Sinopec has collaborated with BYD to transform a petrol station in Shanghai into a BYD Ultra-Fast Charging Flagship Station, as part of BYD's initiative to establish 20,000 flash charging stations in China by the year's end. This partnership is focused on building a flash charging network, with the new station in Shanghai boasting six T-shaped chargers equipped with two charging cables each, capable of delivering up to 1,500 kW of power. To accommodate battery storage, Sinopec removed underground fuel tanks at the station, showcasing a significant step towards sustainable transportation solutions in China.
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Neoen doubles size of big battery in Australia’s biggest renewable energy hub
Neoen is doubling the size of its Goyder battery in South Australia to 454 MW and 1,814 MWh, as part of a major renewable energy hub, to support the state's transition to 100% net renewables by next year. The longer duration batteries will help minimize pricing events and support the energy system's resilience, with Neoen winning contracts with the state government and BHP for firming capacity. Additionally, a megablock battery technology project is being built in Shanghai, highlighting the increasing importance of battery storage in Australia's clean energy future. Neoen, in partnership with Tesla and UGL, is proud to be involved in the state's rapid transition to renewables, with this being their 12th battery project with Tesla in Australia, showcasing the dedication of the team and partners in the renewable energy sector.
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The Yangtze River Is Becoming the World’s Largest Electrified Trade Corridor
The electrification of ports and vessels along major river systems like the Yangtze, Rhine, Mississippi, and Mekong is a key step towards a sustainable shipping industry. The Gezhouba, an all-electric bulk carrier with containerized lithium battery modules, showcases the potential for clean energy in inland shipping. Inland ports like Yichang are integrating ship charging into their grid operations, while delta ports like Shanghai and Ningbo are evolving into partial power plants with renewable energy sources. The global trend is towards electrification of inland and short-sea shipping by mid-century, with deep-sea vessels transitioning more slowly. Once reliable electric power reaches these terminals, the transition to clean energy in the shipping industry is seen as inevitable.
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China Dives in on the World’s First Wind-Powered Undersea Data Center
The UDC project in Shanghai is a model of environmental sustainability, utilizing offshore wind turbines to generate over 95% of its electricity and reducing energy consumption by 22.8%. The unique wind resources of the East China Sea support this initiative, which also reduces land usage by over 90% and eliminates the need for fresh water. Shanghai's goal to become a global innovation hub includes plans for further development in the cloud computing industry, with the UDC project serving as a stepping stone towards a larger offshore wind-powered project in the future.
https://www.wired.com/story/china-dives-in-on-the-worlds-first-wind-powered-undersea-data-center/