Defining domestic content in solar projects
A closer look at guidance on the Inflation Reduction Act domestic content adder.
Sunrise brief: Maine residents vote against creating new utility
Also on the rise: U.S. solar electricity generation to surpass hydropower in 2024. China expected to dominate solar manufacturing through 2026. And more.
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.
NREL anticipates rising utility-scale costs, decreasing residential costs
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has updated its annual cost modeling tool in light of the Inflation Reduction Act, revealing increased labor costs for utility-scale solar projects and predominantly lower hardware costs due to new manufacturing tax credits.
Qcells completes expansion of Georgia solar manufacturing facility
The addition marks the first phase of Qcells’ factory expansion and brings module production capacity to more than 5.1 GW.
Sunrise brief: 3Sun to offer Oklahoma-built modules by 2025, perovskites possible by 2027
Also on the rise: Solar cell prices are expected to hit fresh record lows following China’s Golden Week. Aqua Metals, 6K plan first circular supply chain for lithium batteries in the U.S. And more.
3Sun to offer Oklahoma-built modules by 2025, perovskites possible by 2027
3Sun, once limited to Enel projects, has plans for up to 9 GW of global module manufacturing capacity split between the Old and New World locations – with the potential of perovskite modules being available in 2027.
Manufacturing a solar powered economy
One year after the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, federal policies help turn the page toward an economy powered by emissions-free technology and domestic manufacturing.
On the Floor at RE+: $12/module recycling, Tesla Powerwall III specs, EV vegetation management, and more
During an electrifying visit to Las Vegas, pv magazine USA not only enjoyed a party in an ice bar and another in a Ferris Wheel above the city, but also attended SEIA’s “Women in Solar” event and shook hands with numerous manufacturers of solar goods.
Sunrise brief: Ushering in new era of U.S. clean energy at RE+ 2023
Also on the rise: Lithium-ion battery fire in California energy storage facility. Spotted on the show floor at RE+ 2023. And more.
