U.S. startup offers tin oxide, nickel oxide materials for flexible perovskite solar cells, modules
Sofab Inks, a spinoff of University of Louisville, said its transport layer materials enable perovskite solar cells with greater stability, efficiency, and scalability compared to incumbent materials.
Solar surpasses 10% of U.S. electrical generation for a full month for the first time
In April, solar photovoltaics accounted for 10.64% of all electricity generation, according to the EIA. Combined with wind, the two sources neared 25%, while carbon-free electricity edged above 49%.
Three Republican Senators call for easing clean energy cuts in budget bill
An amendment put forth by Iowa Senator Ernst seeks to extend tax credits and clarify FEOC rules.
How tracker companies are now platform solution providers
Racking and tracker companies are increasingly combining foundation solutions, multiple racking technologies, and a full eBOS offering into one developer-focused, integrated solution.
Maine’s governor signs controversial net-metering reforms into law
Solar advocates warn that the reforms will have a “chilling effect” on the state’s clean energy future.
Largest solar project in Wisconsin history gets the wildlife greenlight
The Wisconsin Wildlife Federation and Vista Sands Solar project reached an agreement to allow the 1.3 GW project to maintain its size while also protecting the greater prairie-chickens.
Senator to propose amendment that extends residential solar tax credit
Sen. Hickenlooper is expected to ask for a one-year extension, sunsetting the 25D tax credit after 2026.
Solar manufacturer closes 45X tax credit transfer
The sale of the 2025 45X tax credits supports Heliene’s manufacturing buildout in Minnesota.
Trinasolar targeting ‘high-value’ markets
Yang Bao, Trinasolar’s president of global sales and marketing, recently spoke with pv magazine about the company’s strategy for the solar and energy storage business.
Selling solar through storytelling
Before customers learn about net metering policies, virtual power plants or even what a kilowatt-hour is, they first need to overcome doubts about the technology — and that’s where stories come in.
