Top solar module providers lose billions in 2024 despite nearly doubling shipments
The world’s largest suppliers of solar panels shipped 500 GW but revenues decreased significantly, said a report from Wood Mackenzie.
Residential solar expected to grow 9% annually through 2030
U.S. Solar Market Insight Q2 2025 report sees great potential in the residential solar market despite current challenges including the tariff effect on supply chain, potential elimination of tax credits and continued high interest rates.
How state policy plays an important role in cutting carbon emissions
Using a breadth of datasets, researchers modeled how states’ clean energy goals might evolve under state-led action versus federal support.
Community solar an attractive proposition for installers
Many residential rooftop solar installers are considering entering the fast-growing community solar market but might find the landscape different from what they are used to.
How to fix policy on virtual power plants
The executive director of the Energy Policy Design Institute describes the development of virtual power plant policy frameworks that can help public utility commissions create clear regulations and set industry best practices.
U.S. solar manufacturing booms in Q1 while uncertainty looms
The increased manufacturing capacity supports the growing solar generating capacity, with solar and storage accounting for 82% of all new generating capacity added to the grid. However, the House bill coupled with rising tariffs threaten the trajectory.
pv magazine Homeowner Guide: Understanding the solar installation process
This pv magazine guide to home solar installations helps those who are interested in installing solar but need help making informed decisions. Here we provide insights from installers and industry specialists in major solar markets across the globe who share best practice guidance and advice that aims to be applicable to home solar installations anywhere in the world.
Tariffs spell harm to U.S. solar and energy storage industries
A recent Wood Mackenzie report examines two possible tariff scenarios and concludes that costs will skyrocket for both utility-scale solar development and battery energy storage systems.
How agrivoltaics could solve Nevada’s groundwater crisis
Installing agrivoltaics on previously irrigated land could help minimize the losses from reducing groundwater use, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Water Resources Association.
Unlocking a more affordable, reliable future with solar microgrids
Today’s microgrids are often associated with solar panels and battery storage, but they are versatile and can be powered by virtually any energy source.
