Solar manufacturers unite to develop 700 W+ module standards
Solar module size standardization will enhance supply chain efficiencies, boost production, and lower costs, according to the 700W+ Photovoltaic Open Innovation Ecological Alliance, thus accelerating the industrialization of 700 W or greater modules.
Trends in the hydrogen sector in 2023
The industry had policy support, including funding for regional clean hydrogen hubs, and some interesting project announcements this year.
Who’s on top of the residential solar-plus-storage market?
Wood Mackenzie’s new leaderboard ranks battery manufacturers and solar-plus-storage installers. Recent findings show that three companies have held 80% of the market since 2018, but that tide is turning as new providers enter the growing market.
Thin-film solar is the future of agrivoltaics
In contrast with traditional panels, thin-film solar modules are much more adaptable to these agricultural situations, thanks to their flexible, lightweight design.
Sunrise brief: Enphase to lay off 10% of workforce
Also on the rise: Longi announces 27.09% efficiency for heterojunction back contact solar cell. Two New York landfill solar projects become operational. And more.
Two New York landfill solar projects become operational
Catalyze announced that two solar projects in Lancaster, New York commenced operation, one of which serves Finger Lakes Health through a community solar agreement.
Sunrise brief: Winners of pv magazine awards 2023
Also on the rise: U.S. House Energy Committee expresses outrage over solar sales tactics. Trends in U.S. grid-scale energy storage. And more.
U.S. House Energy Committee expresses outrage over solar sales tactics
Committee sent a letter to Jigar Shah’s Loan Program Office asking questions about Sunnova’s sales tactics and customer support, in light of their recently granted $3 billion VPP guaranteed loans.
California is home to roughly 37% of U.S. electric vehicles
As of 2022, California hosted 27% of all U.S. EV charging stations. The number of EVs added is outpacing the number of charging locations deployed.
38% solar growth pushing wind-solar dynamic duo past coal in 2024
The EIA is forecasting a notable shift in the U.S. energy mix: coal’s contribution to electricity generation is projected to decrease to just 15% of national consumption, while the combined output of wind and solar will surpass 16%.
