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Improving solar inverter design with silicones

Inverters must withstand the high levels of heat generated when operating, otherwise system performance and reliability could be at risk. Cody Schoener of Dow Performance Silicones argues using silicone-based materials for inverters can improve thermal management and fire protection, while offering thermal stability, environmental resistance, electrical isolation and support for operational efficiency.
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Cadmium telluride vs. crystalline silicon in agrivoltaics

Canadian researchers investigated how the transparency of cadmium telluride and crystalline silicon solar panels affects lettuce growth in agrivoltaic systems. They found that 69%–transparent silicon panels increased lettuce yield by 3.6%, whereas cadm...
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Why small-scale, non-utility solar is important

Behind-the-meter solar for homes, businesses, and communities comes with numerous benefits, said a paper from Stanford engineering professor Mark Jacobson.
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What makes a solar project pollinator-friendly?

As corporate buyers and registries add biodiversity metrics to renewable energy credits, pollinator-friendly solar is emerging as a differentiator in the REC market.
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Sofab Inks achieves 22.2% efficiency in mini inverted perovskite solar panel

The U.S. startup said the 30 x 30 cm perovskite solar cell device featured its tin oxide electron transport material produced in a sheet-to-sheet slot die coating process.
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Construction begins on 150 MW Bee Hollow solar project in Illinois

The utility-scale solar project is expected to contribute $17 million in tax revenues over the first 20 years of operations while adding enough renewable energy to power approximately 45,600 homes per year.
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PJM grid region needs 16 GW of storage by 2032, says Brattle study

“Without decisive action" to add storage, "millions of homes and businesses could face costly and dangerous reliability risks,” said the trade group sponsoring the study. “Hundreds of storage projects are stalled in PJM’s interconnection queue,�...
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Copper demand to rise 24% by 2035, says Wood Mackenzie

Demand for copper, often considered as one of the most valuable alternatives to silver in solar manufacturing, is expected to increase by almost a quarter globally by the middle of next decade. Wood Mackenzie says the energy transition is one of four ‘...

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1,500+ Registered for Energy LIVE Expo – Will You Join Them?

Reuters Events: Energy LIVE (9-10 December, Houston) is heading to the heart of the energy capital.

Fortress Power Partners with TerraSol Energies to Deliver Landmark Solar + Storage Project at Team Toyota

820kWh eSpire Battery System Helps Pennsylvania Dealership Slash Energy Costs and Reduce CO₂ Emissions

Dow Diamond Expands Commitment to Sustainability with new Solar Array

New panels to provide up to 50,000 kilowatt hours annually for ballpark

Arevon Begins Operations at Ratts 1 and Heirloom Solar Projects in Pike County, Indiana

The company’s first owned and operational utility-scale projects in the state represent an investment of $400 million and are generating lasting community benefits.

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Trump administration cancels largest solar project in United States

The Bureau of Land Management has officially cancelled the Esmeralda 7 solar project, a Nevada-based project that would stand among the world’s largest solar power plants, large enough to power nearly 2 million homes.

Why Big Tech could outpace utilities in deploying multi-day storage

With hyperscalers searching for clean, round-the-clock power, developers see a new market for battery systems that can run for 100 hours or more.

California proposes order of 6 GW by 2032 to get ahead of expiring tax credits

A California Public Utilities Commission Judge called for a “premature” order of additional electric capacity in the state to take advantage of lucrative renewable energy federal tax credits while they still exist.

Solar is reshaping California’s Central Valley. What happens to the rural farming communities next door?

A democratically organized nonprofit is giving a seat at the clean energy table to 36 communities in Western Fresno County.

Arkansas to build 600 MW solar project for Google’s $4B data center

When complete, the project will add 600 MW to the 3,245 MW of solar capacity on the Arkansas grid.

After years of legal challenges, New Mexico celebrates its first community solar project

After the New Mexico’s investor-owned utilities fought against New Mexico’s community solar program, bringing it all the way to the state’ supreme court, New Mexico is celebrating the completion of its first community solar project.

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T1 Energy acquires minority stake in Talon PV in Texas solar manufacturing push

T1 Energy made a strategic investment in the company that is pursuing 4.8 GW of solar cell manufacturing in the United States.

Solestial to provide Endurosat with space solar modules

The U.S.-based manufacturer announced it will provide solar power modules to satellite manufacturer Endurosat starting this year.

Silver prices surge, yet ‘thrifting’ poses little threat to solar cell, module quality

With silver prices nearing $50 per ounce, researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) tell pv magazine that efforts to reduce silver use in solar cells will not compromise module quality if properly engineered.

U.S. market “not worth the risk” for one of India’s largest solar manufacturers

Saatvik Green Energy chief executive Prashant Mathur said his company seeks to be “risk-free” and focus on the domestic market in India.

Voltage Energy releases two wiring solutions for solar projects

The US-based electrical balance of systems provider stated its new products are designed for utility-scale projects and the mid-capacity range. Both systems are IP68-tested.

Solar pricing needs a reality check

Sustainable projects depend on prices — and suppliers — that hold up under compliance, delivery and long-term performance requirements.

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High-rise buildings could soon use gravity energy storage, say researchers

Researchers in Canada have proposed using gravity-based energy storage in high-rise buildings, in combination with photovoltaic facades, small wind turbines, and lithium-ion batteries. Their modeling indicated that this hybrid system could achieve a levelized cost of energy ranging from $0.051/kWh to $0.111/kWh.

The “Kelley Blue Book” for energy assets could improve circularity in the solar sector

Seattle-based urban mining startup Buckstop uses an AI-powered appraisal model to instantly value end-of-life solar panels.

Solar metal roof mount approved for Florida hurricane zones

S-5! has received Florida Building Code approval for its PVKIT system to be used in high-velocity hurricane wind regions.

“Procure with haste” as solar power purchase agreement prices rise, says LevelTen Energy

U.S. solar power purchase agreement prices rose 4% quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, and prices may continue to increase for “months and years to come,” said a report from PPA marketplace operator LevelTen Energy.

China imposes new export controls on lithium ion battery technology

The Chinese government has introduced new export controls on key dual-use items, citing national security concerns. The move opened a new chapter in the ongoing trade confrontations with the US.

EcoFlow introduces whole-home battery system

The company’s new system offers an easy-to-install backup power system with smart home integration, scalable storage, and up to 36kW of continuous output for high-demand appliances.

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Standardized testing for indoor PV

Researchers at Simon Fraser University in Canada have proposed protocols for standardized testing to avoid skewed results. The validated recommendations cover procedures for key measurements and the use of the indoor PV reference cell method.

Researchers discover photovoltaic properties in zinc-based film

Research from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has found zinc-phosphate-hydrate (ZPH) films are capable of producing electricity from light. The coating’s photovoltage was amplified when anthocyanin, a natural dye found in blackberries, was added.

Astrobotic, Honda developing vertical solar, storage solution for lunar missions

Pittsburgh-based aerospace company Astrobotic and Honda’s North American subsidiary are working on integrating Astrobotic’s vertical solar array technology with Honda’s regenerative fuel cell system to develop a power and storage solution capable of supporting prolonged exploration of the moon.

NREL researchers address safety implications of next-generation battery technologies

Report says new evaluation methods, including AI, will help make future batteries safer.

As bidirectional EV charging grows, utility group suggests requiring interconnection

Interconnection of bidirectional EV chargers can enable grid compensation for EV owners while enhancing safety, says a report that offers comprehensive guidance for regulators.

IEA-PVPS warns soiling costs solar industry billions per year

The International Energy Agency’s Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA-PVPS) says dust, pollution, and debris on solar panels reduce output by 4% to 7% worldwide, costing the industry billions of euros annually and making tailored mitigation increasingly urgent.

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