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Safe and Reliable PV DC Connections in Single-Axis Tracker Applications

Single-axis tracker systems, frequently used in large solar installations, can cause increased mechanical stress on unsecured wiring and connectors within the DC system due to their regular daily movement. To prevent premature failure of PV DC connections when integrated within tracking systems, several key recommendations must be considered during the installation of the wire management […]

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The First International PV Carbon Footprint Standard: Significance, Strategies, and Eastron’s Solution

The global photovoltaic (PV) industry—responsible for 35% of new global power capacity in 2024—has long faced a critical challenge: fragmented carbon footprint standards. This created trade barriers (e.g., a “low-carbon” module certified in China might fail EU criteria) and eroded trust in carbon credits. In 2025, a transformative step was taken: the International Electrotechnical Commission […]

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Fracking Hydrogen From Rocks: Clever Tech, Tough Economics

Engineered mineral hydrogen is an elegant idea. Water reacts with iron rich magnesium and iron rich, silica poor igneous rock — ultramafic — from Earth’s mantle rocks to release hydrogen, and with the right chemistry and temperature you can raise reaction rates and collect a clean product. In the lab … [continued] The post Fracking […]

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The MINI Countryman SE ALL4 Electric (First Drive)

On the outside, the MINI Countryman SE ALL4 Electric looks like a crossover that’s on the smaller side. It’s something you’d line up with the BMW X1, Mercedes B-Class, or perhaps something even smaller because of its low stature. Stepping inside, you’re treated to a spacious and modern interior that … [continued] The post The […]

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