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Report Shows Clean Energy Jobs Grew at Twice the Overall U.S. Employment Rate

August 28, 2024

According to new data released today, employment within the clean energy sector increased by 142,000 jobs in 2023, accounting for more than half of new energy sector jobs.

Dymax’s Market Focus Now Includes Energy Sector

August 10, 2024

Dymax recently announced a curated lineup of light-curable adhesives and coatings designed specifically to meet the complex assembly needs of stationary energy storage systems.

DOW: Silicone Sealants for Photovoltaic Assembly

May 29, 2024

The product offering from Dow advances the company’s support of renewable energy solutions.

Adhesives and Sealants for Hydrogen-Based Fuel Cell Assembly

As demand for hydrogen-based fuel cells increases, sealants and adhesives play a crucial role in providing reliable sealing that facilitates automated production.

July 20, 2023

Adhesives and sealants play an important role in providing tight seals for hydrogen-based fuel cells, a technology becoming increasingly popular for powering electric vehicles.

How Edge Sealants Can Improve Performance in Crystalline Modules

Emerging trends in photovoltaic (PV) module development have exposed a need for higher levels of moisture protection throughout the PV marketplace—where edge sealant technology can make an impact.

Mark Molinaro

June 5, 2023

Edge sealants can provide high levels of moisture protection beyond current design methods in c-Si panels, helping to reduce moisture-related power degradation and achieve more power output over a longer lifetime

DOE and Other Federal Agencies Launch Federal Consortium for Advanced Batteries

The consortium reportedly provides a framework for cooperation and coordination among federal agencies having a stake in developing advanced battery technology and establishing a domestic supply of lithium batteries.

September 21, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Commerce (DOC), Department of Defense (DoD), and Department of State recently launched the Federal Consortium for Advanced Batteries (FCAB) to accelerate the development of a robust, secure, domestic industrial base for advanced batteries.

FLUORAMICS, INC.: Thread Sealant Application Tip

Formula-8 is reportedly a shear-sensitive paste that sheets out into polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) strings when torqued and delivers high sealing performance on all sizes of threads.

March 17, 2020

Fluoramics, Inc. recently introduced a new application tip for its 100-g tube of Formula-8 thread sealant.

DOE Announces $125.5 Million in New Funding for Solar Technologies

The DOE aims to advance research and development of solar technologies that reduce the cost of solar, increase the competitiveness of American manufacturing and businesses, and improve the reliability of the grid.

February 19, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced up to $125.5 million in new funding to advance solar technology research.

EERE Issues Funding Opportunity Announcement for Phase I Innovation Projects

This year’s topics cover key agency priorities such as critical materials, energy storage, grid integration, water security, cybersecurity, and the circular economy.

January 3, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program recently issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement for approximately $40 million in Phase I innovation projects for the 2020 fiscal year.

Sika to Acquire China-Based Silicone Sealants and Adhesives Manufacturer Crevo-Hengxin

Crevo-Hengxin is a family-owned manufacturer of a broad range of silicone products used for solar energy, facades, fenestration, insulated glass, interior finishing, and other sealing and bonding applications.

September 10, 2019

Sika recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Crevo-Hengxin, a Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives used in both industry and construction applications.