnership marks an important step towards ensuring reliable material supply as Epishine scales up its production to meet the demand for billions of units. Additionally, an in-depth material quality inspection system has been established, which includes characterization of materials under typical indoor conditions. Manufacturing excellence and access to the most innovative materials on the market are both imperative for the further development of Epishine’s market leading indoor solar cells. Benny Lin, Vice President at Raynergy Tek, highlighted that, “The integration of OPV technology in IoT devices is highly anticipated to commercialize and we are confident that Epishine will be the leader in this space. As our commitment to excellence, we are thrilled to share that we’ve recently achieved ISO 9001:2015 certificate to deliver quality management and quality assurance to partners like Epishine.”
