Hybrid CSP PV in Mexico | India CSP grows | Portugal runs on 91% Renewable

Heliogen and Omanor to expand solar energy in Mexico. (2 Minute Read)

Heliogen’s technology uses concentrated solar energy to generate heat. The agreement will focus on developing a concentrating solar power plant in Sonora, Mexico. Omanor will assist with site selection and securing customers. This project is expected to benefit from Mexico’s abundant solar resources and proximity to the Pacific Ocean. Overall, the collaboration aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and create a sustainable energy source.

Over 50% of India’s renewables tender to CSP   (15 Minutes Read)

India's new CSP tender with generous incentives is aimed at attracting international developers. The tenders aim to achieve over 50% CSP in India’s renewable energy goals. Key features include free permitting, guaranteed grid connection, long-term land leases, and potential for cheap renewable energy storage.

Portugal’s REN Renewables supply 91% of electricity consumption in March (1 Minute Read)

Portugal is relying heavily on renewable energy sources for electricity. In March, 91% of the country's electricity consumption came from renewables, and this is the third month in a row where this number has been above 80%. This is a significant increase from 2023 when renewables accounted for 61% of consumption. Hydroelectric power was the biggest contributor (47%), followed by wind (31%), solar (6%), and biomass (5%). The use of natural gas for electricity generation has decreased significantly due to the high availability of renewable energy.

Development of Lithium-sulfur batteries in Germany.  (7 Minutes Read)

In the KovaLiS joint project, DLR’s goal is to create high-energy density batteries with improved stability and cyclability. It utilizes sulfurized polymers, a promising material for Lithium-sulfur batteries, to create pouch cells. The consortium consists of multiple research institutions and companies with expertise in material science, battery production, and characterization. Their collaboration aims to develop application-oriented batteries for stationary and mobile storage.

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