0 Powered by : BlueNewables is a Spain-based renewable energy technology, has delivered Spain’s first pre-commercial floating marine solar platform to the Port of Valencia. The project includes two floating solar units of 500 kW each, reaching a total capacity of 1 MW. The first platform will undergo testing outside the southern breakwater of the Port of Valencia, with the second unit expected by the end of summer. The project is supported by IDAE under the RENMARINAS VALENCIAPORT programme funded by the European Union–NextGeneration EU. The catamaran-style platform uses bifacial solar panels designed to improve energy generation and maintenance in marine conditions. Naturgy and BlueNewables will jointly evaluate the technology over a two-year testing and monitoring period. SOLARbytes brings you the latest news in solar world in bite size; essentially a gist of important solar news in few sentences. Subscribe to our Newsletter!
Chinese solar module manufacturer Lians Technology has launched a heterojunction (HJT) solar module with multi-cut shingled cell design for residential and commercial rooftop PV systems. The module relies on large-format HJT cells, a shingled design to reduce inactive spacing and front-side metallization losses by overlapping narrow cell strips and a zero busbar (0BB) architecture to improve current collection and reduce silver consumption. “Lians’ advanced multi-cut shingled structure optimizes current transmission paths and reduces electrical losses, enabling a 15W–20W increase in front-side power output, enhanced rear-side energy yield, and further reduction in levelized cost of energy (LCOE),” the company said in a statement. The Venus Pro module is built with 102 multi-cut HJT cell strips derived from 210 mm wafers, each measuring 210 mm × 52.5 mm, and arranged in a 12 × 17 cell configuration. It measures 1,762 mm × 1,303 mm × 30 mm, with a surface area of approximately 2.3 m², and weighs 26 kg. It is available with an aluminum alloy or composite material frame and uses 2.0 mm front glass and 1.6 mm rear glass. The new product is available in eight versions with power outputs ranging from 530 W to 565 W and offer power conversion efficiencies of 23.08% to 24.61%. Its open-circuit voltage is specified at 38.13 V to 38.96 V, while the short-circuit current ranges from 16.91 A to 17.20 A. It supports a maximum system voltage of 1,500 V DC and a maximum series fuse rating of 35 A. The module has a temperature coefficient of temperature coefficient of −0.24%/C and is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from −40 C to 85 C. For mechanical performance, the Venus Pro series is certified according to relevant IEC standards and carries a TÜV SÜD Class II safety rating. The dual-glass construction is rated to withstand a front-side snow load of 5,400 Pa and a rear-side wind load of 2,400 Pa. The Venus Pro modules come with a 15-year product warranty and a 30-year linear power warranty. Lians specifies first-year degradation below 1%, followed by annual degradation of no more than 0.32% from the second through the 30th year, ensuring a minimum retained power output of 89.75% after 30 years. “Lians has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the world’s first HJT multi-cut shingled module manufacturer to receive both TÜV Rheinland and CE certifications, marking international recognition of its technological innovation, product reliability, and commercial application capabilities,” the manufacturer said. Lians currently operates manufacturing facilities in China’s Sichuan and Jiangsu provinces, with a combined HJT production capacity of 8.8 GW, according to its own figures. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. Comments Please login to comment Tuesday, August 11, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 30, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid The June issue of pv magazine Global is out now! Available in print and digital – get your copy today! Thursday, October 7, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid pv magazine USA hosts its third multi-day virtual event on advancing U.S. solar and energy storage markets, covering financing, supply chains, and distributed energy’s role in grid resilience. Entries open in seven categories: Modules, Inverters, BoS, BESS, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Projects. April 01 – August 31, 2026 A two-day conference in Austin, Texas, bringing together leaders in US solar manufacturing, equipment specification, and factory execution. Saudi Arabia is accelerating its clean energy transition—join the SunRise Arabia Clean Energy Conference 2026 in Riyadh to explore how solar PV and energy storage are powering its digital economy. Showcase your brand across all our platforms: from 13 websites in 7 languages to our magazines, daily newsletters, industry events and more. Reach your audience the right way!
The International Energy Agency Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA PVPS) has released a new reportanalysing the performance and reliability of battery energy storage systems integrated with solar PV plants under real operating conditions. The study, produced under Task 13, reviews current technologies, defines practical performance metrics and identifies research gaps based on field data and case studies. The publication comes as solar PV combined with battery storage continues to expand across residential, commercial and utility scale markets. In 2025 alone, global installations added 104 GW and 257 GWh of battery storage, bringing total installed capacity to 267 GW and 610 GWh. The trend reflects growing demand for flexible and dispatchable renewable energy solutions beyond traditional applications in electric vehicles and consumer electronics. According to the report, the performance of solar plus storage systems is influenced by a wide range of factors beyond battery chemistry. These include system topology, inverter behaviour, control logic, operating profiles, temperature conditions and firmware. Together, these elements determine efficiency, degradation rates, end of life estimation and operational reliability. Field evidence shows notable gaps between expected and actual system performance. Case studies, particularly from residential installations, reveal variability in efficiency levels, inverter losses, state of charge estimation accuracy, cell balancing and thermal management. These discrepancies highlight the need for improved monitoring frameworks and more consistent data quality across installations. The report identifies six core indicators for assessing system performance and health. These include capacity, power tolerance, internal resistance, round trip efficiency, response time and standby losses. The agency notes that using these metrics can support better fault detection, more accurate ageing analysis and improved operational decision making. IEA PVPS emphasises that harmonised monitoring standards, open access to high quality data and validated ageing models will be critical to ensure reliable and cost effective deployment of solar PV paired with battery storage as adoption accelerates globally. Link to the full report HERE Author: Bryan Groenendaal
GoodWe recently showed new energy storage products it has launched as the company evolves from inverter manufacturer to provide comprehensive energy solutions for its customers. At The smarter E 2026 in Munich, the company showcased how its new products are integrated into GoodWe’s total energy concept. At the event, Jonas Ding, Territory Manager DACH for GoodWe, introduced the ESA Athena S3 micro-storage unit and the ESA All-in-One storage solution for residential systems. In his interview, Ding said both residential products have the company’s “4-S” features: silent, simple, secure, and smart. GoodWe also brought new C&I products to the booth, including the BAT-C Series battery cabinet with 208.9-261.2 kWh capacity. This year’s Intersolar also marked the first presentation of the company’s utility-scale energy storage portfolio. Ding said that GoodWe’s advances on the software side are particularly focused on the energy management system. It tracks every device in one single platform and enables end users to optimize their energy use and to take advantage of flexible tariffs to participate in energy markets. Watch the interview here: This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. Comments Please login to comment Tuesday, August 11, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 30, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid The June issue of pv magazine Global is out now! Available in print and digital – get your copy today! Thursday, October 7, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid pv magazine USA hosts its third multi-day virtual event on advancing U.S. solar and energy storage markets, covering financing, supply chains, and distributed energy’s role in grid resilience. Entries open in seven categories: Modules, Inverters, BoS, BESS, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Projects. April 01 – August 31, 2026 A two-day conference in Austin, Texas, bringing together leaders in US solar manufacturing, equipment specification, and factory execution. Saudi Arabia is accelerating its clean energy transition—join the SunRise Arabia Clean Energy Conference 2026 in Riyadh to explore how solar PV and energy storage are powering its digital economy. Showcase your brand across all our platforms: from 13 websites in 7 languages to our magazines, daily newsletters, industry events and more. Reach your audience the right way!
0 By clicking the button, I accept the Terms of Use of the service and its Privacy Policy, as well as consent to the processing of personal data. Don’t have an account? Signup Powered by : Follow Us The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), in collaboration with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), hosted a capacity-building workshop on Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) on July 21, 2026, at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The workshop focused on the newly developed BIPV Guidebook, aimed at supporting policymakers, urban planners, architects, developers, industry stakeholders, and researchers in accelerating the adoption of BIPV technologies across the Global South. BIPV offer a transformative solution by incorporating solar photovoltaic technologies directly into building envelopes such as façades, roofs etc., allowing structures to generate clean electricity while serving conventional architectural functions. Despite its significant potential, widespread adoption of BIPV has remained limited due to higher upfront costs, fragmented supply chains, inadequate standards, financing constraints, and limited technical capacity. To address these challenges, the ISA, with support from TERI (India), Sun Appeal (Switzerland), Arconsol (Austria), and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI), has developed a comprehensive BIPV Guidebook that bridges research, policy, technology, and implementation for stakeholders across ISA Member Countries. The workshop aimed to familiarize participants with the Guidebook while facilitating discussions on BIPV technologies, climate-responsive design, financing models, business opportunities, policy frameworks, regulatory standards, and skill requirements. The programme also showcased case studies and practical implementation pathways to support large-scale deployment. In his opening remarks, Mr Ashish Khanna, Director General, International Solar Alliance, highlighted that as countries across the Global South continue to urbanize and expand their infrastructure, buildings will play a defining role in shaping future energy demand. He noted that BIPV offer a unique opportunity to transform buildings from passive energy consumers into active producers of clean electricity. Emphasizing the importance of international collaboration, he stated that the “BIPV Guidebook has been developed through extensive consultations with global partners, incorporating diverse experiences and best practices.” He also talked about importance of developing BIPV ecosystem for its wider adoption in the Global South countries. He further informed participants that the Guidebook is scheduled for an official launch at the ISA Assembly in November 2026, supporting wider BIPV adoption across Member Countries. Delivering the special address, Dr Jiwesh Nandan, Distinguished fellow, TERI, said, “As energy demand continues to rise with rapid urbanization, economic growth, and increasing cooling needs, it is imperative to explore innovative pathways for integrating renewable energy within our cities. Building-Integrated Photovoltaics offer a promising solution by utilizing existing building surfaces to generate clean energy, thereby reducing dependence on additional land resources. In a country like India, where land availability is often a challenge, BIPV can help offset growing electricity demand while contributing to sustainable urban development, energy resilience, and long-term decarbonization efforts.” Providing an overview of the Guidebook, Dr Gurleen Kaur, Co-Lead, Technology Roadmap and Policy Unit, International Solar Alliance, shared that the “BIPV Guidebook has been developed as a comprehensive resource to help stakeholders. Developed through extensive stakeholder consultations and expert discussions across the Global South, the Guidebook draws on insights from 110 stakeholders across 17 countries and incorporates findings from surveys, consultations, and climate-specific analyses. Covering six climate zones: tropical, arid, coastal, temperate, Mediterranean, and snow-prone climates and designed to support 118 ISA Member Countries, the Guidebook adopts a climate-responsive and context-specific approach.” The workshop featured expert-led technical sessions covering the fundamentals of BIPV technologies, climate-specific deployment strategies, financing and business models, policy instruments, regulatory pathways, standards and certifications, as well as real-world case studies and workforce skill requirements. A concluding forum discussion provided participants with an opportunity to exchange experiences and identify collaborative pathways for scaling BIPV adoption.
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GameChange Energy, a global energy infrastructure company, demonstrates success in creating client loyalty and trust through the successful delivery of five photovoltaic projects across Portugal, for Zagope, a Portuguese civil engineering and construction firm, founded in 1967, all built with GameChange Energy’s MaxSpan™ fixed-tilt mounting system. The partnership began with the 149 MW Douro PV plant in northern Portugal, which served as the catalyst for a lasting client relationship. Located in Tarouca, Viseu district, the Douro project featured complex technical challenges, including hard-rock geology, slopes up to 15%, compressed installation timelines, and stringent reporting requirements. GameChange Energy’s approach reduced CAPEX, enabled precise terrain adaptation, accelerated installation, streamlined construction, and ensured full alignment with Zagope’s oversight requirements through transparent, real-time reporting. The successful delivery of Douro established the basis for a broader five-project portfolio in Portugal that includes: Acail (28 MW), Riodades (61 MW), Sendim (120 MW), and Felgueiras (39 MW). Guilherme Rodrigues, Head of Procurement – Energy & Renewables at Zagope commented: “Across several photovoltaic projects, MaxSpan™ consistently demonstrated clear advantages in both cost efficiency and execution. Its suitability for challenging mountainous terrain with steep, rocky profiles translated into optimized CAPEX and measurable reductions in earthworks and mechanical installation time”. Rodrigues continued: “Equally noteworthy is GameChange’s engineering support—highly competent, responsive, and well-versed across the multiple disciplines required in utility-scale solar projects. In each case, following thorough comparative analyses of alternative solutions, MaxSpan™ proved to be the most appropriate choice for the specific site conditions, reinforcing our confidence in both the product and the partnership.” The value of the solution extended beyond the steel itself. The project required responsive engineering, transparent reporting and day-to-day coordination across civil works, manufacturing, logistics and installation. This was particularly important at Douro, where a change in one workstream could quickly affect several others. Damian Río, Director of Operations at GameChange Solar, stated: “Douro is a strong example of what bankable execution looks like in practice. By combining project-specific engineering, close coordination with Zagope, and a construction approach adapted to steep, hard-rock terrain, we helped keep installation predictable, cost-efficient, and aligned with the project schedule. Just as importantly, this project reinforced a trusted partnership that continues to grow across Portugal.” The collaboration with Zagope demonstrates GameChange Energy’s commitment to client loyalty, long-term partnership, and reliable execution in complex environments. Click here to download the case study: “Douro 149 MW. Delivering Bankability, Earning Loyalty”. Sé el primero en comentar…
Halocell Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding with MSWay which will provide electrode materials to support the expansion of flexible perovskite PV cell production at Halocell’s manufacturing facility in the New South Wales Riverina region and accelerate the commercialisation of the technology. Under the agreement, MSWay will supply its proprietary flexible transparent electrode (FTE) materials for integration into Halocell’s roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing processes at its production facility in Wagga Wagga. Halocell, which produces lightweight and flexible PV modules optimised for low-light conditions, said FTEs are a critical component in perovskite solar cells, directly determining the charge collection efficiency, light transmittance, and flexibility of the cells. “As a result, FTE technology plays a decisive role in the overall performance, durability, and reliability of next-generation flexible solar applications,” the company said. Halocell said MSWay’s perovskite electrode solutions feature high optical transparency, low sheet resistance, and excellent mechanical flexibility, making the technology a natural fit for its R2R printed perovskite solar modules. “MSWay’s technology aligns directly with our pursuit of lightweight, high-efficiency, flexible solar solutions for satellites, fixedwing drones, and other advanced applications,” the company said. “By combining MSWay’s advanced electrode tech with Halocell’s scalable printing process, we are one step closer to lightweight, high-efficiency solar energy everywhere.” The partnership comes after Halocell last month secured a $606,680 (USD 423,462) grant under the Australian government’s Industry Growth Program to expand its manufacturing capabilities, upgrade equipment and grow operations at its Wagga Wagga headquarters. Hallcell said the funding will allow it to introduce advanced R2R equipment and optimise manufacturing processes for higher quality and consistency. The project is expected to boost production of the company’s indoor perovskite PV modules from 7,000 to 100,000 units per annum. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. Comments Please login to comment Tuesday, August 11, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 30, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 16, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Tuesday, July 14, 2026 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm AEST, Sydney The June issue of pv magazine Global is out now! Available in print and digital – get your copy today! Thursday, October 7, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Entries open in seven categories: Modules, Inverters, BoS, BESS, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Projects. April 01 – August 31, 2026
Solar power is booming, but actually building those sprawling solar farms is still a slow, heavy-lifting job. Workers have to pick up panels that weigh about 100 pounds each and place them onto frames by hand. A typical eight-person crew can manage around 800 panels in a day. That pace has become a real bottleneck as the solar energy build-out runs into a labor market challenge. Gritt Robotics thinks it has a better way. The company uses off-the-shelf robotic arms and vehicles, controlled by AI software, to do the heavy work. The robots place each panel onto its frame with sub-millimeter accuracy. The numbers are the easiest way to see the difference. With Gritt‘s system, that same eight-person crew can install between 3,000 and 4,000 solar panels per day. That is roughly four to five times the old rate. Get the market news that matters in a five-minute read with Market Briefs, our free daily newsletter Co-founder and CEO Puneet Puri, who studied at Carnegie Mellon, calls what they are building a layer of “physical AI” – a kind of intelligence that can handle the messy, chaotic conditions of a construction site. The robots do not just place panels either. They also collect data from sensors on the job. The founders imagine the system could warn crews about an open trench before a storm rolls in, or flag missing inventory. Over time, Gritt plans to add even more skills like fastening panels, drilling posts, and building mounting racks, and eventually tying rebar before concrete is poured. The global push for clean energy is hitting a wall: not enough workers. There simply are not enough trained people to build all the solar plants that governments and utilities want. At the same time, AI has advanced far enough to let robots work outdoors, where lighting and terrain change every minute. Puri explains the thinking this way: “Our thesis is that if we truly want to speed up construction, you need an intelligence which can work in the outdoor, chaotic environments of these construction sites, and it has to be generalizable enough that it can work in these varied environments.” Andrew Beebe, the Obvious Ventures partner who led the funding round, says Gritt’s founders are the rare kind who can make technology work in the real world. “There are people who used to build rockets that went into space and had infinite budget for the smallest little part, and then there are people who know what it means to get into dirty, dull, and dangerous jobs and scale them like mad,” he says. “These guys are in the second camp.” Gritt is still early. Join Market Briefs, our free daily newsletter, for a quick daily rundown of the markets
Chinese manufacturer Sineng Electric has introduced the SP-510K-H, a high-power string inverter for utility-scale solar projects. Built for project block configurations exceeding 7 MW, the inverter measures 1,210 mm x 900 mm x 413 mm and weighs 135 kg. It supports a maximum DC input voltage of 1650 V, enabling longer string layouts—adding two to three additional modules per string—to significantly reduce mounting structure and balance-of-system (BOS) costs. On the AC side, the inverter has a 1,000 V output rating to reduce line losses and supports aluminum cabling and power line communication (PLC) to further lower BOS costs. The transformerless inverter offers a maximum efficiency of 99.0% and a European efficiency of 98.8%. It features six maximum power point trackers (MPPTs) supporting up to 36 strings and allows a DC/AC ratio of up to 1.8. Sineng Electric said the SP-510K-H incorporates grid-forming capabilities for operation in weak grids with a short-circuit ratio (SCR) of 0.93 or higher. The company said the inverter supports black-start capability and wide-band oscillation suppression to improve grid restoration and stability. It also provides dynamic frequency regulation with virtual inertia adjustment from 0 seconds to 20 seconds and a reactive power response time of 10 ms. For operations and maintenance, the inverter includes AI-based power generation forecasting, automated current-voltage (I-V) and capacitance-voltage (C-V) curve diagnostics, and MPPT-level insulation monitoring for fault detection and localization. Safety features include AFCI 2.0 arc-fault detection, terminal temperature monitoring, millisecond-level fault isolation, and Type I+II DC surge protection. The inverter has an IP66-rated enclosure, IP68-rated cooling fans, C5 corrosion protection, and is designed to operate at full power at altitudes of up to 4,000 m. “MPPT-level insulation monitoring enables precise fault localization, significantly improving troubleshooting efficiency and reducing downtime. Real-time AC and DC terminal temperature monitoring provides early warning of overheating,” the manufacturer said in a statement.
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The agreement covers 5 GW of manufacturing capacity and will combine Caelux's energy-producing solar glass with Rayzon Solar's TOPCon solar modules, enabling the production of hybrid perovskite-silicon modules with efficiencies of up to 28 percent. July 22, 2026. By Abha Rustagi NoPo' Gadhadar Reddy Explains India's Deep-Tech Opportunity in Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes AI-enabled Manufacturing Will Reshape Indian Solar Production in Next 5 Years: Zuvay CEO Decentralised Energy Solutions to Drive India’s EV Revolution: Sanskar Modi of SunCharge Motors Hybrid Projects Need Smarter Execution, Explains Shantanu Upasani, Head of Construction, ENGIE Global Technology, Local Feedstocks Will Drive India’s SAF Growth: Honeywell's Ranjit Kulkarni
LONGGANG, China, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dinto Solar has won a bid in the 1 GW heterojunction (HJT) module category under China Datang Corporation Ltd.’s 2026–2027 photovoltaic module framework procurement programme. The successful bid marks another step in the commercial adoption of HJT technology by one of China’s largest state-owned power producers and reflects the growing role of HJT in utility-scale solar development. Dinto Solar Wins Bid in China Datang’s 1 GW HJT Module Procurement China Datang is one of China’s leading state-owned power generation companies, with renewable energy projects spanning utility-scale PV, distributed generation, agrivoltaics and desert renewable energy bases. In this latest procurement programme, the company maintained a dedicated HJT procurement category alongside other mainstream n-type technologies, including TOPCon and BC, highlighting continued market demand for diversified high-efficiency PV solutions. As solar projects expand into increasingly diverse operating environments, developers are placing greater emphasis on lifetime energy yield, reliability and environmental adaptability rather than peak efficiency alone. HJT modules combine high conversion efficiency, a superior temperature coefficient, high bifaciality and low degradation. These characteristics help reduce power losses at elevated operating temperatures, increase rear-side energy capture and support stronger lifetime energy yield across demanding applications, including desert, coastal and high-altitude projects. Dinto Solar has established an integrated HJT technology platform covering cell development, process optimization and large-scale manufacturing. The company continues to advance key technologies including low-silver metallization, 1/3-cut cell architecture, copper-metallized HJT and perovskite-HJT tandem technology, further strengthening the performance and scalability of HJT products. Its flagship HJT modules deliver up to 770 W of power and 24.8% module efficiency, with products above 730 W already deployed in utility-scale and commercial projects worldwide. To date, Dinto Solar’s HJT modules have been supplied to more than 100 projects across over 30 countries and regions, covering diverse applications including desert PV, offshore solar, agrivoltaics and distributed generation. These projects continue to demonstrate the technology’s ability to deliver stable performance under a wide range of operating conditions. About Dinto Solar Dinto Solar Co., Ltd. is a China National-Level High-Tech Enterprise specializing in the R&D, manufacturing and commercialization of high-efficiency n-type HJT solar cells and modules. Established in 2017 as a subsidiary of SPlC’s Central Research Institute, the company is dedicated to accelerating the industrialization of HJT technology and driving innovation across the global solar industry. Website: www.dintosolar.com Follow "Dinto Solar" on LinkedIn and Facebook for more heterojunction updates.
The global solar industry has been taking off like a rocket while relying primarily on silicon, a material first introduced back in 1954. Now a new wave of 21st century materials is poised to turbo-boost solar power into the next level, with perovskite solar cells front and center. Perovskites are inexpensive materials that can reduce the cost of solar cells while expanding the supply chain and opening up new windows of opportunity — literally, in the field of transparent or semi-transparent solarized window glass. The dream of a see-through solar window is heady stuff. After all, windows are notorious for leaking energy out of buildings. Transforming them into clean power generating stations is a game-changer. However, the devil is in the details. Silicon is a mature technology but it faces limitations as applied to solarized windows. Advanced thin film materials are in the running, but the expense can be prohibitive. Ideally, a solar window lets in enough light to take advantage of daylight, while capturing and converting enough solar energy to justify the additional expense (see more see-through solar window background here). The latest news in that space comes from the top research institution University College of London, where a team of materials scientists has been working on scaleup as well as improving solar window efficiency. Their material of choice is perovskite, a class of lab-grown synthetic crystals based on the naturally occurring mineral perovskite. Their new study, published in the journal Advanced Energy Materials, makes the case for perovskites to achieve a desirable range of transparency while also converting solar energy to electricity. The new study, titled “Multimodal Strategy for Efficient Semi-Transparent Perovskite Solar Cells and Modules with Record Indoor Performance,” describes how perovskite-enabled solar windows can achieve a balance between transparency and power generation. The lead author on the study, Ph.D. candidate Siming Huang, explains that their semi-transparent solar window provides the same function as a tinted window by helping to keep interior spaces cool, while also generating electricity. “This is especially important in hotter areas of the world that use a high proportion of energy on air conditioning,” Huang notes. In the study, the UCL team affirms that their window allows a reasonable amount of light in, at 30% compared to 80-90% for conventional window glass, while delivering a respectable 14% solar conversion efficiency as a solar module. The study is also noteworthy because the UCL team established that their perovskite solar cell delivered 22% solar conversion efficiency for bright indoor light, and they demonstrated the first scalable 30 × 30 square centimeter module of its kind, too. Published in the peer reviewed journal Advanced Energy Materials, the study lays out the details: “Guided by transfer matrix simulations, a 1.7 eV FAMA-based perovskite layer with a thickness of ∼185 nm was integrated with an optimized MoO3/Au/MoO3 top electrode (59.9% transmittance). Incorporation of the bifunctional molecule 3-trifluoromethyl-1H-1,2,4-triazole, which coordinates with undercoordinated Pb2+ via ─CF3 group and forms N…H interactions with FA+/halide species, effectively suppresses trap-assisted recombination and stabilizes the lattice.” Got all that? UCL also offers a plain-language explanation. The molecule m3-trifluoromethyl-1H-1,2,4-triazole reduces defects called “traps,” within which electrons can get stuck before giving up their energy. “This molecule also helped stabilise the perovskite crystal structure, preventing degradation over time,” UCL adds. The school also notes that the electrodes in perovskite solar cells are typically made with gold, which blocks light. The research team engineered transparency into their electrodes by creating a sandwich comprised of an ultra-thin layer of gold in the middle, and transparent layers of molybdenum oxide on each side. The UCL researchers are looking forward to next steps. Because perovskite solar cells are lightweight and flexivle, they can be applied to curved glass surfaces and windows, including car parts. Scaling up beyond 30×30 cm is also on the to-do list. In the meantime, perovskite solar cell stakeholders in the US have not been asleep at the wheel. One example is the Kentucky-based startup Sofab Inks, which has been producing specialized perovskite solutions aimed at resolving the durability issues that plagued earlier efforts in the perovskite solar cell field. Sofab has come up with a formula that eliminates C60, a fullerene commonly used in perovskite solar cells. Fullerenes are variations on the structure of carbon, with C60 being known for its soccer ball shape. C60 is also a relatively fragile material. “A perovskite cell is only as good as its weakest layer, and the industry has been stuck with C60, a fullerene,” explains Sofab co-founder and CEO Blake Martin. “It’s the largest source of voltage loss in the device and the point where fielded modules crack first. That’s the layer we replace,” Martin elaborates. “Our metal-oxide nanoparticles bond six to ten times more strongly than C60 and hold up at real sizes, running at 22.3% on 30-centimeter single junction modules.” Sofab spun out of research at the University of Louisville and private sector investors are taking note as the company fine-tunes its manufacturing method. On July 21, Sofab announced the close of a $6 million round of seed funding, with the firm Cloudberry Ventures taking the lead role. The funds will enable Sofab to expand its engineering team and transition into high-velocity production. As with the UCL team, Sofab notes that perovskite solar cells are lightweight and flexible, opening up applications on curved surfaces that are unavailable to conventional silicon solar cells. The company is also among those anticipating the space solar field will provide another window of opportunity. “Our investment reflects our confidence in Sofab’s trajectory as they solve a critical technical bottleneck and scale production to meet the global demand for innovative materials for next-generation solar,” enthused Cloudberry founder and general partner Mahir Sahin in a press statement. You can say that again. Sofab states that it has already engaged, to one degree or another, with about 90% of the perovskite industry. In particular, the company name-checks Alpha Precision Systems, Energy Materials Corporation, and Halocell Energy among others. APS, for example, has been contributing its resources to Sofab over the past two years, including its slot die coating process. “APS looks forward to continuing our collaboration with Sofab, with the objective of providing customers with a total solution that integrates Sofab Tinfab materials deposited with APS slot die coating and drying systems,” explains APS CEO Miguel Friedrich, with Tinfab referring to Sofab’s tin-oxide formula. Sofab also has a relationship with Arizona State University, where a research group has been applying Tinfab as a fullerene replacement to improve perovskite solar cell durability. “We have observed that fullerene-based materials are the mechanical weak link in terms of extremely low fracture energies that trigger delamination and restrict the commercial viability of perovskite-based technology,” explains ASU professor Dr. Nick Rolston, who heads up the school’s Renewable Energy Materials and Devices Lab. For further news on the US perovskite scene, keep an eye on another durability solution that involves combining a layer of silicon with perovskite for a low-cost efficiency boost. Photo: Perovskite solar cells are contributing to the see-through solar window field, providing the cooling benefits of tinted windows alongside the ability to generate electricity from window glass (cropped, courtesy of UCL). CleanTechnica’s Comment Policy Tina has been covering advanced energy technology, military sustainability, emerging materials, biofuels, ESG and related policy and political matters for CleanTechnica since 2009. Follow her @tinamcasey on LinkedIn, Mastodon or Bluesky. Tina Casey has 4247 posts and counting. See all posts by Tina Casey
Off-grid power specialist Pacific Energy has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with state-owned regional energy provider Horizon Power to deliver a renewables-based power system to Menzies in Western Australia’s northern Goldfields, aiming to deliver up to 80% of the town’s energy demand by 2027. The new system, to be designed, built and operated by Perth-based Pacific Energy, will combine 409 kW of solar generation and 2.8 MWh of battery energy storage. The solar array and battery system will be capable of delivering approximately 80% of the total power supply for the small northern Goldfields town, with diesel generation used as backup when required. Construction of the new system, to be built about 280 metres south of the existing power station, is scheduled to begin later this year with first power from the new system expected to be delivered to the Menzies community in 2027. Menzies’ current power supply is primarily generated from diesel-fuelled assets that Horizon said have reached end of life. Horizon Chief Executive Officer Krystal Skinner said replacing this infrastructure with a new hybrid renewable energy system will improve reliability, reduce emissions and support the town’s long-term energy needs. “The new hybrid renewable system in Menzies will deliver high levels of renewable energy penetration,” she said. “By replacing ageing infrastructure with modern, fit‑for‑purpose solutions, we’re ensuring towns can meet future residential and industrial growth, while supporting greater uptake of customer-led energy solutions, such as solar and batteries.” Western Australian Mines Minister David Michael said Menzies’ shift to renewables mirrors the efforts of other remote communities and off-grid operations in the region. “The region is already leading the way in carbon emissions reduction with several new mines using solar and wind energy with battery storage to run up to 100% of their power requirements on renewable sources,” he said. “Domestic energy users are joining the transition as we convert more towns in the Goldfields to predominantly renewable sources, supported by battery storage.” The Menzies microgrid project is just the latest for Horizon which services one of the most expansive electricity grids in the world – a 2.3 million square kilometre area that covers much of the state. As part of its role, it operates 38 microgrids in some of the most isolated and remote communities in the world, many of them still powered by a combination of gas and diesel fuel, but that is changing – both in line with state targets for a 100% renewable grid by 2030 and because the economics of technologies like solar and batteries are outstripping traditional generation sources. Pacific Energy is also building a 2.4 MW solar farm and 9.9 MWh battery in the Goldfields town of Leonora, while a system comprising a 9.6 MW solar farm and 10 MW / 49.6 MWh of battery energy storage that will help power the town of Exmouth in the state’s Gascoyne region is nearing completion. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. Comments Please login to comment Tuesday, August 11, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 30, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 16, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Tuesday, July 14, 2026 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm AEST, Sydney The June issue of pv magazine Global is out now! Available in print and digital – get your copy today! Thursday, October 7, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Entries open in seven categories: Modules, Inverters, BoS, BESS, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Projects. April 01 – August 31, 2026
Polaris Renewable Solutions selects AXITEC's AXIbiperfect GXXL TS 600Wp Bifacial modules for a Nashik project, enhancing energy yield, reliability and long-term project economics. July 22, 2026. By News Bureau AXITEC Energy India, the Indian arm of Germany-based premium solar module manufacturer AXITEC Energy GmbH, has announced that its AXIbiperfect GXXL TS 600Wp Bifacial solar modules have been deployed in a 1.25 MWp solar power project located in Dindori, Nashik, Maharashtra. The project has been developed and executed by Polaris Renewable Solutions, which selected AXITEC's high-performance bifacial modules for their superior energy yield, long-term reliability and robust performance across diverse climatic conditions. Designed to capture sunlight from both the front and rear sides, the AXIbiperfect GXXL TS 600Wp Bifacial modules help maximise energy generation while contributing to improved project economics through enhanced lifetime performance and a lower Levelised Cost of Electricity (LCOE). The successful deployment further strengthens AXITEC's growing presence in India's utility-scale and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar market, where developers and EPC partners continue to prioritise high-quality photovoltaic modules that deliver consistent performance over the long term. Commenting on the project, Tanmoy Duari, Chief Executive Officer, AXITEC Energy India, said, "We are delighted that our AXIbiperfect GXXL TS 600Wp Bifacial modules have been selected for this 1.25 MWp solar project in Nashik. At AXITEC, our focus is on delivering premium-quality photovoltaic modules that enable EPC partners and project developers to build reliable, high-performing solar power plants. We sincerely thank Polaris Renewable Solutions for placing their trust in AXITEC and look forward to supporting many more clean energy projects together." The project is expected to contribute to clean energy generation in Maharashtra while supporting India's renewable energy transition. By supplying advanced bifacial solar modules engineered to international quality standards, AXITEC continues to empower EPC companies and project developers with photovoltaic solutions designed for high efficiency, durability, and long-term performance. With a strong focus on German engineering, premium quality and technological innovation, AXITEC remains committed to supporting India's rapidly growing solar sector by providing world-class solar modules for utility-scale, C&I and rooftop applications. NoPo' Gadhadar Reddy Explains India's Deep-Tech Opportunity in Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes AI-enabled Manufacturing Will Reshape Indian Solar Production in Next 5 Years: Zuvay CEO Decentralised Energy Solutions to Drive India’s EV Revolution: Sanskar Modi of SunCharge Motors Hybrid Projects Need Smarter Execution, Explains Shantanu Upasani, Head of Construction, ENGIE Global Technology, Local Feedstocks Will Drive India’s SAF Growth: Honeywell's Ranjit Kulkarni
Chinese inverter and storage system manufacturer GoodWe has released its EO G2 Series, a single-phase off-grid inverter platform designed to address unreliable grids, frequent power interruptions, and limited electricity access in rural and underserved areas across Africa. The new inverter series targets residential users, small businesses, and community-scale energy systems requiring reliable backup and off-grid power solutions under challenging operating conditions. “The challenge is no longer simply access to solar energy, but ensuring reliable power supply under real local conditions,” said Lucas Lu, Managing Director of Africa at GoodWe. “Energy users are increasingly looking beyond upfront cost and evaluating solutions based on their lifetime value, including reliability, durability, and ongoing service support. GoodWe’s EO G2 has been developed with these priorities in mind.” Available in four power classes — 3.0 kW (GW3K-EO-G20), 3.6 kW (GW3.6K-EO-G20), 5.0 kW (GW5K-EO-G20), and 6.0 kW (GW6K-EO-G20) — the EO G2 series is designed to support a range of off-grid, backup, and hybrid energy applications. The inverter achieves a maximum efficiency of 98.6%, with a European efficiency rating of 96.8% and an maximum power point tracking (MPPT) efficiency of 99.9%. Each unit supports a maximum PV input current of 21 A per string, enabling compatibility with high-power photovoltaic modules. The series also allows up to 200% PV oversizing to increase solar energy harvesting over the system lifetime. The 3 kW and 3.6 kW models feature a single MPPT, supporting maximum PV input powers of 6.0 kW and 7.2 kW, respectively. The higher-capacity 5 kW and 6 kW versions include two MPPTs, allowing PV input capacities of up to 10.0 kW and 12.0 kW. The inverter operates across an MPPT voltage range of 50 V to 480 V, with a maximum input voltage of 530 V and a startup voltage of 60 V. The new product line also features an IP66 protection rating, aviation-grade connectors, a fully enclosed housing, a patented locking cover, and an extended sealing gasket designed to provide enhanced protection against water and dust ingress. According to the company, the gasket is two to three times wider than conventional market designs. The series is rated for continuous operation from -35 C to 60 C, allowing deployment in environments ranging from cold climates to hot and dusty regions. It also integrates Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection for real-time fault detection and rapid circuit shutdown. Additional protection features include residual current monitoring, PV reverse polarity protection, anti-islanding functionality, and Type III DC and Type II AC surge protection. The EO G2 operates on a 48 V nominal battery architecture, with a voltage range of 40 V to 60 V, and supports both lithium-ion and lead-acid battery technologies. The 6 kW model can deliver maximum continuous charging and discharging currents of up to 130 A. When combined with GoodWe’s Lynx A G4 low-voltage battery, the inverter forms an integrated solar-plus-storage solution designed for long-term energy independence, the company said. The Lynx A G4 battery reportedly supports up to 10,000 charge cycles and 53 MWh of lifetime energy throughput, which GoodWe estimates corresponds to approximately 18 years of operation based on a daily consumption profile of 5 kWh. The system also incorporates a Mix Parallel Unit (MPU), enabling users to combine older and newer battery units while expanding storage capacity over time. Customers can begin with a 5 kWh battery configuration and increase capacity as energy requirements grow. For larger energy applications, the EO G2 supports parallel operation of up to 10 inverter units. The system can integrate solar PV, battery storage, diesel generators, grid-connected inverters, and smart loads within a single energy management architecture. During grid outages, the system can transition into backup mode in less than 4 milliseconds, maintaining continuous operation of connected loads, according to the manufacturer. The EO G2 also features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display and pre-configured parameters for faster on-site commissioning without additional equipment. Integrated Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity enable remote configuration, system monitoring, and mobile application access. The inverter also includes five AI-powered smart functions — Agent, Health, Troubleshooting, Forecast, and EMS — designed to automate system diagnostics, energy forecasting, and real-time energy management. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. 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Government ministers in Kyrgyzstan have met with Singapore-based company Sunvera Solar Pte. Ltd. to discuss establishing solar manufacturing facilities in Kyrgyzstan. According to an update from the country’s Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the parties discussed the establishment of a high-efficiency solar cell production facility with a planned capacity up to 2 GW. Sunvera Solar considers the project as one of its is key international investment initiatives, the update adds. The ministry also confirmed that the two parties will now work on assessing the conditions for implementing the project and will organize site visits to potential production locations. Kyrgyzstan’s solar market is still in its relative infancy. The country’s cumulative solar capacity reached 100 MW by the end of last year, according to figures from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), up from 0 MW at the end of the year prior, following the inauguration of a 100 MW project located in the northern Chui region last December. The country’s largest operational solar asset, a 175 MW site, was switched on in June. The array marks the first phase of a planned 1.9 GW solar project being implemented, financed and managed by Vietnam’s Rox Energy Global and RECA LLC. Several other large-scale solar projects are under development in Kyrgyzstan. Last November, the country’s National Investment Agency entered into an agreement with Hungary’s Electron Holding for the development of 300 MW of solar. A month prior, the Energy Ministry signed an investment agreement with a consortia of Chinese companies for a 250 MW solar project scheduled for completion in 2027. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. Comments Please login to comment Tuesday, August 11, 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid Thursday, July 30, 2026 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid The June issue of pv magazine Global is out now! Available in print and digital – get your copy today! Thursday, October 7, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CEST, Berlin, Paris, Madrid pv magazine USA hosts its third multi-day virtual event on advancing U.S. solar and energy storage markets, covering financing, supply chains, and distributed energy’s role in grid resilience. Entries open in seven categories: Modules, Inverters, BoS, BESS, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Projects. April 01 – August 31, 2026 A two-day conference in Austin, Texas, bringing together leaders in US solar manufacturing, equipment specification, and factory execution. Saudi Arabia is accelerating its clean energy transition—join the SunRise Arabia Clean Energy Conference 2026 in Riyadh to explore how solar PV and energy storage are powering its digital economy. Showcase your brand across all our platforms: from 13 websites in 7 languages to our magazines, daily newsletters, industry events and more. Reach your audience the right way!
From daily news and career tips to monthly insights on AI, sustainability, software, and more—pick what matters and get it in your inbox. Discover the engineering revolution transforming modern defense with Strength, Stealth, Speed: The Very Fast Future of Advanced Defense Access expert insights, exclusive content, and a deeper dive into engineering and innovation all with fewer ads or a completely ad-free experience. All Rights Reserved, IE Media, Inc. Follow Us On Future of Defense Access expert insights, exclusive content, and a deeper dive into engineering and innovation all with fewer ads or a completely ad-free experience. All Rights Reserved, IE Media, Inc. A new perovskite-organic tandem solar cell overcomes one of thin-film solar technology’s biggest challenges. A team at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has created a new perovskite-organic tandem solar cell that keeps working well even when part of it is shaded. According to their study, these thin-film solar cells held onto over 90 percent of their original efficiency after being exposed to a harsh reverse bias of minus 40 volts, which usually harms standard thin-film solar cells. When trees, clouds, buildings, or even birds block sunlight, solar panels can experience reverse-bias stress. This negative voltage lowers electricity output and can permanently damage thin-film solar cells. The PolyU team says their new design is much more resistant to this issue, making the technology more practical for real-world use. Thin-film solar technologies like cadmium telluride, copper indium gallium selenide, perovskite, and organic solar cells are popular because they are light, flexible, and cost less to make. But they all have trouble when part of the panel is shaded. Under these conditions, shaded cells can create negative voltage that stresses the material. Because these solar cells carry both electrons and ions, being under reverse-bias for too long can lower their performance and eventually cause damage. Making them more resistant to reverse bias is key to making them last longer. The researchers looked closely at organic solar cells, since how they react to reverse-bias conditions is still not well understood, even though their efficiency has improved a lot in recent years. Professor Li Gang, chair professor of energy conversion technology in PolyU’s Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, said, “We have achieved important advances in the stability of OSCs and POTSCs under challenging reverse-bias conditions. Our research makes breakthrough contributions to the understanding of both device operation and durability in organic and perovskite solar technologies.” The team discovered that damage comes from defects called deep trap states in the bulk heterojunction, which is the layer where electricity is made. These defects trap electrical charges, which lowers efficiency and makes permanent damage more likely during reverse-bias operation. To address the issue, the researchers suppressed isolated acceptor clusters in the donor-acceptor mix area of the solar cell. This cut down the number of deep trap states and made the devices much more durable. As a result, the new organic solar cells could handle a breakdown voltage of more than minus 35 volts. This means they can take reverse bias up to that level without lasting damage, setting a new standard for stability and efficiency in organic solar cells. The study also showed that the improved organic solar cells protect the perovskite layer in n-i-p inorganic perovskite-organic tandem solar cells. They do this by stopping reverse tunneling, which is when reverse current harms the device during shading. Even after being exposed to minus 40 volts, the tandem solar cells kept more than 90 percent of their original efficiency. The devices also showed strong long-term stability. After running at minus 20 volts for 12 hours, they kept 90 percent of their starting efficiency. They held onto 97 percent of their efficiency after working at minus 4.5 volts for 2,000 hours, or about 83 days. The researchers say these results are better than what current thin-film solar technologies can do. This new work builds on the team’s earlier researchpublished in Nature Energy in 2025. In that study, they developed n-i-p inorganic perovskite-organic tandem solar cells with a power conversion efficiency of 25.9 percent, which was independently certified at 25.1 percent, using bottom-contact modulation. In this new study, the tandem solar cells reached over 26 percent power conversion efficiency and became much more resistant to reverse-bias stress. This brings the technology closer to being used in real-world solar modules. “The exceptional reverse-bias stability under shading conditions has been vividly demonstrated in scalable perovskite-organic tandem solar cell minimodules. This marks a significant leap forward, paving the way for a sustainable and efficient future powered by renewable energy systems,” Li added. The new study is published in the journal Nature Materials. A versatile writer, Sujita has worked with Mashable Middle East and News Daily 24. When she isn't writing, you can find her glued to the latest web series and movies. Premium Follow
A new IEA PVPS report found that real-world performance of batteries often differs from rated values because of system design, operating conditions and software It identifies six operational performance indicators to help operators monitor battery health, detect faults, and improve maintenance planning IEA PVPS says it plans to continue developing harmonized methods and case studies on PV+BESS performance and reliability through 2029 The International Energy Agency Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA PVPS) Task 13 has published a new report examining the performance and reliability of battery energy storage systems (BESS) integrated with solar PV plants during field operations. The aim of the report is to review current technologies, define suitable metrics, and highlight research gaps via selected case studies, explains IEA PVPS. The report comes as the deployment of PV systems paired with battery storage continues to grow across residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications, beyond their widespread use in electric vehicles (EVs) and consumer electronics. In 2025, the world added 104 GW/257 GWh of new BESS capacity, bringing the cumulative total to 267 GW/610 GWh. According to the report, there is currently limited data on how batteries perform and degrade under real operating conditions in a solar-plus-storage system. It argues that their performance does not depend solely on battery technology but on a number of factors. Lithium-ion batteries, particularly lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology, currently dominate the PV storage market due to their combination of cost and performance, the report notes. Now, there is also increasing investment in sodium-ion batteries, among other options available in the market (see CATL Debuts Commercial Sodium-Ion Energy Storage). However, battery chemistry is only one factor affecting overall system reliability, points out IEA PVPS, with application type and environmental conditions also playing significant roles. Among other factors that contribute to this are system design, inverter performance, control strategies, operating conditions, temperature, and software. Put together, these can affect efficiency, degradation, and long-term operation of such systems. “PV + BESS performance in the field is driven by far more than battery chemistry alone,” said Ulrike Jahn, Manager of IEA PVPS Task 13. “This report shows that system topology, inverter behaviour, control logic, operating profile, temperature and firmware all materially shape efficiency, degradation, end-of-life estimation and dispatch reliability.” The report shares the experiences and learnings from three case studies covering backup power, self-consumption, and grid service applications to prove the above. One such case study is the Florida SunSmart Schools in the US, where more than 114 solar-plus-storage systems were installed at emergency shelter schools to provide backup power during grid outages. The batteries are designed to undergo approximately 3,000 to 4,000 charge-discharge cycles, and they operate mainly during outages, which helps extend battery life. The Swedish residential solar-plus-storage system RISE Research Villa promotes self-consumption and self-sufficiency. While the battery system contributes strongly to both of these purposes, available data from the system show that its benefits depend on battery size, operating strategy, and seasonal solar generation. For instance, BESS plays a neutral-to-negative role in winter because there is limited surplus PV power. Another case study covered in the IEA PVPS report relates to an operational virtual power plant (VPP) managing around 250 MW of battery storage across about 15,000 residential, commercial, and utility-scale systems in Sweden and other Nordic countries. It shows that reliable grid-supporting battery operation depends not only on battery hardware but also on software, accurate monitoring, thermal management, aging data, and adaptation to evolving electricity market conditions. With these learnings, analysts recommend monitoring six core performance indicators (PIs) to assess battery state of health and operational reliability. They list these as energy storage capacity, power capacity and tolerance, standby losses, round-trip efficiency, response time, and internal resistance. “To support their determination, dedicated test duty cycles can be executed while the BESS is at rest from normal operation. Such test cycles can be programmed into the EMS and are generally viewed to enable more accurate determination of PIs than methods based solely on data from normal operation,” suggest the writers. It says these indicators can help operators detect faults early, optimize charging and discharging strategies, and plan maintenance more effectively. As the global deployment of PV+BESS systems expands, IEA PVPS says wider access to high-quality operational data and validated battery aging models will be essential to improve system design, predict long-term performance, and support their cost-effective operation. It plans to continue research on PV and battery storage performance and reliability during the 2026-2029 period. The complete report titled Assessing the Reliability of Battery Systems in Solar Power Plants in Operation 2026 is available for free download on the IEA PVPS website. TaiyangNews 2024
Select Page Posted by Staff Reports | Jul 21, 2026 | Bartow News, Top Local News | 0 | An equipment malfunction prompted a response from the Cartersville Fire Department Monday evening at the Qcells solar manufacturing facility. Fire Chief Hagan Champion said firefighters were called to the plant around 5:19 p.m. after a fire broke out inside machinery used to produce silicon ingots, a key component in solar panel manufacturing. According to Champion, defective silicon ingots can occasionally drop to the bottom of the production equipment, where the intense heat creates molten material capable of starting a fire. Firefighters entered the facility, brought the blaze under control, secured the affected equipment and cooled the area before returning the operation to Qcells personnel. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Champion noted that crews responded to a nearly identical incident involving the same manufacturing process at the Cartersville plant several weeks ago. The Qcells facility is one of the company’s flagship manufacturing operations and is designed to produce nearly every major component used in solar panels, including ingots, wafers, solar cells and finished panels, all under one roof. The company recently began manufacturing solar cells at the Bartow County plant as it continues increasing production. Share: Rate: 242 North 5th Avenue Rome, GA 30165 Email: [email protected] Phone: (706) 331-7098 Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress
A herd of sheep are used to graze under Solar Stampede solar panels in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) Brazos County landowner Ronald McGarthy looks at the back of a solar panel during a tour of a Solar Stampede site in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) Enel Site Leader Mike Adams talks about a transfer station on a solar panel farm during a tour in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) A herd of sheep are used to graze under Solar Stampede solar panels in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS)
A herd of sheep are used to graze under Solar Stampede solar panels in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) Brazos County landowner Ronald McGarthy looks at the back of a solar panel during a tour of a Solar Stampede site in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) Enel Site Leader Mike Adams talks about a transfer station on a solar panel farm during a tour in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) A herd of sheep are used to graze under Solar Stampede solar panels in Saltillo, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News/TNS) HOPKINS COUNTY, Texas — Clouds skated across the sky as sunshine poked through, reflecting off the sea of solar panels beneath it. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Your comment has been submitted.
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A consortium led by the Municipality of Ravne na Koroškem in Slovenia has completed the installation of 87 solar power plants with a combined capacity of more than 6.3 MW across public buildings. The project, supported by Slovenia’s Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy and the EU Recovery and Resilience Plan, also includes a 232 kWh battery energy storage system (BESS). The installations, built between October 2025 and May 2026 across facilities owned by 25 municipalities and public institutions, are expected to be fully commissioned by the end of July 2026. Together, they are projected to generate around 6.6 GWh of electricity annually – enough to meet the average annual consumption of about 1,700 households – thereby reducing electricity costs for public institutions, according to Ravne na Koroškem Mayor Dr. Tomaž Rožen. Omnia Capital has completed the acquisition of the remaining stake in Alive Capital Serbia from Premier Energy. The deal gives the Netherlands-based investment firm full control of its Serbian operations as it expands its clean energy platform across Southeast Europe. Established in 2023, Alive Capital Serbia provides electricity supply, renewable energy offtake, power purchase agreements (PPAs), balancing, aggregation and energy management services. Omnia said Alive Capital Serbia is now entering a new phase of growth focused on serving industrial customers, renewable energy producers and electricity consumers in Serbia. The deal brings Alive Capital back under the ownership of Omnia Capital founder Giacomo Billi, who founded Alive Capital. Billi added that the company aims to build on the operational model of Alive Capital Romania, which manages more than 1.8 GW of generation capacity across over 200 power plants. Spanish banking group CaixaBank has provided €30.3 million in green project finance to local renewable energy developer IGNIS for a 50 MW solar PV plant. The project is located in Paredes de Nava and Becerril de Campos, in Spain’s Palencia province. Separately, French energy company ENGIE and IGNIS signed a 10-year flexibility purchase agreement covering BESS projects in Spain. The portfolio has a combined installed capacity of 625 MWh and is expected to become operational in 2028. While ENGIE will access the storage assets’ flexibility in the day-ahead electricity market, IGNIS will operate the facilities and optimize their participation in balancing services. IGNIS has also reached an agreement with Apto, a European hyperscale data center developer, to provide 82 MW of grid access and connection capacity for Apto’s new Madrid-based data center campus in Fuenlabrada. The deal also includes a long-term PPA linked to a 94 MW solar PV plant being developed by IGNIS. IGNIS will build the electrical infrastructure needed to connect the data center to the grid. Just months after securing up to €20 million in Series B funding to expand its solar panel recycling business, Germany-based Solar Materials GmbH has outlined its next growth phase. It is now positioning itself to move ‘from startup to market leader’. The company said it is using the investment announced in April 2026 to scale its operations, with annual recycling capacity set to increase from 14,000 tons to 28,000 tons this year. The update follows the unveiling of the company’s new corporate branding at Intersolar Europe 2026. Israeli independent power producer (IPP) Shikun & Binui Energy has started operations at its 104 MW solar park in Șimleu Silvaniei, Romania, according to Romanian business news outlet Profit.ro. It is funded with €49 million in financing from Raiffeisen. The project is the company’s second operational solar facility in the country, following its 71 MW plant in Satu Mare, bringing its total operating solar capacity in Romania to 175 MW. Both these projects were built by Portuguese EPC CJR Renewables. German solar systems integrator HELIOS SOLAR AG has placed 117,479 shares in its initial public offering (IPO) at an offer price of EUR 4.00 per share. The offer generated gross proceeds of €469,916, the company says, against a target of €30.4 million. The subscription period closed on July 13, 2026, with the shares offered through a public offering in Germany and a concurrent private placement. The company expects to begin trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange’s General Standard on July 28, 2026. HELIOS plans to use net proceeds from the IPO to further expand in Malaysia, strengthen its growth in Germany and across Europe, enter the Cambodian market, and continue the expansion of its operations in Singapore. The Municipality of Armsheim in Germany has approved an urban development agreement for a planned 50 MW agrivoltaic (agri-PV) project by Ylektra GmbH. It now paves the way for the required planning and permitting process for the project. It will cover around 70 hectares west of the A61 highway, with annual electricity production expected to match the consumption of about 20,000 households. According to the company, around 90% of the land will remain available for farming, with existing sugar beet and grain crop rotations maintained using single-axis-tracking solar modules spaced to accommodate conventional farm machinery. The project will also include a battery storage system capable of storing electricity for 2 to 4 hours to help optimize power delivery and reduce pressure on the local grid. The municipality sees an opportunity to earn additional revenue from the project. NextEnergy Solar Fund (NESF), a UK-listed investor in solar and energy storage assets, has launched a formal sale process after its board concluded, following a strategic review, that exploring a sale is in shareholders’ best interests. The UK-listed investor said its shares have traded at a persistent discount to net asset value (NAV), limiting its ability to raise fresh equity despite the performance of its underlying renewable energy portfolio. As of March 31, 2026, NESF owned 99 operating solar assets, one energy storage asset, two solar co-investments and a $50 million private solar infrastructure fund investment, representing 838 MW of installed capacity across nine geographies. Its portfolio had a gross asset value of £922 million and a NAV of £437.5 million. The company said it is not in discussions with any potential buyer and has not received a takeover approach, adding that there is no certainty a sale will result. TaiyangNews 2024
At the 2026 Solar and Energy Storage Innovation Conference, LONGi officially announced that its independently developed crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem solar cell has achieved a conversion efficiency of 35.5%, certified by the European Solar Test Installation (ESTI), once again setting a new world record. Crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells represent the mainstream technology route for next-generation ultra-high-efficiency solar cells, with a theoretical efficiency limit of up to 43% — far exceeding the Shockley–Queisser limit of 33.7% for single-junction cells. Through sustained technological breakthroughs, LONGi’s tandem cell team lifted the efficiency to 33.9% in November 2023 and further to 34.6% in June 2024. In less than a year since then, the team has achieved a series of successive advances, moving from 34.85% to 35.2%, and now to 35.5%, clearly demonstrating the R&D strength and spirit of exploration at LONGi’s Central Research Institute. In May this year, LONGi’s independently developed two-terminal crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem cell efficiency (35.2%) was included in the 68th edition of the Solar Cell Efficiency Tables published by the team led by Professor Martin Green at the University of New South Wales, Australia, marking a representative high-level achievement for this technology route at the time. Meanwhile, under conditions closer to industrial-scale dimensions, LONGi achieved conversion efficiencies of 34.3% (261 cm²) and 32.2% (274 cm²), highlighting the promising industrialization prospects of tandem technology. Furthermore, LONGi’s tandem modules delivered conversion efficiencies of 31.4% and 29.4%, both independently certified by authoritative international institutions and included in the efficiency tables, further strengthening the foundation for moving crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem technology from the lab to industrial application. Driven by its leading technological innovation capabilities, LONGi has established a tiered R&D system of “one generation in mass production, one in development, and one in reserve,” continuously advancing technological breakthroughs and high-quality development in clean energy. Looking ahead, LONGi will remain focused on technological leadership, delivering iterative breakthroughs to contribute the innovative strength of a Chinese enterprise to the global energy transition. About LONGi As a global leader in green energy technology, LONGi drives innovation across solar, energy storage, and hydrogen—three core pillars of a fully integrated clean energy system. We deliver safe, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions to customers worldwide. Committed to sustainable development, LONGi works to make clean energy accessible and affordable for all. By seamlessly connecting green power generation, energy storage, and hydrogen production, we enable end-to-end clean energy coverage—from generation and storage to consumption—building a truly inclusive and accessible clean energy ecosystem. CleanTechnica’s Comment Policy Press releases about cleantech products, cleantech companies, or other cleantech news. Some of these may be underwritten by the companies. For more information, or to get your press release into our Newswire Corner, go to this link. Press Release has 1208 posts and counting. See all posts by Press Release
US chemical manufacturing company Sofab Inks has secured US$6 million in seed funding to expand its tin-based electron transfer layer (ETL) solution for use in perovskite solar cells. The company is no industry newcomer, having started work in 2022, but the receipt of funding on this scale, led by UK-headquartered Cloudberry Ventures, is a significant development for Sofab Inks. Its CEO, Blake Martin, tells PV Tech Premium that the money will help the company tackle “the largest pain point” for the perovskite sector. Get Premium Subscription “We offer metal oxide nanoparticles, and the bulk of our customer traction is around our tin oxide product offering, as it addresses the largest pain point for the industry and has the most compelling data to date,” explains Martin. According to the company, the ETL is the “largest source of voltage loss” in a solar cell, and is the point at which modules tend to crack first, so improving this layer is of great importance. Martin adds that laboratory testing using the company’s tin oxide ETL, rather than the industry standard C60 fullerene, which is an allotrope of carbon, has yielded a 25.5% conversion efficiency. “A more notable result that we’ve gotten of late is 23% at a 900cm square module area [which] is a transition from lab-scale to pilot demonstration size, and we’re working with customers to maintain that efficiency at full-scale 1x2m square module areas,” he continues, emphasising that this innovation in tin-based ETLs is more advanced than simply lab-based research. Perhaps the most pressing question for the company is that, if the industry has so thoroughly adopted the C60 ETL—a 2024 study published in Nature Communications described the use of the fullerene as “near-ubiquitous” in perovskite p-i-n cells—why is there a need to innovate now? Martin argues that as the perovskite industry has matured rapidly, the industry’s priorities have shifted away from simply demonstrating the efficacy of the technology to building it in a manner that can be deployed at scale. “In the early stages of perovskite technology, I’d call it the ‘demonstration era.’ In order for them to continue innovating and continue showing progress, they needed to demonstrate efficiency first and foremost, and secondly, stability,” he says. “But you made sacrifices on the backend for manufacturability. You’d choose more expensive precursors, or you’d chose a manufacturing method that doesn’t scale as well. “But now that we’re starting to transition from demonstration era to a more commercial market application, those elements of manufacturability and cost become paramount.” While Martin acknowledges that “you can’t sacrifice the efficiency and durability,” he says that the need to minimise costs in perovskite manufacturing is so important that attention ought to shift away from C60. A report published in Energy Solutions Intelligence attributes 70% of a perovskite module’s component costs to fluorine-doped tin oxide glass, indium tin oxide glass and the C60 ETL. “We’re already significantly cheaper that the C60 materials,” says Martin. “Complexity and cost of a molecule go hand-in-hand and C60 is highly complex, whereas [we] have a few manufacturing steps to go from raw materials to final product, so we will always be able to out-compete C60 from a cost perspective.” Martin also argues that demonstrating long-term durability is important “in large module sizes,” and that the tin oxide ETL has a higher durability than C60. This is particularly significant at present, where a number of module manufacturers have sought to build larger modules to capture more of the sun’s rays, which has led to a phenomenon of “big floppy modules” that are not robust enough to endure climatic conditions such as heavy wind or hailstorms. “We’ve been able to demonstrate [resilience] with Arizona State University and some accelerated degradation testing with industry collaborators,” says Martin of Sofab Inks’ testing work. “[For] direct comparison tests, we’ve been able to demonstrate efficiency of 10,000 hours in accelerated degradation testing, significantly outcompeting C60 by a factor of about 10x.” Martin was also keen to stress the versatility of the tin oxide ETL in perovskites, and perovskites more broadly, as they have a number of use cases beyond conventional utility-scale solar PV. He named building-integrated PV (BIPV), transport-integrated PV and Internet of Things (IOT) devices as areas in which perovskites could be used, and named last year’s collaboration between Swift Solar and the US armed forces, which used perovskite solar modules to power a microgrid involved in a cybersecurity simulation, as an example of the breadth of the use cases of the technology. However, this raises questions for those who research perovskites and deploy them at their projects, as they will have to quickly pick up expertise in new, specialist industries, and invest in projects where there is a less well-established business case. “There is an assumption that maybe you can justify the economics of the backend, but you may get distracted with different form factors,” concedes Martin, suggesting that perovskites have considerable theoretical potential, but the argument for deployment across all of these use cases is less strong. “Maybe I painted a bit too an optimistic of a lens; there’s a real double-edged sword aspect to it.” Yet he described the tin oxide ETL as “pretty agnostic” across all of these use cases, and suggested that better cell innovation can help serve as a hedge against these operational and financial complexities that can arise in more niche deployments. “For our business model, we’re a bit of a hedge against some of that downside because we’re pretty agonistic across whatever architecture you encounter,” he says. “There are a few caveats but, generally speaking, for p-i-n or n-i-p architectures we have a value proposition, and we have insight into what the leading architectures are for specific end-use applications, and we’re agnostic across them. “We’re a bet on the breadth of the perovskite technology and we’re relying on our customers to find the appropriate end uses.” Significantly for Sofab Inks, as a US-based company, the development of a tin oxide for use in the solar PV sector is not exposed to the same supply chain risks as other projects in the industry; Martin says the tin precursor used in the ETL is the only material that the company “monitors closely”. “It’s very earth-abundant and it’s highly recyclable, so the [supply chain] concerns really aren’t there, although it is a valid question for a lot of different source materials,” he says. “With the nature of the fact that these materials are so thin in perovskite panels, the material consumption doesn’t appreciably impact the global trade for tin products.” However, he notes that while tin reserves do exist in Alaska, the company currently sources its tin from Peru and Indonesia, the latter of which has been caught up in the recent wave of antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations. While this has translated to the imposition of 35.15% tariffs on solar cells specifically imported from Indonesia to the US, rather than a blanket tariff on all products that would raise the price of tin imports, the strength of one’s global supply chains is increasingly in focus in the solar industry at large. Scaling up operations is the next order of business for Sofab Inks, with Martin telling PV Tech Premium that “we want to expand our reach right now,” and that a priority is “scaling up the manufacturing process”. “If you say, right now, we make a litre, we want to go to 100 litres of capacity over the next two years,” he says, noting that he expects more fundraising rounds to follow in the future. “I do envision there likely will be another fundraising round in the future. We’re right on the cusp of the transition from a more seed stage business, with some of the challenges we encounter, to a Series A business, where we’ve demonstrated and we’re scaling up.” When asked about the future of the perovskite space in particular, Martin stresses that there is likely to be no single dominant technology. Industry heavyweights, including Qcells and Trinasolar, have made advances in the perovskite sector in just the last two months, and both the US and Europe have seen innovations in perovskites this year. “There’s a diverse array of different solar manufacturers [and] it seems to be a very competitive landscape; I would speculate that perovskites would reflect that, as the industry norm,” he says. More broadly, despite his enthusiasm for the benefits of perovskites, he does not expect perovskites to replace crystalline silicon (c-Si) wholesale, instead expecting the solar industry of the future to be as technologically diverse as the perovskite sector could become. “The value proposition for solar applications is expanding, but still the largest target market is largely industrial-scale solar,” says Martin. “In that end-use application I do believe that perovskites have a strong value proposition as a complimentary technology to c-Si, not necessarily as a direct competitor, at least at this stage, and that’s with the advent of the perovskite-silicon tandem architecture.”
Arizon has launched two new light weight solar panels — Arizon Aero — further reducing weight for caravanners and improving panel power output. The new Arizon Aero solar panels in 12-volt and 24-volt have been made possible through technological advancements in solar panel construction and improved power output. The Arizon Aero panels come in 12V 225W and 24V 225W and also a significant, up to 3kg lighter than alternative panels available on the market, meaning a significant weight reduction particularly for hybrid caravans where weight is even more crucial. “With advancements in solar cell development, improvements in glass strength and production development, we have been able to produce these new light weight Arizon Aero solar panels,” Arizon Managing Director Roy Ding said. “We have not only managed to make these thinner, and reduce the length and weight, but have improved power outputs as well. “Caravan manufacturers are always looking at ways they can reduce weight in their caravans, and end consumers are always wanting to pack more, so with this weight reduction to our Arizon Aero panels, it is a win for manufacturers and consumers. “With the average caravan carrying four solar panels this is a welcome 12kg weight reduction using Arizon Aero panels.” The Arizon Aero range is also suitable for motorhomes, vans and 4WDs and is available now https://shop.arizon.com.au/
In utility-scale solar, developers often face an information gap. Satellite-based solar models provide a decades-long solar radiation history, but they represent regional climate because of the size of the satellite and aerosol data grid cells. The data from models may not fully represent local climate conditions, more specific cloud and aerosol interference or terrain-induced shading. It became a standard practice to run on-site solar meteorological measurements to get a snapshot of the microclimate at the project site. However, these measurements are typically available only for 12 or more months. Get Premium Subscription The satellite-based solar model time series and local measurements are inextricably linked through site adaptation, a process that reduces data uncertainty and has become the backbone of solar project finance and modern technical designs. A decade ago, one of the most common ways to reconcile ground and satellite-based data was the simple Ratio Method. If your ground sensor showed 5% less sunlight than the satellite model over a one-year period, the entire 20-year satellite history was simply lowered by 5%. This approach was simple, but it had important limitations. It assumed that the satellite model deviation was constant in all conditions, whether the sky was clear, hazy or overcast. In reality, satellite data might be highly accurate on a clear day but may show limitations in accounting for local atmospheric pollution, salt spray or specific cloud types during certain seasons. The need to adapt the performance of solar models for the project site evolved in the concentrated solar power industry and was later applied to the PV industry. Solargis is one of the pioneers of this service and this method has also been shared within the scientific community. Unlike some simple methods fixing the model output, the modern site adaptation tunes the underlying model inputs—such as aerosols and clouds. This ensures that the resulting Global Horizontal Irradiance (GHI) and Direct Normal Irradiance (DNI) are not only statistically accurate but also physically consistent with one another. As the global energy transition shifts toward hybrid solar-plus-storage plants, the role of site adaptation is changing from a “yield enhancer” to a system optimiser. For a solar PV power plant, even a 1% error in annual energy has financial relevance. Yet, besides reducing systematic deviation (described by the statistical measure called ‘bias’), the increased accuracy of instantaneous values (measured by ‘RMSD’) becomes more important. For a battery energy storage system (BESS), the more realistic high-frequency data have a large impact, especially for critical weather events. Time series data with reduced uncertainty prevent overdesign (unnecessary capex), underperformance, system reliability issues or damage. Batteries are not sized on annual averages; their design is based on the high-resolution time series, properly describing the daily solar patterns, including fluctuations and occurrence of solar ramps. Without site adaptation, engineers may overestimate the solar energy available during the peak 4-hour charging window. By using sophisticated methods that enhance the model inputs and internal characteristics of the time series data, site adaptation ensures the long-term record reflects the true frequency of intermittent clouds. This allows engineers to size the battery capacity with a better understanding of cloud variability. In many modern DC-coupled hybrid systems, the solar array is significantly oversized relative to the inverters (a high DC:AC ratio). Site adaptation improves understanding of how much the “extra” energy is clipped by inverters and how to account for it in battery sizing. Battery storage is often deployed to provide power during the evening peak demand. Site adaptation enables a more accurate inter-annual variability analysis. It helps developers better understand the “worst-case” scenarios (successive days of low solar resource or occurrence of significant power ramps). By adapting the model data using the local solar measurements, we allow for more informed decisions on the battery size and system performance reliability. A dangerous misconception persists: that site adaptation is a purely mathematical exercise where measurements improve the model data. In reality, the process is only as reliable as the data fed into it. To achieve the bankability required for PV hybrid systems, the industry must use the data from the best solar models and high-quality on-site measurements that have passed rigorous quality control. According to Solargis guidelines for ground measurements, three pillars are critical:
The move to 1-minute data is the final frontier in system optimisation. While 15-minute data is sufficient for long-term energy yield estimates, it is insufficient for understanding the technical performance of a PV system and its components. Only detailed solar irradiance time series can characterise high-frequency intermittency—as passing clouds cause significant power ramps. Site adaptation of solar time series together with the use of a stochastic 1-minute data generation method provides the local “variability fingerprint” needed to simulate the behaviour of power electronics under high-variability cloud conditions. The 1-minute data resolution is essential for:
Site adaptation is the bridge that allows us to take a year of local measurements—validated by strict quality control—and turn it into thirty years of time series data with low uncertainty. For the modern developer, site adaptation of solar model data using local measurements is a standard practice to protect the technical integrity and financial models of complex PV hybrid assets. Martin Opatovsky is a technical consultant and product manager at Solargis with a background spanning nuclear, oil & gas, battery storage and solar energy.
Yanara has secured a €150 million (US$170 million) investment from French sustainable asset manager Mirova to accelerate the development of more than 2GW of multi-technology renewable energy projects across Australia. According to the companies, the financing will support the development of projects across Victoria, New South Wales and Western Australia. Get Premium Subscription The investment is Yanara’s, an Asia-Pacific renewable energy developer formerly known as BrightNight Asia Pacific, first dedicated capital raise in Australia and marks Mirova’s entry into the Australian renewable energy market. A substantial portion of the funding will be directed toward Yanara’s flagship Mortlake Energy Hub in southwest Victoria, a hybrid solar-plus-storage development combining 450MW of solar PV with a 600MW/2,400MWh battery storage system to be built across two stages. The first stage, preparing to enter construction, is expected to create more than 300 jobs during the build phase, according to the company. Yanara CEO Jerome Ortiz said the partnership reflected shared values on the energy transition. “Mirova is one of the world’s most respected sustainable investors, and we are proud to welcome them as our partner in Australia. We share a common vision of accelerating the energy transition through high-quality infrastructure that delivers long-term environmental, social and economic value,” he said. Raphael Lance, global head of private assets at Mirova, pointed to the structural drivers of the Australian market as the basis for the investment. “Australia is one of the most compelling markets globally for the energy transition, supported by strong renewable energy resources, decommissioning of coal-fired power plants, growing electrification needs and an increasing demand for firm, dispatchable clean power,” he said. Gamuda Australia was appointed as the project delivery partner for the early contractor involvement phase of the Mortlake Energy Hub in January 2026, taking on end-to-end project execution responsibilities, including design development, regulatory approvals, procurement, and construction oversight. The project is sited across 1,060 hectares in Victoria’s south-west with a direct connection to the existing Mortlake Terminal Station, removing the need for new overhead transmission lines. Yanara received a connection agreement from AEMO in 2024. Beyond Mortlake, the €150 million will support the broader Australian pipeline, which Yanara describes as spanning solar, wind and battery storage technologies across the three states. The Yanara investment follows a period of active deal-making by Mirova across international renewable energy markets. In February 2026, Mirova partnered with Estonian developer Evecon through their Baltic Renewable Energy Platform to launch the country’s largest solar-plus-storage hybrid project, co-locating a 77.5MW solar plant with a 55MW/250MWh battery storage system and concluding what the partners described as the Baltic region’s first flexibility and power purchase agreement. In March 2025, Mirova formed a joint venture with Qualitas Energy to develop a 250MW renewables portfolio in Italy through a structure dubbed the Italian Renewable Platform. The Australian investment extends a pattern of Mirova deploying capital into renewable energy platforms in markets where it identifies a combination of resource quality, policy support and dispatchability requirements. Yanara has a total pipeline of more than 5.1GW spanning Australia, India and the Philippines. The company’s Australian activity sits within a broader national context of accelerating renewable energy investment. As reported by PV Tech earlier this week, Australia connected 9.1GW of new generation and storage to full output in FY26, more than double the prior year result, with battery storage projects dominating both the connections pipeline and the volume of capacity reaching full output. EY acted as financial adviser to Yanara and Lazard Australia to Mirova on the transaction. Ashurst, White & Case, Van Doorne and Loyens & Loeff served as international legal counsel, with Alvarez and Marsal providing tax advice and Infravue acting as technical adviser for Mirova.
Jinko Power, the renewable energy development arm of JinkoSolar, signed a strategic cooperation agreement with AI software company SenseTime during the World AI Conference (WAIC) to jointly develop ‘Green Power + Intelligent Computing’ projects. The partnership will focus on green power direct supply, power-computing integration, source-grid-load-storage systems, and the international deployment of renewable energy and AI solutions. Jinko Power said it will leverage its global renewable energy portfolio and project development capabilities to provide low-carbon electricity for data centers, expanding its role from a power producer to an integrated green computing and energy service provider. SenseTime will contribute its AI algorithms and computing infrastructure, with the two companies collaborating across power supply, asset operations and investment. In April, Jinko Power signed an agreement to build a 1 GW computing center for a total investment of RMB 24.5 billion (see China Solar PV News Snippets). China’s major industrial enterprises produced 381.18 GW of solar cells in the first half of 2026, down 14.2% year on year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. June production totaled 74.2 GW, a decline of 8.4% from a year earlier, but an improvement from the 25.6% YoY decline in April 2026 (see China Solar PV News Snippets). Despite lower manufacturing output, solar power generation continued to grow. Electricity generation from solar reached 339.4 billion kWh in H1 2026, up 12.3% year on year, while wind power generation declined 1.9% to 559.1 billion kWh. China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) has launched a nationwide pilot program for rural microgrids to accelerate the deployment of distributed solar PV, wind power, and energy storage. The initiative covers three pilot categories: utility-led residential projects, market-led commercial & industrial (C&I) microgrids, and independent systems for remote areas. The NEA aims to establish a mature rural green energy supply framework by 2028 through coordinated development of generation, grid, load, and storage. Capped at 50 MW, C&I projects must achieve at least 60% self-consumption while utilizing rooftops and parking areas for distributed generation. Residential projects must source more than 50% of their electricity from renewable sources and achieve a self-consumption ratio >40%. The policy also encourages rooftop leasing models and participation by virtual power plants (VPPs) in electricity markets. Unigrace New Energy’s (Yunnan Yuze New Energy) planned 20 GW monocrystalline silicon crystal-pulling facility in Kunming, Yunnan Province, has been included in local PV capacity reduction measures, with the remaining 18.33 GW of unbuilt capacity temporarily suspended. The project was registered in February 2023. Authorities recognized 1.67 GW of completed capacity, while the remaining capacity will require further adjustment. According to the Kunming Municipal Development and Reform Commission, construction can resume only after the company secures compliant replacement capacity within Yunnan at a 1:3 replacement ratio, meaning 3 GW of existing capacity must be phased out for every 1 GW of new capacity restarted. No timetable has been announced. Integrated PV manufacturer Tongwei expects an adjusted net loss of RMB 4.8 billion-RMB 5.4 billion for the first half of 2026, compared with an adjusted net loss of RMB 5.029 billion in the same period last year. The company said continued declines in operating rates across the PV value chain weighed on performance. While some less competitive production capacity has exited the market, Tongwei said the overall supply-demand imbalance has yet to improve, with low product prices across the industry continuing to pressure profitability. Tongwei announced in May 2026 that it had begun mass production of its TNC 3.0-G12R high-efficiency modules at its manufacturing base in Jintang County, Chengdu, Sichuan Province (see China Solar PV News Snippets). TaiyangNews 2024
According to China’s customs data, exports of solar cells and panels to Southeast Asia increased 33% year over year to 125,402 metric tons in June. Africa also emerged as a major growth market, with exports rising 26% to 103,277 metric tons, while shipments to South Asia climbed 12% to 114,643 metric tons. In contrast, demand weakened across several traditional markets: Despite strong demand in developing economies, China’s total solar exports fell 9% year over year to 980,000 metric tons, worth $2.49 billion in June. Measured by the number of units exported, shipments dropped 16.5% to 743.2 million solar products, marking the second consecutive monthly decline since the country ended its value-added tax (VAT) export rebate for photovoltaic products. The recent decline follows a major policy change announced earlier this year. China eliminated VAT export rebates for photovoltaic products beginning April 1, 2026. The government also reduced export rebates for battery products from 9% to 6% through the end of 2026 before removing them completely from January 1, 2027. The policy is aimed at reducing excessive competition among Chinese manufacturers and easing trade tensions created by ultra-low-priced exports. Before the rebate ended, buyers rushed to secure supplies. China’s solar exports surged in March and remained strong in April, even after the policy took effect, as many overseas customers had placed orders in advance. June’s figures now suggest that the market is beginning to normalize after that rush. Although exports have slowed, China’s position in the global solar industry remains unmatched. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), China accounts for more than 80% of global manufacturing capacity across nearly every stage of the solar supply chain, including polysilicon, wafers, solar cells, and modules. The country has invested more than $50 billion in solar manufacturing since 2011, helping drive down panel prices by over 80% worldwide and making solar power the cheapest source of new electricity in many regions. The IEA also notes that China continues to dominate global exports despite increasing efforts by the United States, Europe, and India to develop domestic manufacturing capacity. Its latest Energy Technology Perspectives report estimates that China still controls roughly 60% to 85% of production capacity across major clean energy supply chains, with even higher shares in some manufacturing steps. The latest export data highlights a broader shift in global solar demand. Many developing countries are expanding renewable energy to improve electricity access while reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels. Africa has become one of the fastest-growing destinations for Chinese solar equipment because falling panel prices have made large-scale solar projects increasingly affordable. Although China’s removal of export rebates may gradually increase equipment costs, analysts expect solar to remain one of the lowest-cost power options across much of the continent. Similarly, Southeast Asian and South Asian countries continue to install record amounts of solar capacity as electricity demand rises alongside economic growth. Energy think tank Ember has also observed growing demand from Asia and Africa, noting that Chinese customs data increasingly reflects these regions’ expanding role in the global solar market. Europe remains China’s largest export destination, but imports are slowing. The region installed record amounts of solar capacity over the past few years, leading to high inventory levels. Combined with slower economic growth and efforts to diversify supply chains, this has reduced new purchases from China. Trade restrictions have also reshaped global supply chains. The United States has imposed higher tariffs on solar products originating from several Southeast Asian countries with significant Chinese manufacturing, encouraging companies to relocate production and redirect exports toward other markets. China’s June export data suggests that the country’s solar industry is entering a new phase. The end of export tax rebates is reducing shipment volumes after months of exceptionally strong sales. However, demand from emerging economies is helping offset weaker purchases from Europe and other mature markets. As countries continue investing in clean electricity, China is expected to remain the world’s largest supplier of solar equipment. Even with changing trade policies and growing competition from other manufacturing hubs, its scale, established supply chains, and low production costs continue to give it a significant advantage. The latest figures also highlight an important trend: the next wave of global solar growth is increasingly coming from Asia and Africa, where expanding electricity demand and falling renewable energy costs are accelerating the transition to clean power.
Naturgy’s Australian generation subsidiary Global Power Generation (GPG) has entered the construction phase of the 330MW Fraser Coast Hybrid Project in Queensland. The Fraser Coast solar-plus-storage site GPG’s largest renewable energy development in Australia, combining 330MW of solar PV with a 180MW battery storage system near the township of Brooweena, approximately 50km south-west of Maryborough. Get Premium Subscription The Spanish group will invest more than €300 million (US$342 million)) in the facility, which will be built on a 555-hectare site currently used for agricultural purposes, primarily stock grazing. The project is backed by a 10-year power purchase agreement that secures the long-term sale of electricity from the plant. Construction has officially started, and commercial operations are targeted for 2028. The facility will connect to the National Electricity Market (NEM) via a 275kV transmission line linking to Powerlink’s nearby Teebar Substation. The project received federal environment clearance under the EPBC Act in late 2025, when the Australian government determined it was not a controlled action under the legislation, clearing a key approvals hurdle. The solar capacity at the time of that assessment was listed as 290MW, which was revised to 330MW as the project advanced toward construction. The Fraser Coast facility is GPG’s second hybrid solar-plus-storage project in Australia. The Cunderdin hybrid project in Western Australia, which GPG inaugurated in 2025, combined a 128MW solar plant with a 55MW/220MWh battery storage system supplied by Sungrow, becoming the first large-scale grid-connected hybrid solar and battery project in the state. Construction start arrives weeks after GPG commissioned two new solar plants in Australia totalling 360MW, the 260MW Glenellen project in southern New South Wales and the 96MW Bundaberg plant in Queensland, which marked Naturgy’s first solar installation in that state. Those two commissioning announcements brought GPG’s total installed capacity in Australia to 1.3GW across ten operating assets, including six wind farms, a battery storage system in the Australian Capital Territory, and the Cunderdin hybrid project. An AU$2.3 billion (US$1.61 billion) portfolio financing completed by GPG Australia in December 2024 provided a funding platform for the company’s ongoing development activity. That transaction, covering eight operating assets at the time, established GPG’s relationship with a consortium of infrastructure lenders and set a precedent for the type of portfolio-level financing that supports development pipelines of the scale now being delivered at Fraser Coast. Naturgy operates in Australia through GPG, in which it holds a 75% majority stake, with Kuwait Investment Authority holding the remaining 25%.
Tarragona Barcelona Tarragona Barcelona Add APD as a preferred Google source for free. Stay informed with the latest current news. The Reus City Council has completed the works for a new solar photovoltaic installation on the roof of the Escola la Vitxeta. The project expands the center’s electricity generation with a system of 115.20 kWp and an estimated annual production of 158,985 kWh. The expansion multiplies the capacity that the facility already had, where a first installation of 14.8 kWp was operating. The system will also start operating under a collective self-consumption regime with surplus compensation. Until now, the school had a previous, smaller installation. With the work now completed, the new infrastructure adds a peak power of 115.20 kWp on the roof of the educational center. The municipal forecast places the annual generation at 158,985 kWh. This volume expands the energy contribution of the previous system and reinforces the use of the school roof as an electricity production point. Furthermore, the chosen model will allow the generated energy to be shared. The collective self-consumption regime incorporates surplus compensation, so the installation will not only supply consumption linked to the facility but will also manage surplus energy within that system. The works were awarded to Soletec Proyectos e Instalaciones for 74,542.62 euros, including VAT. The project has been entirely financed by a subsidy from the Diputació de Tarragona through the Pla ImpulsDipta. Daniel Rubio, councilor for the Area of Environment, Sustainability, and Public Space, frames the intervention within the expansion of these types of systems to other city facilities, as is already happening at the municipal swimming pools. “The Reus City Council continues with the deployment of new solar photovoltaic installations in the city’s educational centers and other municipal facilities. With this work, Reus takes another step towards advancing towards an energy model that aims to be a benchmark in the territory and in Catalonia for its environmental commitment to clean, green, and affordable energy” – Daniel Rubio, councilor for the Area of Environment, Sustainability, and Public Space, Reus City Council The new facility of Escola la Vitxeta thus joins other recent actions linked to energy saving and the adaptation of public facilities, also present in the pedagogical programs of Aigües de Reus linked to educational centers in the municipality. The work has been awarded to Soletec Proyectos e Instalaciones for an amount of 74,542.62 euros, VAT included.
According to the latest census, almost one-third of Australians rent their homes, live in apartments or are connected to private energy networks. These households are largely unable to benefit from rooftop solar. Our research shows the reasons for this include limited roof space, relatively high costs for upgrading switchboards and wiring, and long approval wait times. Landlords may also be reluctant to install solar as any energy bill savings go directly to renters. So renters and apartment dwellers face multiple obstacles in accessing free solar energy. That’s where plug-in solar comes in. Plug-in solar systems – also known as balcony solar because they can be hung off balcony balustrades – are a convenient, low-cost way for households to take control of their energy use. But there are several reasons why these systems aren’t being rolled out across Australia. Plug-in solar systems are generally made of one or two solar PV panels, which turn sunlight into electricity. They also have a micro-inverter, which converts solar-generated electricity into the type of electricity that can power household appliances. These “mini power plants” just need a standard power plug to work. So unlike rooftop systems, they are easily installed and removed without the help of an electrician. Many also include a battery, which stores any extra electricity. Germany is spearheading the uptake of plug-in technology, with more than 1.2 million systems now installed across the country. The technology has recently also been legalised in other European nations such as France and Austria, as well as the United Kingdom and many jurisdictions in the United States. Plug-in solar systems could help Australians save hundreds of dollars on their annual power bills. However, the exact benefits depend on what kind of home you have and how you use energy. We used the Nationwide Home Energy Rating Scheme Whole of Home tool to estimate how much households in Australia’s capital cities could save by installing a one-kilowatt plug-in solar system that is vertical, unshaded and faces true north. A household in Canberra could save A$226 each year. In Adelaide, this figure rises to $372. This equates to about 13% in savings, based on the average amount Australians pay in annual energy bills. This may be even higher for low-income households, which typically use less electricity than other households.https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/a7rY2/2/ In Australia, these systems are gaining traction among advocates and policy makers. However, it’s currently illegal to install such systems in Australia. If this is to change, we must overcome three main obstacles. Technical challenges Currently, no tested or certified plug-in solar systems are available in Australia. This means existing technical standards and safety rules don’t account for this new technology. More research is needed to understand how we can use plug-in systems safely, and how they may affect the wider electricity grid. This will determine if we place limits on how big these systems are and whether they can be exported. It will also tell us if we must update Australia’s household wiring standards. Regulatory challenges Australian rental and strata laws are a major barrier to adopting plug-in systems. These laws give landlords and body-corporates – legal bodies that manage shared property such as an apartment block – more control over building upgrades than the people living in the homes. However, Germany has changed its rules to empower households. For example, German landlords and body-corporates can’t unreasonably block plug‑in balcony solar systems, say if they simply don’t like how the systems look. Social challenges Our research shows many renters and vulnerable households want more climate‑friendly homes. However, they may not make any concrete changes because they lack information or mistrust new technologies. To ensure all Australians benefit from renewable energy systems, we need solutions that suit different kinds of households and are co-designed with local communities. In Australia, we’re not yet ready to install plug‑in solar systems. But portable power stations are already available, and could help more Australians benefit from free solar power. Portable power stations are indoor battery packs charged via a household powerpoint. These packs are able to store free daytime electricity for later use and have sockets to connect lights, small appliances and devices such as TVs, computers and phones. These stations can be installed in Australia without the approval of an electrician, landlord or strata body. The new federal Solar Sharer Offer and Victoria’s upcoming Midday Power Saver provide free midday electricity tariffs to eligible households. Electricity tariffs determine how much you pay for the energy you consume. Free midday tariffs are most helpful for households who can use a lot of power over lunchtime. For people who aren’t as flexible, however, portable power stations allow the storage of this free midday electricity to use at other times. This combination may also benefit people living in high-rise apartments, where it’s difficult to install rooftop solar. But some people may need support to buy and use them efficiently. Australia is making ground in our clean energy transition. But we must develop safe and affordable ways for all households to switch to renewable electricity. Authors: Nicola Willand, Associate Professor in Housing, School of Property, Construction and Project Management, RMIT University; Alan Pears, Senior Industry Fellow, Environment and Planning, RMIT University; Mike Roberts, Senior Research Fellow, School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering, UNSW Sydney; Xiufang (Leah) Li, Senior Lecturer, Communication and Media Studies, RMIT University This article was initially published in The Conversation and is republished here under a Creative Commons Licence. The views and opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own, and do not necessarily reflect those held by pv magazine. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: [email protected]. 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Filter News By President Andy Schnare at Deep Cove Ocean Products, which has received funding to install floating head refrigeration and a heat exchanger in its lobster holding and processing facility in Blandford, Lunenburg County. (Province of Nova Scotia) The Province is helping 20 seafood and aquaculture companies across Nova Scotia reduce their fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions. The $2.22-million investment is the third round of funding through the Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund to help companies adopt innovative technology. “The seafood sector is a pillar of Nova Scotia’s economy and culture, and we’re thrilled to offer this support,” said Kent Smith, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture. “The energy efficiency technology that organizations are able to adopt with this funding decreases their carbon footprints and reduces their operational costs. It’s a win-win.” The three-year fund, administered by Efficiency Nova Scotia, will provide a total of $6.5 million to industry climate change projects, from installing solar panels to outfitting fishing boats with hybrid propulsion systems. The fourth round of funding is now open for applications. “Nova Scotia’s fisheries and aquaculture sector is an essential part of our economy and our communities. By supporting innovative, energy efficient solutions, we’re helping businesses strengthen their long-term competitiveness while reducing operating costs and preparing for a lower-carbon future. We’ve seen first-hand the sector’s willingness to embrace new technologies and approaches, and we’re excited to support the next wave of projects that will help build a more competitive and resilient industry.” — Martha Casey, interim President and CEO, Efficiency One “The funding received from FAEEIF has not only provided immediate savings in energy costs and reduced our carbon footprint but has set us on a path to continue investing in energy-saving equipment. Deep Cove is putting together an energy-reducing technology program that we hope, in less than three years, makes our business net zero and saves us hundreds of thousands of dollars over the next 15 years.” — Andy Schnare, President, Deep Cove Ocean Products “Like many businesses in Nova Scotia, aquaculture companies are looking at how they can reduce emissions, employ renewable energy options and lower their operating costs long term. Investments like the ones announced today for Town Point Oysters and Aqua Production Systems are great examples of how – at home and at work – we can all play a role in making decisions that use new ways of having an impact while doing everyday actions.” — Jeff Bishop, Executive Director, Aquaculture Association of Nova Scotia Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund: https://www.efficiencyns.ca/business/business-types/agriculture/fisheries-and-aquaculture-energy-efficiency-innovation-fund/ Nova Scotia Fisheries and Aquaculture Loan Board lending program: https://nsfishloan.ca/energy-efficiency Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth: https://climatechange.novascotia.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/ns-climate-change-plan.pdf Funding recipients and projects:
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