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Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced the expansion of the EcoCare service plan to provide new levels of customer support with EcoCare Advanced+. The most comprehensive service tier in the EcoCare portfolio, EcoCare Advanced+ for Electrical Distribution introduces true condition-based maintenance capabilities, including 24/7 remote monitoring, AI-driven insights, and proactive service.
EcoCare Advanced+ for Electrical Distribution allows subscribers to move from more reactive to proactive maintenance strategies, supporting safer, more efficient, and sustainable operations. Maintenance strategies can now be tailored to the specific needs of the subscriber's operation, optimizing equipment lifecycles to increase uptime and extend asset lifespan, while reducing their overall maintenance costs.
"This enhanced tier builds on the foundation of EcoCare and reflects our broader strategy of how we unlock the full potential of our customers' electrical infrastructure – in a way only Schneider Electric can," said Jerome Soltani, Senior Vice President, Services, Schneider Electric. "EcoCare Advanced+ for Electrical Distribution represents the future of customer support. It is a clear example of how we continue to deliver on our promise of empowering businesses to operate smarter, safer, and more sustainably."
EcoCare offers next-level support for electrical distribution equipment by providing priority access to services experts, on-site or remotely, combined with advanced analytics and AI, starting from the very first day of installation of low and medium voltage assets. The result is improved electrical distribution equipment's performance, safety, reduced downtime, and optimized maintenance strategy.
EcoCare Advanced+ for Electrical Distribution offers a distinctive level of service, emphasizing expedited, priority access to service experts and benefits:
EcoCare offers a range of support levels and features
The EcoCare service plan from Schneider Electric offers three distinct membership levels to meet the needs of our growing subscription base, allowing members to optimize their support as their operations become more complex:
Schneider Electric | https://www.se.com/us/en/work/services/assets-and-systems-services/ecocare
Hitachi America, Ltd. ("Hitachi America"), announced a series of significant investments and strategic initiatives across the United States, reinforcing its long-term commitment to driving innovation, strengthening critical infrastructure and creating high-value jobs. These milestones, all unveiled in September, span advanced manufacturing, power grid infrastructure, and digital solutions, which are tangible proof of Hitachi's strategy to leverage its global expertise to solve local challenges and contribute directly to U.S. economic growth.
"These investments represent True One Hitachi, bringing together the Group's vast combined expertise aligned to a shared vision," said Toshiaki Tokunaga, President & CEO of Hitachi, Ltd. "With digital technologies at the core of our business, we are delivering comprehensive solutions that solve significant societal problems. By investing in the United States, we are strengthening local economies while accelerating innovation."
Reinforcing the company's commitment to the American economy through long-term investment and job creation, these initiatives are central to Hitachi's global vision and its "Inspire 2027" management plan. This strategy envisions a harmonized society where environment, well-being, and economic growth coexist in balance. By leveraging its advanced solutions and domain expertise in energy, mobility, industrial, and digital sectors—Hitachi is committed to building a more sustainable, resilient, and prosperous future while addressing some of society's most pressing challenges.
"Incorporated in the U.S. since 1959, Hitachi has been contributing to the economic, cultural, and innovation fabric in the U.S. while growing our business in the region," said Shashank Samant, Executive Chairman of Hitachi Americas. "We are thrilled about our shared success, and we are committed to building on this momentum in the U.S., working hand-in-hand with our public and private sector partners and clients — to build a more prosperous, sustainable future together."
"Hitachi was founded on the principle of contributing to society through technology, and our growing presence in the United States is a modern expression of that core mission," said Yasuhiro Takeuchi, CEO of Hitachi Americas. "The U.S. is one of our most important markets, not just for its size, but for its spirit of innovation. By investing in local manufacturing and empowering a skilled American workforce, we are building the future of energy, mobility and industry, ultimately improving everyday lives."
This commitment is demonstrated by a series of significant announcements and milestones this week:
Hitachi America | https://www.hitachi.us/
Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, opened U.S. pre-orders for its next-generation electric vehicle (EV) charger, the IQ EV Charger 2. The new smart charger is designed to work seamlessly with Enphase solar and battery systems or as a powerful standalone charger. With advanced energy management features, the charger can support increased solar self-consumption, lower energy costs, and offer a smart, efficient EV charging experience.
The key features for the IQ EV Charger 2 include:
“The IQ EV Charger 2 gives homeowners a smarter, more flexible way to manage EV charging,” said Jayant Somani, senior vice president and general manager of the digital business unit at Enphase Energy. “Whether it’s pairing with solar for green charging or optimizing for the lowest electricity rates, this charger puts customers in control of their energy.”
Built for durability, the UL-certified enclosure is designed to withstand everything from harsh winters to hot summers. It comes in a sleek black design that blends premium aesthetics with rugged performance, making it as stylish as it is reliable. For businesses, the charger integrates with charge point operators and energy management service providers through OCPP and local Modbus. The IQ EV Charger 2 comes with a five-year limited warranty and 24/7 customer support.
Enphase is showcasing the IQ EV Charger 2 at RE+ 2025, taking place September 8 - 11, 2025, at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. Attendees can see the product and meet with the Enphase team at Booth F17702 inside Caesars Forum.
Earlier this year, Enphase launched the IQ EV Charger 2 across 14 European countries, Australia, and New Zealand. U.S. customers can place pre-orders starting today, with production shipments expected to begin by November 2025.
Enphase Energy | https://investor.enphase.com
LF Energy, the open source foundation accelerating the energy transition, welcomes five new members from leading technology and energy companies. New general members include EcoFlow, Hitachi, and Red Hat and associate members include INESC TEC and Energy IoT Open Source. The Foundation also experienced a wave of momentum; including a major security audit for PowSyBl, an updated report on the impact of open source on vertical industries including energy, and new feature releases across several open source LF Energy projects. Together, these developments reflect a deepening of LF Energy’s role in delivering secure, interoperable and globally recognized open source infrastructure for the energy sector.
“The momentum we are seeing at LF Energy underscores the important role for open technical collaboration to play in the digital energy transition. With new members joining, critical security audits completed, and increasing contributions to open source projects, our community is proving that collaboration can deliver the secure, interoperable, and innovative digital infrastructure the energy sector urgently needs. Together, we are building the digital infrastructure to deliver affordable, safe, reliable and clean energy.” – Alex Thornton, Executive Director, LF Energy
Strengthening the Foundation: PowSyBl Security Audit
LF Energy published a comprehensive security audit for PowSyBl, conducted by Ada Logics and coordinated by OSTIF (Open Source Technology Improvement Fund), reinforcing the project's suitability for real-world deployment. Over a five-week period (March-April 2025), the audit included threat modeling, manual review of 13 repositories, and integration of over 50 API fuzz tests into Google’s OSS-Fuzz. Nine issues were identified and resolved, such as: three of moderate severity (including Polynomial ReDoS, XXE/SSRF, and insecure deserialization) and six low-severity validation and error-handling concerns – enhancing PowSyBl’s resilience. Ongoing security testing is now in place through OSS-Fuzz integration.
Updated Report Explores Impact of Open Source on Vertical Industries Including Energy
“Software-Defined Vertical Industries: Transformation Through Open Source”, sponsored by LF Energy and LF Networking, analyzes how vertical industries have become increasingly software-defined thanks to open source technologies. The report serves as a guide for how industries – including energy – that are still in the early stages of digital transformation can accelerate their progress and increase innovation by adopting and contributing to open source.
Project Updates and Feature Releases
Upcoming LF Energy Events
LF Energy Summit North America takes place October 3 in Montreal, providing opportunities for collaboration and innovation. Additionally, LF Energy is partnering with the TODO Group to co-host OSPOlogy Live Lyon from November 5-6, advancing discussions on open source program office strategies across industries.
Supporting Quotes
“Joining LF Energy allows us to bring EcoFlow’s advanced energy solutions to the open-source community, sharing technologies that make energy independence achievable for every household,” said Edison Tuo, Director of AIoT at EcoFlow. “Through this collaboration, we aim to accelerate the development of scalable, decarbonized energy systems and continue our mission to power a new world.”
“We are excited to collaborate with LF Energy to advance secure AI capabilities and OSPO best practices in the energy sector while fostering synergies with other LF initiatives such as CNCF and the TODO Group,” said Yuichi Nakamura, Head of OSPO, Hitachi, Ltd.
"Red Hat is proud to join LF Energy to accelerate the modernization of the world's power grids through open source innovation,” said Kelly Switt, Head of Industrial Business Red Hat. “We believe the challenges of decarbonization and grid stability require a collaborative, open approach to technology, and we are committed to bringing our expertise to the forefront of this effort."
“Open source is core for INESC TEC’s mission to accelerate research and innovation in sustainable energy systems,” said Alexandre Lucas of INESC TEC. “We actively contribute software that enables researchers, operators, and industry to experiment, prototype, and deploy digital solutions with trust and transparency. At INESC TEC we believe that open source research shortens the time between development and practical application, creates adoption volume, reduce reliance on proprietary solutions, while at the same time we mature a collective vision with our partners. Joining LF Energy strengthens our commitment to building secure, interoperable, and community-driven tools that power the energy transition worldwide.”
"Energy IoT is excited to partner with LF Energy, as this collaboration directly accelerates our mission to deliver scalable, resilient, and equitable microgrid solutions,” said Arila Barnes, Founder & CEO of Energy IoT Open Source. “We bridge what LF Energy and others like enAccess offer in this space to bring hands-on experience and continuity to the local communities via LFX Mentorships and Open Source labs."
LF Energy | https://www.lfenergy.org
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RTS Wind Group, a leading global service provider in onshore and offshore wind energy, has appointed Phil Heathcock as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Based at the Group’s UK headquarters in Middlesbrough, Heathcock will oversee RTS Wind Group’s global financial organisation; supporting the company's continued international expansion. Heathcock brings more than 30 years of financial leadership experience across industries including engineering and infrastructure, alongside 15 years within the renewable energy sector. He has a proven track record of guiding organisations through periods of rapid expansion and transformation, successfully managing complex international operations and delivering strong financial performance.
Phil Heathcock commented: “I am thrilled to join RTS Wind Group at such an exciting time in its growth journey. The potential in both onshore and offshore wind is enormous, and I look forward to working with our brilliant teams around the world to drive sustainable expansion and deliver ever‑greater value for our clients and stakeholders.”
RTS Wind Group provides full turnkey solutions for the onshore and offshore wind industry covering operations and maintenance, blade inspection and repair, installation, training and a suite of high voltage services. These services are supported through its 24/7 global control centres.
Operating in 44 countries across five continents, RTS Wind Group partners with leading renewable energy developers and OEMs to deliver safe, reliable and efficient solutions that accelerate the shift to clean energy worldwide.
RTS | www.rts-wind.com
Norvento TECHnPower, the technology brand of Norvento, a Galician company with more than 40 years of experience across the entire renewable energy value chain, is presenting nXL, its new range of high-power bidirectional converters designed for large-scale applications.
The nXL family of equipment represents a cutting-edge technological leap forward, offering the highest power and the most compact range of converters worldwide in the renewable and industrial sectors, reaching 622 kVA/mÑ and providing up to 9MVA in 20 feet, including MV cell and power transformer.
These innovative converters, designed and manufactured by Norvento TECHnPower in Spain, can operate both in grid-connected (on-grid) systems and in isolated (off-grid) environments, and switch seamlessly between different operating modes: voltage and frequency support through gridforming and black start. Their compact design, high efficiency and adaptability make the nXL family of converters the ideal choice for large scale projects seeking to optimise the use of renewable energy and energy storage.
Multipurpose vocation
The nXL range has been designed as a multipurpose solution to facilitate the integration of different energy technologies. With the ability to be assembled on a 20-foot skid and it is compatible with solar photovoltaic plants, battery energy storage systems (BESS), green hydrogen electrolysers, port infrastructure applications (OPS) or railway catenaries, as well as systems requiring grid control via STATCOM or active filters.
Its technical features include ultra-low harmonic content (THDi <1%), a DC/AC ratio of up to 200% without modification and an innovative sealed cooling system designed entirely by Norvento TECHnPower and unique in the market, resistant to any adversity. This system combines liquid cooling for the main components of the converter with internal cold air recirculation, without air exchange with the outside, ensuring stable operation even in extreme climates. Thanks to this design, an IP65 protection rating is achieved throughout the converter system, protecting key components and keeping the interior isolated from adverse environmental conditions.
The nXL family also incorporates advanced control and predictive maintenance algorithms based on artificial intelligence. Furthermore, by eliminating all air filters, the new units require minimal maintenance and repair.
Ideal for data centres and extreme environments
One of the sectors where this technology is particularly relevant is data centres, where energy continuity and stability are critical. Norvento TECHnPower's nXL converters offer a secure and adaptable energy source, with direct integration with batteries to cover demand peaks or possible outages, ensuring a continuous energy supply.
Furthermore, thanks to its sealed cooling system, the nXL family of converters is suitable for desert areas, highly corrosive areas near the sea or with extreme temperatures, and even areas with conductive particles in the air, such as mines and volcanic regions.
New brand, new challenges
The launch of the nXL range marks the beginning of a new era, highlighted by the launch of Norvento TECHnPower, Norvento's new technology brand, which also represents a significant technological advancement in equipment designed for large-scale applications. Norvento TECHnPower brings together the most advanced solutions for energy generation, intelligent management
and storage. This brand was created with a clear vision: to accelerate decarbonisation providing an exclusive, certified, and flexible technology for a renewable energy model.
Norvento TECHnPower represents a natural evolution in Norvento's trajectory, consolidating its more than 40 years in the renewable energy sector and a team with more than 20 years of experience in power electronics, while adapting to the new needs of the market. With this initiative, Norvento is not only supporting the energy transition, but also driving it forward, offering cutting-edge solutions to move towards a cleaner, more efficient and autonomous system.
The nXL converter family will be manufactured at neFO, the pioneering selfsufficient, carbon-neutral factory that Norvento is building in Lugo. Once operational, this facility will produce all Norvento TECHnPower equipment and serve as a practical demonstration of Norvento's sustainability principles. It is estimated that this plant will prevent an annual emission of 187,000 tonnes of CO₂.
“At Norvento, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our new nXL converter family, an achievement that brings together all the knowledge and expertise of Norvento, which has over 40 years of experience in the industry and 15 years as a manufacturer. With the nXL range, we have developed a family of bidirectional converters that combine the highest power density on the market with multipurpose capability. These devices can operate in both networks and isolated environments, and switch seamlessly between different operating modes, allowing them to adapt to a wide variety of applications: from photovoltaic plants and BESS systems to hydrogen electrolysers, data centres and port infrastructure. All this with a compact, resistant design suitable for extreme environments, designed and manufactured entirely in Spain," said Álvar Mayor Miguel, Innovation Director at Norvento TECHnPower.
Norvento | https://www.norvento.com/en/power-converters-nxl/
Stardust Solar Energy Inc. (TSXV: SUN) (OTCQB: SUNXF) (FSE: 6330) announced that it secured approximately $1 million in new signed customer contracts during August 2025, increasing the Company's total signed contract backlog to approximately $3.5 million as of September 1, 2025.
The August additions reflect sustained demand for rooftop solar and battery energy storage solutions across Stardust Solar's North American footprint of 97 territories. The Company's training-driven operating model and standardized project execution continue to support efficient market expansion and customer adoption.
"Adding $1 million to our signed solar project backlog in a single month highlights the strong and sustained demand we are seeing from both homeowners and small businesses," said Mark Tadros, Founder & Chief Executive Officer. "The combination of residential, commercial, and storage projects secured in August reflects broad-based momentum. With installation calendars filling and crews scheduled, we believe we are well positioned for a strong finish to the third quarter and continued progress into the fourth."
The August additions comprise a diverse mix of signed customer contracts that are scheduled primarily for completion during the second half of 2025, with timing influenced by permitting and utility interconnection. The Company's centralized engineering resources, standardized plan sets, and project management support continue to deliver consistent quality and throughput for residential and commercial projects, while rising storage attachment rates are increasing both average project value and customer resilience.
For clarity, the Company defines solar project backlog as the aggregate value of signed customer contracts across company-owned and franchised operations that have not yet been recognized as revenue. This operational measure is intended to provide investors with visibility into near-term installation activity. It is not a measure of revenue or earnings, and conversion is dependent on factors such as municipal permitting, utility interconnection timelines, supply chain logistics, and customer scheduling.
Management expects to convert a meaningful portion of both August additions and previously signed work by quarter end, while maintaining disciplined pricing and scheduling practices to support customer experience and cash flow. The Company will continue to expand its market reach through franchise development, installer and sales training, and targeted local marketing across solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging solutions.
Stardust Solar | www.stardustsolar.com
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