Is energy storage a viable option for utility-scale solar energy systems?

Energy storage has become an increasingly common component of utility-scale solar energy systems in the United States. Much of NREL's analysis for this market segment focuses on the grid impacts of solar-plus-storage systems, though costs and benefits are also frequently considered.

Is CSIRO a good partner for solar PV?

CSIRO is a lead partner of the Australian Solar Thermal Research Institute (ASTRI), an eight-year, $87 million international research collaboration [] Not too hot, not too cold. What’s ‘just right’ for solar PV? You might think that solar panels would work best in summer, when there’s more sunshine.

Where can I find energy storage technologies available for licensing?

Search energy storage technologies available for licensing through our Intellectual Property Office. Through CalCharge and other partnerships, Berkeley Lab has strong collaborative ties with a broad range of energy storage companies in the Bay Area and beyond.

Why is CSIRO organising a photovoltaic Symposium?

CSIRO is supporting this symposium to catalyse discussion about the pathway for commercialisation of next generation photovoltaic technologies, and foster dialogue between colleagues and collaborators from a broad selection of institutions.

What is the Energy Storage Summit?

This public summit convened and connected national and regional thought leaders across industry, government, communities, and the research enterprise to catalyze solutions and partnerships around specific challenges to America’s energy storage future.

How will increased production impact the PV industry?

Workshop participants agreed that the increased production will bring a new set of R&D challenges to the scientific community. Targeted R&D is needed to reduce silver use, and product design for recycling of semiconductors, metals, and glass will be crucial for the long-term sustainability of the PV industry.