Sigenergy Enters Utility-Scale Market with 506kW Inverter, Delivering Optimized LCOE and Lifecycle Value

SHANGHAI, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following the commissioning of its 136,000-square-meter Smart Energy Center, Sigenergy has officially launched its inaugural utility-scale PV inverter. By integrating high-density hardware with millisecond-level control algorithms and AI-driven analytics, the solution addresses the industry’s shift toward simplified system architectures and granular management for large-scale projects.

 

Ultimate LCOE: Redefining System-Level Efficiency

Sigenergy’s utility solution leverages Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs to optimize thermal management and power conversion efficiency. Delivering a maximum output of 506kW, the unit enables a structural reduction in the number of inverters required per site, streamlining overall project scale.

  • Cost Optimization: The platform supports a 1000V AC output, which lowers current levels and significantly reduces cabling expenses compared to traditional 800V systems. For 9.2MW block configurations, this design slashes BOS and installation costs by over 10% while simplifying field execution.
  • Maximum Energy Harvest: While traditional high-power solutions often force a single MPPT to manage over 600 panels , Sigenergy’s 18 MPPT Design ensures each channel manages only approximately 60 panels (two strings per MPPT). This granular control minimizes mismatch losses from shading or varying orientations, increasing annual energy yield by 1.5% to 2%.
Safe & Reliable: Proactive Protection in Extreme Environments

Safety is the cornerstone of the Sigenergy platform, which utilizes a comprehensive protection suite to safeguard every critical electrical node.

  • Comprehensive Safeguards: The system features utility-grade AFCI technology with an industry-leading 500m detection distance for rapid arc-fault and fire risk identification. Enhanced safety features also include on-board terminal temperature monitoring, reverse polarity protection, and Type I+II DC-side lightning protection to ensure maximum plant uptime and prevent reverse current damage.
  • Industrial-Grade Durability & Thermal Mastery: To ensure 25-year operational reliability, the inverter features an IP66 rating and C5-H anti-corrosion coating for long-term stability in harsh coastal or industrial environments. Internal thermal management is driven by directed airflow to eliminate interference, paired with zigzag heat exchange technology to maintain peak performance under high-load conditions.
Optimized O&M: 15x Faster Troubleshooting

Sigenergy transforms maintenance from a reactive task to a prescriptive strategy through the integration of intelligent hardware and software.

  • Precision Diagnostics: By refining control to just two strings per MPPT, the system isolates faults instantly, making troubleshooting 15 times faster than traditional systems where one MPPT manages dozens of strings.
  • Millisecond-Level Intelligence: The proprietary MPPT algorithm utilizes multi-factor prediction to adjust at the millisecond level, ensuring the system remains locked onto the highest possible output during rapid weather fluctuations.
  • Rapid Scanning: During partial shading events, the multi-peak scanning identifies the true global maximum in just 10 seconds—up to 6 times faster than the 40–60 seconds required by conventional solutions.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Engineering for Sustainability

Embracing a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) philosophy, Sigenergy optimizes value throughout the project’s lifespan. High power density reduces raw material consumption per kilowatt during manufacturing. In the operational phase, precision MPPT management and intelligent O&M reduce both the carbon footprint and the resource demands of onsite services. By focusing on lowering LCOE through precise engineering, Sigenergy provides the global market with a robust foundation for the clean energy transition.

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Sigenergy Enters Utility-Scale Market with 506kW Inverter, Delivering Optimized LCOE and Lifecycle Value

SHANGHAI, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following the commissioning of its 136,000-square-meter Smart Energy Center, Sigenergy has officially launched its inaugural utility-scale PV inverter. By integrating high-density hardware with millisecond-level control algorithms and AI-driven analytics, the solution addresses the industry’s shift toward simplified system architectures and granular management for large-scale projects.

 

Ultimate LCOE: Redefining System-Level Efficiency

Sigenergy’s utility solution leverages Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs to optimize thermal management and power conversion efficiency. Delivering a maximum output of 506kW, the unit enables a structural reduction in the number of inverters required per site, streamlining overall project scale.

  • Cost Optimization: The platform supports a 1000V AC output, which lowers current levels and significantly reduces cabling expenses compared to traditional 800V systems. For 9.2MW block configurations, this design slashes BOS and installation costs by over 10% while simplifying field execution.
  • Maximum Energy Harvest: While traditional high-power solutions often force a single MPPT to manage over 600 panels , Sigenergy’s 18 MPPT Design ensures each channel manages only approximately 60 panels (two strings per MPPT). This granular control minimizes mismatch losses from shading or varying orientations, increasing annual energy yield by 1.5% to 2%.
Safe & Reliable: Proactive Protection in Extreme Environments

Safety is the cornerstone of the Sigenergy platform, which utilizes a comprehensive protection suite to safeguard every critical electrical node.

  • Comprehensive Safeguards: The system features utility-grade AFCI technology with an industry-leading 500m detection distance for rapid arc-fault and fire risk identification. Enhanced safety features also include on-board terminal temperature monitoring, reverse polarity protection, and Type I+II DC-side lightning protection to ensure maximum plant uptime and prevent reverse current damage.
  • Industrial-Grade Durability & Thermal Mastery: To ensure 25-year operational reliability, the inverter features an IP66 rating and C5-H anti-corrosion coating for long-term stability in harsh coastal or industrial environments. Internal thermal management is driven by directed airflow to eliminate interference, paired with zigzag heat exchange technology to maintain peak performance under high-load conditions.
Optimized O&M: 15x Faster Troubleshooting

Sigenergy transforms maintenance from a reactive task to a prescriptive strategy through the integration of intelligent hardware and software.

  • Precision Diagnostics: By refining control to just two strings per MPPT, the system isolates faults instantly, making troubleshooting 15 times faster than traditional systems where one MPPT manages dozens of strings.
  • Millisecond-Level Intelligence: The proprietary MPPT algorithm utilizes multi-factor prediction to adjust at the millisecond level, ensuring the system remains locked onto the highest possible output during rapid weather fluctuations.
  • Rapid Scanning: During partial shading events, the multi-peak scanning identifies the true global maximum in just 10 seconds—up to 6 times faster than the 40–60 seconds required by conventional solutions.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Engineering for Sustainability

Embracing a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) philosophy, Sigenergy optimizes value throughout the project’s lifespan. High power density reduces raw material consumption per kilowatt during manufacturing. In the operational phase, precision MPPT management and intelligent O&M reduce both the carbon footprint and the resource demands of onsite services. By focusing on lowering LCOE through precise engineering, Sigenergy provides the global market with a robust foundation for the clean energy transition.

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2026 Taiwan International Geothermal Conference: Linking Next-Generation Technology, Moving Towards Scalable Development

TAIPEI, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hosted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), the 4th “2026 Taiwan International Geothermal Conference” (2026 TIGC) opened on March 26. In his opening remarks, Vice Minister of Economic Affairs Chien-hsin Lai emphasized that the MOEA will be committed to developing geothermal energy with the advantages of being a local resource and providing a “stable supply.” He also invited international experts to focus their discussions and propose solutions for the specific challenges faced by Taiwan’s geothermal generation, aiming to develop Taiwan’s geothermal energy and strengthen national energy resilience.

Vice Minister Lai stated that conflicts in the Middle East have affected the stability of energy supplies, and CPC Corporation has long implemented a diversified supply strategy for oil and natural gas. Amidst ongoing global changes, the government remains on top of the situation and is handling it with appropriate measures. Every year, the Energy Administration of the MOEA forecasts electricity demand over the next decade, and the power development progress planned by Taipower shows that supply exceeds future demand. The Administration also continues to strengthen power stability and resilience, moving toward the national vision of carbon reduction. Since coming into office, President Lai has declared the “Second Energy Transition,” actively promoting various renewable energy policies to provide sustainable green energy and achieve Taiwan’s 2050 net-zero emissions goal. Especially as Taiwan is a vital link in the global AI supply chain, geothermal energy plays a key role in green energy supply.

The MOEA stated that Taiwan possesses massive potential and advantages for geothermal development. To accelerate promotion, the MOEA has launched numerous measures ranging from early-stage exploration to subsequent development to achieve de-risking while balancing environmental protection. These include providing demonstration incentive grants and conducting the central government geothermal investment selection process later this year.

The Energy Administration explained that this “2026 Taiwan International Geothermal Conference” hosted by the MOEA has invited over 700 domestic and international experts and industry leaders from more than 10 countries, including the United States, New Zealand, Japan, Canada, Iceland, Denmark, and Italy, making it the largest-scale event in recent years. By providing an international exchange platform to share geothermal technology and practical experience, it is hoped that experts from around the world will take this opportunity to exchange ideas and provide valuable suggestions to promote Taiwan’s geothermal development.

The core of this conference focuses on “Next-Generation Geothermal Technologies”, including international experience sharing on Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), Advanced Geothermal Systems (AGS) and Supercritical Geothermal Systems (SGS). Experts from various countries, the state-owned CPC Corporation, and the Geological Survey and Mining Management Agency (GSMMA) have been invited to engage in in-depth dialogues on geothermal exploration and drilling decisions under Taiwan’s specific geological environment. The conference also highlights Taiwan’s introduction of more efficient exploration techniques and high-temperature resistant sensing technologies to reduce development risks and shorten development timelines.

The Energy Administration mentioned that a “Geothermal Technology and Solutions Exhibition” is being held concurrently at the venue, which has invited leading geothermal developers, engineering firms, and precision drilling equipment manufacturers from home and abroad, and offers a technical matchmaking platform for domestic and international vendors.

The Energy Administration also emphasized that the success of geothermal development depends not only on technological breakthroughs but also often on mutual prosperity with local communities. Therefore, this conference has specially invited the Council of Indigenous Peoples to give a keynote presentation on “The Role of Indigenous Peoples and Collaborative Visions in Advancing Geothermal Development within the Energy Transition”, emphasizing the importance of establishing a sound benefit-sharing mechanism and giving concrete suggestions.

On the second day of the conference (the 27th), professional workshops will be held on three major themes: “Elements of Drilling Team”, “Geothermal Power Plant Engineering Planning” and “Geothermal Power Plant Operations.” The workshops welcome participants from all sectors and hopes to inspire developers for breakthroughs in geothermal generation. The Energy Administration also hopes that this conference will serve as an exchange platform-through deep cooperation with experienced international partners, Taiwan looks forward to jointly creating a geothermal power generation model that prospers with the local community, enhances industrial competitiveness, and moves toward the sustainable goal of net-zero emissions.

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Ballard Announces Q1 2026 Results Conference Call

VANCOUVER, BC, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) will hold a conference call on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (11:00 a.m. Eastern Time) to review first quarter 2026 operating results.

The live call can be accessed by dialing +1-833-821-2814 (Canada/US toll free). Alternatively, a live webcast can be accessed through a link on Ballard’s homepage (www.ballard.com), in the ‘Latest News’ section. Following the call, a link to the webcast will be available in the ‘Investor Hub’ area of the ‘Investors’ section of Ballard’s website (www.ballard.com/investors).

About Ballard Power Systems

Ballard Power Systems’ (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet. Ballard zero-emission PEM fuel cells are enabling electrification of mobility, including buses, commercial trucks, trains, marine vessels, and stationary power. To learn more about Ballard, please visit www.ballard.com.

Further Information
Sumit Kundu –Investor Relations +1.604.453.3517 or investors@ballard.com

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TETRA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ANNOUNCES DATE FOR FIRST QUARTER 2026 EARNINGS CONFERENCE CALL

SPRING, Texas, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TETRA Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:TTI) will release First Quarter 2026 results after the market closes on April 29, 2026. Brady Murphy, President and CEO, and Matt Sanderson, CFO, will host a conference call to discuss the results and outlook on April 30, 2026, at 10:30am ET. CLICK HERE to pre-register and obtain your dial in number and passcode. A replay will be available for thirty days following the conference call.

Company Overview
TETRA Technologies, Inc. is an energy services and solutions company focused on developing environmentally conscious services and solutions that help make people’s lives better. With operations on six continents, the Company’s portfolio consists of Energy Services, Industrial Chemicals, and Critical Minerals. In addition to providing products and services to the oil and gas industry and calcium chloride for diverse applications, TETRA is expanding into the low-carbon energy market with chemistry expertise, key mineral acreage, and global infrastructure, helping to meet the demand for sustainable energy in the twenty-first century. Visit the Company’s website at www.onetetra.com for more information or connect with us on LinkedIn.

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TETRA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ANNOUNCES DATE FOR FIRST QUARTER 2026 EARNINGS CONFERENCE CALL

SPRING, Texas, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TETRA Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:TTI) will release First Quarter 2026 results after the market closes on April 29, 2026. Brady Murphy, President and CEO, and Matt Sanderson, CFO, will host a conference call to discuss the results and outlook on April 30, 2026, at 10:30am ET. CLICK HERE to pre-register and obtain your dial in number and passcode. A replay will be available for thirty days following the conference call.

Company Overview
TETRA Technologies, Inc. is an energy services and solutions company focused on developing environmentally conscious services and solutions that help make people’s lives better. With operations on six continents, the Company’s portfolio consists of Energy Services, Industrial Chemicals, and Critical Minerals. In addition to providing products and services to the oil and gas industry and calcium chloride for diverse applications, TETRA is expanding into the low-carbon energy market with chemistry expertise, key mineral acreage, and global infrastructure, helping to meet the demand for sustainable energy in the twenty-first century. Visit the Company’s website at www.onetetra.com for more information or connect with us on LinkedIn.

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