Emiliano Bellini
Reuse or replace? IEA PVPS analysis considers all options for underperfoming PV modules
In a new report, experts from the International Energy Agency Photovoltaic Power System Programme (IEA-PVPS) have assessed the economical and environmental benefits of repairing and reusing or replacing solar modules that are not complying with a 30-year expected lifetime.
How PV performs close to radio, TV antennas
Researchers in Kenya have analyzed the performance of an off-grid PV system located near an isotropic antenna as an emitting source.
Long-duration thermal storage system based on silica sand
Developed by Italian dry bottom ash handling system provider Magaldi Power, the system produces green thermal energy — steam or hot air — which can be used directly in industrial plants or for the generation of electricity using steam turbines.
New tech recovers pure silicon from end-of-life solar cells
The technique is reported to be able to deliver recycled silicon with a purity of up to 99.9984%.
Solar retains it LCOE edge in latest Lazard analysis
Utility-scale solar–both thin-film and crystalline silicon–as well as wind have the lowest LCOE of all U.S. sources considered.
Maxeon to set up 2.6 GW module hub in Mexico for U.S. market
Output will be shipped to the U.S. and the company is considering a U.S.-based manufacturing presence.
How much glass is needed for terawatt-scale solar PV?
German scientists have assessed demand for resources such as glass and silver until 2100 and have found that current tech learning rates could be sufficient to avoid supply concerns.
Solar-powered delivery van with 400 km range
Swedish start-up Clean Motion hopes to commercialize an electric delivery van that is also powered by IBC solar modules placed on its roof.
Skyrocketing energy, carbon prices already make green hydrogen competitive
Gas and electricity prices are putting the global economy under pressure while also opening huge opportunities for solar, renewables, and green hydrogen.
Solaria unveils 430 W pure black residential solar panel
The module has a power conversion efficiency of 20.40%, a size of 1,076×1,957x35mm, and a weight of 21.3kg.
