Sineng Electric Supplies Energy Storage Solution to North Africa’s First Utility-Scale Energy Storage Project

Tigo Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: TYGO) (“Tigo”), a leading provider of intelligent solar and energy software solutions, announced that Zerun Co., LTD., a new energy high-tech enterprise specializing in intelligent photovoltaic deployments, has licensed Tigo rapid shutdown technology for its module-level products. Under the agreement, Zerun products are authorized to use technologies described in many Tigo patents related to rapid shutdown.

Tigo is a leader in rapid shutdown technology and Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE), with more than one hundred fifty (150) patents granted or pending, actively licenses its patented technology to other solar equipment manufacturers, and has prevailed in multiple patent disputes. Tigo rapid shutdown technology is compliant with UL 1741, the Standard for Safety for Inverters, Converters, Controllers, and Interconnection System Equipment for Use With Distributed Energy Resources, IEC 63257, and rapid shutdown requirements of the U.S. National Electric Code (NEC). Millions of Tigo MLPE products are installed worldwide, providing optimized, monitored, and safe solar to protect critical solar energy infrastructure and deliver consistent ROI for the lifetime of renewable energy systems.

“We welcome Zerun to the growing group of forward-thinking companies that recognize the importance of innovation and safety in the solar industry,” said Zvi Alon, chairman and CEO at Tigo. “This licensing agreement reinforces our commitment to advancing solar energy with cutting-edge solutions that prioritize safety, reliability, and performance. We look forward to expanding the reach of our patented technologies, driving progress, and creating greater value for solar installers and system owners worldwide.”

Tigo Energy | www.tigoenergy.com

In a monumental achievement for sustainable homebuilding, Jayman BUILT (Jayman) and SkyFire Energy Inc. (SkyFire Energy) have reached a cumulative 10 MegaWatts (MW) of installed solar power across nearly 60 communities in Alberta. Since launching new home solar installations in 2018, there have been 28,262 solar modules installed on 3,964 Jayman homes, generating enough clean energy each year to run 14.7 million loads of laundry or drive an electric car around the Earth 1,830 times.

“In partnership with SkyFire Energy, we are proud to reach this significant milestone in residential solar power installation. As one of the first builders in Canada to include 10 solar panels as a standard feature in every home, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for Albertans—today and in the future,” states Dave Hooge, Chief Operating Officer, Jayman.

“Our dedication to sustainability is ingrained in our culture, we strive to stay ahead of the curve as the industry shifts toward more rigorous building codes and policies focused on environmental responsibility,” continues Hooge. “By embracing solar technology now, we ensure we're at the forefront of this change. Most importantly, our customers expect it. What was once considered a luxury quickly became a standard inclusion, much like a fridge or a furnace—essential, expected and increasingly common. We’re excited to continue leading the way in making sustainable living the new normal for all Albertans.”

SkyFire Energy has been instrumental in supporting Jayman’s sustainability journey, bringing more than two decades of solar expertise to the partnership. By integrating solar power with Jayman’s high-efficiency building practices, the companies have enabled thousands of Albertans to embrace renewable energy, lowering carbon emissions and utility bills, while adding value to each home.

“Partnering with Jayman to make solar energy accessible to thousands of homeowners exemplifies the power of collaboration in driving meaningful environmental and community impact,” said David Vonesch, CEO of SkyFire Energy. “As an employee-owned Certified B Corporation, we are especially proud to reach this 10 MW milestone with Jayman, a North American leader in sustainable homebuilding. This partnership demonstrates how two forward-thinking companies can build sustainable communities that offer immediate savings to homeowners, while also growing a cleaner, Net Zero future for Alberta.”

Jayman is the only home builder in Alberta to include solar panels as a standard inclusion on all new homes. This 10 MW milestone showcases Jayman and SkyFire Energy's commitment to advancing large-scale sustainable building practices, setting a benchmark for renewable energy-powered communities, and long-term sustainability in Alberta's homebuilding industry.

Jayman BUILT | www.jayman.com

SkyFire Energy I https://skyfireenergy.com/

On.Energy, one of North America’s fastest growing power asset owners and proven end-to-end integrator of battery energy storage projects, announced it has closed construction credit facilities provided by Pathward, N.A. (“Pathward”) and BridgePeak Energy Capital (“BridgePeak”) to build its 160 MWh Palo de Agua battery storage portfolio across the state of Texas. This new financing will allow On.Energy to accelerate its U.S. business growth, which already includes 80 MWh of operational assets in Houston and a combined 2 GWh+ of battery energy storage scheduled for activation by 2028 across California, Texas and Mexico.

The On.Energy deal team is led by Alan Cooper, CEO, and includes David Fernandes, Chief Financial Officer; Kevin Rooney, Vice President of Structured Finance; and Alberto Avila, Vice President of Corporate Finance.

“In less than 12 months, we have managed to structure Project Finance credit solutions for more than 240 MWh, deploying critical infrastructure to one of the country’s most volatile power markets,” said Cooper. “This follow-on to the currently operating Palo Verde portfolio triples our installed and in-construction asset base across the United States. Taken together with a doubling of our integration revenues from 2023 to 2024, we couldn’t be more excited about the dynamic capital asset platform we have created. None of this would be possible without these best-in-class partners: Pathward and BridgePeak.”

“Texas reached a milestone in 2024, marking the first time that solar power generated more electricity than coal in the state, according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis. As Texas continues its prolific energy transition, On.Energy is providing the solutions to ensure grid reliance and resilience,” said Christopher Soupal, Pathward Divisional President and Revenue Lending Officer. “Pathward’s multi-project construction facility with On.Energy is another example of our commitment to the U.S. renewable energy sector, and we are proud to be their lending partner.”

“We continue to identify and partner with the best-in-class developers and Independent Power Producers in each technology and sub-market across the U.S.,” said Shawn Andrews, CEO of BridgePeak. “The facility with On.Energy, and the pipeline of follow-on projects, highlights the effectiveness of our approach to developing deep relationships with the companies changing the energy sector.”

On.Energy | www.on.energy

Pathward | https://www.pathward.com/

BridgePeak Energy Capital | https://www.bridgepeak.com/

EthosEnergy, a global independent service provider focusing on rotating equipment for customers in the power generation, energy, industrial, aerospace, and defense markets, has successfully enhanced its data management and business continuity with the Nasuni File Data Platform. The hybrid cloud storage solution has become part of EthosEnergy's strategy for scalability, security, and resilience in the face of unpredictable challenges like natural disasters.

As a company with operations worldwide, EthosEnergy needed a robust backup solution to reduce risks and minimize any potential business interruptions.

"We asked ourselves, do we have an immutable offline backup? Our answer was no, and we realized that would impact our business continuity," said a spokesperson at EthosEnergy. "We did our research, and Nasuni came highly recommended by others in our industry. We brought them in to support us with secure, scalable file storage plus added ransomware protection. We can now confidently say that Nasuni helps us embrace speed and quality, which are essential to standing out in our industry."

According to ITIC's 2024 Hourly Cost of Downtime survey, downtime costs can reach approximately $300,000 per hour for most businesses and exceed $1 million per hour for 44% of midsize and large businesses. Nasuni's platform provides a cloud-native alternative to traditional network-attached storage (NAS), offering effortless scalability, built-in security, and fast performance through partnerships with major object storage providers like Amazon S3, Azure Blob, and Google Cloud. Its ransomware protection capabilities further ensure real-time detection, rapid mitigation, and swift recovery.

Nasuni also played a surprisingly crucial role during Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which left EthosEnergy's South Carolina and Florida facilities and local servers without power for more than a week. The storm damage was extensive, but many employees were ready to return to work remotely. With Nasuni, the company was back up and running quickly, ensuring data accessibility for essential operations like month-end closing. Now, EthosEnergy has gained the business continuity and flexibility to restore data among any circumstance and enhance collaboration across its global workforce.

"EthosEnergy's ability to consolidate file data into the cloud has empowered their teams to securely access critical information from anywhere, streamlining operations and enhancing their focus on delivering exceptional results to clients," said Jason DePardo, VP of Global Services & Support at Nasuni. "Their success underscores how hybrid cloud infrastructure can revolutionize the energy sector—not just in terms of storage, but by driving resilience, agility, and overall productivity."

Nasuni | www.nasuni.com

EthosEnergy | https://ethosenergy.com/

Premier Truck Rental (PTR) is thrilled to announce exciting operations leadership updates that mark a new chapter in the company’s growth. Dustin Hames joins the team as Vice President of Fleet, Jason Bird has been promoted to Vice President of Operations, and Rich Krause joins as General Manager of the Fort Wayne facility.

Jason Bird and Rich Krause

Dustin Hames brings over 23 years of fleet operations experience to his new role as Vice President of Fleet. Hames will oversee fleet management and equipment coordination, focusing on streamlining operations, enhancing reliability, and building strong industry partnerships to ensure PTR continues delivering high-quality solutions to its customers.

Jason Bird has been promoted to Vice President of Operations. Since joining PTR in April 2024, Bird has been instrumental in driving operational excellence, leading key initiatives such as the company-wide 5S program, which optimized efficiency, safety, and organization across the organization.

Stepping into Jason Bird’s previous role, Rich Krause joins PTR as General Manager of the Fort Wayne facility. Rich will oversee day-to-day operations, drive growth within the Indiana team, and ensure exceptional service for PTR’s customers nationwide.

“Dustin’s expertise in fleet management and passion for service excellence will be invaluable as we expand and improve operational efficiencies,” said Jason Gold, COO. “We are equally excited to promote Jason Bird to VP of Operations and welcome Rich Krause as General Manager. Together, these leaders will help us continue to evolve and transform our operations.”

These leadership updates reaffirm PTR’s commitment to operational excellence and delivering exceptional service to customers across the nation. With Dustin Hames, Jason Bird, and Rich Krause in these pivotal roles, PTR is poised for continued growth and leadership in the fleet rental industry.

Premier Truck Rental | https://rentptr.com/

Electrolyzer manufacturer Quest One has started construction of a demonstration plant for its Modular Hydrogen Platform (MHP) PEM electrolyzer in Augsburg, Germany. The electrolyzer will be installed in a test stand at the Turbocharger Performance Center (TPC) on the Augsburg site of MAN Energy Solutions (MAN ES), where it will generate data in test operation for continuous optimization. With the demonstration plant, Quest One is turning large electrolyzers into a tangible experience. Operational constraints often mean that these plants cannot be viewed while they are in use at customers' sites. The joint project aims to change this: From mid-2025, it will be possible for potential customers as well as for project developers and EPCs to visit the demonstration plant. This will give them valuable insights into the construction phases, dimensions, inner workings and infrastructure.

A second objective of the joint project with MAN Energy Solutions is to continuously optimize the scale of PEM electrolyzers on the base of field data and to further refine both the system operation as well as the installation and service concept.

“It is essential to have industrial-scale electrolyzers to meet the huge demand for green hydrogen in the future. With our new hydrogen demonstration plant we will show that the technology for industrial-scale hydrogen production already exists. In particular, our PEM electrolysis technology is perfectly suited for use with renewable energy sources and stands out with a high hydrogen quality. Prospects can now experience these advantages at our demonstration plant,” says Jürgen Klöpffer, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Quest One and member of the Executive Board of MAN Energy Solutions.

“Our MHP is an essential building block for decarbonizing of the industrial sector. The scalable system can be flexibly adapted to increasing hydrogen demands as the industry ramps up. The demonstration plant is an important means for us to further optimize the performance and operating parameters of the MHP. This will ensure that our products continue to produce green hydrogen in a reliable and efficient way in the future,” explains Michael Meister, COO at Quest One.

Joint project implementation

The project underlines the joint efforts of Quest One and MAN Energy Solutions to make green hydrogen a reliable fuel for the decarbonization of the industry. Through the jointly operated test stand, both partners are further expanding their knowledge and skills in the construction, project management, operation and maintenance of large-scale industrial electrolyzers. Quest One is thus also taking a further step in scaling up its own product portfolio for projects ranging from ten to several hundred megawatts of electrolysis capacity. Continuously increasing electrolysis capacity is an important prerequisite for the company's goal of avoiding up to one percent of global greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through the implementation of its products.

Construction started at the end of 2024 with the installation of the freshwater treatment. The plant will be assembled over the course of 2025, so test operations can start by the beginning of 2026. Potential business partners will be able to already gain insights into the construction phase and visit the plant onsite in Augsburg in 2025.

Industrial-Scale hydrogen production

The MHP is currently the largest PEM electrolyzer in Quest One's product portfolio. Its scalable modular system makes it particularly suitable for industrial production of green hydrogen. Module blocks with an output of 10 megawatts can be expanded and combined to create plants with an electrolysis capacity from 10 to several hundred megawatts. The system is optimized for easy indoor installation on preassembled skids. Each 10-megawatt block is equipped with integrated process water treatment and an electrical power supply.

Funding under the PEP.IN program

The development of the demonstration plant is being funded as part of the PEP.IN research project, a sub-project of the H2Giga hydrogen lighthouse project of the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). PEP.IN is exploring new processes for the series production of PEM electrolyzers. It looks at the entire value chain from stack production to final assembly. The aim is to make green hydrogen affordable and competitive. The scope of funding particularly covers feasibility and viability studies as well as the planning of the necessary infrastructure.

Quest One | www.questone.com

As hailstorms become increasingly frequent and severe, utility-scale solar farms face significant risks of damage and downtime. KISTERS, a global leader in environmental data solutions, addresses this critical challenge with HailSens IoT, a proven hail monitoring system offering real-time measurements and post-event analysis to provide solar operators with actionable insights. 

From 'nice-to-have' to 'must-have,' HailSens IoT delivers unmatched accuracy in hail impact analysis, essential for solar farms in hail-prone regions." 

HailSens IoT hail monitoring system 

HailSens IoT: The foundation of smart hail monitoring. HailSens IoT equips solar farm operators with hyper-local, real-time data on hail events. This advanced system delivers: 

• Real-time hail impact data: Precise details on hailstone size, intensity, and distribution. 
• Accurate post-event analysis: Comprehensive records to assess damage and prioritize repairs. 
• Streamlined insurance claims: Ground-truth data supports faster, more transparent claims processing. 
• Seamless integration: Plug-and-play compatibility with existing systems ensures smooth adoption. 
• Customized Heartbeat alerts: Near real-time updates on sensor and network health via KISTERS Datasphere, reducing disruptions. 

“HailSens IoT is more than a sensor; it’s a trusted tool that enables solar operators to make informed decisions with confidence,” said Edgar Wetzel, Global Head of Instrumentation at 

KISTERS. “With decades of expertise in environmental data, KISTERS is delivering solutions that enhance resilience and operational efficiency for the solar industry.” 

A glimpse into the next level HailSens360. Building on the robust capabilities of HailSens IoT, KISTERS also offers HailSens360, a total hail mitigation solution. Combining real-time hail data with advanced forecasting and proprietary nowcasting capabilities, HailSens360 synthesizes 48- hour forecast data, updates nowcast predictions every 6 minutes, and delivers comprehensive post-event analysis. A key feature of HailSens360 is its extensive alarming system, which provides timely alerts to operators when severe hail is forecasted or imminent. This empowers solar farm managers to take preemptive action, such as moving panels into stow positions, significantly reducing potential damage. By enabling operators to prepare before storms hit, respond effectively during severe weather, and analyze impacts post-event, HailSens360 delivers unparalleled support for safeguarding solar assets and enhancing operational resilience. 

“HailSens360 takes hail monitoring to the next level, delivering not only real-time insights but also predictive data that empowers operators to act with precision before, during, and after storms,” said Johan Jaques, KISTERS Chief Meteorologist and HailSens360 solution owner. 

Driving solar resilience forward. Together, HailSens IoT and HailSens360 represent a paradigm shift in how the solar industry approaches hail risk. These systems provide solar developers with the tools to mitigate downtime, streamline claims, and improve operational resilience, solidifying KISTERS’ role as a trusted partner in advancing renewable energy. 

For more information about HailSens IoT and a preview of HailSens360, visit https://www.kisters.net/hailsens-iot/ or schedule a consultation with our experts today. 

KISTERS | https://www.kisters.net