# battery storage (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover battery storage. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Best Air Cons To Heat Your Home](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/best-air-cons-to-heat-your-home/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Johnston · SolarQuotes Blog_ Choosing a reverse cycle air conditioner can feel overwhelming. There are dozens of brands available, all claiming to offer excellent performance, efficiency and reliability. Given we’re in winter, we’ll focus this article on the best brands for heating, to keep us toasty warm. When we first started out at Powrhouse, I spoke to about a \[…\] ## [Europe adds 36 GWh of battery storage in 2025, Ukraine enters top five markets](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/europe-adds-36-gwh-of-battery-storage-in-2025-ukraine-enters-top-five-markets/) _2026-08-20 · liorkahana · Energy Storage_ Europe installed 36 GWh of new battery storage capacity in 2025, up 48% year on year, according to SolarPower Europe. Germany remained the continent’s largest market, while Ukraine and Bulgaria entered the top five The post Europe adds 36 GWh of battery storage in 2025, Ukraine enters top five markets appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [BNEF report details heavy falls in battery revenue in Australia](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/bnef-report-details-heavy-falls-in-battery-revenue-in-australia/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ Realized battery arbitrage spreads plunged 84% in the second quarter of 2026, with pointing to increased renewable output and growing battery capacity as the primary drivers of falling power prices and compressed project returns. The post BNEF report details heavy falls in battery revenue in Australia appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Vattenfall and Terralayr debut ‘first-of-its-kind’ 55 MW virtual BESS portfolio](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/vattenfall-and-terralayr-debut-first-of-its-kind-55-mw-virtual-bess-portfolio/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ Virtual batteries deliver real power, with less risk and without the traditional burden that might normally fall on an operator. The post Vattenfall and Terralayr debut ‘first-of-its-kind’ 55 MW virtual BESS portfolio appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Waldevar Energy wins EPC contract for GEN-I Group’s 220 MWh BESS project in Romania](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/waldevar-energy-wins-epc-contract-for-gen-i-groups-220-mwh-bess-project-in-romania/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The Gheorgheni BESS is expected to be live by Q3 2027. The post Waldevar Energy wins EPC contract for GEN-I Group’s 220 MWh BESS project in Romania appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [RFP alert: Appalachian Power seeks 800 MW of battery storage in Virginia](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/rfp-alert-appalachian-power-seeks-800-mw-of-battery-storage-in-virginia/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The utility has issued two RFPs to meet VCEA requirements by 2040. The post RFP alert: Appalachian Power seeks 800 MW of battery storage in Virginia appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [EDF power solutions secures PPAs with NV Energy for 400 MW solar-plus-storage project](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/edf-power-solutions-secures-ppas-with-nv-energy-for-400-mw-solar-plus-storage-project/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The deal involves power from the Winston Energy Project, which will include 400 MWac of solar generation paired with a 400 MW/1,600 MWh battery energy storage system, with operations slated for 2029. The post EDF power solutions secures PPAs with NV Energy for 400 MW solar-plus-storage project appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Why Adding A Battery Module Isn’t As Simple As Lego](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/why-adding-a-battery-module-isnt-as-simple-as-lego/) _2026-08-19 · Kim Wainwright · SolarQuotes Blog_ Looking at a modular home battery, adding another module appears about as difficult as stacking another Lego brick. Lift the new battery into place, stack it on top of the others, plug it in and away you go. How hard can it be? It’s probably why the question pops up every now and then in \[…\] ## [LG Energy Solution starts battery production at new Lansing facility](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/lg-energy-solution-starts-battery-production-at-new-lansing-facility/) _2026-08-19 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The $2 billion plant will manufacture LFP cells for utility-scale energy storage systems alongside high-density NMC cells for electric vehicles. The post LG Energy Solution starts battery production at new Lansing facility appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Blocked BESS in Britain: Clearstone’s appeal fails for 150 MW site at Axminster \[UPDATED\]](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/blocked-bess-in-britain-clearstones-appeal-fails-for-150-mw-site-at-axminster/) _2026-08-19 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ Local groups maintained their opposition to the project after the original local council withdrew its specific reasoning. The post Blocked BESS in Britain: Clearstone’s appeal fails for 150 MW site at Axminster \[UPDATED\] appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZPysqr1WyKXt) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [Germany’s Bayernwerk changes grid connection criteria for BESS, and consumers](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/germanys-bayernwerk-changes-grid-connection-criteria-for-bess-and-consumers/) _2026-08-19 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ By abandoning the first-come, first-served procedure, the grid operator aims to allocate available grid capacity more transparently, predictably, and efficiently in the future. The post Germany’s Bayernwerk changes grid connection criteria for BESS, and consumers appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Phenogy, HD Advanced Technologies to manufacture sodium-ion battery cells in Europe](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/phenogy-hd-advanced-technologies-to-manufacturer-sodium-ion-battery-cells-in-europe/) _2026-08-19 · patrickjowett · Energy Storage_ The Swiss and German companies say their collaboration will help to establish a European technology and industrial platform for sodium-ion battery technology. The post Phenogy, HD Advanced Technologies to manufacture sodium-ion battery cells in Europe appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Could AEMO’s Cautious Grid Planning Be Costing You Money?](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/aemo-cautious-planning-costing-money/) _2026-08-19 · Kim Wainwright · SolarQuotes Blog_ Australia’s electricity market operator has been warned that an overly cautious approach to planning the grid could leave consumers paying more than necessary. That’s one of the findings of an independent review of the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), which has also raised concerns about potential conflicts between some of the organisation’s expanding responsibilities. Energy \[…\] ## [Australia’s Battery Boom Hits 500,000. What’s Changed?](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/australias-battery-boom-hits-500000/) _2026-08-17 · Kim Wainwright · SolarQuotes Blog_ Australia has now installed more than 500,000 batteries under the federal government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program. It’s an impressive number for a scheme that’s a little over a year old, and one Energy Minister Chris Bowen was understandably keen to celebrate. “Every battery installed means another household getting more value from their rooftop solar, and \[…\] ## [‘The Battery Won’t Power The Aircon After Dark’ (And Why That’s Not Your Fault)](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/battery-wont-power-aircon-after-dark/) _2026-08-16 · Finn Peacock · SolarQuotes Blog_ “After installation, we have found out the battery will not power the aircon after dark…” This is a direct quote from the My Efficient Electric Home (MEEH) Facebook group. Tim Forcey suggested it deserved an article. I agree, because there’s a limitation of three-phase battery systems you need to understand before buying. An MEEH member \[…\] ## [Solar Power Nation Clean Bowled By Hundreds Of Complaints](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/solar-power-nation-hundreds-complaints/) _2026-08-13 · Jacob Boyd · SolarQuotes Blog_ A major solar retailer operating under four different names – and promoted by retired cricketer Michael Clarke – faces multiple investigations after copping hundreds of complaints, ranging from allegations of dodgy worksmanship to unrefunded deposit payments for installs that never happened. What Is Solar Power Nation Accused Of? From July 2025 to April 2026, South \[…\] ## [Crossed Neutrals: The Hidden Cost of a Battery Upgrade](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/crossed-neutrals-post-battery-upgrade/) _2026-08-12 · Anthony Bennett · SolarQuotes Blog_ Solar and in particular battery installation often dictates you must have a switchboard update. Can this expose otherwise hidden issues in your house? Not always, but as night follows day, one thing can lead to another. Safety switches save lives. As much as we might curse at them for flicking off the lights from time \[…\] ## [Insulating An Apartment With Strata: What’s Allowed?](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/insulating-apartment-strata-whats-allowed/) _2026-08-11 · Jacob Boyd · SolarQuotes Blog_ The parts of your apartment you can insulate depend on four main factors: Whether you own or rent Whether the work affects common property Whether it changes the building’s outside look Which state you live in These points will help you figure out what you can do right away, what needs approval, and what isn’t \[…\] ## [The Best Home EV Chargers In 2026 Are Made By Battery Manufacturers](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/best-ev-chargers-2026/) _2026-08-11 · Finn Peacock · SolarQuotes Blog_ With full EVs accounting for more than one in five cars sold in July 2026, home EV chargers are selling like hot cakes. To find out which chargers the experts trust, we asked our network of installers a simple question: “Which EV charger would you choose for your own home?” When the votes were tallied, \[…\] ## [Aldi Solar Expands West As Growing Pains Mount](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/aldi-solar-expansion/) _2026-08-10 · Jacob Boyd · SolarQuotes Blog_ Aldi Solar is expanding, with people in Western Australia and South Australia now able to get in line. But there are plenty of red flags to be aware of before getting a solar and battery system from a discount supermarket. Where Is Aldi Solar Available? Aldi Solar went live in metropolitan Western Australia and South \[…\] ## [Earn crypto from idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/euBX85MywxEc) _2026-08-10 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI command, connect your GPU, and start receiving crypto payouts. ## [My thoughts on the ‘Solarpunk is just aesthetics! Y’all can’t do anything!’ Statement](https://solarpunks.net/post/823273947749580800) _2026-07-27 · SOLARPUNKS_ the-habitat-ring : sustainable-solarpunk : My thoughts on the ‘Solarpunk is just aesthetics! Y’all can’t do anything!’ Statement Every movement has some kind of visual identity. Every. Single. One. Now, those identities often evolve after the politics, but that’s not a rule. Solarpunk was created as a way to directly oppose the grim, late stage capitalistic future we’ve been sold my cyberpunk for… ## [This year’s Solarpunk Cambodia project aims to ‘rethink resilience’](https://solarpunks.net/post/822224469075656704) _2026-07-15 · SOLARPUNKS_ Cambodian artists, engineers and other creative practitioners are being invited to work across disciplines to imagine greener and more equitable futures, as Solarpunk Cambodia launches its 2026 initiative, ahead of September’s Clean Energy Week. Returning for its second year, Solarpunk Cambodia is expanding its art programme with collaborative art-making sessions, an artist residency and a… ## [No use case ever too big or too small…](https://solarpunks.net/post/821394139208957952) _2026-07-06 · SOLARPUNKS_ solarpunks : ALT "There's an oppositional quality to solarpunk, but it's an opposition that begins with infrastructure as a form of resistance . " Adam Flynn - Solarpunk: Notes toward a manifesto - 2014 Balcony Solar. Somewhere in Athens, Greece. Shared by friend of the blog No use case ever too big or too small. .. Balcony Solar. Spotted Somewhere in Basel, Switzerland. Shared by friend of the… ## [Electric Sicily: From Etna to Noto’s Golden Streets](https://www.evtv.me/electric-vehicles/electric-sicily-from-etna-to-notos-golden-streets-82e49501) _2026-07-06 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Sicily’s EV revolution turns a road trip from Etna to Noto into a quiet, scenic adventure, balancing emerging charging networks with slow, immersive travel. ## [Tesla Launches Long Awaited Long Wheelbase Model Y L](https://www.evtv.me/news/tesla-launches-long-awaited-long-wheelbase-model-y-l-b38cd626) _2026-07-02 · EVTV · EVTV Latest News_ Tesla finally launched after much anticipation the Model Y L in the US. ## [Happy 23rd Anniversary Tesla](https://www.evtv.me/editorals/happy-23rd-anniversary-tesla-ac04bff0) _2026-07-01 · EVTV Latest News_ On Tesla's 23rd anniversary, a veteran EV tinkerer shows how junkyard Teslas, CHAdeMO hacks and stubborn DIY work turned electric dreams into aluminum filings on the shop floor. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 6/26/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-week-6-26-26-c48e59bf) _2026-06-27 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ This week: cheap battery backup comes to power-starved PJM, Dolly Parton opens a 50,000-square-foot truck stop, Ford begins advanced battery production, and Polestar faces a 2027 US sales ban. ## [Solarpunk, not as in glass and solar panels, but as in less consumption (energy included), more…](https://solarpunks.net/post/820464457399566336) _2026-06-26 · SOLARPUNKS_ solarpunkshoppe : Solarpunk, not as in glass and solar panels, but as in less consumption (energy included), more ceramics, textiles, community, and crafts. Appropriate technology over constant "innovation and progress". As in convivial tools and living. Diversity not just in our biome, but in our architecture and tools as well. Don't let the AI slop images fool ya, solarpunk is more than an… ## [What If Gas Powered Everything?](https://www.evtv.me/electric-vehicles/what-if-gas-powered-everything-0bf1b307) _2026-06-20 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Long-time EV advocate revisits Nissan's “Gas Powered Everything” ad to show how absurd gas cars are—and why electric vehicles now make more sense than ever. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 6/12/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-week-6-12-26-6f604044) _2026-06-13 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ This Dodge Charger Daytona Is Transformed into a Solid-State Battery Test Bed Stellantis and Factorial move promising EV technology from the lab to public roads. Autoweek Solar Power Hits New Milestones in the US Even as Trump Boosts Coal Over Clean Energy Even as President Donald Trump boosts coal over clean energy, solar power is hitting new milestones in the U.S. and remains the leading source… ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MZ4KHbR8x3iP) _2026-06-13 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [In a Single Spring Month, the Balance of American Power Quietly Flipped](https://www.evtv.me/solar/in-a-single-spring-month-the-balance-of-american-power-quietly-flipped-b1708544) _2026-06-11 · EVTV · EVTV Latest News_ In May, solar power supplied 12.8% of U.S. electricity, edging past coal’s 12.2% for the first time, signaling a market-driven shift in the nation’s energy mix. ## [“There’s an oppositional quality to solarpunk, but it’s an opposition that begins…](https://solarpunks.net/post/818334808491130880) _2026-06-02 · SOLARPUNKS_ ALT "There's an oppositional quality to solarpunk, but it's an opposition that begins with infrastructure as a form of resistance . " Adam Flynn - Solarpunk: Notes toward a manifesto - 2014 Balcony Solar. Somewhere in Athens, Greece. Shared by friend of the blog ## [Colorado Approves Balcony Solar, but Approved Units Aren’t Widely Available Yet](https://www.evtv.me/solar/colorado-approves-balcony-solar-but-approved-units-arent-widely-available-yet-0b579fc6) _2026-05-08 · EVTV Latest News_ Colorado now allows plug‑in balcony solar for renters, but certified units are scarce, highlighting a familiar gap between clean‑energy policy, real hardware and vendor follow‑through. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 5/8/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-week-5-8-26-915396d1) _2026-05-08 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Tesla files Roadster trademark and readies Semis, BMW prices 2027 iX3, Porsche Taycan sets record, Rivian eyes R2s, Lucid pulls forecast, Colorado OKs balcony solar, Cadillac tops 100k EVs. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 5/1/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-2da53930) _2026-05-01 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Tesla begins Cybercab and high volume Semi production, used EV prices shift, solar and storage lead 2026 US capacity growth, China dominates rare earths, and Toyota’s EV sales jump 139%. ## [Gas Hits $5 per Gallon: Why EV Adoption Is About to Accelerate](https://www.evtv.me/electric-vehicles/the-30-tipping-point-why-ev-adoption-is-about-to-accelerate-a0569933) _2026-04-28 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Cheaper batteries, volatile gas prices and better charging networks are pushing electric cars from niche choice to the new normal. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 4/24/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-week-4-24-26-be65fbf5) _2026-04-24 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ From new EV charging funds and solar laws to chip deals and self-driving wins, this week reshapes clean transport, energy and data center grids. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 4/17/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-weerk-4-17-26-8b524ab5) _2026-04-17 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ This week's EV and clean-energy roundup: Tesla's FSD gets first European clearance, Rivian powers a factory with spent batteries, and states weigh plug-in balcony solar laws. ## [EVTV Motor Verks and Rickard Electric Announce “Watt Wednesdays” Free Electric Vehicle Charging](https://www.evtv.me/news/evtv-motor-verks-and-rickard-electric-announce-watt-wednesdays-free-electric-vehicle-charging-14c46383) _2026-04-10 · EVTV · EVTV Latest News_ Free EV charging in Cape Girardeau: EVTV Motor Verks and Rickard Electric host “Watt Wednesdays” May 6–July 29, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at 601 Morgan Oak Street. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 3/27/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-week---evs-solar-battery-storage-the-weeks-essentials-3-27-26-95029caa) _2026-03-27 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ EV recalls and launches, record U.S. wind and solar, DIY balcony solar bills, home backup batteries and robotaxis: this week’s key shifts in electric mobility and clean power. ## [A Wind-Powered Tumbleweed That Heals the Desert as It Rolls – Yanko Design](https://solarpunks.net/post/811681862900695040) _2026-03-21 · SOLARPUNKS_ solarpunkfuturenow : A Wind-Powered Tumbleweed That Heals the Desert as It Rolls – Yanko Design A Wind-Powered Tumbleweed That Heals the Desert as It Rolls – Yanko Design https://share.google/oFvKVpez3eC0g5MEc A Wind-Powered Tumbleweed That Heals the Desert as It Rolls - Yanko Design ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Battery Storage "The Week's Essentials" 3/20/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-of-the-week-3-20-26-af9f9e85) _2026-03-20 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Gas tops $5 in three states, BMW's 440-mile i3 targets Tesla, Uber taps Rivian for $1.25B robotaxis, and Tesla-LG plan a $4.3B battery plant in Michigan. ## [Watt War?: We Need More EVs Now](https://www.evtv.me/editorals/watt-war-we-need-more-evs-now-19af34ee) _2026-03-19 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Iran’s turmoil shows how oil chaos hits your wallet. This piece argues more EVs and clean power can protect Americans from global energy shocks. ## [NoGas: The “Third World” Is Jumping Straight to Electric Vehicles!](https://www.evtv.me/electric-vehicles/skipping-the-gas-era-how-the-third-world-is-jumping-straight-to-electric-vehicles-ae7bd7ba) _2026-03-06 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Developing countries are leapfrogging gas cars and going straight to EVs, upending Detroit’s export plans as Chinese automakers flood emerging markets. ## [News of the Week - EVs, Solar, Storage "The Week's Essentials" 3/6/26](https://www.evtv.me/news/news-7fd083ed) _2026-03-06 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ EV satisfaction hits new highs amid sales slump, Volvo recalls EX30s, Lucid cuts 12% of US staff, record US storage growth, Aptera readies production, Tesla gets Bank of America upgrade. ## [Fires in I.C.E. vs. Electric Vehicles: Separating Reality from Bullshit](https://www.evtv.me/electric-vehicles/fires-in-ice-vs-electric-vehicles-separating-reality-from-bullshit-3145cfc5) _2026-02-24 · Brian Noto · EVTV Latest News_ Data from safety agencies show EVs catch fire far less often than gas cars, despite headlines that make electric vehicles seem like rolling fireballs. ## [The solarpunk community’s interests extend beyond literature, though. Some of the greatest ferment…](https://solarpunks.net/post/809093464443813888) _2026-02-20 · SOLARPUNKS_ Tired of dystopian sci-fi? You might like Solarpunk. The solarpunk community’s interests extend beyond literature, though. Some of the greatest ferment is online, where everyday folks cram into themed subreddits, Tumblrs, and Substacks, posting their mood-board images of a better future. Some of it is fantasy—solar airships with grappling hooks hovering over vertical farms—but more often, the… ## [Solar Insiders Podcast: Energy smarts for home batteries and EVs](https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au/solar-insiders-podcast-energy-smarts-for-home-batteries-and-evs/) _2026-01-21 · Sophie Vorrath · One Step Off The Grid_ Kaluza CEO Melissa Gander on the change in technologies, and energy thinking, that will deliver more value to consumers. Plus: News of the week, including solar recycling plan and home battery uptake. The post Solar Insiders Podcast: Energy smarts for home batteries and EVs appeared first on One Step Off The Grid . ## [SwitchedOn podcast: Why energy companies should be forced to act in their customers’ best interests](https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au/switchedon-podcast-why-energy-companies-should-be-forced-to-act-in-their-customers-best-interests/) _2026-01-20 · Anne Delaney · One Step Off The Grid_ Former regulator, Ron Ben-David argues that loyalty penalties, consumer confusion and endless rule-making all stem from a flawed market design that puts responsibility on households instead of energy retailers. The post SwitchedOn podcast: Why energy companies should be forced to act in their customers’ best interests appeared first on One Step Off The Grid . ## [Inside the UN’s Massive Lake Project in Africa](https://solarpunks.net/post/806158054962987008) _2026-01-19 · SOLARPUNKS_ Inside the UN’s Massive Lake Project in Africa Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison journeys with the UN World Food Programme to the edge of the Sahara Desert in the Abeche and Mongo regions of Chad. He visits 3 projects where massive dykes have been to hold back floodwaters and soak the water into the ground to create fertile well-watered farms and recharge water tables.