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Smithville, Texas, a town known for its giant gingerbread man and Hollywood cameos, is making headlines for something even bigger—its solar future. With a 1.4MW solar power plant now generating clean energy for over 100 homes, this small town is proving that the energy transition isn't just for big cities.In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Smithville's solar transformation, from the unique financing mechanism that made it possible to the community benefits already taking shape. Hear from the local government and developers as they share the challenges, solutions, and surprising impacts of bringing solar to rural America.
In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments PLC (LSE: MAST). The company recently announced that its Pyebridge flexible power generation asset achieved a record high average electricity sales price of approximately £160 per MWh in December 2024, significantly outperforming the market average of around £91 per MWh. This performance led to preliminary trading revenue of about £77,000 for the month. Additionally, the commissioning of a refurbished 2.7MW genset has doubled Pyebridge's operational capacity to 5.4MW. During January 2025, intraday electricity prices in Great Britain reached multi-year highs of £1,000/MWh due to extended periods of low wind generation, increasing demand for flexible power plants like Pyebridge. Disclaimer & Declaration of Interest This podcast may contain paid promotions, including but not limited to sponsorships, endorsements, or affiliate partnerships. The information, investment views, and recommendations provided are for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any financial products related to the companies discussed. Any opinions or comments are made to the best of the knowledge and belief of the commentators; however, no responsibility is accepted for actions based on such opinions or comments. The commentators may or may not hold investments in the companies under discussion. Listeners are encouraged to perform their own research and consult with a licensed professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this podcast.
In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we're joined by Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments, to discuss the company's latest milestones. Pieter dives into the newly secured Growth Capital Partnership with Powertree, which is set to accelerate the development of flexible power generation projects, starting with the Hindlip Lane site. We also explore the progress at Pyebridge, now operating at 5.4MW and poised to benefit from soaring electricity prices and new Capacity Market contracts. Pieter shares insights into the relentless work behind the scenes to finalize these deals, just in time for Christmas, and provides an exciting glimpse into MED's strategy for 2025 and beyond. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of flexible power! Disclaimer & Declaration of Interest The information, investment views, and recommendations in this podcast are provided for general information purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any financial product relating to any companies under discussion or to engage in or refrain from doing so or engaging in any other transaction. Any opinions or comments are made to the best of the knowledge and belief of the commentator but no responsibility is accepted for actions based on such opinions or comments. The commentators may or may not hold investments in the companies under discussion.
Botala Energy Ltd (ASX:BTE) CEO Kris Martinick talks with Proactive's Tylah Tully about the company's Serowe CBM Project in Botswana and its notable progress throughout 2024. Martinick emphasised Botala Energy's transition from technical achievements to commercial success, with a 42% increase in certified resources and ongoing efforts to supply gas to the Johannesburg market by 2027. “Our Serowe project demonstrates strong potential with its cost-effective wells and commercially viable gas production,” said Martinick. The CEO detailed plans to finalise a mining licence in early 2025 and shared updates on renewable energy initiatives. Botala has also progressed its solar projects, including a 4MW facility with a 25-year PPA and a larger 500MW development in partnership with a Netherlands-based firm. Looking ahead, Martinick revealed the company's focus on concluding gas offtake agreements and starting a bankable feasibility study for LNG production. He highlighted Botala's commitment to integrating gas and solar energy for sustainable solutions in Southern Africa. #ProactiveInvestors #BotalaEnergy #ASX #SeroweCBM #BotswanaEnergy #LNGProduction #GasAndSolar #RenewableEnergy #ASXBTE #ProactiveUpdates
Botala Energy Ltd (ASX:BTE) director and chair Wolf Martinick joins Proactive's Tylah Tully to discuss the company's progress in Botswana with the company receiving environmental approval from the Department of Environmental Protection for the development of its Serowe Energy Hub. The project will include liquefied natural gas (LNG) storage and distribution facilities, a 24-megawatt (MW) solar/gas hybrid power plant, a 4MW solar tender to supply the local grid, service and storage facilities, and a small market gardening area. This approval covers all aspects of Botala's proposed gasfield and energy development plans, including commercial gas production, LNG facilities and pipelines connecting the Serowe gasfield to Leupane. The Serowe Energy Hub is part of a larger effort to supply LNG and electricity locally and to neighbouring countries. Botala is also preparing to start development on a 4MW solar project, with local stakeholders including the Serowe community's Ngwato Development Trust. In addition, the company is focused on its Serowe coal bed methane gas project and the development of the larger Leupane Energy Hub. #ProactiveInvestors #BotalaEnergy #ASX #SeroweEnergyHub #LNG #SolarEnergy #BotswanaEnergy #GasProduction #EnergyHub #RenewableEnergy #HybridPowerPlant #EnvironmentalApproval #CoalBedMethane #EnergyDevelopment #SustainableEnergy #SouthAfricaEnergy #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #PowerPlant #SolarPower #GasPipeline #EnergyInfrastructure #invest #investing #investment #investor #stockmarket #stocks #stock #stockmarketnews
Botala Energy Ltd (ASX:BTE) has been awarded a tender by the Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) to develop a 4MW solar power plant in Serowe, Botswana. The project is part of Botala's proposed Serowe Energy Hub. Botala leads the Serowe Solar Consortium, which includes Ngwato Development Trust, Base Agencies and OCEF Engineering Botswana. The project operates under a 25-year, CPI-linked Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Botala will construct and operate the facility, holding a 49% stake. The project underscores Botala's commitment to community welfare, allocating 1% of its revenue to local social and community programs. The 4MW solar pilot project is a significant step in Botala's diversified energy portfolio, complementing its proposed 20MW gas/solar hybrid in the same hub. Botala's future focus includes developing hybrid power stations within the Serowe and Leupane Energy Hubs. Projects include the 5-well gas pilot cluster and the expansion of the 4MW solar plant to a 10MW solar and 10MW gas hybrid. The Leupane Energy Hub aims to develop a 500MW solar/200MW gas hybrid and industrial park, with a feasibility study for the initial 250MW solar plant funded by AAAS Energy BV. #ProactiveInvetsors #BotalaEnergy #ASX #SolarPower, #SeroweEnergyHub, #Botswana, #RenewableEnergy, #PowerPurchaseAgreement, #CommunityDevelopment, #HybridPower, #EnergyProject, #SustainableEnergy, #NgwatoDevelopmentTrust, #BaseAgencies, #OCEFEngineering, #SolarConsortium, #EnergyTransition, #GreenEnergy, #CleanEnergy, #EnergyInnovation, #SolarPilotProject, #EnergyInfrastructure #invest #investing #investment #investor #stockmarket #stocks #stock #stockmarketnews
In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague is joined by Brian Baxter, Director of Sales East at CPS America, to discuss the rapid evolution of the solar and storage industry. As string inverter technologies gain traction in the utility-scale segment, CPS America is at the forefront of this trend with their innovative three-phase string inverters and battery storage products.Brian shares his unique background, transitioning from engineering roles at GE to sales leadership at CPS America, providing valuable insights into the industry's technological upheavals and the customer-centric approaches driving the adoption of cutting-edge solutions. He highlights CPS's groundbreaking turnkey PCS Skid for utility energy storage systems, which comes in two standardized configurations: 2MW and 2.4MW. The skid incorporates 10 and 12 units of CPS's 200kW string PCS inverters (CPS ECB200KTL/US-800), respectively, and is compatible with CPS's new 5 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (CPS ES-5016KWH-US). This containerized battery solution integrates 12 racks of LFP batteries, offering high energy density for utility applications. It features an advanced liquid cooling system for effective and efficient pack-level thermal management and is packaged into a 20ft container for easy transportation, installation, and O&M.Throughout the conversation, Brian emphasizes CPS America's strong focus on customer service, transparent problem-solving, and equipping their team with in-depth technical expertise to better serve their clients.Key topics covered in this episode include:The increasing viability and advantages of string inverter architectures for large utility-scale solar and storage projects.CPS America's innovative turnkey PCS Skid for utility energy storage systems.The company's commitment to customer service, technical training, and collaborative problem-solving.Strategies for successfully transitioning from technical roles to customer-facing sales positions.The value of transparency and providing in-depth expertise when working through challenges with customers.Social Media HandlesBrian BaxterCPS America Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com
Rosemary is back in action to discuss Suzlon's new 3MW machine and SGRE designing a 4MW turbine for the US. It's good to see new turbines and new orders! Scotland is concerned about floating turbines being dragged to Rotterdam for repairs, and discussions are underway for an offshore HVDC cable between Canada and the US. The Gode 1 wind turbine was amazingly back in service 24 hours after being hit by a cargo ship - Joel does a back of the envelope calculation. The new Lisheen III Wind Farm in Ireland is our Wind Farm of the Week! Visit Pardalote Consulting at https://www.pardaloteconsulting.comWind Power LAB - https://windpowerlab.comWeather Guard Lightning Tech - www.weatherguardwind.comIntelstor - https://www.intelstor.com Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! 168 Allen Hall: We just got back from New Orleans and we spent a little time on the road after New Orleans. Just checking out the general area. I have never been to Mobile, Alabama. I haven't been to Pensacola in a long time. Boy, the Gulf of Mexico is a nice place to hang out. Uh, some parts of America are really cool. Yeah, Joel Saxum: you know, it, uh, my better half and I, Kayla, we always talk about traveling. Oh, let's travel here. Let's go to, we want to go, you know, south of Spain, we want to check this, we're gonna go to India, check this up. And like, man, the US is so big and it's so beautiful in all corners of it. Like you could spend a lifetime traveling around just these freaking 48 lower states even and not see it all. Allen Hall: Yeah, that was amazing. And, and we. Did enjoy New Orleans quite a bit. We had some really good food in, in fact, Joel, you're the one who took us to this really great restaurant. I don't know if we would've found it otherwise, but we had a, a great time there. Hopefully everybody else is recovering from ACP 2023. There's gonna be an offshore, uh, wind conference in London, and about a week from when this episode releases, that's gonna be a huge deal that that one's a, a, a big one. So these wind conferences are getting to be massive and. Just like this week's episode, this is a massive episode cause we have so much, uh, good news about wind. Denmark has a massive tender for offshore wind, like it's gonna put America to shame. This, this thing is huge. And, and Rosemary and Joel talk about the implications. Uh, In Denmark and the surrounding, uh, countries, and also what it means for America, uh, because there's a lot of activities is happening in Europe on offshore wind. Then Sulan down in India has a new three megawatt machine, and they are attracting orders right now, and it's, and they're. Turning a profit, their stock is up. Really good things happening in India with Sulan and Siemens. Ka Mesa has announced a new megawatt turbine for the US for some sort of US weather conditions, and we're not sure what that is. Joel talks about what possible wind situations exist in the US that don't exist elsewhere, but. Ira Bill is playing a lot into that Siemens S Sch Mesa decision. Yeah, absolutely. Joel Saxum: And as we are always talking about what's going on in the new, in the industry, we're gonna be visiting one of the, uh, oldest floating. Wind farms. There's a Scottish turbine up by Aberdeen that actually gets tow, is being towed to Rotterdam for some repairs. Um, which is kind of odd, but, we'll, we'll jump into that one. And then also, uh, Rosemary lends some, some, some really good insights to a proposed US Canadian transmission corridor. So the, there's a.
This week we cover some of top companies attending US Power & Renewables this November, plus the headlines for this week: - TAQA refinances $3.5bn RCF - Atradius backs ABN Amro loan to Econowind - REIPPPP attracts 56 bids in sixth bid window - Acciona signs PPA with ZEN for Waubra Wind offtake - IMCO invests $450m in DataBank - KfW, Euler Hermes to fund €450m railway in Bangladesh - ReneSola acquires first European IPP asset - RWE to acquire Con Edison Clean Energy Businesses - IDB Invest, FMO, BNP fund ENGIE Peru's 296.4MW wind farm - Vast agrees offtake with Trafigura for Takob mine
Show #1134. If you get any value from this podcast please consider supporting my work on Patreon. Plus all Patreon supporters get their own unique ad-free podcast feed. Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Monday 5th July. It's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they've built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It's a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too. VOLKSWAGEN SHEDS BUGATTI, MAKER OF OVER-THE-TOP SPORTS CARS - Volkswagen said Monday that it was giving up control of Bugatti, the storied automaker whose absurdly expensive hypercars are worshiped by aficionados but seemed incongruous at a company better known for economical Golfs and Passats. Bugatti, whose Chiron model starts at close to $3 million, will become part of a joint venture between Volkswagen's Porsche unit and Rimac, a young Croatian company that has made a name for itself doing design and engineering projects for large carmakers. - The deal undoes a major legacy of Ferdinand Piëch, who dominated Volkswagen for two decades and built the company into a global empire. Volkswagen's purchase of Bugatti out of bankruptcy in 1998, long before it owned Porsche, was widely seen as an indulgence by Mr. Piëch with questionable business logic - Oliver Blume, the chief executive of Porsche, acknowledged Monday that the deal removes a distraction for Volkswagen and allows the company to focus on more important tasks. Original Source : https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/05/business/volkswagen-bugatti.html VW OFFLOADS BUGATTI TO RIMAC TO FORM NEW EV COMPANY BUGATTI-RIMAC - The company recently unveiled the Nevera, a hypercar powered by a 120kWh battery pack and four motors to achieve a staggering 1.4MW of power, which is about 1,914 horsepower. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 1.85 seconds and has a top speed of 258 mph. The Nevera is expected to be the fastest sports car, a spot previously held by the Bugatti Chiron's. - Rimac's meteoric rise from bootstrapping in a garage in 2009 to building supercars with one of the most desirable and well-known car brands demonstrates how electric vehicles are beginning to take over the luxury and sports car market. It's not just about doing what's right for the environment – it's about pioneering speed in the future of automobiles. Along with this announcement, Rimac said it would separate the development, production and supply of battery systems, drivetrains and other EV components into a new entity owned by Rimac Group called Rimac Technology, which will work independently with other global car manufacturers. - Mate Rimac will continue to hold his 37% share in Rimac Group, with Hyundai Motor Group holding the same 12% and other investors at 27%, according to a statement from the company. Porsche recently upped its stake in Rimac from 15% to 24%, but its total ownership doesn't give It a controlling interest in the new EV company, the companies told FT. Original Source : https://techcrunch.com/2021/07/05/vw-offloads-bugatti-to-rimac-to-form-new-ev-company-bugatti-rimac/ TESLA MODEL 3 IS OUTRIGHT BESTSELLING VEHICLE IN UK - The UK saw plugin electric vehicles take 17.2% share of the auto market in June 2021, up from 9.5% in June 2020. The Tesla Model 3 was the UK's overall best selling vehicle (of any powertrain) in the month, with 5,468 units sold. Overall auto market volume stood at 186,000 units in June, down around 16% from long term seasonal norms. - 10.7% full battery electrics (BEVs) and 6.5% plugin hybrids (PHEVs), which is a swing towards BEVs from recent weightings - Full battery electric vehicles outsold old-school (non electric assist) diesel vehicles for the first time ever, selling 32% more volume. Old school diesels took just 8.1% of the market, their lowest score in decades. - combustion vehicles (petrol plus diesel) were also at a new record low of 54.5% share, from 76.3% a year ago. They are on track to drop below 50% within the next couple of months. Original Source : https://cleantechnica.com/2021/07/05/tesla-model-3-is-outright-bestselling-vehicle-in-uk-plugin-evs-take-17-2-share/ VW DROPS I.D. PRICES IN THE UK - In the UK, Volkswagen`s ID.3 and ID.4 models are now offered with configurable trim levels and a range of option packs across all derivatives. Under the new pricing, two more variants have become eligible for the Government's Plug-in Vehicle Grant. The new pricing strategy significantly affects the ID.3. Under the new pricing, two more variants have become eligible for the Government's Plug-in Vehicle Grant, which brings the total to six. The ID.3 Family Pro and Family Pro Performance are now both priced just under the £35,000 threshold for the £2,500 grant. These models, now priced at £33,640 and £34,960 respectively. Of course now with their new grant eligibility, these prices fall to £31,140 and £32,460 OTR. - the highly-equipped Max and range-topping Tour have been reduced by £3,800. The Tour boasts a 77 kWh battery and 340-mile range (WLTP, combined) and is priced from £38,800. Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2021/07/05/vw-drops-i-d-prices-in-the-uk/ ID.3 AND ID.4 RECEIVE WIDE RANGE OF CHANGES AS MODEL YEAR 2022 VEHICLES OPEN FORORDER - This new structure considerably increases the flexibility of the ID.3 and ID.4 in the customer's ordering process. For example, previously it was not possible to configure an Augmented Reality Head-up display on any ID.3 model other than the Max and Tour. Now, a customer can choose any trim level and add the Infotainment Package Plus to receive the AR HUD, alongside the additional speakers that are part of the pack. Just as before, the different trim levels will still feature pre-determined packs as standard equipment, but now customers can choose to add additional packs to cater to their individual needs. Original Source : https://www.vwpress.co.uk/en-gb/releases/4561 THE STELLANTIS EV DAY IS COMING. HERE'S WHAT TO KNOW - Stellantis, the world's fourth-largest car maker, will host its EV Day on Thursday and unveil more details around its electrification strategy. The company, formed earlier this year through the merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Peugeot, already has an electric-vehicle strategy, which it set out in April. - The group has grown market share in Europe so far in 2021, accounting for 16.8% of new BEV registrations in the region from January to May, according to automotive analyst Matthias Schmidt. That puts it second behind Volkswagen — 25.7% — and ahead of the Renault-Nissan alliance with 12.3% and Tesla with 11.5%. - BoA analysts expected Stellantis to deliver a “bullish message” on Thursday to make it clear to investors the company wouldn't be left behind in the electric revolution. “In our view, the only thing that Stellantis has to do is to put the various puzzle pieces together and explain some more details on essential strategy items (i.e. on battery chemistries, cell technology, cost assumptions for the EV line up, differences in planning between North America and Europe, capex requirements, etc.),” they said. - Stellantis is also reportedly set to announce plans to produce electric vans at its Ellesmere Port factory in northwest England. Original Source : https://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-stellantis-ev-day-is-coming-heres-what-to-know-11625491119 VOLVO, DAIMLER, TRATON TO DEVELOP CHARGING NETWORK FOR HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS IN EUROPE - Volvo Group, Daimler Truck and Traton Group have signed a non-binding agreement to install and operate a high-performance public charging network for battery electric heavy-duty long-haul trucks and coaches in Europe. With plans to start operations in 2022, the partners intend to invest together 500 million Euros to install and operate at least 1,700 high-performance green energy charging points close to highways as well as at logistic and destination points, within five years from the establishment of the joint venture (JV). - The future JV is planned to operate under its own corporate identity based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. - Battery electric vehicle fleet operators will be able to leverage both fast charging tailored to the 45-minute mandatory rest period in Europe focusing on long-distance transport—the highest priority of the future JV—and also charge overnight. Original Source : https://www.fleetowner.com/emissions-efficiency/electric-vehicles/press-release/21169044/volvo-daimler-and-traton-to-develop-charging-network-for-heavyduty-trucks-in-europe TESLA MODEL Y STANDARD RANGE FOR HONG KONG MAY CONFIRM LFP USE RUMORS - CNEVPost published in June that the deal Tesla made with CATL to extend their LFP contract up to 2025 would include sourcing these cells to the Model Y. Deliveries for the electric crossover with these batteries would start in July. When we check Tesla's website about the Model Y Standard Range for Hong Kong, the company says that deliveries will start in September. The estimated range for the vehicle is higher than that for the Model 3 Standard Range Plus, which would achieve 448 km (278 mi). - That's a 10% increase compared to the Model 3 SR+ value. - Although the Model Y Standard Range for Hong Kong could confirm the LFP rumors, the price and range differences suggest that Model Y Standard Range may have 2170 cells. However, if that is the case, Tesla could also offer this derivative in the US. - Another feasible explanation for the disparities is that Tesla developed a larger LFP battery pack for the Model Y. Original Source : https://www.autoevolution.com/news/tesla-model-y-standard-range-for-hong-kong-may-confirm-lfp-use-rumors-164650.html NEW CITROËN Ë-SPACETOURER GETS £14K DROP Original Source : https://evobsession.com/new-citroen-e-spacetourer-range-pricing-specs-in-the-uk-entry-level-model-attracting-2500-plug-in-car-grant-picg/ WILL THE AUDI E-TRON GT FACE THE SAME RECALL ISSUES AS THE PORSCHE TAYCAN? Original Source : https://www.quattrodaily.com/will-the-audi-e-tron-gt-face-the-same-recall-issues-as-the-porsche-taycan/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM If you had to buy one electric car today and it was the only car you were allowed to drive for the next three years, what would you choose? And why. I'll go first. VW ID.4 GTX Email me your thoughts and I'll read them out on Sunday – hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. And if you have an Amazon Echo, download our Alexa Skill, search for EV News Daily and add it as a flash briefing. Come and say hi on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter just search EV News Daily, have a wonderful day, I'll catch you tomorrow and remember…there's no such thing as a self-charging hybrid. PREMIUM PARTNERS PHIL ROBERTS / ELECTRIC FUTURE BRAD CROSBY PORSCHE OF THE VILLAGE CINCINNATI AUDI CINCINNATI EAST VOLVO CARS CINCINNATI EAST NATIONALCARCHARGING.COM and ALOHACHARGE.COM DEREK REILLY FROM THE EV REVIEW IRELAND YOUTUBE CHANNEL RICHARD AT RSEV.CO.UK – FOR BUYING AND SELLING EVS IN THE UK EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM/
Show #1101. If you get any value from this podcast please consider supporting my work on Patreon. Plus all Patreon supporters get their own unique ad-free podcast feed. Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Wednesday 2nd June. It’s Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they’ve built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It’s a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too. Rimac Nevera Is A True Electric Hypercar “Croatian electric hypercar manufacturer Rimac is taking its radical C_Two concept into production with a raft of improvements and a new name: Nevera. The culmination of three years of development following the C_Two concept's unveiling in March 2018, the €2 million (£1.72m) Lotus Evija rival has been renamed in tribute to the strong and sudden storms that occur on the Croatian coastline." writes Autocar: "Rimac highlights that the Nevera is 2.5sec quicker to 186mph than was initially planned, needing just 9.3sec. Claimed to be capable of accelerating from rest to 62mph in just 1.85sec and covering a quarter mile in just 8.6sec, the Nevera will be the fastest-accelerating production car yet built and its 258mph top speed puts it roughly on a par with the W16-powered Bugatti Chiron." "Legacy automotive is doing its best as the electric revolution gathers serious momentum but from the land of Tesla – Nikola that is, not Elon Musk’s outfit – comes a company whose new car turns everything you thought you knew about hypercars on its head. Should you still be clinging to the notion that EVs are somehow missing something, prepare to be converted. Forever." is how Top Gear put it: "The car’s architecture encompasses a 6,960-cell, 120kWh Lithium/Manganese/Nickel battery pack in an H shape along the spine and behind the cockpit. There are four surface-mounted permanent magnet motors driving each wheel individually, the most advanced torque vectoring ever achieved and a power output equivalent to 1914bhp and 1,740lb ft of torque. A pair of single-speed gearboxes are connected to the front and rear wheels." "The Nevera’s construction is derived from a central carbonfibre monocoque tub, with aluminium subframes bolted at each end to which the axles are mounted. The battery pack also forms a structural part of the carbon tub itself, adding 37 per cent extra stiffness to the torsional rigidity rating. Suspension is of a double wishbone design at all four corners, with adaptive dampers and an adjustable ride height giving the Nevera increased adjustability within the driver mode systems." says evo magazine: "Like most EVs, braking is dealt with by two systems, with Rimac’s 300kW regeneration capability being the most powerful of any production EV, backed up by a 390mm set of carbon-ceramics discs and six-piston calipers from Brembo. The braking system is entirely by-wire, with a feedback motor built in to the hardware designed to merge brake feel from the two systems into one linear response. " "Rimac’s All-Wheel Torque Vectoring 2 system also helps here, bolstering grip and traction. The tech takes the place of conventional traction and stability control and governs the amount of torque sent to each wheel individually, with the parameters linked to seven different driving modes. These include Sport, Drift, Comfort, Range, Track and two Custom modes." according to Autoexpress: "Sport sharpens the throttle, steering, and brake response and firms up the suspension, while Drift mode “supplies more torque to the rear wheels to accentuate oversteer and help hold the car in a controlled power slide on the track.” Range adjusts the drivetrain to achieve the 340-mile claimed maximum, while Track mode “sets the Nevera to full, unrestrained configuration to help drivers exploit the car’s full potential,” according to Rimac." "Rimac has developed an “AI driving coach” feature that leverages the Nevera’s 12 ultrasonic and six radar sensors, as well as 13 cameras to help “optimize and enhance the driver’s on-track performance.” It does this by providing track-specific audio and visual cues for when to brake for, where to turn into, and when to accelerate out of a corner." according to The Verge: "Of course, very few people will have to worry about whether they can properly pilot a Nevera. Rimac is only making 150 of them, and they’ll each start around $2.4 million." https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/rimac/nevera https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/rimac-ctwo-ev-hypercar-enters-production-1888bhp-nevera https://www.evo.co.uk/news/20434/production-rimac-nevera-revealed-1887bhp-concepttwo-ready-to-go https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/355147/new-rimac-nevera-electric-hypercar-unveiled-1888bhp https://www.theverge.com/2021/6/1/22463499/rimac-nevera-production-c-two-concept-hypercar Headlines Again120kWh battery packfour electric motor1.4MW of power1,914 horsepowertop speed of 258 miles per hourcustom liquid coolingmechanical knobs and switches to feel the car Form follows function - The front bonnet profile, underbody flap, rear diffuser and rear wing can each move independently, driven by complex algorithms that provided the optimum aerodynamic configuration for every driving situation. World’s most advanced monocoque construction -The level of unmatched strength and safety this provides has contributed to the Nevera meeting strict global homologation standards, and delivering the most rigid structure of any car ever made. Driving the futureCapable of instantly summoning maximum torque from the first moment, the Nevera’s electric motors are 97 per cent efficient – compared with 40 per cent for the most effective internal combustion engines – and completely maintenance-free throughout their operating life. Minimalist design cabin, maximum comfort and control -With space for two occupants in full race regalia and their luggage, Nevera is as much a capable grand tourer as it is a performance hypercar. Digital screens soak up needless toggles and switches, leaving only essential tactile controls, giving more space to enjoy Nevera’s carefully designed interior. The cockpit features a trio of high-definition TFT screens, which present as much, or as little, information as the user requires. Configured for both track driving and comfort, the layout of the cockpit is divided into two zones. The focus of the top segment is entirely placed on driving pleasure and performance, while the lower part houses the infotainment system, comfort controls and driving data. Tactile billet aluminium rotary controls and switches – including three displays with rotating control – provide a resolutely analogue feel, tailored to enable the driver to utilise the cutting-edge digital technology in an even more engaging manner. From the cockpit, the driver can monitor every aspect of the car’s performance with real-time telemetry – downloadable to a laptop or smartphone for later review. 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Tesla has reach a production run-rate of 1,000 roofs/week (4MW), for its highly anticipated solarglass roof product. At $30K/roof, this implies a revenue run-rate of $1.5B+, and is likely growing rapidly. This milestone should accelerate energy generation (solar) deployment growth for Tesla in the coming quarters.
Today’s episode, back by popular request - is in English. ;-) This is Episode 27 of SunCast, and Episode 7 in the Latam Founders Series. It’s the final installment of this series, brought to you in collaboration with Enphase Energy. I’ve really enjoyed this series, as it's given us a real chance to dig deep into some of the up-and-coming solar companies in the Latin America region. If you've enjoyed this series-style focus, would you shoot me a message? What else should we do a series on? You can find me on Linkedin, or just drop by www.mysuncast.com and leave me a voicemail. Well Today on SunCast, you'll meet Juan Carlos Navarro, founder and CEO of N-Solar in Panama. If you've never had the pleasure of meeting Juan Carlos, he's not only a luminary in Panamanian society (he was mayor of Panama City for a Decade!), but is also an entirely passionate fanatic of solar power and climate conservation. We go into his background in non-profit management and his 10+ yrs as a public dignitary, and I'm sure you'll find some interesting takeaways on the how and why he decided to start a solar company. Among the many topics today, we cover: The value of technological innovation as a differentiator in the sales & marketing of a solar firm The three areas Juan Carlos has learned the most in founding a solar company Common challenges facing all latam solar startups The logic behind building a 2.4MW utility project with microinverters Juan Carlos's extensive reading list, And much, much more We hope you get a ton of value from today’s episode, but if you’re interested in learning more about Juan Carlos and his team, I encourage you to visit their website or their Facebook Page. And as always, you can check the blog page for resources from today's show. If you like what you hear, please SHARE it! And be sure to check out all the rest of the episodes in this Latam Founder series!
Today’s episode, back by popular request - is in English. ;-) This is Episode 27 of SunCast, and Episode 7 in the Latam Founders Series. It’s the final installment of this series, brought to you in collaboration with Enphase Energy. I’ve really enjoyed this series, as it's given us a real chance to dig deep into some of the up-and-coming solar companies in the Latin America region. If you've enjoyed this series-style focus, would you shoot me a message? What else should we do a series on? You can find me on Linkedin, or just drop by www.mysuncast.com and leave me a voicemail. Well Today on SunCast, you'll meet Juan Carlos Navarro, founder and CEO of N-Solar in Panama. If you've never had the pleasure of meeting Juan Carlos, he's not only a luminary in Panamanian society (he was mayor of Panama City for a Decade!), but is also an entirely passionate fanatic of solar power and climate conservation. We go into his background in non-profit management and his 10+ yrs as a public dignitary, and I'm sure you'll find some interesting takeaways on the how and why he decided to start a solar company. Among the many topics today, we cover: The value of technological innovation as a differentiator in the sales & marketing of a solar firm The three areas Juan Carlos has learned the most in founding a solar company Common challenges facing all latam solar startups The logic behind building a 2.4MW utility project with microinverters Juan Carlos's extensive reading list, And much, much more We hope you get a ton of value from today’s episode, but if you’re interested in learning more about Juan Carlos and his team, I encourage you to visit their website or their Facebook Page. And as always, you can check the blog page for resources from today's show. If you like what you hear, please SHARE it! And be sure to check out all the rest of the episodes in this Latam Founder series!
Podcast Notes Part A Vehicles of Star Wars Tie Fighters: Twin Ion Engine. This tech exists but its super low power but efficient. Hovercraft and levitation. Land speeders, Pod Racers, Repulsor Lift technology. Magnetic levitation? Power: Fission batteries? A AA battery weighs around 23g. Convert it all to energy e=mc^2 and you get 2 quintillion Joules of power. 2,067,136,911,094,680,572 Joules to be precise. 16 Teslas to levitate a frog. This consumed 4MW of energy according to the paper. A “common frog” weighs 22.7g. Compact car weighs about 1200kg. So that is 211,453 and some change MW or Joules per second. 8.4million Teslas. This is 211,453,000,000 Watts. A Fission AA battery could power this for 9,775,869seconds or around 113 Days. Weapons of Star Wars Death Star Cost of Steel alone would be $852 quadrillion which is 13,000 times the worlds GDP. How much steel required to make it? It is 160km in diameter and they modeled the Death Star to have a density similar to a modern warship. Which gives us 1.08×1015 tonnes of steel. World wide production of steel is 1.3 billion tonnes a year which will take over 800K years to make enough steel. Thats no moon. Speaking of the size. Earths moon is 3,474km. Smallest moon in our solar system is Methone which orbits Saturn with a diameter of ~3km. How much energy would be required to blow up a Planet? Earth would require 2.24 × 10^32 Joules to blow apart the gravitational binding energy of the Earth if you consider it a uniform sphere. In 1 second the Sun generates 3.8 x 10^26 Joules. Which means in 589,473 seconds or about 6.8 days worth of energy. Gives a reason behind Star Killer Base. Star Killer Base Its not as silly as people make it out to be in comparison to a Death Star. Energy gathered from a Sun? How would that work?
First Annual MacroFab Star Wars Christmas SpecialThis is a reupload of Episode 46 into one continuous podcast. Originally it was broken into 4 parts. Vehicles of Star WarsTie FightersHovercraft and levitationPower: Fission batteries? A AA battery weighs around 23g. Convert it all to energy e=mc^2 and you get 2 quintillion Joules of power. 2,067,136,911,094,680,572 Joules to be precise.16 Teslas to levitate a frog. This consumed 4MW of energy according to the paper. A “common frog” weighs 22.7g. Compact car weighs about 1200kg. So that is 211,453 and some change MW or Joules per second. 8.4million Teslas. Weapons of Star WarsDeath StarCost of Steel alone would be $852 quadrillion which is 13,000 times the worlds GDP.How much steel required to make it? It is 160km in diameter and they modeled the Death Star to have a density similar to a modern warship. Which gives us 1.08×1015 tonnes of steel. World wide production of steel is 1.3 billion tonnes a year which will take over 800K years to make enough steel.Thats no moon. Speaking of the size. Earths moon is 3,474km. Smallest moon in our solar system is Methone which orbits Saturn with a diameter of ~3km.How much energy would be required to blow up a Planet? Earth would require 2.24 × 10^32 Joules to blow apart the gravitational binding energy of the Earth if you consider it a uniform sphere. In 1 second the Sun generates 3.8 x 10^26 Joules. Which means in 589,473 seconds or about 6.8 days worth of energy. Gives a reason behind Star Killer Base.Star Killer BaseIts not as silly as people make it out to be in comparison to a Death Star.Energy gathered from a Sun? How would that work?Light SabersElegant weapon for a more civilized age. Lots of mystical lore surrounding this weapon.Force aligned crystals are necessary for their construction.How would the blade be created? Plasma?BlastersThey are not laser weapons!Gas cartridge and a power cell.Gas can be mostly anything but typically is Tibanna - a naturally gas found on Bespin home of cloud city.Light Speed TravelFaster then light travel in Star Wars is accomplished by transporting the vessel to near light speed and then jumping to a "Hyper Space" dimension where faster then light travel is possible.Possible if this "Hyper Space" is worm hole tunneling. ProstheticsMechanics exist to make them work.General Grievous.The "Force"The force is actually the main character of SW. That’s why prequels suck.Fundamental problem with midichlorians.Force as consciousness.Is the "Force" possibility the control over dark matter/energy?R.F.O.What is your favorite Star Wars Character?Organic?Robot?Favorite sound effect?The prequelsWhy do some Jedi disappear after dying and others don’t?What are we excited or concerned about most in the new Rogue One movie?
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