Weak demand continues to exert downward pressure on solar module prices
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.
First Solar probes potential infringement of TOPCon patents
First Solar says it is evaluating potential infringement of its patents for its tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) tech, secured through the acquisition of TetraSun in 2013. The US thin-film solar module manufacturer has not named the companies involved or given a timeline for the investigation.
More than half of California solar customers to include battery storage
Falling battery costs, shifting regulations and interest in energy independence are driving increased battery attachment rates on residential solar projects in California.
North American solar power purchase agreements rise 3% in Q2
LevelTen Energy released its quarterly PPA Price Index Report, showing an increase in prices following a modest drop in Q1.
S&P Global launches daily spot market price assessment for solar panels
The tool has been billed as the world’s first independent daily spot market price assessment for solar panels. S&P Global says it has been launched to aid transparency in technology pricing as solar modules become increasingly commoditized.
Peak Energy secures $55 million Series A funding to manufacture sodium-ion batteries
The company plans to deliver its first systems in 2025 and open a full-scale production facility in 2027.
U.S. residential solar down 20% in 2024
A webinar hosted by Roth Capital Partners looked at the health of the residential solar market and forecasts for next year.
Elastocalorics could replace heat pumps, air conditioning systems
Elastocalorics have the potential to replace current air conditioning and heating systems, offering significant energy savings when paired with technologies such as photovoltaics.
All indoor PV technologies at a glance
A review of indoor PV cell technologies by an international research team delves into recent progress, characterization, and design strategies used to develop highly efficient cells. The study presents 250 commercial and laboratory devices, as well as applications and performance reporting.
Solar nears 9% of U.S. total electric generation capacity
The monthly energy infrastructure update from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) shows solar accounted for nearly 80% of capacity additions in May, continuing its dominance of new-build generation.
