The latest renewable energy news includes announcements on ChargePoint, Stem, Ocean Winds, Siemens Gamesa, among others.
ChargePoint Launches Safeguard Care to Enhance EV Charger Reliability
ChargePoint has introduced Safeguard Care, a proactive maintenance and monitoring service aimed at increasing the reliability and uptime of its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. This subscription-based program combines real-time diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and 24/7 support to detect and resolve issues before they affect EV drivers. It is designed for site hosts, fleet operators, and businesses that rely on high charger performance and uptime. The service includes remote health monitoring, automated issue resolution, and field technician support when needed. As EV adoption accelerates, ChargePoint’s strategy focuses on operational reliability, customer confidence, and improved total cost of ownership. Safeguard Care supports ChargePoint’s mission to provide scalable, dependable charging solutions across North America and Europe.
Stem Optimizes California Grid with AI-Driven Solar-Plus-Storage Project
Stem has implemented its Athena smart energy software to optimize operations at a 60-MW solar-plus-storage project in Imperial County, California. This project features a 60-MW PV installation paired with 60 MW/240 MWh of battery energy storage, enhancing grid flexibility and time-of-use energy distribution. Athena uses AI-powered forecasting, real-time control, and automated market participation to deliver revenue optimization and grid stability. The site is enrolled in California’s Resource Adequacy and CAISO Day-Ahead Market programs, improving its economic and operational value. This deployment supports California’s clean energy goals, offering better grid integration of renewables, increased energy reliability, and enhanced financial returns.
Ocean Winds and Siemens Gamesa Sign 2-GW Offshore Wind Turbine Deals
Ocean Winds, a joint venture of EDPR and Engie, has signed turbine supply and service agreements with Siemens Gamesa for over 2 GW of offshore wind capacity. The deals cover 60 SG 14-222 DD turbines for the 882-MW Moray West wind farm in Scotland and 40 units for the 1.2-GW SouthCoast Wind project off Massachusetts, USA. These 14.7-MW turbines with 222-meter rotors offer high efficiency and reduced cost of energy. The contracts include multi-year service agreements to ensure operational reliability. Moray West aims for power generation by 2024, supporting UK net-zero goals, while SouthCoast is in permitting.
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