Spectacular comeback The new boom in the solar industry

As of: 06/24/2021 8:03 a.m.

After years of decline and bankruptcies, the solar industry in Germany is experiencing a comeback. Even solar cells are being produced again in this country. Help is also coming from the coalition.

From Lothar Gries, tagesschau.de

While the expansion of wind turbines is stalling, photovoltaic systems are enjoying ever greater popularity. In a tender in March, the Federal Network Agency was literally overrun with applications. There were more than twice as many interested parties as expected. Much to the delight of the Union and the SPD, who are agreed on an immediate program for energy and climate protection shortly before the summer break . After the federal cabinet yesterday given the green light has, the package should to be passed by the Bundestag today . According to this, the tender volumes for photovoltaic systems will be increased by 4.1 gigawatts to six gigawatts from next year. In the future, the municipalities will also be able to participate financially in photovoltaic areas. Until now, this was only possible with wind turbines. The Union and the SPD could not agree on a solar obligation for new buildings. Consumer advocates and the Haus und Grund association had heavily criticized the plans.

Mega boom in the solar industry

Solar systems were already very popular last year. According to the Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft (BSW), a quarter more solar systems were installed on German roofs than in the previous year, exactly 184,000, with an output of around 4.9 gigawatts. No other form of energy grew faster in power generation. However, pull-forward effects probably also contributed to this. In the spring there was still uncertainty about the continued existence of state subsidies, plus the temporarily reduced value added tax.

Almost every tenth kilowatt hour consumed this year comes from solar energy in this country. The Federal Association of Energy and Water Management (BDEW) is already demanding that new solar systems with an output of at least ten gigawatts (GW) be installed every year by 2030. “We need a solar boom,” said BDEW chairwoman Kerstin Andreae recently to “Handelsblatt”.

Again solar cells from Bitterfeld

The domestic production of solar modules is celebrating an unexpected comeback these days. Solar cells are being produced again in Germany, in what was once the “Solar Valley” near Bitterfeld in Saxony-Anhalt. The Swiss company Meyer Burger recently opened a new plant here, which will be ramped up these days.

“At the historic Solar Valley solar location, we are setting a milestone on Europe’s path to more strategic independence in the key technology of photovoltaics,” said CEO Gunter Erfurt at the opening on May 18th. In the highly automated operation, up to 200,000 solar cells are expected to roll off the production line every day. In a first step, an annual capacity of 400 megawatts is planned. It should be five gigawatts by 2026.

Next door, the solar company Q-Cells, which belongs to the South Korean Hanwha Group, is expanding its location in Bitterfeld and intends to invest a good 140 million euros in the research and development of new, low-resource solar modules by 2023. Q-Cells was once one of the largest photovoltaic manufacturers in Europe, but was ousted by Chinese competition and had to file for bankruptcy in 2012 before the Koreans bought it.

The lucrative business with solar parks

In fact, the manufacture of solar panels plays a rather subordinate role in the rebirth of the industry. The most important players in the new boom are now operators and developers of solar parks, above all the Hamburg company Encavis, which has now been included in the MDAX share index. The electricity provider, formerly known as “Capital Stage AG”, acquires and operates solar power plants and (onshore) wind parks in Germany and other European countries – with success, as the latest outlook shows. The result this year is expected to increase more than twice as fast as in 2020. Sales are expected to grow to over 320 million euros, thanks to two newly connected solar parks in Spain with a maximum production capacity of 200 and 300 megawatts each. The regular income that such a business model generates has not escaped other entrepreneurs.

Is a new IPO imminent with BEE?

Five years ago, a dozen Encavis managers decided to start their own company. With financial help from the entrepreneurial family Wacker (Wacker Chemie) and the former publishing family Jahr, the wind and solar park operator Blue Elephant Energy (BEE) was created. The company controls systems with a combined output of 1.1 gigawatts. Projects of a similar size are being planned. BEE achieved an operating result (Ebitda) of more than 60 million euros last year with a turnover of over 80 million euros. Because of the unusually high margin and the industry’s growth prospects, there is even speculation that the Hamburg-based company will go public. The company could earn 150 million euros, insiders reported to the Reuters news agency. After that, the issue could be implemented this summer, if possible in July. The company does not comment on the speculation. But company boss Felix Goedhart is quoted by the “Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung” as saying: “Our operating profit margin of 74 percent with low risk should be interesting for investors.”

Solar power from Mecklenburg for VW

Climate protection and the goal of the EU Commission to make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050 are generating more and more alliances between a wide variety of companies. The Hamburg asset manager Luxcara has acquired a solar park in Mecklenburg and commissioned the energy giant RWE to market it. RWE will supply the car manufacturer Volkswagen with electricity from next year. The system has a total capacity of 170 million kilowatt hours of electricity per year, which makes it one of the largest solar projects in Germany

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Sunscreens come in many forms: spray, gel, patch or topical… but generally contain physical or chemical ingredients that are able to block, absorb or spread some UV radiation on the area. skin exposed to the sun. The 3 types of UV filters that can be combined in sunscreen products are: Organic chemical compounds that can absorb harmful components of UV light (oxybenzone, sulisobenzone, avobenzone). Inorganic particles reflect, scatter and absorb UV light (titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, superoxide dismutase, phlebodium aureum). Organic particles that can reflect, scatter or absorb light (tinosorb M, tinosorb S, mexoryl XL.). The American Cancer Society recommends that people use sunscreen because it can help prevent squamous cell and basal cell skin cancers, and to use broad-spectrum sunscreens because they can provide Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. What is SPF sun protection factor? SPF (Sun Protection Factor) is a measure of the amount of UV radiation needed to create a sunburn on the skin. All sunscreens are tested to measure the amount of UV radiation exposure needed to cause sunburn when sunscreen is used compared with UV exposure to cause sunburn without sunscreen. Sunscreen. The product is then labeled with the appropriate SPF value. The SPF value indicates the level of sunburn protection provided by the sunscreen product. As the SPF value increases, the level of sunburn protection increases. Sunscreen is only effective when applied to the skin about 15 – 30 minutes before going out in the sun. Should choose sunscreen products with medium SPF, in the city only need to use products with SPF 20 – 30. A very common misconception is that consumers are often told that an SPF 15 sunscreen can provide 15 x 10 minutes = 150 minutes of sun protection without sunburn. This is not true because SPF is not directly related to the time of sun exposure but to the amount of energy exposed to solar radiation. Although the amount of solar energy is related to the length of exposure to the sun, there are other factors such as the intensity of the solar energy that can affect the amount of UV radiation. For example, the following exposures could result in the same amount of solar energy (because the sun is more intense at noon than at other times): Example 60 minutes of solar energy at 9 morning hours can be equivalent to 15 minutes at 13 pm. The intensity of UV radiation in sunlight is also related to geographical location, greater radiation intensity occurs at lower latitudes. Several other factors can affect the amount of solar radiation exposure bức – People with fair skin are able to absorb more solar energy than people with dark skin under the same conditions. – The more sunscreen used, the less solar energy is absorbed. Sunscreen wears out and becomes less effective over time so frequency of reapplying is important to limit absorption of solar radiation. The frequency of reuse is also affected by the activities the user engages in. For example, when swimming, sunscreen needs to be reapplied more often because water can wash sunscreen from the body. In addition, high levels of physical activity also necessitate more frequent use of the cream because this activity can cause heavy sweating that washes away the sunscreen. Because many different factors affect the amount of solar radiation, the SPF number does not reflect the length of time a user is in the sun. In other words, SPF doesn’t inform users about how long they can stay in the sun without getting sunburned. Instead, SPF is a relative measure of the amount of sunburn protection provided in a sunscreen. Different sunscreens will have different SPF ratings. There are sunscreens with SPFs between 15 and 100 on the market today, allowing consumers to compare levels of sunburn protection. The higher the SPF, the more protection your skin can get from the sun. But 3 times the SPF does not mean 3 times the UV protection. For example, SPF 20 sunscreen can absorb up to 95% of UV rays, while SPF 60 sunscreen can absorb up to 98.3% of UV rays; SPF 15 blocks 93% of UV rays; SPF 30 blocks 97% of UV rays; SPF 50 blocks 98% of UV rays. In Vietnam, you should choose a sunscreen with an average SPF, in the city you only need to use a product with an SPF of 20 – 30, when you go to the beach, you need to use a sunscreen with an SPF of 50+. In fact, the majority sun protection index is often not as advertised. Some surveys show that over 40% of sunscreen products with SPF sun protection do not reach the level stated by the manufacturer on the product.

In the past, all three planets were rocky planets, the surface of which was composed of solid metals and silicates. Among them, our Earth is the largest planet, the mass and radius of Venus is only about 82% and 95% of the Earth, respectively, the mass and radius of Mars only account for about 11% and 53% when compared to our planet. Over the past few decades, humans have launched many unmanned probes to Venus and Mars, and it turns out that the environments on these two planets are very harsh. Venus is too hot, and Mars is too cold, and there is no oxygen on either planet, so life on Earth could not exist in such an environment, and astronomers could not find it. see any other traces of life there. So, how were Venus and Mars 4 billion years ago? Why are Venus and Mars now barren, and only our planet is habitable? Calculated based on the radiant power of the sun, Venus and Mars also operate in the same habitable zone as Earth, which means they can receive just the right amount of solar radiation to water. on their surface can still be in a liquid state. Astronomers speculate based on current signs on Venus and Mars and surmise that there may have been an ocean of liquid water on both Venus and Mars 4 billion years ago. For the first few hundred million years, Venus was a warm and humid planet. In the primordial oceans of Venus, life was fully qualified to evolve. They could be carbon-based life like life on Earth or could be other life forms. However, Venus’s habitable period did not last long. Because Venus is so close to the sun, and the temperature of the sun gradually increases over time, making Venus hotter and hotter, and a large amount of liquid water has also been evaporated. At the same time, the volcanic activity on Venus is also gradually becoming more active and continuously releasing carbon dioxide, causing a strong greenhouse effect. Without oceans, carbon dioxide would not be neutralized. They enter the atmosphere and cause a severe greenhouse effect, which will increase the temperature on Venus. Meanwhile, on Earth, the oceans, plants and minerals absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide, so the Earth will not become too hot due to the strong greenhouse effect during that period. Eventually, Venus’ greenhouse effect was completely out of control, liquid water completely evaporated, and life could have been destroyed. According to data returned by the Venus probe, the current concentration of carbon dioxide in Venus’s atmosphere is as high as 96.5%, and the surface atmospheric pressure is 91 times higher than the Earth’s surface. Under the influence of this extreme greenhouse effect, Venus has essentially reached thermal equilibrium, and the average surface temperature is as high as 464 degrees Celsius. Although it is essentially impossible to have life on the surface of Venus today, some astronomers speculate that there may be some strange life in the atmosphere of Venus. In the sky high enough above the surface of Venus, the atmospheric pressure will be moderate, and the temperature will not be high, possibly for the synthesis of organic matter and the evolution of life. On the other hand, ancient Mars was probably also a habitable planet. Currently, on Mars there is a large amount of water-washed terrain, and there are some iron ores that can only be generated in the aquatic environment, which is strong evidence for the existence of a large amount of water. liquid water on ancient Mars. So, how did Mars become such a uninhabitable planet as it is? At present-day Mars’ North Pole, there is a giant basin whose surface is equivalent to two-fifths of the surface of Mars. This huge Arctic basin was formed by a massive collision. Studies have shown that about 3.9 billion years ago, a dwarf planet (about the size of Pluto) with a diameter of about 2,000 km collided with the north pole of Mars. This massive collision completely changed the core of Mars, causing activities inside Mars to quickly stop, and the Martian magnetic field also gradually weakened and finally almost disappeared. lost. Without the protection of the magnetic field, the solar wind gradually strengthens and melts the atmosphere of Mars, liquid water continues to evaporate, causing Mars to quickly become a barren land. Currently, there is almost no atmosphere on Mars, but there is still some water ice in the polar regions. In addition, there may be a seasonal amount of liquid water in some areas of Mars, which has a high salt content and may be temporarily liquid in the low-temperature Martian environment. At the moment, the temperature on Mars is very low, the average temperature is only -63 degrees Celsius. If humans want to settle on Mars in the future, the first thing to do is to strengthen the star’s magnetic field. Mars and produces large amounts of greenhouse gases to “heat” Mars and melt the solid water that exists on Mars. Mars is much smaller than Earth, so it would have cooled from its molten state at its inception faster than Earth, so liquid water on Mars may have appeared earlier, which could This means that life on Mars may have formed and evolved earlier than our planet. Therefore, there are conspiracy theories that, when celestial bodies collided with Mars, the rocks that were thrown into space by the collisions could have carried the germ of life on Mars into space, and then some someday fall to Earth, becoming the source of life on Earth. And perhaps by coincidence, life on Earth also began to form around the same time that Mars’ North Pole collided. From the point of view of time, this is consistent. In addition, astronomers have discovered traces of suspected life in meteorites on Mars that have fallen to Earth. Life on Earth may have originated on Mars, but this has so far required more convincing evidence. In the past, the Curiosity rover has detected some carbon-containing organic substances in the rocks on Mars, which may be evidence that ancient Mars once had a few living things. Even now, it is still possible for life on Mars, they did not go extinct billions of years ago, but moved into the Martian underground and developed a unique survival mechanism to adapt to the harsh environment. harsh on this planet. Compared to Venus and Mars, our planet is very lucky. For billions of years, Earth has always been a habitable planet, so hundreds of millions of species have appeared here. Our Earth is like a “chosen planet”, a moderate distance from the sun, with a magnetic field that can resist solar radiation so that all kinds of life can continue to multiply and develop. Although it cannot be ruled out that some planets in the solar system (such as Europa) also harbor life, the environments of those planets are very different from those of Earth, and most life on Earth is not ruled out. Soil cannot exist there. In the near future, Earth will still be the only planet inhabited by humans in the universe.

The combined model of cucumber production under the solar array of Mr. Chau Hon’s family brings a profit of 200,000 VND/day. Photo: Hong Diem Sustainable development model In 2018, the Green Innovation Development Center (GreenID) conducted research and put into practice a model combining agricultural production and solar power. According to GreenID, the model is designed according to the standards of rooftop solar power installed on construction sites, greenhouses planted under the guidance of Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) with a capacity of 45kwp installed on 400 square meter area. With a capital of over 900 million VND, the model will be completed and connected to the power grid in December 2020. To ensure plant efficiency, below the photovoltaic panels are designed at a distance of 1-2m. On average, the system produces 103kwh of electricity per day. In the first 3 months of 2021, 4,471kwh of electricity will be produced from this model (equivalent to 22 million VND). This is the first model with the participation of 3 parties (people, businesses and non-profit organizations). Accordingly, the enterprise will withdraw support capital in the first 10 years, then will hand over the entire system to GreenID and households participating in the model. After 20 years, the model will be handed over to households for management. The installation of solar panels above combined with growing vegetables and colors below not only creates additional income from selling electricity, but also makes the most of the arable land area, resolving conflicts in the use of resources. raw land. In fact, the crops grown underneath the electric panels have higher yields and better product quality. The model is expected to open up new directions for local agriculture. Truong Kien Tho, Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of An Giang province, said that this is a model that brings dual benefits, when combining agricultural production with solar power, helping people have clean electricity. , develop local agricultural production, and bring stable income for farmers. Open up a new direction Realizing the economic benefits that the model brings, Mr. Chau Hon (40 years old), from An Hoa hamlet, Chau Lang commune, Tri Ton district, An Giang province boldly and the research team developed the model on the land of family. From the beginning of 2021 up to now, the research team has cooperated with the project team and Mr. Hon’s family to experiment with water spinach and cucumber plants to calculate the appropriate level of cover under the solar panels and compare. with growing plants outside. The results show that, grown according to the above model, both plants grow well and give higher yields than those grown outside. “The research results of the pilot model will be documented to share with stakeholders and promote the process of promulgating appropriate policies for the development of a combined model of agricultural production and solar power. God. We will survey and replicate the model in areas with suitable conditions in An Giang province,” said Mr. Truong Kien Tho. Mr. Chau Hon excitedly said: “Compared to growing outside, cucumbers are grown under shaded solar panels, with very few pests and diseases, the plants grow well, the fruit setting rate is high, the fruit is even and the fruit is uniform. beautiful, yield higher than growing cucumber outside about 30%. On average, every day, I sell about 30-40 kg for 6,000 VND/kg, I earn about 200,000 VND, much more leisurely than rice production. Ms. Pham Thi Nguyet, Vice Chairman of Chau Lang Commune People’s Committee said, Chau Lang is a mountainous commune with special difficulties with more than 62% of the population being Khmer, the poverty rate is still over 3.4%. People mainly depend on agricultural production. The development of agriculture in combination with solar power has initially helped farmers change their traditional farming practices and adapt to new farming techniques to create dual incomes on the same land area. This is a model that can help many farmers get out of poverty and become well-off. “However, the replication of the model faces many difficulties due to high investment costs, the arable land of many households in the commune is far from the national power transmission line, so at present, this model has only been implemented. experience with Mr. Chau Hon’s family. With the benefits that the model brings, hopefully in the near future, there will be policies to develop this model” – Ms. Nguyet pondered.

The Vietnamese football team is present in the UAE to attend the 2022 World Cup qualifiers in the support of all fans. The past two matches have brought positive results, but many people cannot help but worry about the health of the players in the coming days. The reason is because the UAE is experiencing record hot days. The highest temperature recorded at the solar park in the town of Sweihan, 70 km northwest of Al Ain city in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) was 51, 8 degrees Celsius on 7/6. Meanwhile, the temperature in Dubai and many other places such as Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, … was also recorded extremely high, up to 49 degrees Celsius. By June 8, the temperature had dropped to 46 degrees. This level of heat is considered extreme, which can be harmful to human health. People here are advised to wear umbrellas when outdoors and avoid direct sunlight. Many people living in the UAE say that this is the hottest summer they have ever experienced and they are asked to work and stay at home. Early summer temperatures in the UAE have risen sharply in recent weeks. The country typically experiences high humidity during the first few weeks of summer, with a long dry spell throughout July and August. It is forecasted that in the coming days, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will continue to be hot and humid. The temperature in the hottest place, the town of Sweihan, has dropped, but still ranges from 43 – 46 degrees Celsius, extremely harsh. Besides the hot sun, Dubai and some other areas of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) also face fog due to high humidity, reaching 85-90%. For people in the UAE, hot weather has become the norm for them. Even in many countries around the world, the weather is more than 30 degrees Celsius, it is very hot, but the people of Dubai think that it is a good thing to signal that winter has arrived. In the summer in Dubai, people can’t even walk, swim, surf or eat outside due to the hot weather. These are only done in winter when the average temperature fluctuates between 15 – 30 degrees Celsius. Fortunately, in Dubai, there are air conditioners installed everywhere, so the life of the people as well as the national teams participating in the Wold Cup is also less difficult and harsh. However, because they are not used to the climate and often have to practice in the sun, fans are worried that the Vietnamese team may have health problems during the competition. Please watch the video: 7 most curious mysterious natural phenomena. Source: Neews

The cooperation between Coca-Cola and The Ocean Cleanup will accelerate the implementation of the Interceptor system to clean 15 rivers globally. Accordingly, the two sides will coordinate to deploy a system to collect plastic waste and clean up 15 rivers around the world within the next 18 months, including the introduction and application of a semi-automatic river sanitation solution using The Ocean Cleanup’s Solar Interceptor. The two sides also called for the attention and action of industries and individuals around the world to solve the problem of plastic waste, prevent plastic waste from entering the ocean, thereby protecting the ecosystem. species and water resources. Boyan Slat, founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup, said: “The Ocean Cleanup’s mission is to remove plastic waste from the oceans. With 1,000 rivers carrying nearly 80% of plastic waste directly into the sea, this problem is becoming more and more serious. This is also the reason why we are always looking for solutions to speed up the implementation of the program. Among the waste we collect are many plastic bottles, including Coca-Cola products, so we appreciate that Coca-Cola is the first company to accompany The Ocean Cleanup. This is also an action program in Coca-Cola’s grand strategy to create a positive impact, contributing to solving the global plastic pollution problem.” James Quincey, President and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company said: “As a global company, we work hard to ensure that all the materials we use for packaging are collected and recycled, and will not become waste. We support The Ocean Cleanup and its technological solutions to protect the ocean ecosystem and also contribute to the conservation of our water resources.”

Leveraging Coca-Cola’s global scale and network and The Ocean Cleanup’s technology and data solutions, this partnership will accelerate the implementation of a plastic waste collection and cleaning system. 15 rivers around the world over the next 18 months, including the introduction and adoption of The Ocean Cleanup’s Interceptor solar-powered semi-automated river sanitation solution. The two sides also called for the attention and action of industries and individuals around the world to solve the problem of plastic waste, prevent plastic waste from entering the ocean, thereby protecting the ecosystem. species and water resources. Boyan Slat, Founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup said: “The Ocean Cleanup’s mission is to remove plastic waste from the oceans. With 1,000 rivers carrying nearly 80% of plastic waste directly into the sea, this problem is becoming more and more serious. This is also the reason why we are always looking for solutions to speed up the implementation of the program. Among the waste we collect are many plastic bottles, including Coca-Cola products, so we appreciate that Coca-Cola is the first company in the industry to partner with The Ocean Cleanup. This is also an action program in Coca-Cola’s grand strategy to create a positive impact, contributing to solving global plastic pollution. Our aim is to learn from this partnership and continue to scale rapidly in the near future. I believe this cooperation is good news for our oceans.” The cooperation between Coca-Cola and The Ocean Cleanup will accelerate the implementation of the Interceptor system to clean 15 rivers globally Solution Interceptor The Interceptor system announced in 2019 is the first widely deployed solution to prevent river waste from entering the ocean. Interceptor works 100% on solar energy, automatically filters garbage and can operate in most of the most polluted rivers in the world. Through the partnership between The Ocean Cleanup and Coca-Cola, from now until the end of 2022, the two units will coordinate to deploy the Interceptor solution application program to clean 15 rivers globally. The first two Interceptor systems in the cooperation program were installed by The Ocean Cleanup in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Can Tho, Vietnam. In these rivers, The Ocean Cleanup and Coca-Cola will continue to support the development of post-collection solutions. The two units are also planning to expand the project scale on the remaining 13 rivers in the near future. The Ocean Cleanup provides effective solutions with high expertise in the field of plastic waste collection technology, applied from practical experience, scientific understanding of plastic waste pollution, and a database as well. as it handles data from programs that this organization has previously implemented. Coca-Cola will support The Ocean Cleanup through the company’s global network, which currently operates in more than 200 countries and territories. Coca-Cola will directly support the local implementation of the new Interceptor system, as well as post-collection plastic processing with specialized measures to manage plastic waste in a weekly economic model. complete. Ocean Cleanup and Coca-Cola will work together to secure new partners and call for the investments needed to scale the project, namely installing more Interceptor solutions, securing licenses, and deploying new solutions. Developed a River Monitoring System (RMS) for a more detailed analysis of pollution levels in rivers. For a world without waste Mr. James Quincey, Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company said: “As a global company, we work hard to ensure that all the materials we use for packaging are collected and recycled, and do not end up as waste. We support The Ocean Cleanup and its technological solutions to protect the ocean ecosystem and also contribute to the conservation of our water resources.” The Coca-Cola Company is implementing comprehensive activities to tackle plastic waste through its Strategy for a Zero Waste World. The strategy sets out three key global goals including: (1) 100% of Coca-Cola’s packaging is recyclable by 2025 – and using at least 50% recycled materials in packaging by 2030; (2) Every can and bottle that Coca-Cola sells is collected and recycled by the company by 2030; and (3) Working together for a clean, waste-free environment. Constantly improving, Coca-Cola is investing in many new technologies, packaging material solutions and packaging reduction initiatives, including ultra-light recycling technology, plant-based packaging and other innovative technologies. solution to support the classification process. Recently, Coca-Cola set a target that by 2025, depending on business growth, the company will reduce the use of virgin plastic from fossil fuels by about 20% compared to today. Getting rid of plastic waste requires effective action and thinking on the part of all parties, including civil society, industry and the public sector. Therefore, The Coca-Cola Company has always supported building and participating in global, future-oriented partnerships for a zero-waste world. The common goal is to encourage more people to recycle and reuse and more organizations to invest in a circular economy where products and materials stay the same at the end of their life cycle. their value and return to the production process, becoming part of a closed chain, so that there is little or no waste released into the environment. Brian Smith, President and COO of The Coca-Cola Company said: “The Ocean Cleanup has a clear vision and effective technology to realize the goal of eliminating plastic waste from the ocean. As for Coca-Cola, we have a local team to support the implementation of the new Interceptor system in rivers around the world, along with the treatment and recycling of waste after collection. . We believe this partnership can make a truly positive impact. It’s great that Coca-Cola employees everywhere in the world can support the project by participating in supporting the implementation of the project locally, or becoming an ambassador to spread the message of the great mission. of this project”.

Meanwhile, there is an inexhaustible source of energy, which is solar energy, which is being used in many constructions serving human life. The use of hot water by solar energy has also been implemented, but in unstable weather areas such as central provinces, especially Quang Binh, it is difficult to apply solar energy to generate electricity. Year-round hot water for daily living. Two children Dinh Thi Kim Oanh and Kaohsiung Cuong with the structural diagram of a solar water heater product. To solve this problem, Dinh Thi Kim Oanh, a student of class 12B and Kaohsiung Cuong, a student of class 12A, Trung Hoa Middle School and High School together with teacher Dinh Ngoc Trai researched and manufactured ordinary products. hot water by combining a solar water heater with an electric water heater. The principle of operation of this device is: the output of the solar water heater will be put through the inlet of the electric water heater, the output of the electric water heater will be brought down to the faucet. to use. The electricity supplied to the electric water heater is controlled by a controller with a temperature sensor. The temperature sensor head is located in the heart of the solar water heater. If the temperature in the solar water heater reaches 40 degrees Celsius or more (this temperature value can be adjusted), the controller will control the relay to disconnect the power to the electric water heater. At this time, hot water from the solar water heater flows through the electric water heater and flows down the faucet for use. If the temperature in the solar water heater is lower than 40 degrees Celsius, the controller will control the relay to power on the electric water heater. At this time, the water from the solar water heater flows through the electric water heater, here, the water will be heated to a certain temperature (depending on the user’s adjustment) and flows down the faucet for use. . The amount of electricity used to heat the water will be less because the water in the solar water heater itself is already heated more than normal water (during sunny days or hot temperatures). According to Kaohsiung, the outstanding advantage of this product is that it has come up with a solution to use solar water heaters in unstable rainy and sunny areas, namely the combination of using between the solar water heater and the electric water heater in a reasonable way. The power supply to the electric water heater is controlled to close and disconnect automatically on the basis of recognizing the water temperature in the solar water heater. This is the outstanding feature of the product, which helps to maximize the amount of electricity used to heat water. Without this automatic controller, according to habit, users will turn on the attomat to have hot water but forget that that day, it was sunny and there was hot water in the solar water heater. This habit will consume an unnecessary amount of power. But if there is this controller, the power supply for the electric water heater is fully automatic and scientific, depending on the water temperature in the solar water heater. Only when the temperature of the water in the solar water heater is too low (below 40 degrees Celsius), then the controller will output a signal to the relay to close the electric lock to supply power to the electric water heater. to boil water. Currently, the demand for hot water in daily life is very large. Therefore, in areas with erratic rainy and sunny weather that must use an electric water heater, the monthly electricity consumption is not small. But if installed in combination with another solar water heater, can significantly save monthly electricity consumption. According to the current quote, a 130l solar water heater (for a family of about 5 people) costs from 3.7 million VND, with a warranty of up to 5 years, a lifespan from 10 years to 15 years. The low initial cost but can be used for a long time and help consumers use hot water all year round without having to pay a lot of electricity bills is the obvious economic benefit of the project. Moreover, solar energy is a clean energy source that does not pollute the environment, therefore, if the product of the project is widely used, it will contribute to environmental protection. “We are very confident with this topic, because after completing the project, we were facilitated by our parents to install it right in our family to use. We are ready to support and guide the design and installation stages for families who need to use solar water heaters. Hopefully, our project will receive the investment of businesses to make products that are both technical and cheap to serve the needs of the people,” shared Dinh Thi Kim Oanh.

Tulip turbines are “planted” in urban areas, on the rooftops of houses in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Traditional wind turbines are often located in the sea, are huge in size, make loud noises, can harm birds, and it is important that very strong winds are needed to generate electricity. The new tulip-shaped design overcomes all of the above shortcomings, it only needs a normal wind to generate enough electricity for a family to use comfortably all day. Israeli-American Dr Daniel Farb, the inventor of the tulip turbine, said the unique aerodynamic design makes the turbines quiet, efficient and capable of generating more than 50% of the electricity in clusters. Shaped like glossy flowers in a variety of colors and sizes (1m, 3m and 6m high), the tulip turbines are designed to double duty as electricity generation and artistic decoration on the rooftops. home, shopping mall, school… In addition, a solar system combined with tulip turbines could reduce overcrowding during the late afternoon peaks in many parts of the world when sunlight goes out and strong winds pick up.

Floatwing: This floating house is not only sturdy, but also portable around the world. Floatwing has been built from the ideas of a group of designers Friday SA. With a detachable, modular structure, you can transport your home where you want it. Floatwing also has a wine cellar, BBQ area and roof terrace. Talking about the solidity of the house, the architects used environmentally friendly materials such as wood, plastic cork. In addition, the electricity consumed is also taken advantage of by solar energy. Floating House Lake Huron, Ontario: Located in the Great Lakes, this floating house is built on a steel pontoon boat that can float up and down according to the lake level. Inspired by the surrounding landscape, the house is designed with natural colors. Inside the house are white walls and large windows that can look out to the outside. Lake Union Float Home, Seattle: is part of a collection of unique floating houses in Seattle. Inspired by the warehouses on the ports of the previous centuries, the architects created a modern house with classic features such as beams, steel beams, concrete columns or spiral stairs. snails. UFO: These are not images of imagination at all, but man-made ships with fiberglass structures. These floating spherical houses can reach the highest speed in the world. about 3-5 nautical miles. The hull is made of fiberglass and is protected by seals that help keep the ship afloat and stable on the water. An Italian company is behind these designs and they claim the ship will never sink even in rough seas. UFO can even be “self-sufficient” because it can turn salt water and rain into drinkable water. This UFO house also uses solar energy and water turbines to generate electricity. Watervilla Weesperzijde, Amsterdam: Located on Amsterdam’s Amstel river. This luxury villa has an all-glass front and a terrace running the length of the house. This is also an extremely modern house for those who are connoisseurs of technology. Watervilla de Omval, Amsterdam: Floating houses are nothing new in the Netherlands because many areas are below sea level and there is always a risk of flooding. The 2120 square feet (197 square meter) home features rounded corners, a glass front and a roof terrace for viewing the surroundings. ParkArk Oog – in – Al, Utrecht: Huge windows and skylights fill the whole house with natural light. Muntboot Utrecht, Utrecht: Muntboot is located on a peaceful canal of Utrecht, a Dutch city. This split-level house can also be turned into a work of art thanks to the inclined wooden slats with different widths creating the facade architecture and depth for the house.

Research on recycling solar batteries contributes to boosting the weekly economy in Vietnam (Source: Internet). Solar power is an inevitable trend According to Decision No. 2068/QD-TTg issued by the Prime Minister on November 25, 2015 approving Vietnam’s renewable energy development strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2050, electricity produced from Solar power will reach about 35.4 billion kWh by 2030 and increase to 210 billion kWh by 2050. According to the Institute of Energy (Ministry of Industry and Trade), on average, a solar power source with a capacity of 1 MWp will generate nearly 70 tons of waste after about 20-25 years from the date the source starts generating electricity. Thus, according to forecasts, the amount of waste from these solar panels can reach millions of tons. Nguyen Van Hoi – Director of the Institute for Industry and Trade Policy and Strategy Research (Ministry of Industry and Trade) said that solar power is an inevitable trend of Vietnam’s energy industry, bringing many benefits to economic development. – society of the country and play an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In Resolution No. 55-NQ/TW on orientation of Vietnam’s national energy development strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2045, it is clear that it is necessary to develop synchronously, rationally and diversify types of energy. quality, prioritizing the exploitation, exhaustive and efficient use of renewable energy, new energy and clean energy; Use energy economically, efficiently, and protect the environment. Mr. Hoi said that the promotion of renewable energy development should be placed in the overall context of solutions, especially in the treatment of waste from the development of this energy source. Solar battery recycling solution Talking about the experience of processing and recycling solar panels of countries around the world, Mr. Dao Tran Nhan – Economic and Trade Advisory Association (VICETA) said, the Korean Government has issued new law “Extended Manufacturer Liability Program to take effect from 2023”. Accordingly, the Korean Government requires domestic manufacturers and importers to pay a recycling fee, which is expected to be US$1.04/kg. Meanwhile, Switzerland takes advantage of materials and components that are still valid to use and destroys those that are no longer worth using, using solar panels as a source of raw materials for making electric vehicle batteries (such as automobiles). , motorcycle). Proposing solutions for processing and recycling solar panels in Vietnam, Mr. Dao Tran Nhan suggested: For the group of policy solutions, it is necessary to develop regulations on downtime and storage. or recycle solar panels and have clear binding regulations between the parties. For the group of technological solutions, it is necessary to develop specific standards and regulations for each type of battery and develop a regulation to monitor and control the quality of solar cells. In addition, it is necessary to have a mechanism to encourage recycling as well as to develop sanctions to punish violations according to regulations. Dr. Le Huy Khoi – Institute for Strategic and Policy Studies of Industry and Trade also offered some solutions. Firstly, it is necessary to strengthen the inspection, examination and supervision of the collection and treatment of expired batteries. Second, the environmental protection responsibilities of owners of production, business and service establishments must “collect, classify, store, treat and dispose of solid waste in accordance with the law”. Third, research, develop and soon form a construction environment management department to regulate and supervise the final management of solar panels. Fourth, develop mechanisms and introduce policies to encourage investment in building solar panel recycling plants in Vietnam. Fifth, there should be financial and credit mechanisms and policies to support businesses in a practical way. Sixth, strengthen propaganda on the awareness of using, collecting and recycling solar cells effectively. Experts agree that, for Vietnam, the volume of waste from solar panels is quite small compared to the leading countries, however, to ensure sustainable development, the State needs to study soon to have appropriate policy and mechanism related to the collection and treatment of waste from solar cells. From a circular economy perspective, this can become an opportunity for Vietnam to develop the solar cell recycling industry in the future.

In order to impress the audience, Korean idols must constantly renew their appearance. They are not afraid to try unique and fancy styles, including two-color hair dye, according to Koreaboo. Solar (Mamamoo) appeared on stage with two-tone neon green and black hair. She also coordinated the outfit with the hair color. Image: Sun . Two-color dyeing is not only applied in performances. Female singer Jamie looks stylish when choosing to dye her hair black and taro brown. Dark tones are suitable for those who want to refresh their hair but do not look too dominant. Image: Jamie . Nagyung (Fromis_9) attracts attention with long curly hair with gray and pink colors. When it fades out, the female idol’s hair has a sweet light pink and blue color. Image: Gemini Love, fromis_9 . During song promotions Boca , Siyeon (Dreamcatcher) to have a dark blue and black hairdo. This dyeing method is considered suitable by the bright blue color, not creating a novelty if you do the whole head. The appearance of the black half helps the female idol still look personal and not drowned in her skin. Image: Hf_dreamcatcher . Taeyong (NCT) is compared to the character in the game when dyeing hair red – white. The make-up artist also opted for an edgy make-up style and embossed contact lenses to match his hair. Image: SM . DRAW (BTS) once left an impression with cute blonde-pink hair. Image: Naver x Dispatch . Fans are excited when Taehyun (TXT) posted a photo of hair dyeing in two colors brown – bright blonde. They think that this is the hairstyle in the new comeback of the male idol of the HYBE family. Image: TXT_members .

This time started in the summer, the demand for cooling devices increased, leading to a dizzying increase in electricity bills, so solar fan models were sold on the market. They are advertised, instead of running on electricity like conventional types, this type of fan operates entirely on solar power. Specifically, each solar fan will come with a solar panel to help absorb sunlight and produce electricity to maintain operation. Depending on the type of panel, when placed in the sun, the fan controller will charge the battery, which takes 4-6 hours. After the battery is fully charged, the fan will work for 6-10 hours continuously, even on rainy days without sunshine. In addition, users can use grid electricity to charge the battery for storage and use. Solar fans are causing fever in the market this summer Currently, on the market, these fans come from many places such as: China, Korea, Vietnam, … with very diverse prices, depending on size and function. In which, the lowest price is about 200,000-300,000 VND (mini fan), tree fan costs 800,000-2 million VND. Many fan lines are being discounted by 20-50% to attract buyers. For example, the 20W mini solar fan line is being discounted by up to 50%, from VND 830,000 to VND 417,000; mini fan 3.5W X9E is 40% off, from 510,000 VND to 306,000 VND; The Sunisi FT-30 fan model is priced at 1 million VND, 50% less than the original price of 2.1 million VND; Korichi KRC 6300 fan model reduced from 1.2 million VND to 890,000 VND; Jenpect 220V fan model has the original price of 1.3 million VND, down 34%, now only 850,000 VND,… According to the advertisement of the staff of household electrical stores, compared to traditional fans, solar fans have many advantages such as: no electricity costs, no fear of sudden power outages in hot summer days. Not only that, they are also very convenient when going on a picnic or camping trip; can directly charge other mobile devices such as phones, flashlights, … via USB port, which is very convenient. Moreover, long battery life 3-5 years of use, battery capacity up to 12,000 mAh, using time up to 8-12 hours. With “divine” functions, especially without consuming electricity, this type of solar fan immediately caused a fever in the market and was sought after by many people. Mr. Nguyen Hung – an employee of an electronics store in Ho Chi Minh City – said that at this point, the demand for cooling fans has begun to increase sharply, in which the solar fan line is the best-selling model. . As at the beginning of summer, his shop sold about 300 solar fans, at the peak of last year’s heat, he sold up to 800 units. Many fan models are having super cheap prices to attract buyers Similarly, Mr. Hoang Van Binh – an employee of an electrical appliance store in Thanh Xuan (Hanoi) – also said that in recent years, the price of electricity has tended to increase, people have the need to buy and use electricity. Use energy-saving appliances and take advantage of natural energy sources. Therefore, from May, customers looking to buy solar fans are busier. Currently, he only has 15 more fans to sell out. According to him, this type of fan is often suitable for low-rise houses, level 4 houses rather than high-rise buildings and apartments like in the city. Because the fan and solar panels are separate, it is necessary to choose a location to mount the panels to catch the sun (roof, rooftop, balcony, front yard, …) then connect to the fan set. Therefore, with high-rise buildings, moving equipment is quite difficult. But Binh also admitted, when it rains, the charging capacity of the fan will be poor, so in the prolonged rainy season solar fans will not be able to promote their full benefits. At that time, the fan can still be used by the grid as usual. Talk to PV. VietNamNet, Mr. Le Van Kien – a technical staff member of an electrical appliance store in Khuat Duy Tien (Thanh Xuan, Hanoi) – shared, when buying a solar fan, it is necessary to pay attention to the lifespan of the panels. The origin of the battery is unclear, poor quality will make the fan’s performance worse, the fan runs erratically, the lifespan is reduced, and it pollutes the environment. Moreover, the life of the battery is usually only 2-3 years, then it has to be replaced at a considerable cost. In addition, the capacity of the battery will determine the operating time of the fan, the battery is designed with a high capacity, the better the charge will be and vice versa. Limit the selection of multi-function rechargeable fans that are equipped with lights, alarms or clocks… because these features consume power from large batteries, making it easier for the battery to fail faster. Users should not be greedy, but buying low-quality fans will have many potential risks, so consider when choosing and need to choose to buy products of reputable brands and addresses.

The new factory demonstrates Spartronics’ s commitment to long-term investment in Vietnam. Photo: TL Spartronics LLC – a manufacturer of electronic and mechatronic complexes for civil aviation, defense, aerospace, control, life sciences and healthcare, just officially started construction. new machine in Binh Duong, Vietnam. This newest and most state-of-the-art factory will enhance its advanced electronics manufacturing and machining capabilities. Located in the vicinity of the city. Ho Chi Minh City, the new factory is expected to officially go into operation in March 2022. The new factory has an area of ​​27,000 m2 and is equipped with rooftop solar power system, has an area of ​​four times. The Company’s current factory is located near major airports and seaports. Located in Nam Tan Uyen Industrial Park, this factory will replace the company’s existing factory located in Binh Duong province. All ISO certifications and customer reviews and certifications will also be transferred to the new factory. Spartronics factory in Vietnam specializes in manufacturing electronic complex products, mechatronics for civil aviation, medical equipment, measuring and control equipment in industrial environments that require precision. high body. The entire value chain is located in Vietnam, including the provision of engineering services, sample production, manufacturing, supply chain management and after-sales service. “For our company, Vietnam occupies an important position, not only because of the rapid development in the region but also a key position in the development strategy of the Group. The new factory demonstrates a commitment to long-term investment in Vietnam, helping to maintain customers’ high expectations for product and service quality and contribute to driving growth along with customer growth ”, said Paul Fraipont – President and CEO of Spartronics Group.

A solar power plant in Maryland, USA. (Photo: AFP / VNA) A unit of the company Samsung C&T is considering investing $ 673 million in the construction of solar power plants in Texas (USA), to start commercial production in December 2023. The solar facilities above will be located in Milam County, Texas, less than two hours ‘drive from Samsung Electronics’ chip factory in Austin. Austin is where Samsung is considering building a new $ 17 billion chip factory. With a capacity of about 700 MW, solar power plants will begin construction in June 2022. A Samsung C&T official said the company is doing the approval procedures with the authorities. The attractiveness of solar and wind power is increasing rapidly as nations around the world switch from fossil fuels to cleaner renewable sources to prevent global warming. The administration of US President Joe Biden aims to generate electricity from non-carbon sources such as nuclear and renewable energy by 2035. Recently, South Korean President Moon Jae-in also pledged to end all new funding for overseas coal projects and will soon come up with a more ambitious plan to cut carbon emissions. . In October, Samsung C&T Corp announced its decision to suspend any new projects or investments related to coal. While chip makers like Samsung Electronics, Intel and TSMC are also committed to increasing the use of renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions.

In Ninh Thuan province, the Cyclic Energy Solution Company (CAS Company) is applying the model of goat farming and experimental planting of trees under panels at 3ha large solar farm. However, Mr. Tran Anh Dong, Director of CAS Company, said: “The company’s main revenue is from solar power, while the revenue from agricultural production is still low. Currently, the company is still struggling in finding high-yield crops suitable for the conditions to be planted under solar panels ”. According to Nguyen Quoc Khanh, the model of solar power combined with agriculture has great potential, both increasing the efficiency of land use and creating more income for farmers. However, at present, this model still has many limitations such as: Not meeting farm economic criteria, no support mechanism for solar power, lack of information on suitable crops, no technical guidance, lack of practical model … In order for this model to really promote its effectiveness, the State needs more mechanisms and policies to help businesses overcome the above problems.

Professional solar battery cleaning worker for a project in the city. Ho Chi Minh Meanwhile, according to engineer Thanh, the current method of cleaning the panels is mostly done by investors, most of them are using water, available facilities and using a hose to wash them, this method is not technically correct. in terms of maintenance, because many areas have water contaminated with alum, hard water, there is a lot of organic matter, more dissolved metals… leading to further damage to the panels. “The effectiveness of the project apart from equipment, materials, installation techniques, the operation and maintaining the efficiency of the system is related to the cleaning of the panels. Keeping the panels clean is the key to maximizing output, increasing economic efficiency for investors, ”Thanh said. Solar power is booming in Vietnam, especially household investment packages, concentrated in remote and island areas in the South. According to the Vietnam Electricity (EVN), by the end of 2020, the total capacity of renewable energy sources will be 17,430 MW (up 11,780 MW compared to 2019) and accounting for 25.3%. . In which, there are about 8,000 MW of rooftop solar power and more than 8,400 MW of large farm solar power. Thus, according to investors’ calculations, the whole country currently has no less than 30 million solar panels operating in the whole system and will increase when many projects are under construction and about to be operational. Seeing this potential, a number of businesses in the South have added new services, which are professional cleaning of solar panels and package maintenance for solar power systems. the investors. Mr. Le Tran Khanh Vy – General Director of Nhat Hung Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. (Thu Duc City) – said that in the face of more and more investors installing solar equipment, the company opened more professional solar battery cleaning service, currently hundreds of customers across the country have signed contracts to participate in cleaning and maintaining solar power systems with this package. To meet the needs of customers, especially solar power investment packages in industrial form, the company is forced to professionalize by producing standard cleaning solutions, investing in specialized cleaning equipment. and has a team of professional staff in charge. “The solution that the company offers is to keep batteries clean by cleaning them regularly and properly; Check the water source, if the water source is contaminated with alum, hard water, contains a lot of organic matter, lots of dissolved metals, it must be handled; choosing a cleaning solution specialized for cleaning panels, because now there are domestically produced products with appropriate and safe prices, ”said Mr. Vy. On the market, there are specialized solutions for cleaning solar cells According to electricity experts, at present, many solar power projects are invested billions of dong, even more money, but the stage of battery cleaning and system maintenance is less concerned by investors properly. This leads to a reduced lifespan of the building, especially the heat collection efficiency of the panels is low, while if cleaned and maintained properly, the economic efficiency is not small. Mr. Huynh Duc Tien, living in Hoc Mon district, city. Ho Chi Minh has just signed a package contract with a company specializing in solar battery cleaning and maintenance of the solar power system with an investment of more than 1.2 billion VND nearly 2 years ago. Mr. Tien said that the cleaning company has specialized solutions, tools and techniques, so it is handed over to them for management because the cost is not much and it saves time.

It is known that the ‘O-tower’ will be the venue for OPPO’s large-scale programs, a lush urban landscape in the middle of the city. This design is inspired by the letter O and fingerprints, when combined, it will produce an extremely unique and novel shape. The design company is the Bjarke ingels group (BIG), the building designed to reduce energy consumption and demonstrate OPPO’s commitment to endless innovation by connecting ‘ground and sky’ in a unified ring. cooperation continuously. BIG started working with OPPO in early 2019 to develop the design for the R&D headquarters and the overall plan for the site. It will be located along the main access road of the city, between a natural lake, the urban center, and a 10,000 square meter park. With this prime location, BIG and OPPO want the O-tower as a new symbol and gateway to the future science and technology city of Hangzhou. Brian Yang, partner at BIG, said: “The best technology should be a seamless life extension. OPPO’s new R&D headquarters embodies this concept, located inside a stunning geographic location of Hangzhou, combined with dense urban and natural landscape on one side, this will be an ant symbol. architecture of OPPO with elegant philosophy, while improving the quality of life for people in the city ”. BIG looked at how to create the optimal workspace with plenty of natural light while optimizing energy use. From that. The south side of the building will have a central courtyard, the inner facade shaded from solar energy. The slopes create a series of gaps three times the usual height and the courtyards where OPPO employees can interact and socialize. The building will be surrounded by adaptive wind vents oriented towards the angle of the sun. The architects said this would reduce solar energy by up to 52%, thereby reducing energy consumption, glare, reflection and the greenhouse effect. Bjarke ingels, Founder and Creative Director of BIG said: ‘We have been trying to envision OPPO’s future work environment as sustainable on three key points: economic, ecological and social. . ‘, The building has large flexible floors illuminated by the sun and fresh air. The facade has an adaptive roof that removes sunlight ‘. Most of the building will be occupied by OPPO but the first three floors are devoted to public programs including exhibition space, conference center, cafeteria and a garden for outdoor seminars. This urban oasis will provide fresh air, retain water and support a biodiversity public area connected to the daily life of the city. Through this project, Hangzhou will become one of OPPO’s most important research and development centers in China. Going forward, we believe that through our cooperation, OPPO’s R&D headquarters will not only perfectly represent OPPO’s brand identity and culture, but also become an iconic landmark. most in Hangzhou. This will represent a key cornerstone of OPPO’s hundred-year plan. Said Jin Le Qin, Vice President of OPPO.

New Spartronics Vietnam factory in Nam Tan Uyen Industrial Park will strengthen the production capacity of electronic and mechatronic complex products for the civil aviation industry, medical equipment, and measuring and control equipment. Located in the vicinity of Ho Chi Minh City, the new factory is expected to officially go into operation in March 2022. The new factory covers an area of ​​27,000 square meters and is equipped with rooftop solar power systems, four times the size of the company’s current factory and located close to major airports and seaports. This factory will replace the company’s existing factory located in Binh Duong province. All ISO certifications and customer reviews and certifications will also be transferred to the new factory. Affirming that Vietnam occupies an important position not only because of the rapid development in the region but also a key position in the development strategy of the group, said Paul Fraipont, President and CEO of Spartronics Group. , also emphasized: “The new factory demonstrates a commitment to long-term investment in Vietnam, helps maintain customers’ high expectations for product and service quality and contributes to the growth in growth. Chief of the customer ”. Over the years, Spartronics Vietnam has won prestigious awards such as: One of the best places to work in Asia, Excellent Enterprise of Asia-Pacific, Excellent Enterprise of Vietnam, 10 Best Brand in Vietnam, Excellent Growth Company in Asia – Pacific and the title of Best Supplier of the Year awarded by the customer …

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Solar power is being encouraged to use, contributing to creating more clean energy sources, towards the goal of green and sustainable electricity development. Immediately after the Politburo issued Resolution 55-NQ / TW, on February 11, 2020 on the national energy development strategic orientation, the provincial People’s Committee directed the Department of Industry and Trade to coordinate with related agencies and units. research, advise and propose rooftop power development. Department of Industry and Trade proposed the Ministry of Industry and Trade to supplement the planning for 2 solar power plants in Viet Yen and Yen The; solar power projects in industrial zones and clusters with a total capacity of 2,320 MVA. Households in Luc Ngan district install solar power system on the roof. Photo provided by CTV. Mr. Nguyen Duc Hoan, Deputy Director of the Department of Industry and Trade, informed that although power companies stopped connecting and purchased solar power in the case of installation after December 31, 2020, it is only temporary. In general, the State has a mechanism to develop solar power with many attractive policies such as: Buying solar power at high prices, purchasing time lasts 20 years, commercial banks facilitate maximum loans from 70 -80% value of solar power projects in a period of 5-8 years. With the above advantages, many individuals, businesses (DN) and units have been encouraged to take advantage of this energy source. By the end of December 31, 2020, the whole province had 607 customers installing rooftop solar power system with a total installed capacity of 15,936.46 kWp. In which, 10 are enterprises with a total installed capacity of more than 100 kWp or more, the rest are households and non-business units. It is known that since 2017, the province has implemented rooftop solar power development programs in a number of different forms, but mainly supported the installation of pilot models, demonstrations for the purpose of evaluation and replication. power saving; At the same time, it will support 10 state agencies to participate in the use of solar power in the near future. At this time, the Department is assigning the Center for Industrial Promotion and Trade Promotion to assist the People’s Committee of Luc Ngan district to install solar bulbs in the district People’s Committee square. The results and orientations of the province show that the development of solar power in the locality is increasing in both quantity and scale, especially in enterprises. This policy, in the immediate future, has brought about a clear effect, contributing to reducing the pressure, saving costs of developing transmission lines and using clean energy sources. Solve the expired solar battery problem The electricity obtained from the sun is clean energy, but when the solar panels expire, they become garbage, which is very dangerous. According to specialized agencies, the average service life of solar panels ranges from 10 to 20 years, depending on the location and the environment where it is installed. However, the handling of expired panels so far has not had a specific direction. A representative of the leadership of the Department of Industry and Trade – a permanent unit to advise on this content, said that in a written consultation with the Provincial People’s Committee on the development of rooftop power projects, the unit has not yet proposed specific measures for Dispose of the panels when the battery expires. By the end of December 31, 2020, the whole province had 607 customers installing rooftop solar power system, total installed capacity was 15,936.46 kWp. In which, 10 enterprises with a total installed capacity of more than 100 kWp or more, the rest are households and non-business units “. Mr. Nguyen Duc Hoan, Deputy Director of Department of Industry and Trade Discussing this issue with Mr. Nguyen Ba Trinh, an expert from the Department of Environmental Protection (Department of Natural Resources and Environment), it is known that the solar cell when its expiry date is hazardous waste. The disposal of this waste is very difficult, if not handled properly but burying in the wrong regulations, it will pollute the soil and water environment due to generation of heavy metals or toxic emissions. In the event of a fire the battery is capable of harming human health. There is only one unit in the province, Hoa Binh Industrial Waste Treatment and Recycling Joint Stock Company (Yen Dung) that is eligible to handle this type of waste, but the scale of treatment of the enterprise is small. Mr. Trinh also added that, according to Article 68 of the Law on Environmental Protection, the environmental protection responsibilities of owners of production, business and service establishments must “collect, classify, store, treat and dispose of. disposal of solid waste in accordance with the law ”, that is, the investor is responsible for handling the battery when it expires. Therefore, it may be worrisome that, after the expiration of its use term, households dispose of solar panels with domestic waste, do not hire the unit to collect, transport and dispose of it. Unattended authorities. Or the owner of the panel is not able to handle or dispose of the panel into the environment. Thus, solar power development associated with environmental sustainability has not been paid attention. New authorities focus on planning and encouraging expansion to reduce pressure on the national grid without giving specific solutions to handle solar cells when they expire. Some comments said that the functional agencies, especially the Department of Industry and Trade, the standing unit to advise on this content, should soon offer solutions to handle solar batteries after the expiration of use. Hoang Phuong

The event was attended by Ambassador of Israel to Vietnam Nadav Eshcar, Secretary of Hoan Kiem District Party Committee Vu Dang Dinh, Vice Chairman of Hoan Kiem District People’s Committee Nguyen Anh Quan. With events Clean & Green , Israel will launch a solar drip irrigation system for flower plants at the Uncle Co flower garden as a gift to Hanoi city. Drip irrigation is an Israeli invention to save water for crops, bring high efficiency to plant health and reduce emissions of environmental pollution. The irrigation system uses electricity from pre-programmed solar panels and pumping stations. Israeli Ambassador to Vietnam Nadav Eshcar and guests take photos at the event. Israel is a world leader in water conservation, water reuse and smart water use. Offering the city an economical irrigation system affirms Israel’s commitment to support Hanoi in particular and Vietnam in general in environmental protection, creating a green, clean and beautiful society. On the same day at the Uncle Co flower garden, the Embassy of Israel in collaboration with the Central Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union and the non-governmental organization Green Life organized the activity “Redeem paper for trees”. Each resident brings paper, plastic, metal and battery items to the activity to be collected and sorted for recycling, and at the same time receive a decorative stone lotus tree. Activities aimed at raising public awareness and action on recycling. Uncle Co Flower Garden is also a space for biogas technology demonstration and photo exhibition of eco-friendly technologies in Israel. Add some photos of the event:

Inauguration of a model combining agricultural production and solar power. The model will be deployed from May 2020, completed and connected to the grid in December 2020, exploiting electricity from the beginning of 2021. Solar power system with a capacity of 45kwp, installed on an area of ​​400m2, Below is a plant membrane house. Photovoltaic panels are designed with suitable spacing, ensuring the growth of plants. On average, the system produces 103kwh of electricity per day. From January to March 2021, the project has sold more than 4,471kwh of electricity, equivalent to more than VND 22 million. Underneath the panel system, farmers experimentally planted cucumbers. Cucumbers grown in the model had a higher fruiting rate than the outside control field. The fruits were long, beautiful, and the average fruit was harvested more than 30kg per day. Mr. Truong Kien Tho, Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of An Giang province, said that this is the first model of combining agriculture – solar power with a tripartite cooperation between people, businesses and teams. non-profit organizations are conducted in An Giang. The model helps farmers have dual income sources, increases production efficiency in a sustainable direction. The positive test results have proved the suitability and feasibility for replication. Farmers grow cucumbers in a net house, with solar panels above. Delegates visit the model.

Ms. Tran Vu Diem Hang, Green Development Innovation Center, said that the rooftop solar power system is a solar power system with photovoltaic panels installed on the roof of a building, with capacity? exceeding 1 MW, directly or indirectly connected to the electricity grid with a voltage of 35 kV or less of the buyer. Every region in our country has potential for solar power. For example, in Hanoi, the radiation intensity and total radiation are not small, the installation of grid-connected solar power brings high efficiency. The Northwest region also has solar energy potential … So, no matter where you live, people can install rooftop solar PV. For households, rooftop solar power saves electricity costs, reduces the pressure of paying high-tier electricity bills for households using a lot of electricity; increase household income because it is possible to sell excess electricity after it is used to EVN; help protect the roof to cool the roof, especially in the summer … A rooftop solar PV system consists of photovoltaic panels, power converters (inverters) and wires as well as a lightning protection system. Currently, the cost of installing a rooftop solar power system is not too expensive: the current investment price of 01 kWp ranges from 13-18 million VND depending on the size and origin of the equipment. However, in order to install solar power on the roof, people must pay attention to a number of points. First, the area must be large enough for installation. Accordingly, the roof area must be at least 6 – 7 m2 / kWp and 3 kWp should have a roof area of ​​21 square meters. You also need to make sure the roof is sturdy enough to place the mechanical system, the battery plate on top. In addition, the installation space must be ensured that there is no shade obscured by trees or other construction works. In particular, you must test the construction unit’s capabilities. Currently, each unit has its own capabilities, experience and standards leading to very different quality and price. Therefore, people should choose units with good capacity and years of experience. Invite readers to watch the video: Spontaneous gas sales are rampant. Source: VTV24

CyberLandr company in the US has introduced a smart mobile home model for Tesla Cybertruck owners who love to picnic and explore. The price of this product is $ 49,995 and CyberLandr has started taking pre-orders. Meanwhile, Tesla’s electric pickup is expected to be delivered by the end of this year. A special feature of this mobile home model is the ability to stow the Cybertruck cargo box, helping the electric pickup to move easily without affecting the car’s aerodynamics. Upon reaching the campsite, the user can “open” CyberLandr to its full size and use it. According to the manufacturer, CyberLandr has a weight of about 540-620 kg depending on the equipment inside. The power supply for this mini house is a 20 kWh battery that can be charged by the solar panel on the roof. CyberLandr’s battery pack can be used to power Cybertruck when needed. When in full use, CyberLandr has 2 main spaces for living and toilets. The main room of CyberLandr has amenities such as 32 inch TV, satellite Internet connection of Starlink, sink, magnetic kitchen, mini fridge … Here, users can eat, drink, work, rest or entertainment. Two seats on CyberLandr can be arranged into a double bed, enough room for 2 adults to use. CyberLandr’s bathroom is not too spacious but can still serve the basic needs of users with showers, toilets, mirrors … CyberLandr can bring 150 liters of water for daily use.

Solar power is Qatar’s strength

Huge solar power potential

Qatar and the GCC countries have the highest potential for harnessing solar energy, based on the annual amount of sunshine (including hours of sunshine and solar intensity). Not to mention, July, August and September every year is the time when the whole region has the highest amount of electricity consumption, due to the very high demand for air conditioning and also a strong solar irradiation time most of the year.

Therefore, the development of solar power technology is the most promising energy sector for Qatar. In early 2020, Qatar announced it would build a solar power plant with a peak capacity of 800 MW at Al Kharsaah, comprising 2 million two-sided photovoltaic modules (Bifacial technology) combined with tracking equipment. width over 1,000 hectares. Al-Kharsaah solar power plant will be built on 10km2 near the capital Doha, expected to be completed in 2022.

The Al-Kharsaah Solar Power Plant will reach maximum capacity when solar radiation peaks at noon – the time when the demand for electricity is highest during the day. With a two-sided photovoltaic module system incorporating a monitoring device to align the angle of sunlight absorption, the correlation between solar power production and electricity demand will be strengthened.

Total Energy (France) and Marubeni Trade and Investment (Japan) will sponsor the Al-Kharsaah Solar Power Plant Project, with a total investment of about 500 million USD (ie 0, USD 6 / Wp for Bifacial technology with tracker). This figure shows that the solar energy sector is on a constant and relentless trend of cost reduction. With the use of monitoring devices with a two-sided module, the load factor of a solar power plant can exceed 30% – an exceptionally high level in the solar sector, due to the home load factor. Average solar power in the world is only about 20%.

Fresh water is Qatar’s big problem in climate change

Electricity and water – Two main concerns

Solar PV can play a central role in meeting the growing demand for electricity and water in Qatar, as the two sectors are interrelated (large gas thermal power plants can produce water from desalination). However, the demand for water and electricity in summer is very high: Electricity peaks reach about 8 GW, double the capacity in winter; while the water demand is about 20% higher.

It should be noted, in recent years, electricity demand in Qatar has grown three times faster than the world average due to the country’s strong economic growth and infrastructure projects. giant. The high level of electricity consumption is also due to the government price subsidy that makes electricity prices almost “free” in Qatar, suitable for all purposes.

The demand for fresh water in Qatar is growing at a rate of 12% per year, mainly due to industrial development, population growth as well as increased irrigation in the agricultural sector and anti-desertification. Since then, the desalination process has been significantly accelerated, contributing to increased power consumption.

Qatar in the Global Energy Transition Race (Next and Out)

Increase the share of renewable energy

Qatar is implementing a series of measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and assert its position as a leader in the development of new technologies.

Domestically, Qatar aims to increase the share of renewable energy in electricity consumption to 20% from 2024. At the same time, the transformation of energy in Qatar is also the realization of the development of public transport systems. new projects, including electric taxis and compressed natural gas (CNG) buses.

Qatar has established official bodies to deal with climate change (for example the National Committee on Climate Change – the national body responsible for climate policy formulation). Moreover, Qatar has participated in the GHG reduction program of the World Bank (WB) and the Global Association for Reducing Gas Emissions (GGFR). More specifically, Qatar Petroleum National Petroleum Company sets a “zero gas emission” goal by 2030. This goal will help develop new insights for other gas producing regions. Qatar Petroleum is promoting carbon capture and storage projects as it sees customers increasingly opting for low-carbon resources.

Qatar will need to make efforts to invest in low-carbon energy technology, by developing goals for energy efficiency and carbon concentration. Thereby, the challenge of Qatar is the reconciliation of new goals in the fight against climate change with the development of the domestic energy sector, along with new and “cleaner” sectors.

In recent years, electricity demand in Qatar has grown three times faster than the world average due to the country’s strong economic growth and huge infrastructure projects. The high electricity consumption is also due to the government price subsidy that makes electricity prices almost “free” in Qatar.

The project has a total budget of about 68 billion VND from commercial loans and reciprocal capital of EVNCPC. Artwork: Mai Phuong / BNEWS / TTXVN

To meet the need to release capacity for renewable energy sources and create socio-economic development momentum in the northern region of Kon Tum province, Central Power Corporation (EVNCPC) has just implemented the project. Improve transmission capacity of Dak Ha 110kV transmission line – Kon Tum 220kV transformer station.

The project has a total budget of about 68 billion VND from commercial loans and reciprocal capital of EVNCPC.

Accordingly, the 110 kV Dak Ha transmission line – the 20 kV Kon Tum transformer station is the lifeblood, supplying and transmitting electricity to the northern districts of Kon Tum province such as Dak Ha, Dak To, Ngoc Hoi, Dak Glei.

However, with the potential to develop renewable energy sources such as hydroelectricity, wind power, and solar power, Kon Tum has attracted many businesses to invest in renewable energy projects.

This leads to the line’s capacity to carry the load not enough to release capacity, regularly implementing the reduction, causing damage to investors and affecting the local economy.

The project to improve transmission capacity of Dak Ha 110 kV transmission line – 220 kV Kon Tum substation was commenced by Kon Tum Power Company in March 2020, with the scale of new construction of dual-circuit lines from transformer station The 220 kV Kon Tum voltage to the Dak Ha 110 kV transformer station, more than 14 km in length, was newly built, replacing the entire old line with insufficient capacity with galvanized steel poles, using ACSR-300/39 conductors and the modern dual-circuit 110 kV line connection.

Currently, the project has been completed and energized by Kon Tum Power Company and put into use in March 2021. The completion and putting into operation of the project is very important in promoting the socio-economic development of the locality, contributing to ensuring energy security, improving electricity supply reliability and reducing losses. power failure in the northern districts of Kon Tum province.

Mr. Hoang Danh Chuyen’s family (village 1, Ha Mon commune, Dak Ha district) currently uses 1 transformer station to cultivate more than 17 hectares of coffee, fruit trees and fish ponds.

“When the line has not been upgraded yet, the current often flickers, sometimes power outages, so it is difficult for the family to focus on production. Now, the upgraded power line has helped to stabilize the power source, so irrigation with electric pumps is more convenient and economical. ”, Mr. Hoang Danh Chuyen shared.

In June 2020, Ngoc Wang Electricity Investment Joint Stock Company invested in building a roof-top solar power project on an area of ​​more than 8,000 m2, in Dak Ha district, with a total investment of 15 billion VND / MW. .

However, the capacity of the 110 kV Dak Ha transmission line is limited, so the company’s revenue is only 180 million dong / month.

Mr. Nguyen Manh Hung, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ngoc Wang Electricity Investment Joint Stock Company shared, when the 110 kV Dak Ha line was invested and upgraded, the electricity system was transferred smoothly, no an overload occurs; from there, helping the company’s revenue to reach more than 300 million / month.

Through the project to improve the capacity of the 110 kV transmission line Dak Ha – the 220 kV Kon Tum transformer station, nearly 20 small and medium hydropower plants and more than 80 rooftop solar power projects using power lines have been guaranteed. Electricity supply protection and capacity transmission to the national power system.

Deputy Director of Kon Tum Electricity Company Nguyen Thanh Phuong said that the project has helped increase safety in operation and release capacity for hydropower and solar power plants in the region with a capacity of about 240. MW; at the same time, to be able to release the capacity of regional electricity development planning in the coming time, while ensuring electricity supply to meet the needs of socio-economic development, security and national defense in the region. Central – Central Highlands in general and Kon Tum province in particular./.