The Al Dhafra PV Power Station, one of the world’s largest single-unit PV projects, reached its maximum grid-connected generation in April this year. ...  more
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World’s First Super Energy Storage Plant: Brenmiller’s 4 GWh Thermal Storage Facility |
| published: 2023-05-25 9:30 |
Brenmiller Energy, an Israeli company, is set to open the world’s first large-scale rock-based thermal energy storage (TES) factory in Dimona, Israel. It will be the largest facility of its kind, and expects to reach an estimated annual production capacity of 4 GWh by the end of this year. ...  more
Netherlands to Build 500m Solar-Power Bicycle Lane in North Brabant Province |
| published: 2023-05-24 9:30 |
The Netherlands government is set to construct a 500m solar-power bicycle lane in the North Brabant province and test its performance for five years post-completion. The project is expected to involve the installation of 600 solar panels on an asphalt surface. ...  more
Changyuan Lico Plans to Build Cathode Production Base in Fujian |
| published: 2023-05-23 9:30 |
On May 17, Changyuan Lico announced that it has signed a letter of intent for investment with the government of Fuqing. According to the letter of intent for investment, Changyuan Lico plans to spend RMB 10 billion to build a base for manufacturing advanced materials that are used in high-performance Li-ion batteries. These products include ternary cathode materials, ternary precursors, and LFP cathode materials. Fuqing is a city in China’s Fujian Province. ...  more
Zhongkehualian Signs Agreement to Invest RMB 5 Billion in New Base for Manufacturing Battery Separators |
| published: 2023-05-23 9:30 |
Separator is one of the four key component in a Li-ion battery; and this year, companies that are involved in the manufacturing of separators and related materials have initiated capacity expansion projects. ...  more
Volvo’s Next EV is a Small SUV Named EX30 |
| published: 2023-05-23 9:30 |
Volvo’s most anticipated luxury electricity SUV EX90 has yet to be officially available, but the Swedish manufacturer is now seemingly prepared to launch the successor of EX90, a small electric SUV EX30. ...  more
Swedish Micro EV Aims to Combat SUV Dominance in Urban Areas |
| published: 2023-05-22 9:30 |
Swedish automotive manufacturer Luvly plans to produce a minimalist ultra-efficient micro EV tailored for city living, addressing growing dissatisfaction with SUV prevalence in urban environments. Luvly’s unique strategy involves flat-packed transport of vehicle components to micro-factories for assembly—similar to IKEA’s model—significantly reducing carbon emissions and alleviating urban traffic congestion. ...  more
Hai Long Holds Commencement Ceremony for Jacket Foundations, Financing Expected to be in Place This Summer |
| published: 2023-05-22 9:30 |
Hai Long Offshore Wind and Century Wind Power Co. (CWP) jointly held a ceremony (May 22nd) at the CWP Taipei Port to celebrate the commencement of 21 jacket foundations. This not only represents steady progress in Hai Long project, but also marks a significant milestone in Taiwan’s push for domestic production. Hai Long Offshore Wind anticipates securing its NTD 150 billion syndicated loan by the upcoming summer. ...  more
Gogoro Set for Q4 Philippine Launch, Expanding to Seventh Overseas Market |
| published: 2023-05-22 9:30 |
Gogoro, in partnership with local Philippine companies Ayala and Globe Group, is announcing its entry into the Philippine market. Sales are expected to commence in the Metro Manila area during the fourth quarter of this year. ...  more
SK On and Westwater Resources to Jointly Develop Anode Materials for Li-Ion EV Power Batteries |
| published: 2023-05-19 9:30 |
According to the latest reporting by South Korean news media, SK On, a major South Korean supplier of EV power batteries, announced on May 2 of this year that it has entered into a joint development agreement with Westwater Resources. Under the agreement, they will work together for three years to develop anode materials. Westwater Resources is a graphite supplier in the US. ...  more