The Hydrogen Stream: China may hit 2025 green hydrogen targets a year early
Rystad Energy says China appears set to smash its national hydrogen targets, solidifying its lead in the global electrolyzer market, while European Union and Japan have agreed to cooperate on hydrogen research.
PV Magazine International 4:16 pm on June 7, 2024
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Longi to issue $1.38 billion of bonds
Longi says it will issue up to CNY 10 billion ($1.38 billion) of bonds. It will primarily use the funds to support operational needs, supplement working capital, repay interest bearing debts, and aid project construction ...
PV Magazine International 4:16 pm on June 7, 2024
Spanish startup offers pre assembled vertical rooftop PV systems equipped with reflectors
FutureVoltaics says it has developed pre assembled, reflector based vertical rooftop PV systems. The systems feature 175 W heterojunction bifacial solar modules and special reflectors on both sides.
PV Magazine International 4:16 pm on June 7, 2024
Solar modules deployed in France in 1992 still provide 75.9% of original output power
New testing conducted at France's oldest PV system have shown that its solar modules can still provide performance values in line with what the manufacturers promised.
PV Magazine International 2:17 pm on June 7, 2024
Alight to install 90 MW of solar in Finland
Swedish developer Alight plans to build a 90 MW solar park in southwestern Finland. The company says the announcement is a big step toward developing 1.5 GW of PV projects in the country by the end of this year.
PV Magazine International 1:16 pm on June 7, 2024
Its just too big: division over plans for UKs biggest solar farm
Solar projects such as Botley West in Oxfordshire are latest net zero schemes bogged down by local disputes
The Guardian Renewable Energy 1:16 pm on June 7, 2024
Aurora adds whole home electrification tools to sales platform
Solar sales and design platform Aurora Solar is expanding into whole home electrification and energy needs. Aurora's new tools can aid with energy
Solar Power World 12:09 pm on June 7, 2024
The week in climate policy: 4 updates you need to know
Virginia is done playing by California's rules on vehicle emissions standards; Jared Kushner is backing solar power.
Greenbiz 10:16 am on June 7, 2024
MYSUN Solar Solutions: The Smart Choice for Panipat Residents Looking to Reduce Electricity Costs.
Find out how you can save up to 80% on your electricity bills with MYSUN's rooftop solar systems. Learn more about the benefits of rooftop solar systems in panipat and join the green revolution.
Mysun 9:16 am on June 7, 2024
India's GUVNL allocates 500 MW hybrid wind solar at $0.040/kWh
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) has awarded 500 MW of hybrid solar wind projects at an average rate of INR 3.36 ($0.040)/kWh. The winning developers will install grid connected projects on a build own operate basis, ...
PV Magazine International 9:16 am on June 7, 2024
Guyana opens tender for supply of solar equipment, installations
The Guyana Energy Agency has started accepting bids for the supply of solar equipment and solar installations across 21 public and community buildings. The deadline for applications is June 18.
PV Magazine International 9:16 am on June 7, 2024
Carbon electrode based perovskite solar cell achieves 20.8% efficiency via new lamination tech
A research team in Australia has used a lamination technique known as cold isostatic pressing (CIP) to build a perovksite solar cell based on a flexible bilayer electrode made of carbon and silver that can reportedly compete ...
PV Magazine International 8:16 am on June 7, 2024
Solar cell prices hold steady in quiet market
In a new weekly update for <b>pv magazine</b>, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
PV Magazine International 7:16 am on June 7, 2024
US solar module manufacturing capacity grows by 11 GW in Q1
Total US solar module production capacity increased by more than 11 GW in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Solar Market Insight Q2 2024 report.
PV Magazine International 7:16 am on June 7, 2024
Zinc ion batteries: a less volatile alternative
At a time of growing demand for battery energy storage, <b>pv magazine</b> spoke with Eloisa de Castro, CEO of Enerpoly, a Swedish company preparing to launch the world's first zinc ion battery megafactory on ...
PV Magazine International 5:16 am on June 7, 2024
Sigenergy SigenStor Approved by the CEC – Eligible for STCs
The 5 in One Sigenergy SigenStor has been CEC approved making the energy storage system more attractive than ever for homeowners.
Energy Matters 2:16 am on June 7, 2024
Has the Love for EVs Diminished in Australia Why EV Uptake Has Slowed
Has Australia fallen out of love with EVs" Current headlines would make you think we have but what is really happening to the Aussie EV market"
Energy Matters 1:16 am on June 7, 2024
REC vs. Tindo: Choosing the Right Solar Panels for Your Australian Home
Struggling to choose between REC and Tindo solar panels for your Australian home" This guide compares efficiency, warranty, and cost to help you make the best decision. Struggling to choose between REC and Tindo solar panels ...
Energy Matters 10:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Fronius (BYD) vs. Delta: Choosing the Right Solar Battery for Your Australian Home
Struggling to choose between Fronius (BYD) and Delta solar batteries for your Australian home" This guide explores the key factors to consider, helping you make the best decision for your needs and budget. Struggling to choose ...
Energy Matters 10:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Solar Giants Shutter Panel Manufacturing Capacity
As trade protections ramp up in the USA , solar panel manufacturing is reportedly being impacted in some south east Asian countries.
Solar Quotes Blog 8:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Clearloop energizes 2 solar projects in Mississippi Delta
Clearloop has flipped the switch on two solar projects in Panola County, Mississippi. These are the first two of three projects in area.
Solar Builder Magazine 8:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Arevia Power signs PPA with NV Energy for $2.3 billion solar + storage project
Arevia Power announced the signing of a power purchase agreement with NV Energy for the largest solar + storage project in Nevada.
Solar Power World 7:16 pm on June 6, 2024
IEA urges countries to accelerate renewables deployment
A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggests that the world could miss out on a target of 11,000 GW of global renewables capacity by the end of the decade, as agreed at COP28. It also predicts that solar ...
PV Magazine International 4:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Berkeley Lab finds community solar is reaching intended underserved subscribers States with targeted policies expand the opportunities further to lower income households.
The results suggest community solar has extended solar adoption to communities that would have otherwise struggled to adopt rooftop solar.
Solar Power World 4:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Pivot Energy, GreenSpark Solar Complete 22 MW New York Portfolio
Pivot Energy and EPC provider GreenSpark Solar have completed a four project, 22 MW Upstate New York solar portfolio with agrivoltaics. The projects, owned and developed by Pivot, are enrolled in the Remote Crediting program, ...
Solar Industry 4:16 pm on June 6, 2024
French agency warns against unchecked reuse of secondhand solar modules
Soren, the French environmental agency, has warned that uninstalled panels are often resold or exported through loosely regulated reuse channels, especially to developing countries.
PV Magazine International 3:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Amea Power secures financing for 120 MW of solar in South Africa
Amea Power says it has obtained financing for a 120 MW solar plant near Klerksdorp, South Africa. The funds include $100 million in debt from Standard Bank South Africa and $8 million in equity from Industrial Development ...
PV Magazine International 3:16 pm on June 6, 2024
UK smart meter rollout is slowing down
The latest smart meter installation data for Great Britain reveals a slowdown in deployment. Suppliers have been tasked with providing three in four households with smart meters by the end of 2025 failure could result in ...
PV Magazine International 3:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Powin inks deal with Bergstrom to supply HVAC for energy storage systems
Learn how Powin's collaboration with Bergstrom brings cutting edge HVAC technology to energy storage systems for optimized performance.
Solar Builder Magazine 3:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Longi denies rumors about factory closures in Southeast Asia
Chinese manufacturer Longi says it is not shutting down its factory in Malaysia, nor it is idling its production lines in Vietnam, but it acknowledges that it is implementing production adjustments at these facilities.
PV Magazine International 1:16 pm on June 6, 2024
French roofing specialist offers adhesive solar modules for low load bearing roofs
France based Iko is launching Iko Excel Solar, a lightweight PV solution for roofs that cannot withstand excessive loads. The 18.3% efficient module weighs approximately 2.5 kg/m.
PV Magazine International 1:16 pm on June 6, 2024
AD/CVD moratorium on Southeast Asian solar imports expires today does it even matter
The temporary pause on duty collection and tariff enforcement for Chinese origin solar cell and panel imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and
Solar Power World 12:16 pm on June 6, 2024
US residential solar takes a hit in Q1 2024
In the first quarter of 2024, the U.S. solar industry installed 11.8 GW of new solar capacity, bringing the country's total to 200 GW. This is according
Solar Power World 12:16 pm on June 6, 2024
Australian miner energizes 96 MW offgrid wind solar storage plant
Australian miner Liontown Resources has flicked the switch on one of the largest off grid renewable energy hybrid power stations in Australia.
PV Magazine International 9:17 am on June 6, 2024
Renewable energy benefits surpass estimates, says Berkeley Lab
The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory says benefits from lower emissions are more significant than most prior estimates.
PV Magazine International 9:17 am on June 6, 2024
Where Else Can I Put Solar Panels Besides the Roof
Explore innovative places to install solar panels, from ground setups to water based installations, with our guide.
Solaric 8:16 am on June 6, 2024
Worlds largest solar plant goes online in China
China Green Development Group has switched on the 3.5 GW Midong solar project in Urumqi, China's Xinjiang region. The project required an investment of CNY 15.45 billion ($2.13 billion).
PV Magazine International 7:16 am on June 6, 2024
U.S. commercial real estate to host VPP connected flywheels and batteries
US based technology provider Torus has agreed to supply nearly 26 MWh of energy storage for Gardner Group's commercial real estate portfolio. The project will integrate battery and flywheel energy storage systems (BESS, FESS) ...
PV Magazine International 6:16 am on June 6, 2024
Kosovo opens subsidy scheme for solar thermal systems
Household consumers in Kosovo can now apply for a subsidy to install a solar system for heating sanitary water. Applications to the first of two stages are open until August 31.
PV Magazine International 5:16 am on June 6, 2024
Hive Energy secures grid connection permit for 215.6 MW of solar projects in Serbia
UK's Hive Energy said the projects will feature battery energy storage systems that equate to 10% of the overall solar capacity.
PV Magazine International 5:16 am on June 6, 2024
Investment in clean energy likely to be double figure for fossil fuels in 2024, IEA says
Low carbon electricity investment driven by solar projects but oil and gas spending still too high to meet climate goals
The Guardian Renewable Energy 5:16 am on June 6, 2024
The US installed more solar in Q1 2024 than it did in all of 2018
In Q1 2024, the US saw the largest quarter of solar manufacturing growth in its history, bringing its total installed capacity to 200 GW.
Electrek 4:16 am on June 6, 2024
Colbn proposes 800 MW ocean powered pumped storage project in Chile
Chilean utility Colbn has unveiled plans for a massive pumped storage hydropower project in northern Chile. The facility will use desalinated water from the Pacific Ocean to store energy and use it when it's most needed. ...
PV Magazine International 4:16 am on June 6, 2024
How Do Clouds Affect Solar Panel Output
Discover how cloud cover impacts solar output. Learn how rainy weather and different types of cloud cover affect solar panel performance and what can be done to mitigate the impact.
Homeowner Blog 11:16 pm on June 5, 2024
Ameren Missouri Expands Community Solar Program
Ameren Missouri has plans to build a new solar facility alongside its existing Montgomery Community Solar Center in New Florence, an hour west of St. Louis in Missouri. The site, set to be part of the company's Community ...
Solar Industry 11:16 pm on June 5, 2024
Finding the Right Fit: Solar System Sizing for an Aussie Family of 3 with an EV
Aussie family of 3 with an EV" Size your solar right! This guide helps you find the perfect solar system size to power your home and EV, saving you money on electricity. Aussie family of 3 with an EV" Size your solar right! ...
Energy Matters 10:16 pm on June 5, 2024
Victoria's Emergency Backstop Mechanism For Solar Looms
A requirement in Victoria that new home solar power systems are able to be throttled or switched off remotely is meant to kick in soon.
Solar Quotes Blog 9:16 pm on June 5, 2024
New England solar installer iSun files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Vermont based solar installer iSun filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the District of Delaware on June 3. The publicly traded company was acquired by The
Solar Power World 8:16 pm on June 5, 2024
The US is putting enough solar to power 400,000 homes on old nuclear weapons sites
The US Department of Energy (DOE) is going to repurpose sites previously used in the nuclear weapons program into solar farms.
Electrek 7:16 pm on June 5, 2024
Intersolar & Energy Storage North America accepting speaker abstracts for 2025 conference
Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA), the industry's premier solar, storage, and EV charging infrastructure event, is now accepting abstracts for speaking opportunities at the conference to be held February ...
Solar Builder Magazine 7:16 pm on June 5, 2024
Azerbaijan gives green light to 760 MW of solar
Azerbaijan has approved the construction of two new solar plants totaling 760 MW in the southeastern part of the country. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Co. (Masdar) will oversee the development of the projects.
PV Magazine International 4:59 pm on June 5, 2024
BNEF Summit highlights sluggish trading of low carbon hydrogen, derivatives
Analysts at the recent BNEF Summit in Munich discussed delays for hydrogen adoption in European countries, noting that locations are crucial for predicting which hydrogen production plans will proceed. Projects in areas with ...
PV Magazine International 4:59 pm on June 5, 2024
PVEL releases tenth edition of PV Module Reliability Scorecard
The independent test lab Kiwa PVEL names 53 manufacturers and 388 models a record number of Top Performers in the ten year history of the Scorecard.
PV Magazine International 4:59 pm on June 5, 2024
Takeaways from the Kiwa PVEL 2024 PV Module Reliability Scorecard
The 10th annual Kiwa PVEL PV Module Reliability Scorecard is out, with a record number of top performing modules. Explore our takeaways.
Solar Builder Magazine 4:59 pm on June 5, 2024
Q&A: Impacts of $7 billion Solar for All Funding Jeff Cramer, CCSA
Discover how the Solar for All program is supporting the expansion of community solar in the US, as discussed by industry expert Jeff Cramer.
Solar Builder Magazine 4:59 pm on June 5, 2024
Pivot Energy completes over 22 MW solar portfolio in Upstate New York
Pivot Energy and GreenSpark Solar have announced the completion of a four project Upstate New York solar portfolio with agrivoltaics. The over 22 MWDC
Solar Power World 4:59 pm on June 5, 2024
Leapton Energy debuts 600 625 W TOPCon solar panel based on rectangular wafers
Leapton says its new panels have a temperature coefficient of 0.30% per C and an efficiency of up to 23.14%. They come with a 30 year power output guarantee for 87.4% of the initial yield.
PV Magazine International 2:43 pm on June 5, 2024
Energy Vault unveils design partnership for gravity storage in skyscrapers
The partnership will see architecture and engineering firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), responsible for some of the world's tallest buildings, incorporate Energy Vault's gravity energy storage technology into tall ...
PV Magazine International 2:44 pm on June 5, 2024
Australian property giant signs first ever matched energy supply deal
Enosi Energy has signed a first of its kind initiative with real estate investment business EG Funds by using a matched energy supply agreement to bulk up renewable energy used by commercial properties in Sydney, Australia. ...
PV Magazine International 2:44 pm on June 5, 2024
Bangladeshi jute producers go solar
Bangladesh's state owned Infrastructure Development Co. Ltd. (IDCOL) is providing loans to several jute producers and textile makers to deploy 40 MW of rooftop PV systems.
PV Magazine International 2:44 pm on June 5, 2024
Two solar projects come online in northern Mississippi
Two of three planned solar projects in Panola County, Mississippi, are now online. Clearloop, a Silicon Ranch company, this week commissioned the 6.6 MW
Solar Power World 2:44 pm on June 5, 2024
7.5 MW community solar project completed at Washington, D.C., university
A 7.5 MW solar project was recently completed forThe Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. The West Campus Solar Array was developed
Solar Power World 2:44 pm on June 5, 2024
ITRPV says solar module prices fell 50% in 2023
The new edition of the International Technology Roadmap for Photovoltaic (ITRPV), published this week, reveals that the world's installed PV capacity reached 1.6 TW at the end of last year. The learning curve, which reflects ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Large scale battery storage on the rise in Chile
Three utility scale battery energy storage projects co located with solar plants were announced last week in Chile. Enel is building a 67 MW/134 MWh battery, while CJR Renewable and Uriel Renovables are planning 200 MW/800 ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Solar carport to provide 100% electricity needs for amusement park in Los Angeles
Recom Technologies was selected as the solar panel provider for the 12 MW solar carport.
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Freight costs edge toward pandemic levels, hitting solar module costs
Freight costs, which represent around 4% of a solar module's total costs, are increasing on trade lines between the Far East and the US West Coast, Northern Europe, and Mediterranean region.
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Switzerland's solar installations hit 602 MW in January April
Switzerland installed 602 MW of solar in the first four months of the year, bringing its total installed PV capacity to around 6.8 GW by the end of April.
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Organic solar cell based on trichlorobenzene achieves 19.31% efficiency
An international research team developed an organic solar cell based on a novel non monotonic intermediated state manipulation strategy. The device reportedly showed non radiative recombination losses while exhibiting remarkable ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Circular recycling approach aims for ‘perpetual utility' of PV materials
After analyzing the future usage of material by the crystalline silicon PV industry, including glass, aluminum, silver, copper, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), and silicon, a German research team found that a circular recycling ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Low tilt angles ideal for regions with high summer load demand
New research from India shows the advantages of deploying fixed tilt PV systems with low angles in regions with high summer load demand like India. The scientists said that, although PV systems with low tilt angles may not ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 5, 2024
Is Your Home A Solar Installer's Worst Nightmare
Avoid giving your solar installer nightmares with a good salesperson, setting expectations, and a little common sense.
Solar Quotes Blog 2:44 am on June 5, 2024
Powering Up: A Look at Incoming Electric SUVs in Australia
Drive electric Down Under! Explore a growing selection of electric SUVs available now or soon in Australia.
Energy Matters 11:36 pm on June 4, 2024
WA's Workplace EV Charging Grants Ending Soon
Small and medium businesses in Western Australia keen to grab a grant to install an EV charger will need to get cracking.
Solar Quotes Blog 11:36 pm on June 4, 2024
DOE to study public attitudes toward siting large scale solar projects
Solar developers say community opposition is among the top causes of project cancellations and that it has ramped up in the last five years.
Solar Power World 11:36 pm on June 4, 2024
Thomas Edison's birthplace is now powered by solar
Thomas Edison's birthplace and museum in Milan, Ohio, is now officially powered by a donated rooftop solar system.
Electrek 7:25 pm on June 4, 2024
The world's largest solar farm just came online in China
The world's largest solar farm, which sits in the desert in northwestern Xinjiang, is now connected to China's grid.
Electrek 5:39 pm on June 4, 2024
Chinese PV Industry Brief: NEA moves forward with curtailment plan
China's National Energy Administration (NEA) says that utilization rates of solar and wind projects in specific provinces must not fall below 90%.
PV Magazine International 5:39 pm on June 4, 2024
Key takeaways from Lisbon Energy Summit 2024
The second edition of Portugal's most important energy event focused on the central role of green hydrogen in the country's future energy landscape. The trade show also highlighted the need to accelerate the growth of the ...
PV Magazine International 5:39 pm on June 4, 2024
K2 Systems debuts 4 Wire Dragon Clip
Introducing the K2 4 Wire Dragon Clip: the innovative solution for secure solar PV wire management. Say goodbye to zip ties and cable clips.
Solar Builder Magazine 5:39 pm on June 4, 2024
SunRenu Solar installs 280 kW array for Arizona church
Financed by a solar service agreement, the installation is expected to cut the church's annual energy bill by around 30%.
Solar Power World 5:39 pm on June 4, 2024
Hard times for Dutch solar installers
A Dutch trade association has informed parliament about a recent wave of closures and bankruptcies in the rooftop solar segment in the Netherlands.
PV Magazine International 3:02 pm on June 4, 2024
GCL Tech, Mubadala to open polysilicon factory in UAE
Chinese polysilicon maker GCL Tech says it is partnering with Emirati state owned Mubadala Investment Co. to build the Middle East's first polysilicon factory in the United Arab Emirates.
PV Magazine International 3:02 pm on June 4, 2024
First Solar and Qcells solar panels are greenest in industry after achieving EPEAT designation
Two solar panel brands today achieved the Global Electronics Council's (GEC) stringent sustainability criteria, making them EPEAT registered products. The
Solar Power World 3:02 pm on June 4, 2024
Community solar developers look to AI to manage subscribers, advance equity
Learn about the challenges community solar projects face with subscribers turning over and how AI can help prevent customer dropouts.
Solar Builder Magazine 1:12 pm on June 4, 2024
Solar PV now powers the birthplace of Thomas Edison
Thomas Edison's birthplace and museum in Milan, Ohio, is now powered by solar energy, paying homage to Edison's monumental contributions to the
Solar Power World 1:12 pm on June 4, 2024
IRENA calls for investment in small island nations
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) discussed the financing landscape for small island developing states (SIDS) and mechanisms to accelerate the energy transition at the United Nations 4th International Conference ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 4, 2024
New study outlines renewables plan for India
A new study by Indian government think tank NITI Aayog outlines the renewable energy potential for all states to meet their renewable purchase obligations. The report, backed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 4, 2024
East west rooftop solar ideal for energy communities under net metering
Researchers in Italy have investigated the potential of deploying energy communities based on east west PV systems and have concluded that these projects, despite their lower energy yields compared to south oriented installations, ...
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 4, 2024
India's NHPC launches tender for 2.4 GW of solar
NHPC has started accepting bids from developers to set up 2.4 GW of solar power projects on a build own operate basis anywhere in India. Bidding closes on June 29.
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 4, 2024
US startup uses agricultural waste to produce low cost, safe batteries
US based start up SorbiForce uses no toxic products or metals in production of its batteries. It claims its systems are cheaper and safer than lithium ion batteries and have near zero end of life waste.
PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 4, 2024
High efficiency, all solid state sodium air battery achieves energy efficiency of 86
%Researchers in South Korea have successfully demonstrated the use of free ambient air as a fuel leveraging a sodium based solid electrolyte to tackle the carbonate issue that has been holding back the rollout of metal air ...
%PV Magazine International 11:47 am on June 4, 2024
This accordion style modular solar array withstands 166 mph winds
Australian company 5B's modular solar array unfolds like an accordion and is designed to endure extreme weather and harsh environments.
Electrek 9:26 pm on June 3, 2024
Electricity Demand Tariffs Catching Out Australian Households
Report claims many Australian households are unknowingly on electricity plans with demand tariffs. This can push their power bills even higher
Solar Quotes Blog 9:26 pm on June 3, 2024
200 MW Solar Power Project Completed In Wisconsin, Energy Storage To Follow CleanTechnica
The Grant County Solar Project, with its 200 MW capacity, has been completed in Potosi, Wisconsin, by Alliant Energy.
CleanTechnica 9:26 pm on June 3, 2024
Save $210 on Jackery's new Solar Generator 1000 Plus Roam Kit, Blix Bikes summer sale, Greenworks electric 3 tool combo, more
Jackery has launched an early bird special on its new Solar Generator 1000 Plus Roam Kit, Blix Bikes EV summer sale, Greenworks combo, more
Electrek 6:17 pm on June 3, 2024
Romania turns on first floating PV plant
Romanian energy company TMK Hydroenergy Power has switched on the country's first floating solar project. The facility, located on a pond in Caras Severin county, is connected to a hydropower plant.
PV Magazine International 5:45 pm on June 3, 2024
Gripple debuts Power Tie, a permanent cable tie for solar projects
Discover Gripple Power Tie: the perfect solar cable management solution with the strength of steel banding and the convenience of cable ties.
Solar Builder Magazine 3:45 pm on June 3, 2024
Qcells completes construction on Ocotillo Wells solar + storage project in California
The 50 MW solar, 200 MWh battery storage Ocotillo Wells Solar project is now operational in Borrego Springs, California. The project, built by Qcells, is
Solar Power World 3:45 pm on June 3, 2024
Texas to host 300 MW of geomechanical energy storage projects
Quidnet Energy, a provider of geomechanical energy storage (GES) technology, has joined hands with distributed energy resources developer Hunt Energy Network to deliver 300 MW of storage projects in the Electric Reliability ...
PV Magazine International 1:08 pm on June 3, 2024
Japan reports radio interference from PV systems
Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications says that since 2021, it has received 44 reports of unwanted radio wave emissions from solar power systems, including interference with defense facilities and emergency ...
PV Magazine International 1:08 pm on June 3, 2024
Panhandle Power Solutions named EPC for 202 MWh BESS project in Colorado
Learn about the partnership between Panhandle Power Solutions (PPS) and Whetstone Power to develop a sustainable battery energy storage system.
Solar Builder Magazine 1:08 pm on June 3, 2024
The Solar Policy Scoop: June 2024 A guide to recent legislation and research throughout the country.
This month, California strikes another blow to the solar industry, Alaska is on its way to a community solar program and more.
Solar Power World 1:08 pm on June 3, 2024
Household Energy Upgrades Fund: $1 Billion to Assist Australians in Purchasing Renewables
A new $1 billion federal fund supports green loans for Australians to install solar, batteries, heat pump hot water systems, and more, promoting cost saving and environmental benefits nationwide.
Energy Matters 11:27 am on June 3, 2024
Funding round opens for off grid solar across West Africa
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is offering grants from $10,000 to $250,000 in the second funding round of the Regional Off Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP) to develop off grid solar in 13 West ...
PV Magazine International 11:27 am on June 3, 2024
IEC lays ground for flexible silicon solar module standards
In its second monthly column for <b>pv magazine</b>, the IEC highlights the research on flexible crystalline silicon solar cells led by researcher Zhengxin Liu, the Vice Chair of IEC Technical Committee 82, which ...
PV Magazine International 11:27 am on June 3, 2024
India launches 2.4 GW of renewables tenders
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has kicked off 2.4 GW of renewables tenders, including a 1.2 GW procurement exercise and a 1.2 GW round.
PV Magazine International 11:27 am on June 3, 2024
Study finds excessive row spacing has limited effect on improving PV system performance
Scientists in China have tested the influence of panel row spacing in increasing a PV system performance in a full scale outdoor PV array experimental platform. They found that larger row spacing plays a limited role in improving ...
PV Magazine International 11:27 am on June 3, 2024
Italian startup develops 20.7% efficient mini perovskite solar modules with 99.6% geometrical fill factor
Solertix claims to have reduced yield losses in cell to module scaling by utilizing ultranarrow interconnection of 19.5 m. It also says the proposed interconnection technique may be used to achieve a 30% efficiency in area matched ...
PV Magazine International 11:28 am on June 3, 2024
United Kingdom closes in on 16 GW installed solar capacity
The latest government installation figures reveal a slower start to the year for the United Kingdom, with small scale installations accounting for the majority of additions. As the UK General Election approaches, there are ...
PV Magazine International 11:28 am on June 3, 2024
Japanese researchers build 14.3% efficient bendable, waterproof organic solar cell
Researchers from Japan's Riken Center for Emergent Matter Science have fabricated an organic solar cell that has achieved waterproofness without reducing flexibility. At 3 micrometers thick, it is thought to be the first ...
PV Magazine International 11:28 am on June 3, 2024
Polands new capacity market auction could hamper storage deployment
The draft parameters for this year's capacity market auction in Poland could make the rollout of battery energy storage systems (BESS) much more difficult. The document proposes a significant reduction to the BESS derating ...
PV Magazine International 11:28 am on June 3, 2024
Dual Harvest: Agrivoltaics Boost Food & Energy Production in Asia
Dual Harvest Agivoltaics boost food energy production in Asia Solar panels on water China's Dongying City Shangdong Province
CleanTechnica 11:28 am on June 3, 2024
TBEA launches inverters for C&I projects
TBEA has developed new products with nominal power ratings of 75 kW to 110 kW and efficiencies of 98.6%. Their European efficiency rating is 98.4%.
PV Magazine International 2:56 am on June 3, 2024
Hidden Defects in Solar Battery Installations: What Inspectors Look For
Learn common, hidden defects in Australian solar battery installations with tips from a licensed electrical inspector.
Solar Quotes Blog 2:56 am on June 3, 2024
ClearPower Solar Windows Can Transform The Built Environment
Many people have theorized about the benefits of solar windows. ClearPower is making them affordable and reliable.
CleanTechnica 2:56 am on June 3, 2024
Assessing feasibility of solar arrays at airports
A team of researchers developed a methodological framework for assessing solar potential at airports and applied it to seven Indian airports. They found the greatest potential at an airport in Raipur, central India, where ...
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
The Hydrogen Stream: Japanese scientists develop proton conducting perovskites for fuel cells
Scientists from the Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) and High Energy Accelerator Research Organization (KEK) have developed a highly oxygen deficient perovskite for protonic ceramic fuel cells (PCFCs), while the ...
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
Qcells to deploy Lumets fine line metallization tech
Qcells says it will use Lumet's fine line metallization technology for its solar cells, for higher efficiency and lower production costs.
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
Apricus Generation buys stake in Nexus Renewables
US headquartered Apricus Generation says it has acquired a controlling stake in Toronto based Nexus Renewables its first strategic acquisition.
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
TCL Zhonghuan reveals plans to acquire majority stake in Maxeon
Chinese wafer manufacturer TCL Zhonghuan says it wants to invest around $197.5 million to increase its stake in Maxeon from 22.39% to at least 50.1%. A Maxeon spokesperson told <b>pv magazine</b> that the plan ...
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
European Commission approves 1.4 billion for hydrogen projects
The European Commission has approved 1.4 billion ($1.5 billion) for hydrogen projects, investing in 13 initiatives under the fourth Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI), to advance hydrogen technology ...
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
Gulf heat dome and polar set stream shape solar outcomes in May
In a new weekly update for <b>pv magazine</b>, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that a strong polar jet stream and a record breaking heat dome in May resulted in a stark contrast in irradiance patterns across North ...
PV Magazine International 1:09 am on June 3, 2024
How Dominion Energy Killed A Rooftop Solar Plan In Fairfax County, Virginia
In 2020, the Virginia legislature initiated a program to bring more rooftop solar to municipalities. Dominion found a work around.
CleanTechnica 1:10 am on June 3, 2024
Aptera's latest SEC filing details its financial status, solar EV reservations, and production plans
Solar EV startup Aptera Motors has submitted an Offering Memorandum to the SEC that provides numerous details about its progress...
Electrek 12:25 am on June 3, 2024
Tesla Powerwall: The Ultimate Energy Storage Solution for Your Home
Discover the Tesla Powerwall the ultimate energy storage solution for your home. Save on energy bills & ensure uninterrupted power supply.
Solar Galaxy 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Canadian Solar Panels: A Comprehensive Review by Solar Galaxy
Explore a comprehensive review of Canadian solar panels by Solar Galaxy. Learn about their efficiency, durability, and performance.
Solar Galaxy 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Supercharge Your Home with Solar Galaxys Sun Sational Solutions!
Discover Solar Galaxy's sun sational solutions to supercharge your home with clean, efficient solar energy. Save money & the environment today!
Solar Galaxy 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Open Homes Australia Season 7 Episode 4: REC Alpha Pure RX Solar Panels Powering a Compact Victorian Home
Saturday's episode of Open Homes Australia took us to Jesse Raeburn's home where we saw REC Alpha Pure RX solar panels maximising limited roof space.
Energy Matters 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
CLRS Celebrates New Housing for People with Disabilities with Donated Solar Systems
Community Living & Respite Services (CLRS) completes its fifth "Opening Doors Project," providing specialist housing for people with disabilities, enhanced by donated solar systems to reduce long term energy ...
Energy Matters 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
GoodWe vs Growatt Battery: Choosing the Right Solar Battery Storage Solution
Struggling to choose between GoodWe and Growatt batteries for your Australian solar system" This guide compares key factors like efficiency, compatibility, and features to help you make the best decision for your home's energy ...
Energy Matters 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Are the days of cheap finance for Chinese solar over
The Chinese PV industry has benefited from the availability of substantial finance over the past two decades, supporting the development of the renewable, zero carbon capability essential for meeting the goals of the Paris ...
PV Magazine International 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Long duration energy storage poised to outcompete lithium ion batteries
While most long duration energy storage (LDES) technologies are still early stage and costly compared to lithium ion batteries, some have already or are set to achieve lower costs for longer durations, finds BloombergNEF. ...
PV Magazine International 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Brookfield seeks to acquire Neoen for 6.1 billion
Canada's Brookfield Asset Management has revealed plans to buy France based Neoen for 6.1 billion ($6.6 billion).
PV Magazine International 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Australian miner pushes ahead with 20 GWh pumped hydro project
Evolution Mining is moving forward on a AUD 7 billion ($4.64 billion) plan to build a 2 GW/20 GWh pumped hydro electricity generation facility in the pit of a 20 year old gold mine in Australia.
PV Magazine International 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
Finland to construct seven solar plants totalling 213 MW
Solar projects across Finland have been given the green light after grant agreements were signed with the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency. A total 27.5 million ($29.8 million) is being ...
PV Magazine International 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
VIC Neighbourhood Batteries: Readying For Round 4
The Victorian Government's 100 Neighbourhood Batteries Program will reopen for applications in August. A new tool will help groups prepare.
Solar Quotes Blog 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
2024/25 NSW Solar Feed In Tariff Guidance Published
What's on the cards for solar feed in tariff rates in New South Wales for the new financial year" Find out here.
Solar Quotes Blog 12:26 am on June 3, 2024
