Fraunhofer ISE warns of risk from higher than expected UV-induced degradation in TOPCon, PERC, HJT cells
The researchers of the German institute explained that UV-induced degradation may cause larger than expected efficiency and voltage losses in all dominant cell technologies, including TOPCon devices. The scientists expect that silicon nitride layers could be used to enhance TOPCon UV stability compared to PECVD layers typically utilized in PERC and heterojunction cells.
Sunrise brief: pv magazine awards 2024 announced
Also on the rise: A Virginia proposal would give the state a role in siting solar and storage over 20 MW. Louisiana 50 MW solar facility significantly boosts Bayou State’s clean energy production. And more.
Startup simplifying solar, battery, and EV charging connection secures funding
ConnectDER has secured $35 million in Series D funding to support its meter socket adapter (MSA) business, which integrates solar, storage, EV charging and more while avoiding main electrical panel upgrades.
Fossil fuel companies sued by all New England states, except one
Maine is the most recent state to sue fossil fuel companies for deception, negligence and more. New Hampshire is the one New England holdout that has not joined its neighbors in taking a stand against fossil fuel companies’ role in causing climate change.
Sinovoltaics updates PV module manufacturer financial stability ranking
The latest list sees India-based Insolation Energy, Waaree Renewable Technologies, and Solex Energy maintain the top three positions and Kyocera entering the top ten, up from thirteenths spot.
Louisiana 50 MW solar facility significantly boosts Bayou State’s clean energy production
The Sunlight Road Solar plant is now operational and will generate enough electricity to power approximately 11,500 homes.
A Virginia proposal would give the state a role in siting solar and storage over 20 MW
A draft recommendation calls for creating a Virginia advisory board that would regularize permitting of large solar and storage projects, to help guide the state toward meeting its clean energy goals.
New sodium-ion developments from CATL, BYD, Huawei
Sodium-ion batteries are undergoing a critical period of commercialization with Chinese cleantech juggernauts actively working on their products.
Panasonic offers residential heat pump solution that uses solar radiation forecasts
Panasonic has unveiled a new version of its Eco Cute CO2 heat pump that produces domestic hot water mostly during daytime based on solar radiation data. It integrates a dedicated app to obtain day-ahead solar forecasts and schedule water heating hours for the next day.
Shoals and Fike win at pv magazine Awards 2024
Two U.S. businesses top categories as the pv magazine Awards 2024 winners are revealed. The global competition recognizes innovative businesses and projects from across the globe. Expert independent jurors had high praise for U.S. companies in the Balance of System (BoS) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) categories.
