The Solar Product Registry Set to Boost Solar Deployment

Against a backdrop of changing market demands and policy-making contexts, ENERCON is repositioning itself and can now offer its customers an expanded portfolio of products and solutions. Following the successful inclusion of the high-yield E-175 EP5 into the model range, partners can now choose from a comprehensive range of modular solutions for the design of hybrid power plants. ENERCON's objective: to always enable customers to achieve an attractive added value from their green energy project.

‘With this repositioning we are changing from a wind turbine manufacturer that offers servicing to an active provider of solutions and an enabler for the networked green energy ecosystem, with our wind turbines on centre stage’, says ENERCON CEO Udo Bauer. ‘This offers us the opportunity to actively shape the next phase of the energy transition together with our customers, and to help build an integrated, interlinked renewable energy system.’

New paths for connected solutions

As a pioneer of green power generation, ENERCON has vast experience and expertise and has always thought beyond wind energy alone. ‘Together with our customers and partners we are embarking on new ways of combining the diverse elements of the green energy ecosystem into intelligently networked solutions – from power generation through to storage and feeding into the grid’, says Bauer. ‘We are not doing all this by ourselves; we are open to partnerships, collaborations and new solutions.’

‘We are underlining this change by also relaunching our brand’, adds Bauer. ‘The new brand identity will make our culture of openness, networking and holistic future outlook something that can be seen and experienced. In visual terms as well as content, it is a reflection of what we stand for today: determined in our responsibility towards our customers, our environment and our employees, convinced of the future of green energy and committed to the intelligent linking of technologies, people and markets. With this new brand story we want to show that we do not just build wind turbines, but also seek to help our customers to unlock the full potential of their green energy solutions – both today and in the markets of tomorrow.’

‍More complex framework conditions

Changing conditions are making it increasingly complex and more challenging for onshore operators to generate and market green energy profitably. Many of the countries with regulated markets are pulling out of remuneration systems with guaranteed feed-in tariffs. The green kilowatt-hour produced is becoming a commodity that is traded on the energy market and has to be profitable. Furthermore, governments are now making demands on the economic viability of the energy system, for a more effective use of the grid infrastructure, for more constant energy production and grid feed, and for grid stabilisation and lower generation and system costs. ENERCON wants to offer its customers the maximum support in boosting the value of the kilowatt-hour.

In the new solutions it offers, the company is taking a holistic approach to the ‘green energy ecosystem’. ‘By this we mean the overall energy system that is now undergoing transformation – including renewable power generating units, energy storage systems, transmission and distribution networks, high-voltage substations, supply to large industrial consumers and domestic electricity customers’, says Udo Bauer. ‘To give more value to wind energy, we are incorporating this ecosystem and interlinking our solution modules in an intelligent manner.’

Comprehensive solution portfolio based on wind turbines

The offerings include solutions for the areas of ‘End-to-end project Engineering’, ‘Connected Operation’ and ‘Smart Optimisation’. Customers can choose from these modules to suit their objectives. ENERCON’s smart wind turbines continue to form the basis of this approach. The focus is on the new top-of-the-range model, the E-175 EP5, which is experiencing strong market demand. Its superb performance and yield properties, dependable technology, the highest quality standards and versatility for combination with other solution modules all offer the best conditions for optimum customer benefits and diverse added value advantages, irrespective of the project profile or the configuration of the solution portfolio.‍

ENERCON supports the planning and implementation of customers’ projects. If desired, hybrid power plants comprising a wind farm, battery storage system and grid connection can be developed. And for the management and control of the project solutions created, ENERCON offers interlinked options (such as system monitoring, proactive maintenance, repair and spare parts management and optional protection packages for cybersecurity). In addition, ENERCON takes care of the ongoing operational optimisation. Operators can take advantage of performance upgrades (e.g. yield or load-optimised operating modes or reduced-noise operation) that keep their systems at a competitive level so that they benefit from a significant added value from their project even in later phases of operation.

ENERCON | https://www.enercon.de/en

ARRAY Technologies (NASDAQ: ARRY) (“ARRAY” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of solar tracking technology products, software, services and foundation solutions, announced today that its DuraTrack and OmniTrack systems have been verified by Intertek to be compatible with 2000-volt (2kV) module-wired systems. This milestone reinforces ARRAY's commitment to delivering forward looking solutions that drive efficiency and cost savings for the solar industry.

“With this verification, ARRAY proves again that we are at the forefront of solar innovation,” said Aaron Gabelnick, chief strategy and technology officer at ARRAY Technologies. “As the industry moves toward 2,000-volt architectures to enhance efficiency and reduce costs, our tracking systems are already equipped to meet these evolving needs. Our customers can be confident that ARRAY is delivering technology designed for the future, today.”

Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, conducted a comprehensive review of ARRAY's trackers under UL 3703 and UL 2703 standards, confirming that the company’s tracking systems meet the necessary technical requirements for 2kV system operation without requiring additional modifications. This validation underscores ARRAY’s readiness to support the industry’s transition to higher-voltage architectures, which enable improved electrical efficiency and lower system costs.

By increasing system voltage from 1,500V to 2,000V, solar projects may reduce electrical losses, lower material costs, and improve overall system performance. ARRAY’s long-row system architecture, available on DuraTrack and OmniTrack, further enhances efficiency, making it easier for developers and EPCs to optimize system design while reducing the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCoE).

Intertek’s review confirms that ARRAY’s trackers align with industry safety and performance standards, supporting their compatibility with next-generation solar technologies.

ARRAY Technologies | www.arraytechinc.com

Green Energy Storage (GES), an Italian innovative company in the field of green energy storage, and RINA, the multinational engineering consultancy, inspection and certification group, have signed a framework agreement for the development of a groundbreaking hydrogen battery designed by GES. The first prototype will be unveiled in December 2025.

GES Technology: hydrogen hybrid gas/liquid battery

This new generation of batteries is based on a hybrid hydrogen/liquid technology using a manganese-based liquid electrolyte. The cell integrates hydrogen production and reabsorption in a closed cycle, eliminating the need for external tanks. Key technical features of this battery include:

• Green chemistry: abundant active materials (manganese), non-toxic, recyclable, and with a low environmental footprint;
• Modularity and scalability: independent energy and power components, expandable up to the MegaWatt (MW) scale.

This technology stands out for its long lifespan and reliable performance. Its estimated lifecycle exceeds 12,000 cycles - equivalent to around 15–20 years of use – thus ensuring significant cost optimization (LCOS) and a reduction in the volume of materials required compared to conventional flow batteries.

The system also incorporates advanced hardware and software components: in-house production of membranes and catalysts ensures direct control over quality and efficiency, while the integration of AI-enabled sensors, machine learning algorithms, and an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) guarantees maximum operational safety, predictive diagnostics, and seamless integration with hybrid systems. 

The project is part of the IPCEI (“Important Projects of Common European Interest”) funded by the European Union under NextGenerationEU. For this initiative, GES received €61.5 million in funding, covering approximately 98.5% of the total costs of the project.

The GES-RINA collaboration

This agreement marks the beginning of a strategic journey that will support GES in moving from a laboratory-scale prototype to a market-ready product, with RINA actively involved in several stages. Specifically, RINA will be responsible for technology validation - ensuring the solution meets the highest standards of reliability and performance - and for the engineering optimization of the system to make it efficient, scalable, and compliant with applicable regulations. In addition, leveraging its extensive expertise in supporting businesses in market entry, RINA will assist GES in defining its go-to-market strategy, facilitating the commercialization of the technology in the energy sector.

Matteo Mazzotta, Chief Executive Officer of GES, said: “This partnership is a key milestone in accelerating the development of our technology. RINA’s contribution, with its international experience and strong engineering and regulatory expertise, not only strengthens the technical soundness of our project but also confirms its value in view of future industrialization.”

Michele Budetta, Chief Executive Officer of RINA Consulting, added: “We are delighted to support GES in the development of such an innovative and promising technology. Our role will be to guide GES from the laboratory to the market, helping to make this solution technologically robust, regulatory-compliant, and ready to meet the energy challenges of the future.”

Green Energy Storage | https://www.greenenergystorage.eu/

RINA | https://www.rina.org/en

LS Energy Solutions (“LS-ES”), a leading provider of grid-connected energy storage solutions, announced that commercial operations have commenced at the Big Rock energy storage site in Imperial County, California. The 200 MW/400 MWh project, developed and operated in partnership with Gore Street Energy Storage Fund (“GSF”), is now providing resource adequacy (RA) and ancillary services for the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) electrical grid.

“We are thrilled to see the Big Rock site in full commercial operation and providing storage services for CAISO,” said Curt Feldman, Vice President at LS Energy Solutions. “As California’s grid faces challenges from data center growth, wildfires, and the need to meet carbon reduction goals, utility-scale storage like Big Rock is more critical than ever. Gore Street Energy Storage Fund has been an excellent partner for this project, and we look forward to working with them on future CAISO projects.”

The Big Rock site includes 137 LS-ES AiON-ESS containers storing energy for two-hour durations. LS-ES and GSF currently operate the site at 100 MW of deliverability to supply 400 MWh to CAISO and meet the four-hour discharge stipulation of a 12-year RA contract. In addition to supplying AiON-ESS containers, LS-ES is also supporting the site with operational services that include preventative and capacity maintenance, an extended warranty, and system remote monitoring for the life of the project.

GSF acquired the Big Rock site in February 2023 from clean energy developer Avantus, and it marks the developer’s first project for CAISO. Big Rock joins other energy storage investments by GSF in Texas, Ireland, Great Britain, and Germany, with a total operational portfolio of 753.4 MW / 924.1 MWh of energy storage assets.

“We are pleased to see Big Rock delivering the full suite of storage services to CAISO, including operation under the 12-year Resource Adequacy contract we have secured," said Alicja Kowalewska-Montfor, Technical Principal at Gore Street Capital. “This marks our first project in CAISO, one of North America’s leading grid operators. Our 200 MW / 400 MWh site, supported by LS Energy Solutions, will play a vital role in supporting CAISO in building a more flexible grid for Californians, and we look forward to supporting the operator for years to come.”

To learn more about the Big Rock site and LS-ES’s energy storage services, visit https://www.ls-es.com/, or meet with the LS-ES team at the RE+ trade show (September 9-11, LS Electric booth F17613).

LS Energy Solutions | www.ls-es.com

Gore Street Energy Storage Fund | www.gsenergystoragefund.com

Renewable Properties, a developer and investor in small-scale utility, community solar, energy storage, and electric vehicle infrastructure projects, has closed the tax equity funding for its Fund 10 portfolio. The $26.5 million Fund 10 closing expands Renewable Properties’ ongoing relationship with SOLCAP, KeyState’s tax equity investment platform.

Fund 10 includes three solar projects in California, totaling 17 MWdc. The projects have commenced construction and are scheduled for completion this year. 

The 5.56 MWdc Redemeyer Road Solar Project in Ukiah, to be completed in Q4 2025, will also incorporate a 4 MWdc/16 MWh energy storage system. Power from the Redemeyer project will be procured by community choice aggregator Sonoma Clean Power (SCP) as part of its EverGreen shared solar program, which allows customers to benefit from off-site solar, storage, and geothermal energy.

The Althea Avenue Solar Phase 1 and Phase 2 projects in Fresno County will complete construction by Q4 2025. Energy from the 6.42 MWdc Althea Solar Phase 1 project will contribute to the Disadvantaged Communities (DAC) Green Tariff program offered by Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), which provides clean power to low to moderate income-qualified residents with a 20% discount on their electric bills. The adjacent 5.02 MWdc Althea Phase 2 project is part of PG&E’s Solar Choice program, which allows customers to purchase solar energy to match either 50% or 100% of their energy use.

“We’re grateful to our tax equity partner KeyState for supporting another Renewable Properties project portfolio and their continued commitment to helping us provide solar access to more Californians,” said Aaron Halimi, Founder and President of Renewable Properties. “With these projects and our expanding 1.5 GW pipeline, Renewable Properties is living up to our mission to drive energy forward for local communities.”

Since 2021, KeyState – through its tax equity platform, SOLCAP – has been a trusted partner to Renewable Properties. By investing in four of the company’s renewable energy project funds, including Fund 10’s 17 MWdc portfolio, KeyState has helped finance the construction and operation of 86.3 MWdc of small-scale utility and community solar projects across five states.

“By continuing to grow our tax equity collaboration with Renewable Properties with Fund 10, we are helping expand access to local clean energy throughout the U.S.,” said Josh Miller, CEO of KeyState, which manages the SOLCAP platform. “In this time of policy uncertainty, our ongoing relationship strengthens the community solar and small-scale utility solar market and adds to our successful track record with Renewable Properties.”

While the recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) presents challenges for the industry, Renewable Properties has built a strong financial foundation with tax equity and lending partners that will enable the company to continue expanding community solar. The 17 MW Fund 10 portfolio is part of Renewable Properties’ pipeline of more than 1.5 GW of solar, energy storage, and fleet EV charging projects under development. The company will announce further project commencements this year.

Renewable Properties | www.renewprop.com

KeyState | www.sol-cap.com

Stryten Energy LLC, a leading U.S.-based energy storage solutions provider, will showcase its Lead BESS at RE+ 2025, North America’s largest clean energy event, held September 8–11 at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas.

At Booth #F18033, attendees will see how this proven solution delivers power security and flexibility across commercial, industrial, and utility-scale environments. From microgrids and EV charging stations to hospitals, warehouses, and data centers, Lead BESS ensures facilities maintain uptime, reduce energy costs, and enhance sustainability.

Key benefits of Stryten’s Lead BESS include:

• Grid resilience through rapid response and voltage stabilization.
• Reliable back-up power to ensure operational continuity during outages.
• Modular design to meet evolving power demands, from microgrids to multi-site industrial facilities.
• Low fire risk and strong thermal stability for safe indoor installation.
• Integration with solar and other renewables for peak shaving and carbon reduction.

Backed by vertically integrated, U.S.-based manufacturing facilities, Stryten Energy’s lead battery production ensures secure sourcing and sustainable manufacturing for its customers.

“Our Lead BESS is engineered to keep operations running, minimizing downtime and safeguarding business continuity,” said Scott Childers, Vice President of Essential Power at Stryten Energy. “Just as businesses need confidence they won’t lose power, they need confidence their energy storage partner will deliver dependable service and support. With U.S.-based manufacturing and a fully integrated, turnkey system, our Lead BESS delivers true energy resilience, improving reliability while helping meet sustainability goals.”

In addition to Lead BESS, the Stryten team will feature lithium BESS and off-grid battery technologies designed to help businesses and consumers meet their energy resilience needs. Stryten partner Storion Energy will also display its innovative Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) components used for Long-Duration Energy Storage applications.

Stryten Energy is driving the transformation of energy storage with a portfolio of solutions including advanced lead, lithium, and vanadium technologies. This battery-first, technology-agnostic model ensures customers have the right chemistry for the right application.

Panel Discussions at RE+ 2025

Stryten Energy will host two thought-provoking panel discussions that explore the evolving role of energy storage in distributed infrastructure and solar bankability.

• On Tuesday, September 9 at 2 p.m., the panel “Behind the Meter, Ahead of the Curve: How Distributed Energy Is Redefining the Power Paradigm” will spotlight how behind-the-meter solar-plus-storage is reshaping energy systems. Moderated by Scott Childers, the session features David Johnson of CE+T America, Jon Parrella of TerraFlow Energy, and Dr. Vick Singh of Dragonfly Energy. Attendees will gain insights into how distributed energy resources are accelerating deployment, improving resiliency, and empowering communities to take control of their energy futures.
• Wednesday, September 10 at 11 a.m., the panel “Making Solar More Bankable” will examine how energy storage transforms solar into a grid-ready, financially viable solution. Olivia Amyette of Infinite Energy Advisors, Dr. Vick Singh of Dragonfly Energy, and Travis Torrey of Storion Energy will join Scott Childers to discuss how battery storage enhances solar reliability, reduces levelized cost of energy, and supports sustainability goals. The conversation will also explore regulatory shifts, integration challenges, and the future of solar-plus-storage amid rising demand from AI, EVs, and electrification.

Visit Booth #F18033 to participate in Stryten Energy’s panel discussions and discover how energy storage delivers the resilience and reliability your operations demand. For more information about Stryten Energy’s presence at RE+, visit www.stryten.com/stryten-at-re-plus/.

Stryten Energy | www.stryten.com

EnergyHub, a leading provider of grid-edge flexibility solutions, announced the acquisition of Bridge to Renewables (BTR), a strategic investment that will accelerate utility electric vehicle (EV) program growth. Through the acquisition, EnergyHub expands its direct partnerships with top EV original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), gains access to foundational integrations with those OEMs, and enables highly engaging EV driver experiences across managed charging programs.

EnergyHub provides Virtual Power Plant (VPP) technology to over 80 North American utilities, managing more than 120 programs that integrate EVs, connected thermostats, batteries, and other flexible devices. By optimizing these resources in a single platform, EnergyHub helps clients meet rapid load growth while ensuring reliable, affordable service for all.

BTR is the preeminent provider of EV telematics-based solutions used by EV OEMs. The company works with 12 EV manufacturers to enable more than 500,000 connected vehicles to participate in low carbon fuel standard programs. BTR also facilitates participation in managed charging programs via a suite of embeddable mobile app experiences.

As electricity demand continues to rise, load flexibility is critical for ensuring grid reliability and affordability. By acquiring BTR, EnergyHub dramatically scales its ability to integrate EVs– alongside other distributed energy resources (DERs) like thermostats, batteries, and more– into cross-DER VPPs that simultaneously deliver value to customers, EV OEMs, and the grid.

Benefits of the acquisition include:

• Accelerated growth for utilities’ managed charging programs. BTR’s existing integrations with EV OEMs will make it simpler and faster for those OEMs to participate in EnergyHub’s utility clients’ managed charging programs. At the same time, BTR’s embeddable app experience makes it easier for drivers to enroll in managed charging programs and track the benefits of participation.
• Streamlined access to new opportunities for EV OEMs. OEMs integrated with BTR’s platform to participate in low carbon fuels programs will be able to leverage that same integration to access managed charging programs that EnergyHub runs for utility clients.
• Simple, engaging experiences for every EV driver. BTR’s platform enables EV OEMs to offer drivers across North America the ability to optimize charging for cost and emissions and to view performance via the OEM’s mobile app, building drivers’ familiarity with EV managed charging via a trusted channel and boosting utility program enrollment rates once an OEM’s vehicles are eligible to participate.

“BTR has proven its value as the connective layer between drivers, EV OEMs, and multiple DERMS providers and regulators” said Seth Frader-Thompson, President, EnergyHub. “By acquiring BTR, we are accelerating our delivery of transformative grid value and an exceptional customer experience – built on an industry-leading foundation of EV data, seamless integrations, and VPP expertise.”

“EnergyHub is the ideal partner to bring the benefits of our combined platforms to our OEM partners and millions of EV drivers,” said Jack Barrow, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, BTR. “With EnergyHub’s reach across more than 80 utilities and proven capabilities across device classes, this combination will catalyze the next phase of growth and innovation in the EV managed charging ecosystem.”

EnergyHub | energyhub.com/ev

Bridge to Renewables | https://btr.energy/