CleanTech Journal Desk

News at Glance A Chinese company has unveiled solar-integrated car roofs it says are ready for mass production, according to BGR. The roofs are positioned to augment vehicle power and reduce cabin heating, but detailed performance figures were not published. Commercial rollout depends on OEM partnerships and testing, with certification and cost still key hurdles. […]

News at Glance Frameless modules are being tested directly on soil without conventional steel racking. Potential benefits include lower embodied steel, simplified installation and reduced mounting costs. Key concerns focus on soiling, cooling, durability and permitting under existing standards. California demonstration probes racking-free solar on bare ground Utility‑scale and distributed solar developers are testing a […]

News at Glance Regulatory change allows co-located battery systems to capture curtailed renewable generation for later sale. New route to monetisation helps developers convert previously wasted output into revenue and improve project economics. Implementation requires clear metering, scheduling and market rules to avoid double-counting and preserve grid stability. Curtailment monetisation opens new revenue stream for […]

News at Glance California allows EV owners to export electricity back to the grid through emerging vehicle-to-grid programs. Payments are available for exported power, typically via utilities, aggregators or program providers. Technology and enrollment requirements usually include bidirectional chargers and participation agreements with third-party aggregators or utility pilots. Bidirectional Charging Pilots Target Peak Demand Relief […]

News at Glance U.S. car-buying preferences for larger vehicles and pickups are affecting EV uptake patterns. Charging access and housing patterns—including limited multi-family solutions—are slowing mass adoption. Policy and market incentives vary regionally, shaping an EV transition that differs from other major markets. Large-vehicle demand and patchy infrastructure shape adoption Automakers worldwide are investing heavily […]

News at Glance US teenager developed a predictive model to assess the health of aging EV batteries, according to Interesting Engineering. Model aims to improve state-of-health estimates to support reuse, maintenance and end-of-life decisions for battery packs. Further validation is required before industry adoption, with wider testing and data access cited as next steps. Model […]

News at Glance Four-month extension granted by the Centre for timelines on renewable energy projects amid geopolitical tensions. Decision linked to West Asia crisis that has affected equipment deliveries, shipping and insurance costs for developers. Measure aims to reduce contractual pressure on project developers and ease short-term commissioning hurdles. Four-month extension to ease supply-chain disruption […]

News at Glance 190.5 MW FDRE project commissioned by Tata Power Renewables in Rajasthan. Tata Power Renewables expands its operational renewable portfolio with utility-scale FDRE capacity. Project marks a milestone in the company’s deployment of FDRE technology in India. 190.5 MW Addition Strengthens Utility-Scale Renewable Capacity Tata Power Renewables has commissioned a 190.5 megawatt FDRE […]

News at Glance EV market share topped 25% across Europe in July, Reuters reported. France and Germany were cited as the primary drivers of the monthly increase. Momentum reflects accelerating consumer uptake and shifting industry dynamics in the region. Combined France and Germany Sales Lift EV Share Above 25% Europe’s share of electric vehicle registrations […]

News at Glance Report: Chevrolet may revive the Joy nameplate as an entry-level electric vehicle, according to GM Authority. Target market: budget-conscious buyers would be the likely focus if the model is introduced. No official confirmation from General Motors has been published at the time of the report. Nameplate revival would broaden Chevrolet’s affordable EV […]