Sharp launches 450 W bifacial TOPCon module with 22.52% efficiency
Sharp’s new IEC61215- and IEC61730-certified solar panels have an operating temperature coefficient of -0.29% per C and a bifaciality factor of over 80%.
A-Frames, weather stations, batteries, and more – highlights from RE+ 2024, Day 1
RE+ 2024 in Anaheim kicked off with 45,000 registered attendees exploring more than 1,350 booths, showcasing an expanding solar industry, with batteries now stepping into the spotlight.
RE+ 2024: Key takeaways on the U.S. solar industry
The 4.9 earthquake that shook Anaheim on the last day of RE+ 2024 did little to rattle the enthusiasm seen and felt at the largest energy conference in North America.
In case you missed it: Five big solar stories in the news this week
pv magazine USA spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.
Silfab launches 640 W utility-scale solar panels
The Canada-based manufacturer said its new panels have a temperature coefficient of -0.29% per C and an efficiency of up to 22.92%. They come with a 30-year power output guarantee for 89.3% of the initial yield.
Jackery, Geneverse present new residential energy storage system
The two U.S.-based companies are showcasing their new home energy system with up to 123.2 kWh of storage at RE+ 2024 event in the United States. The new product has four MPPTs, with a max current of 16 A per string.
Sunrise brief: Software will complete first-stage clean energy interconnection studies in one day
Also on the rise: Canada considers surtax on solar products, batteries from China. Highlights from the floor at RE+. And more.
Enact Systems expands PV installer, buyer platform
The platform for buyers and installers of solar and energy storage projects has added several new productivity features, as well as German and Spanish language support. It also has some additional third-party application program interface (API) integrations.
Sunrise brief: Solar industry solidifying its place in history
Also on the rise: U.S. House fails to move on restricting manufacturing tax credits. U.S. solar tracker and module manufacturer partner on solar solution . And more.
