Ontario is significantly increasing its commitment to electric mobility, topping up its ChargeON programme with an additional CAD 92 million (around 58.7 million euros) as part of the province’s 2025/2026 budget. The new funding lifts the total provincial investment in public EV charging infrastructure to CAD 180 million, according

Port of Antwerp-Bruges Introduces Electric Tugboat: A Step Towards Sustainable Shipping The Port of Antwerp-Bruges, a key player in global logistics and shipping, has taken a significant step towards sustainability with the introduction of its first electric tugboat. This innovative initiative aligns with the port’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions

Trade group Swissolar has called for a national energy storage strategy to support the growing popularity of home solar-plus-battery systems in Switzerland. May 16, 2025 Sandra Enkhardt From ESS News In Switzerland, roughly every second residential PV system is installed together with a battery energy storage system (BESS). “Over the

The US Department of Energy is letting loose with a new round of $2.91 billion in funding for a soup-to-nuts overhaul of the lithium supply chain for EV batteries and other energy storage systems, and not just because it wants to help save the planet from catastrophic climate change. As

Bluetti has unveiled its latest energy storage solution, the Apex 300, a versatile portable power station designed to meet the growing demand for reliable and scalable energy storage. With a substantial 2,764.8 Wh capacity and a maximum output of 3,840 W, the Apex 300 is engineered to power a wide

During the recent conference call with analysts for Tesla’s first quarter 2016, co-founder and CTO JB Straubel said that we shouldn’t focus too much on Tesla’s previously stated goal of 35 GWh of battery cell production at the Gigafactory, and 50 GWh of battery pack output. Straubel said that Tesla

In today’s fast-paced technological landscape, bulk battery orders represent a significant opportunity for resellers to maximize profits. The demand for batteries—be it for consumer electronics, electric vehicles, or renewable energy storage—continues to rise. Understanding how to navigate the complexities of bulk battery sourcing can provide resellers with a competitive edge.

  According to Chinese media reports, HiPhi has changed its majority owner and has begun preparations for a resumption of work. Only 30.2 per cent of the brand is currently owned by its previous owner, Human Horizons. According to Chinese media, the remaining 69.8 per cent has been taken over

The Sunbox Industry product, aimed at the commercial and industrial (C&I) segment, offers a modular, scalable, and intelligent solution, according to the manufacturer. It can be scaled from 100 kW/172 kWh to 3 MW/15 MWh. May 19, 2025 Pilar Sánchez Molina From ESS News Spanish energy storage system manufacturer Turbo Energy, part

    Last Updated on: 10th November 2023, 06:47 pm Ships spew a bunch of pollution into the atmosphere as they ply the world’s oceans. According to Fleetzero, a startup based in New Orleans, they account for 2.2% of global carbon dioxide emissions — about a billion tons a year

Tesla's Ambitious Battery Output Plans: Tripling Gigafactory 1's Capacity In a bold announcement that has electrified the automotive and energy markets, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed the company’s intentions to triple the planned battery output of its Gigafactory 1 in Nevada, aiming for an impressive 150 GWh (gigawatt-hours). This

For the most part, Tesla’s Gigafactory has looked the same from the outside since the beginning of the year. The first phase consists of 4 sections of about 475,000 square feet for a total of 1.9 million square feet. The final version of the building, which should be completed by

A total of 7,231 electric cars from BYD were newly registered in Europe in April, according to JATO Dynamics. This was slightly more than Tesla’s new registrations, which totalled 7,165 units. “Although the difference between the monthly sales figures of the two brands may be small, the impact is huge.

Xiaomi YU7: Exciting Launch of Three Variants Xiaomi, known for its commitment to innovation and quality, is set to release the much-anticipated YU7 smartphone. This new device is generating buzz due to its three distinct variants, catering to a range of user preferences and budgets. Here’s everything you need to

Italy expects a wave of subsidized utility-scale batteries to meet all national grid needs, attendees heard last week at the NetZero Milan summit. May 19, 2025 Sergio Matalucci Image: pv magazine Italia, Sergio Matalucci From ESS News Energy storage insiders who spoke at an event at the NetZero Milan trade

    At the end of 2021, the United States had 4,605 megawatts (MW) of operational utility-scale battery storage power capacity, according to our latest Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory. Power capacity refers to the greatest amount of energy a battery can discharge in a given moment. Batteries used for grid

The Tesla Model 3’s $35,000 price tag will be enabled in part due to a significant reduction in battery cost through the automaker’s partnership with Panasonic on the Gigafactory in Nevada. While Tesla owns and operates the giant battery factory, Panasonic is still in charge of battery cell production at