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#AwardsandHonors Breaking News! JA Solar has achieved a remarkable milestone by topping the prestigious global solar cell efficiency list for large-area n-type TOPCon cells! Our record-breaking cell is applied in our current volume production-sized cells. This achievement is published in Version 64 of the “Solar Cell Efficiency Tables” in Progress in Photovoltaics. As one of the most authoritative efficiency tables, this list is compiled by a renowned research group led by Professor Martin Green from University of New South Wales, includes scientists from University of New South Wales, European Commission–Joint Research Centre, Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Germany’s Fraunhofer-Institute for Solar Energy Systems–ISE CalLab, and Germany’s Fraunhofer Energy Research. This list not only showcases the cutting-edge technological standards but also serves as a crucial guide for the future development of the industry. Thank you to our dedicated team and partners worldwide who made this possible! #JASolar #SolarEnergy #TOPConEfficiency #CleanEnergy #GreenTech

🌞💨⚡TotalEnergies and the DTU - Technical University of Denmark are advancing renewable energy research with the Risø Hybrid Power Plant. This new test facility, located at DTU’s Risø campus, combines two wind turbines, over 1,600 m² of solar panels, a 1.25 MWh storage battery, and an advanced electricity network interface. It will enable researchers to explore how to optimize wind and solar power with battery storage for stable electricity production. The plant will be the central part of DTU-TotalEnergies Excellence Centre of Clean Energy (DTEC) research into a more sustainable energy supply, providing an essential tool for developing and testing new technologies before they are scaled up. #TotalEnergies #DTU #Research

Calling all out-of-the-box thinkers! The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently launched the $125,000 #ScienceSynthesis Prize in search of new and comprehensive knowledge on the current state of science in renewable integration.  As new renewable energy technologies are developed and integrated into the electric grid, new opportunities and challenges must be addressed. The #ScienceSynthesis Prize aims to identify these potential roadblocks and areas of investment.      The Science Synthesis Prize is part of a new Grid Resource Integration Technology (GRIT) Prize Series. The GRIT Prize Series is an OE effort in partnership with other offices to coordinate prizes that focus on technology integration into grid systems, including storage, new controls, and distributed energy systems.      Submissions are due August 2024. Read more about this new prize here: https://bit.ly/44igs4h #AmericanMade  

I am excited to share that my latest research paper titled "Grid Support Function in Smart Inverters and Distribution Network Stability" has been accepted for publication in the 5th Jordan CIGRE conference! This achievement comes with the valuable review and insights from Dr. Sameer Bataineh samir@fbsu.edu.sa. Our research delves into innovative solutions for the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into power grids, specifically focusing on the implementation of the volt-var mode in smart inverters to address overvoltage issues and enhance grid stability. This achievement highlights the importance of smart inverter technologies in promoting renewable energy integration, enhancing energy efficiency, and reducing environmental impact. It is a significant step forward in our ongoing efforts to develop sustainable energy solutions. Stay tuned for more details and access to the full paper once it is published #Research #Innovation #RenewableEnergy #GridStability #SmartInverters #VoltVarMode #AcademicPublication #EnergySector #Sustainability #Jordan .

Fraunhofer-Institut für Solare Energiesysteme ISE Topcon solar cell in the M10 format with 24 per cent efficiency Topcon solar modules are increasingly replacing Perc technology. The Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE announced that it was the first European research institute to switch to large-area M10 silicon wafers. This square wafer format with edge lengths of 182 millimeters enables higher cell efficiency. The Fraunhofer ISE achieved an efficiency of 24 percent for its Topcon solar cells. It presented this result on Wednesday at the 20th Photovoltaic Technology Advisory Board meeting. https://lnkd.in/gc8zZ5rV #Topcon #solarcells #efficiency #pv #Germany

💥 Register now for #EnergyOceania2024 and join the 5th Edition of the Global Renewable Energy Meet 2024! Be part of the movement shaping the future of global energy. https://lnkd.in/fUV9A-J 🌟 Welcoming Our Honorable Session Chair for the Energy Oceania 2024 Conference 🌟 We are delighted to introduce Dr. Xu Liu, DECRA Fellow and Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), as the session chair for Renewable Energy Systems and Standards! Dr. Liu obtained his Ph.D. from the School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering at UNSW in 2018. Over the past eight years, he has focused his research on developing low-cost, high-efficiency thin-film and tandem solar cells. His work initially centered on earth-abundant chalcogenides semiconductor materials and has since expanded to inorganic-organic perovskite materials for solar photovoltaic applications. We are thrilled to have Dr. Liu leading this critical session and look forward to the innovative insights he will bring to the conference! 🎉 🔗 Submit your abstract today! Abstract Submission: [https://lnkd.in/ebw9PRH] #renewableenergy #globalenergy #renewables #climateaction #GlobalEnergyMeet #CleanEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #GreenEnergy #ClimateAction #Renewables #EnergyTransition #CleanTech #GlobalMeet #SolarPower #WindEnergy #HydroEnergy #Bioenergy #GeothermalEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #CarbonNeutral #ZeroCarbon #ElectricVehicles #SmartGrid #CircularEconomy #ClimateChange #GreenTechnology #EnergyInnovation #Sustainability #FutureOfEnergy #RenewableRevolution #EcoFriendly #PoweringTheFuture #GlobalLeadership #EnergySecurity #NetZero #EnergyPolicy #EnergySolutions #EnergyStorage #CleanEconomy #LowCarbon #GreenJobs #ClimateSolutions #Decarbonization #RenewableResources #EnergyIndependence #GreenInfrastructure #EmissionReduction #ClimateResilience #SmartCities #EnergyManagement #InnovationInEnergy #EnergyJustice #GlobalCommitment

🌐 Exciting Announcement: Join us at the IEEE International Conference on Renewable Energies and Smart Technologies 2024! 🌿⚡️ 🔍 Panel Session Focus: "Empowering the Grid: Exploring Dynamic Flexibility Solutions for a Resilient Power System" In a world transitioning to renewable energy, flexibility emerges as the key tool for successful operation and planning. 🔄 Join us for a thought-provoking panel session where experts from academia, industry, and system operators will delve into the best practices in Europe. 🌍 Agenda Highlights: Insights into the evolving landscape of renewable energy. Real-world applications and success stories from industry leaders. Strategies and best practices shared by esteemed academia. Key considerations for system operators in managing flexibility. 💬 Why Attend? This session offers a unique opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge, engage with industry pioneers, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of renewable energy. Whether you're an academic, industry professional, or system operator, this discussion promises valuable insights. 🎤 Meet Our Distinguished Speakers: Samuele Grillo - POLIMI, Italy Florin Capitanescu - Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST), Luxembourg Katarina Knezovic, PhD - Hitachi Energy, Switzerland Fitim Kryezi - Energinet, Denmark Hailong Li - Mälardalen University, Sweden Gazmend Kabashi - KOSTT, Kosova Elio VOSHTINA - OST sh.a.-Operatori i Sistemit të Transmetimit, Albania 🗓 Date: 27-28 June 2024 📍 Location: University of Prishtina, Prishtina, Kosova 📌 Save the Date and Stay Tuned for Updates! Don't miss out on this enriching discussion at the forefront of renewable energy and smart technologies. Follow our page for updates and mark your calendar! 🗓️ IEEE Power & Energy Society, IEEE Denmark Section #IEEE #RenewableEnergy #SmartTechnologies #EnergyTransition #PanelDiscussion #REST24 #CleanEnergyFuture

Excited to share our latest publication on "Optimal Utilization of Frequency Ancillary Services in Modern Power Systems"! As the world transitions toward greater integration of renewable energy, managing grid stability becomes increasingly important. Our research addresses this challenge by exploring the optimal use of frequency ancillary services, which are vital for maintaining grid balance, particularly in systems with high penetration of wind and solar power. In this study, we developed strategies to: Enhance system stability with minimal reliance on conventional power plants. Maximize the contribution of renewable energy sources to frequency control. Optimize resource allocation for frequency regulation, leading to a more resilient and sustainable grid. Key Highlights: Application of advanced control techniques for managing frequency ancillary services in renewable-heavy grids. Collaboration with renowned researchers and experts in power systems. Potential for reducing grid dependence on fossil fuel-based reserves while maintaining system reliability. This work is a significant step forward in ensuring that modern power systems can meet the challenges of the renewable energy future. You can read the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/dZj-p42p A big thank you to my PhD student Dr. Kaleem Ullah and research partners for their valuable contributions! 🙌 #RenewableEnergy #PowerSystems #GridStability #FrequencyControl #AncillaryServices #SustainableEnergy

📣 We're calling for an Important Project of Common European Interest for solar #inverters! IPCEIs are led by EU countries, and as cross-border breakthrough innovation 🔬projects, they can contribute significantly to the achievement of EU strategies, like the #EUGreenDeal.   Today, at #IntersolarEurope, SolarPower Europe and representatives from the inverter industry launched 🚀 the paper ‘Inverters 2.0: Strengthening Europe’s inverter industry’. The paper includes a plan for an IPCEI for #IncredibleInverters which was presented to Kerstin Jorna, the European Commission's Director-General for Industry. Europe can use an inverter IPCEI to target improvements in: 💡 The technical capacity of power electronics ⛓ Access to critical components of inverters 🔌Grid forming abilities, to support greater, smoother, solar integration into the #grid 🔐Enhanced cyber-preparedness 📲 Strengthened #digitalisation and interoperability Read the full paper 👇 https://lnkd.in/eMyeq5kb Carlos Llombart Power Electronics | Katharina Luise Eickelberg SMA Solar Technology AG | Martin H. Fronius Solar Energy | Matthias Haig KACO new energy | Walburga Hemetsberger #MakeSolarEU

Fraunhofer-Institut für Solare Energiesysteme ISE Topcon solar cell in the M10 format with 24 per cent efficiency Topcon solar modules are increasingly replacing Perc technology. The Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE announced that it was the first European research institute to switch to large-area M10 silicon wafers. This square wafer format with edge lengths of 182 millimeters enables higher cell efficiency. The Fraunhofer ISE achieved an efficiency of 24 percent for its Topcon solar cells. It presented this result on Wednesday at the 20th Photovoltaic Technology Advisory Board meeting. https://lnkd.in/gc8zZ5rV #Topcon #solarcells #efficiency #pv #Germany