Solmar Capital, Author at Solmar Capital

Grid Operations and Technology

RWE and Polarium Launch 50MW/135MWh Battery Virtual Power Plant in Germany

RWE and Polarium are pioneering a 50MW/135MWh virtual power plant in Germany, integrating distributed battery assets for enhanced grid flexibility and renewable integration.

April 24, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Revolutionizing Urban Solar Irradiance Forecasting with Single 360° Imagery

A novel technique uses a single high-resolution hemispherical image to accurately predict solar irradiance in urban settings, bypassing the need for complex 3D models.

April 23, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Adapting to NERC CIP-003-9: Strengthening Vendor Remote Access Security for Renewable Assets

By April 2026, renewable energy operators must comply with NERC CIP-003-9, implementing rigorous vendor remote access cybersecurity for low-impact assets.

April 22, 2026

Market Data and Outlook

Energy Storage Summit 2026: Assessing Market Saturation and Future Role of BESS in Europe

As Europe’s battery energy storage systems approach market saturation, understanding long-term revenue models and policy frameworks becomes critical to sustain growth.

April 22, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Meta Secures 100GWh of Multi-Day Storage from Noon Energy to Support US Grid Stability

Meta’s reservation of up to 100GWh of multi-day energy storage from Noon Energy highlights growing demand for long-duration storage to enhance grid resilience and renewable integration.

April 22, 2026

Market Data and Outlook

Key Leadership Transitions in Solar, Storage, and Cleantech Drive Industry Momentum

Significant leadership changes are shaping the solar, storage, and cleantech sectors, influencing strategic direction amid accelerating clean energy transitions.

April 21, 2026

Data Centers and AI Infrastructure

Data Centre Innovations Embrace ‘Bring Your Own Capacity’ Model

Leading energy storage and infrastructure developers are advancing the ‘bring your own capacity’ model, reshaping data centre energy resilience and flexibility.

April 21, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Massachusetts Advances DER Peak Reduction Mandate to Lower Grid Costs

Massachusetts is considering a mandate requiring utilities to utilize distributed energy resources for peak load management, aiming to reduce escalating grid costs.

April 20, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Key Learnings from BESS Construction Projects at the Energy Storage Summit 2026

Battery energy storage system projects present complex challenges in construction, supplier management, and regulatory compliance critical to grid modernization.

April 18, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Rewiring Global Energy Security Through Rapid Electrification and Renewables

Rapid electrification powered by renewable energy and smart grid technologies is emerging as the most strategic approach to enhancing global energy security in a shifting geopolitical landscape.

April 17, 2026