Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from Sungrow, Andritz, EIA, BLUETTI, among others.
Sungrow Signs 1.2 GWh Battery Supply Deal to Boost South Africa’s Energy Storage Capacity
Sungrow has agreed to supply 1.2 GWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for projects in South Africa, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s energy infrastructure. The deal will support the integration of renewable energy and improve grid reliability. The battery systems will store excess power and dispatch electricity during peak demand, helping address power shortages and enhance energy security. Large-scale storage is critical for balancing intermittent renewable generation such as solar and wind. This agreement highlights growing investment in Africa’s energy storage sector, reinforcing the role of batteries in enabling a resilient, low-carbon energy system and supporting the region’s energy transition.
Andritz to Supply Equipment for 1 GW Pumped Storage Project for Tata in India
Andritz has secured a contract to supply key equipment for a 1 GW pumped storage hydropower project for Tata in India, strengthening its presence in large-scale energy storage solutions. The project will play a crucial role in balancing the grid and supporting renewable energy integration. Pumped storage systems store energy by moving water between reservoirs, providing reliable backup power during peak demand and stabilizing electricity supply. This makes them essential for managing intermittent renewable sources like solar and wind. The development highlights growing investment in energy storage infrastructure in India, reinforcing its importance in enabling a resilient, low-carbon power system and supporting the country’s clean energy transition.
BLUETTI Launches ES125-CI Energy Storage System for African Market
BLUETTI has introduced its ES125-CI energy storage system in Africa at Solar & Storage Live Africa 2026, targeting growing demand for reliable and scalable power solutions. The system is designed to support residential, commercial, and off-grid applications across the region. The ES125-CI integrates advanced battery technology with smart energy management, enabling efficient storage and use of solar power. It offers backup power, improves energy reliability, and helps reduce dependence on unstable grid supply. This launch highlights increasing adoption of distributed energy storage in Africa, supporting energy access, sustainability, and the transition to a more resilient, low-carbon energy system
EIA Launches Pilot Studies to Track Data Center Energy Consumption
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is initiating three voluntary pilot field studies aimed at evaluating energy consumption patterns in data centers across key regions. These studies will include web-based surveys in Texas and Washington state, alongside in-person interviews in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, reflecting a broader effort to modernize energy data collection in a rapidly evolving sector.
EIA has identified 196 companies operating data centers in these regions, with each company requested to provide detailed information on at least one facility. The surveys will gather insights on energy sources, electricity usage, infrastructure characteristics, server performance metrics, and cooling systems. This initiative is designed to deliver more granular and timely data compared to traditional retrospective surveys.
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