First Wind, an independent U.S.-based wind energy company, announced that construction of the 21 MW Kaheawa Wind II project has been completed and commercial operations have begun. Located above Ma’alaea harbor in West Maui, Kaheawa Wind II features a battery energy storage system to assist in meeting performance standards and smoothing fluctuations in wind energy Continue reading →
GridSense has announced that an un-named California utility will use its LineIQ solution to measure the impact of electricity generated by solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on the grid. The utility will use LineIQ monitoring on distribution lines surrounding PV systems, focusing on fluctuations due to time of day and weather conditions. via KW27 | California utility to Continue reading →
Siemens has developed an energy-storage system that can act as a buffer in electrical power grids. The aim is to provide a buffer against short-term fluctuations in output from renewable energy sources. Such fluctuations can last for seconds or several minutes long. The modular designed Siestorage battery is based on lithium-ion rechargeable battery technology and Continue reading →
The hamper overflowing with soiled clothes may not be the only factor to determine when local residents decide to load the washing machine. In the near future, they may first glance at their electric or natural gas meters to see if they’re getting a good deal on the cost of their power per kilowatt-hour. Baltimore Continue reading →
