Addressing ESG in an ultra-low-cost environment
Shifting requirements for supply chain traceability and carbon footprint disclosure, along with solar oversupply and unsustainably low module prices, have made 2024 a challenging year for PV manufacturers. Despite these obstacles, the industry remains committed to its crucial role in the global energy transition. pv magazine recently spoke with Haimeng Zhang, chief strategy and environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) officer at Longi Green Energy, about how the sector is preparing to meet these challenges.
Generac presents new residential batteries
The U.S.-based storage system providers said its new batteries are configurable in 3 kWh modular increments up to 4 cabinets per site. Their roundtrip efficiency ranges from 88% to 91%.
Solar industry solidifying its place in history
In the opening General Session at RE+ 2024, the message is to show up, work together and continue to tell the story of the historic clean energy advances.
Solar recycler approved for National PV Recycling Program
Solar Energy Industries Association added SolarPanelRecycling.com to its list of approved vendors for recycling program.
Oxford PV starts commercial distribution of perovskite solar modules
Oxford PV is delivering its first commercial perovskite solar modules to U.S. customers. The 72-cell solar modules have an efficiency of 24.5% and, according to the company, can generate up to 20% more energy than conventional silicon modules.
Maxeon to offer warranty support for bankrupt SunPower
After closing its business, eligible SunPower customers will have their warranty supported by Maxeon.
People on the move: Kinematics, Heimdall Power, Shiney.ai and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities and energy transition finance.
Canadian Solar drops 15% post Q2 earnings report
The solar company logged $1.64 billion in revenue, down from $2.36 billion in the previous year’s Q2.
People on the move: Mayfield Renewables, First Solar, Meteomatics
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities and energy transition finance.
Northvolt closes Cuberg’s ops, shifts lithium-metal battery R&D to Sweden
Three years after acquiring U.S.-based Cuberg, Swedish battery maker Northvolt has decided to shut down the California unit and move future lithium-metal battery R&D to Sweden.
