M10 solar cell prices dive to new record low
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
Maxeon solar cells cleared of forced labor allegations after review
The analyst behind the “Over Exposed” report, examining the likelihood of forced labor in the supply chain of the solar module manufacturer, has revised their stance on Maxeon Solar. Detailed documentation and ongoing dialogue with the company prompted the re-evaluation.
China expected to dominate solar manufacturing through 2026
A Wood Mackenzie report forecasts that China will hold more than 80% of poly, wafer, cell and module manufacturing capacity for the next three years.
Longi claims 33.9% efficiency for perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell
The US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has confirmed Longi’s achievement of a world record-breaking efficiency rating of 33.9% for a perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell.
U.S., China dominate solar investment
China and the United States consistently attract the most annual solar investments. Together, they have received about 50% of all solar investments since 2015, according to a new report by the International Solar Alliance.
Hoymiles introduces quad-module three-phase solar microinverter
The company announced the North American launch of its inverter, which is designed for commercial and industrial installations.
Global inventory map of floating photovoltaics
A Chinese-US research group has created an up-to-date spatial datase to identify floating PV systems across the globe. The new tool uses Google Earth images, Sentinel satellite imagery, and multiple spectral indices.
Bslbatt introduces high-voltage battery for residential PV
China’s Bslbatt says its new batteries feature individual battery modules with voltages of 102.4 V and a capacity of 52 Ah. They can be stacked in series with two to seven battery modules.
Runergy releases new N-type solar module series
The company also inked new strategic cooperation agreements while displaying the new line of solar modules at RE+ 2023 in Las Vegas.
Gautam Solar introduces N-type TOPCon solar modules
The company released product lines for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications for the U.S. market.
