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A new report from Metal Focus reveals that global silver market remains structurally tight, with elevated prices, a fifth consecutive annual supply deficit in 2025, and ongoing mine and recycling constraints despite modest production growth. At the same time, PV-driven silver demand is falling sharply due to cost pressure and thrifting.
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The global silver market remains structurally tight despite weakening demand from the photovoltaic sector, with elevated prices and constrained supply continuing to shape the PV manufacturing landscape.
According to the latest World Silver Survey 2026 by independent research consultancy Metals Focus, silver prices rose sharply through 2025, averaging just over $40 per ounce, a 42% year-on-year increase, before climbing to even higher levels in early 2026. The rally was driven by a combination of strong investment demand, tightening physical supply, and ongoing geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty.
At the same time, the solar sector, long a key driver of industrial silver demand, is entering a period of adjustment. Silver demand from PV producers declined by 6% in 2025 to 186.6 million ounces and is now forecast to fall by a further 19% in 2026 to around 151 million ounces.
“Industrial offtake slipped by 3% to 657.4 million ounces, marking the first post-pandemic decline, as a contraction in PV demand and thrifting elsewhere outweighed gains linked to AI-related data-centers, high-speed transmission hardware, EV penetration and charging infrastructure,” the report reads.
The decline in PV-related silver consumption reflects a combination of technological change and cost pressure. As silver prices increased, module manufacturers accelerated efforts to reduce silver loadings per cell by adopting thrifting strategies and alternative metallization approaches.
The analysts explained that intense competition and rising raw material costs have pushed producers to cut silver usage, even as global solar installations continue to grow, noting that this growing decoupling between PV capacity expansion and silver demand marks a significant shift for the industry.
On the supply side, global silver mine production rose significantly last year, supported by mining project ramp-ups in Latin America. Recycling also increased modestly, reaching a 13-year high of 197.6 million ounces.
Despite these positive results, the silver sector recorded its fifth consecutive annual deficit in 2025, totaling 40.3 million ounces, with another shortfall expected in 2026. Structural constraints, including declining ore grades, operational disruptions, and a limited pipeline of new projects, are expected to continue limiting supply growth. Recycling volumes are rising but remain constrained by refinery bottlenecks and capacity challenges.
The report also reveals that, while PV demand weakened, other segments such as AI-driven data centers, electric vehicles, and power infrastructure continued to support consumption.
Looking ahead, total industrial demand is expected to decline again in 2026, with further weakness in PV outweighing gains in emerging applications. Silver, however, is expected to remain a strategic material risk for PV manufacturers, even as technological innovation continues to reduce dependence on the metal.
According to recent analysis by the Silver Institute, the photovoltaic industry is expected to use less silver in 2026. Silver paste currenly accounts for around 10-20% of total solar cell costs, creating a difficult environment for manufacturers already facing overcapacity, falling module prices and squeezed margins.
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India Set to Become World’s 2nd Largest Solar Market by 2026, Says NSEFI  Rozana Spokesman
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Langfang Sol-Bright New Energy Technology, Solabot Technologies, LEAPTING, Aegeus Technologies, and Vayu Solar were the top five robotic solar module cleaning equipment suppliers to the Indian solar market in 2025, according to Mercom India’s India Solar Market Leaderboard 2026 report.
The top five companies shipped approximately 82% of the cleaning equipment used in solar projects during the year.
In 2025, the robotic module cleaning equipment market recorded strong growth, driven by rising utility-scale solar installations and notable shifts among leading suppliers. Robotic cleaning has proven to be more effective than traditional manual water-based methods. Such equipment helps enhance module efficiency by ensuring consistent removal of dust and corrosive substances, thereby extending panel lifespan and improving energy generation.
The market is increasingly competitive and growth-oriented, with supplier rankings now shaped by their ability to scale across large utility projects. Adoption of robotic cleaning systems is accelerating, driven by the need to optimize operations and maintenance and the imperative to maximize project efficiency. Meanwhile, robotic dry-cleaning systems are gaining popularity due to growing concerns about water scarcity.
Robotic solar module cleaning equipment suppliers believe that automating module cleaning is six times more cost-effective than traditional methods.
In 2025, Sol-Bright led the country’s shipments of robotic module cleaning equipment, accounting for about 35% market share. In December 2025, the company signed a contract with Rays Power Infra to supply water-free robotic cleaning systems 250 MW solar project in Bikaner, Rajasthan. In November of the same year, Sol-Bright secured an order to supply its water-free robotic solar module cleaning systems to AMPIN Energy Transition’s 160 MW wind-solar hybrid projects in Rajasthan. In October 2025, Sol-Bright signed a contract with Azure Power to supply water-free robotic cleaning systems for its 300 MW Solar Project in Phalodi, Rajasthan.
Solabot accounted for roughly 12% of the 2025 market, ranking second overall. During the year, the company supplied module cleaning equipment to solar projects across Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. In October 2025, the company signed a contract to supply dry-cleaning robots to BluPine Energy’s solar project in Tharad, Gujarat.
With around 12% market share, LEAPTING ranked third in the Indian market. Last December, the company signed an agreement with Adani Solar to supply Automatic G1 Cleaning Robots and intelligent cleaning systems for Adani Group’s 2 GW solar project. In the same month, it secured a supply order from ReNew Power for about 2,500 G1 robots. Earlier in November, LEAPTING won a contract to deliver 662 G1 2P robots for two 100 MW solar projects in Radhanpur, Gujarat.
Aegeus and Vayu Solar rounded out the top five, each accounting for over 11% of market share, with Aegeus supplying its robotic module-cleaning equipment for a 400-MW solar project in Barmer, Rajasthan.
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Scientists have created a residential-scale system for producing green hydrogen using end-of-life photovoltaic modules, according to a report from pv magazine. The approach pairs solar panels that retain most of their original capacity with a specific type of electrolyzer.
The system modifies a panel’s internal electrical connections to align its output more directly with the needs of the electrolyzer. This design eliminates the requirement for certain power electronics, reducing complexity. The method can be adapted to different standard panel architectures and can accommodate variations in the condition of used modules.
In operation, the system achieves a high percentage of the energy yield possible with more complex electronic optimization. Testing under real conditions indicated the setup can produce a daily volume of hydrogen that surpasses a baseline estimate for basic household needs. The process converts sunlight to hydrogen at a stated efficiency rate, capturing a significant portion of the theoretical maximum for such simplified designs.
Economically, the system achieves a specific cost per kilogram of hydrogen. This represents a notable cost reduction compared to reference systems, an advantage attributed to avoiding new power electronics and reusing existing photovoltaic materials. The concept aims to tackle both photovoltaic waste management and the expense of green hydrogen production by extending the useful life of solar panels.
The authors acknowledge the system operates at a lower efficiency than configurations using advanced electronic controls and is subject to variations in sunlight. They conclude that the simplicity, reduced cost, and ease of integrating the system present a promising path for decentralized applications. The research has been published in a scientific journal focused on energy conversion.
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Montreal – Hydro-Québec has opened the bids received in response to the call for tenders launched on May 6, 2025, for a maximum of 300 MW of solar energy. The 60 bids submitted add up to 481 MW spread across 14 of Québec’s administrative regions.
The solar farms must have a maximum installed capacity of 25 MW and be connected to the distribution system by 2029. The projects must also maximize the economic spinoffs for Québec, avoid agricultural zones, and ensure responsible equipment sourcing.
About 40% of the proposed projects involve the participation of a local municipality or an Indigenous community.
Over the coming months, Hydro-Québec will evaluate the bids, particularly based on their competitiveness, and determine how many projects will be selected for a maximum of 300 MW.
The results of the call for tenders will be announced during the first quarter of 2027.
Once the contracts are signed, the developers will be responsible for obtaining the necessary authorizations and permits. Electricity deliveries must begin no later than December 1, 2029.
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SWELECT Energy Systems Ltd said on Wednesday it has launched an off-grid solar cooking solution that enables households to use induction stoves powered entirely by solar energy, without relying on grid electricity or cooking gas.
The product, unveiled on the occasion of Tamil New Year, comes as rising LPG prices and supply uncertainties push demand for alternative cooking solutions. The system uses solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to run standard induction stoves, allowing households to cook using solar power alone. The company said the solution is designed to offer energy independence and reduce reliance on conventional fuels.
“This Tamil New Year, we wanted to bring a solution that allows households to cook without worrying about gas cylinders or power cuts,” said Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Arulkumar Shanmugasundaram.
SWELECT said the technology enables clean cooking with zero emissions at the point of use, while also lowering long-term household energy costs. The company is initially offering the product in limited quantities during the launch phase.
The offering targets households seeking to reduce exposure to volatile LPG prices and improve energy security, particularly in areas with unreliable electricity supply.
The launch marks an expansion of SWELECT’s portfolio of solar-based solutions as it looks to strengthen its presence in distributed and consumer-focused renewable energy applications.
Founded in 1984, SWELECT Energy Systems manufactures solar PV modules, mounting structures and power conditioning units, and also provides engineering, procurement and construction services. The company has transitioned from its earlier identity as Numeric, a UPS solutions provider, to focus on solar energy and power electronics.
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According to a report from Yahoo Finance, earlier this year, SpaceX submitted a government application to potentially launch a large number of data centers into orbit. This concept, which has not been achieved before, could theoretically reduce cooling expenses and utilize solar energy. The broader context is a significant expansion of data center infrastructure to support technological advancements, which is increasing energy demands.
Analysts note that substantial new energy supplies will be required to power the global buildout of data centers. This need has led to a positive outlook on nuclear energy from some experts. Analysts from one financial institution view the potential growth in nuclear power as a significant financial opportunity.
Firms such as Oklo and NuScale Power, which focus on small modular reactor technology, are seen as potential beneficiaries of this trend. This technology is characterized by potentially lower construction costs, shorter build times, enhanced safety, and easier scalability compared to traditional nuclear plants.
The two companies differ in their market focus. NuScale Power primarily concentrates on large-scale utility projects, including one with a public power agency. Oklo is more oriented toward providing smaller systems designed for specific energy users, such as data centers, and has an agreement with a social media company for a system with a planned operational date.
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Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the solar cells and light-emitting diodes landscape in the United States.
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The growing availability of financing options has had a visible impact on solar adoption. States with well-developed financing ecosystems and supportive policies have recorded significantly higher growth in rooftop installations. In some regions, adoption rates have increased multiple times within a short period.
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India’s clean energy transition is often discussed in terms of ambitious capacity targets and rapid solar deployment. However, an equally significant transformation is taking place in the background — the evolution of financing mechanisms that are making solar energy more accessible and economically viable across consumer segments.
Over the past decade, India’s installed solar capacity has grown to approximately 85–90 GW, positioning the country among the world’s leading solar markets. Within this, rooftop solar installations account for an estimated 11–13 GW. While this growth has been substantial, it represents only a fraction of the country’s long-term ambition.
India has set a target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, with solar energy expected to contribute around 280–300 GW. Achieving this scale will require not only continued policy support and technological advancement but also a robust and inclusive financing ecosystem capable of supporting widespread adoption.
Historically, one of the primary barriers to solar adoption has been the high upfront cost. Residential rooftop systems typically require an investment ranging from INR 2 lakh to INR 5 lakh, making them inaccessible to a large section of households and small businesses.
As a result, adoption has been skewed toward the commercial and industrial (C&I) segment, which accounts for nearly 70–75% of rooftop installations. These consumers possess the financial capacity to make long-term investments and benefit from energy cost savings over time. However, this concentration has also highlighted the need for more inclusive financing solutions.
Government intervention has played an important role in improving affordability. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, launched to accelerate residential rooftop adoption, offers subsidies of up to 40% for eligible systems and aims to benefit nearly one crore households. The scheme has a total outlay of approximately ₹75,000 crore, reflecting the scale of policy commitment toward distributed solar.
While such initiatives reduce upfront costs, subsidies alone are insufficient to unlock mass adoption. The broader shift is being driven by innovative financing models that address the affordability challenge more directly.
In recent years, the Indian solar market has witnessed the rapid adoption of alternative financing structures:
OPEX and Pay-as-you-go Models: These allow consumers to avoid upfront investment by paying only for the electricity generated. Third-party developers own and operate the systems, making this model particularly effective for commercial users.
RESCO (Renewable Energy Service Company) Model: Under this framework, developers install and own the solar asset while selling power at a pre-agreed tariff. This provides consumers with predictable savings and minimal operational responsibility.
Solar Loans and EMI-Based Financing: Banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), and fintech platforms are increasingly offering tailored loan products for solar installations. In many cases, monthly EMI payments are comparable to or lower than existing electricity bills.
Leasing and Subscription Models: These models enable users to access solar systems without ownership, reducing financial risk and simplifying adoption, particularly in urban markets.
Digital Financing Platforms: Technology-driven platforms are streamlining the financing process by integrating system design, loan approval, and installation services, thereby reducing timelines and improving transparency.
The growing availability of financing options has had a visible impact on solar adoption. States with well-developed financing ecosystems and supportive policies have recorded significantly higher growth in rooftop installations. In some regions, adoption rates have increased multiple times within a short period.
Moreover, solar energy is increasingly being perceived not merely as an expense but as a long-term investment. With payback periods typically ranging between four and six years, consumers are able to recover their initial investment relatively quickly, after which electricity generation effectively becomes cost-free.
Despite these advances, several challenges continue to constrain the full potential of solar financing in India. These include limited consumer awareness regarding available financing options, complex documentation processes, perceived credit risks — particularly in the MSME segment — and delays in subsidy disbursement. Additionally, a lack of standardization across states and financing institutions creates inconsistencies in implementation.
Addressing these issues will be critical to ensuring sustained growth, particularly in rural and semi-urban markets where adoption remains relatively low.
India’s solar financing landscape is expected to evolve further as the market matures. Emerging trends such as embedded finance, AI-driven credit assessment, and integrated financing solutions for solar-plus-storage systems are likely to shape the next phase of growth.
Industry estimates suggest that the solar financing opportunity in India could reach INR 8–10 trillion over time, underlining the scale of untapped demand.
Ultimately, the success of India’s solar transition will depend not only on how much capacity is installed but also on how easily consumers can access and finance that capacity. Financing, therefore, is no longer a supporting component of the solar ecosystem — it is becoming one of its central pillars.
As innovative financing models continue to lower entry barriers and expand access, solar energy is steadily moving from being an alternative energy source to becoming a mainstream solution for India’s power needs.
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The company driving two of Australia’s largest renewable energy projects has announced key milestones for the system architecture that is to serve as the backbone for the proposed giga-scale green hydrogen projects.
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InterContinental Energy (ICE) announced it has secured up to $1.6 million (USD 1.14 million) in federal government funding to develop a digital twin for its P2(H2)Node (power to hydrogen node) that is designed to provide standardised architecture for large-scale green hydrogen production projects.
The Perth-based company said it has also signed the first licence for the modular system architecture, which will see the node deployed on an as-yet unidentified “large-scale renewable hydrogen project.”
While ICE did not identify the licence holder, the company’s head of engineering and innovation, Richard Colwell, said the agreement will provide an early reference case for the P2(H2)Node, paving the way for further agreements with developers globally.
“This first licence is a significant milestone, moving the node from concept to deployment,” he said. “We expect it to serve as a model for future licences, enabling developers to use a proven, optimised design rather than starting from scratch.”
The patented P2(H2)Node system is engineered to directly integrate giga-scale hydrogen production with large-scale solar and wind farms, eliminating long-distance transmission, cutting costs and boosting efficiency.
ICE has estimated that the modular architecture will cut capital expenditure by up to 10% and boost operational efficiency by as much as 10% compared to conventional hydrogen production models.
The company is now working to develop a standardised digital twin and licensable engineering design for the node after securing up to $1.6 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) under its Advancing Renewables Program.
ICE said ARENA’s support will help create a Digital Twin Optimisation Framework that developers can use to plan large-scale green fuel hubs.
Colwell said standardising and simulating the nodal architecture across varying technology and site parameters, the framework will help developers plan renewable hydrogen projects with greater certainty on cost, performance and delivery timelines.
“We are advancing digital and engineering design work that gives developers and investors more certainty on cost, performance and timing, at a time when fuel security and AI power needs are front of mind,” he said.
The P2(H2)Node architecture, now patented in more than 50 countries, is set to serve as the mainstay of the proposed 70 GW Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH), being developed in southwest Western Australia by ICE in collaboration with CWP Global and Mirning Green Energy.
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Spanning 15,000 square kilometres, the WGEH would include up to 70 GW of solar and wind generation developed in stages to power electrolysers to produce up to 3.5 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually for both domestic consumption and export, positioning it among the largest green hydrogen projects in the world.
ICE recently announced that it has secured enough green ammonia offtake interest from Japanese and Korean customers to support an initial stage that would deliver a minimum 1.4 million tonnes per year online in 2033, which would be followed by subsequent phases until the full planned capacity is reached by 2050.
The developers have also signed a feasibility phase agreement with Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer Sany International Development and South Korean entities to advance Stage 1 development of the project. The agreement enables full feasibility and pre-FEED studies for Stage 1, which targets approximately 6 GW of solar and wind capacity producing up to 330,000 tonnes per year of green hydrogen.
ICE is also developing the Australian Renewable Energy Hub (AREH), a 26 GW solar, wind, and green hydrogen project planned for Western Australia’s Pilbara region. At full scale, AREH could produce up to 1.6 million tonnes of green hydrogen.
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By Kollibri terre Sonnenblume, originally published by Macska Moksha Press
April 14, 2026
I recently saw someone online wax poetic about how solar panels are so benign because they don’t leak oil or emit air pollution or make noise like machinery running on fossil fuels. “They just sit there,” he said, doing their thing. While I agree that we must reduce fossil fuel use for the good of the planet, I must point out that solar panels are not benign.
Like any technological product manufactured by industrial processes from raw materials extracted from the earth, solar panels have an ecological footprint that negatively impacts the more-than-human world.
Currently, the subject of these impacts is most often ignored or when it’s not, is usually hand-waved away. After all, the carbon-centric narrative goes, with the climate crisis being such an existential threat, we must do anything we can to “decarbonize” and that means scaling up solar, wind, etc., as fast as possible. As regular readers will know, I have long advocated for cutting overall energy use and consumption rather than trying to sustain current levels with alternate means. To emphasize: my critique of “green” or “clean” energy is from an environmental perspective, and be assured I’m far from a climate denier.
I’ll also add that I personally appreciate solar power in my own life. As someone who doesn’t have a permanent home and who has regularly ended up in off-grid situations, I own portable solar equipment to keep my gear charged. It’s amazing technology that has allowed me to do my writing and photography in remote places and I’m grateful for that. Especially since I visit some of these locales because they are under threat from expanding development and I want to document them in the interest of their defense.
My main concern is with the utility-scale photovoltaic plants (colloquially known as solar farms) because of the large amount of wildlife habitat they wipe out. I love the western deserts and their flora and fauna, and I’m opposed to them being sacrificed. Rooftop, brownfield or parking lot installations are preferable in this way, though there is still the impact of manufacturing and disposing of the panels themselves, which is not trivial, and which I aim to highlight here.
The three main types of solar panels used in utility-scale plants are monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and thin-film. The crystalline types are by far more common. Monocrystalline panels are the most efficient, last the longest and have the highest cost. Polycrystalline panels are more affordable, but are no longer the standard in utility-scale operations. Thin-film is less efficient (and less expensive) than both but can tolerate higher temperatures, which is advantageous in desert regions. Currently, thin-film panels comprise only ~5% of those in use, so I’ll be skipping over them here.
Silicon is the key material needed for crystalline panels. (Thin-film panels may or may not use silicon, so more on those later.) Silicon is made from quartzite sand, which is in turn from quartzite ore. Quartzite ore is extracted from open-pit quarries or underground mines. As far as habitat degradation goes, mining is a nightmare. Besides the literal loss of land, there’s all the pollution including toxic dust and fumes, chemicals, emissions, noise, etc. Local water sources are often depleted or tainted. Restoration of such spaces to their original states is impossible. Yes, another mix of flora and fauna can thrive there in time—and I’m the last person to throw shade on novel ecosystems—but the loss of the original is permanent. The “green” and “clean” monikers applied to technology like solar panels ignore the mining step, even though it’s absolutely essential.
Transforming the quartzite ore into sand is a multi-step process involving specialized industrial equipment, high temperatures, lots of water and of course copious energy.
First the ore is crushed, screened, washed, and “calcined” (heated to 1800-2000°F to purify it).
Next steps include magnetic separation (to remove ferrous impurities), air classifying (which separates the particles by size), and surface treatment (to improve various properties like water repellency).
To finally get to pure silicon, the sand is mixed with a carbon source (like coal) and put in an arc furnace. As the oxide burns away, silicon is left behind, though still with some impurities, which are removed using hydrogen and hydrochloric acid. The final result must be greater than 99.9999% silicon to be solar grade.
For monocrystalline panels, this nearly 100% silicon is made into ingots through a fascinating process called the Czochralski Method. A “seed crystal” on a shaft is lowered until it just touches the surface of a vat of molten silicon, and then is slowly raised and rotated. A crystalline structure of silicon forms in a cylinder up to six feet long, vaguely like growing sugar crystals on a string. (For polycrystalline panels, molten silicon is cooled in molds.)
The ingot is sliced into thin wafers (180–300 micrometers thick) with a diamond-coated precision saw. The wafers are cleaned in baths of acidic and alkaline liquid and with ultrasound. Then they are treated with an alkaline solution that roughens the surface at the microscopic level, reducing reflectivity so more of the light hitting the wafers is absorbed. Next they are “doped” to maximize their conductivity. “Doping” uses phosphorus oxychloride to infuse the surface with minute impurities, which is what make the wafers functional as electrical components. Yes, after all that complicated refining, the wafers won’t function until purposefully made less pure in a very particular way. The doping step requires temperatures of 1475-1650°F.
A few more coatings are applied to the wafer: on the front, silicon nitride for anti-reflectivity and silver for conductivity, and on the back, aluminum to complete the electrical circuit. The front of the wafer is the positive side, and the back is the negative side. At this point, the wafers are finished solar cells, and are tested to ensure efficiency and output.
To manufacture a solar panel, individual cells are strung together with metallic “busbars” and “bus ribbons” to carry the current (lots of soldering at this step), and the resulting grid of cells is sandwiched between layers of encapsulation (usually an ethylene vinyl acetate film) with glass on top and a weatherproof plastic “backsheet” underneath. After being laminated with heat, the now joined layers are affixed in a frame with a junction box on back.
The International Renewable Energy Agency estimates that by 2050, the world will have to deal with ~78 million metric tons of solar panel waste. There’s no coordinated plan or regulations to deal with this. Currently, the rate of recycling is around 10% but the number of solar panels reaching their end of service life now is much lower than it will be in the future due to the great number of panels being manufactured and installed. That is, if the current number of panels being recycled didn’t change, then in a couple decades the percentage would be lower than 10. So if we’re serious about recycling solar panels, we have a lot of work ahead of us.
The challenges might be primarily logistical and economical. Technically speaking, the glass panes and aluminum are fairly simple to sort out and the silicon wafers can be melted down and re-purified, though dealing with the encapsulation layer is “not straightforward.” Also, as with any industrial processes, recycling will itself require machines and energy and will generate waste.
Logistical challenges include building recycling facilities, setting up systems of collection, and legislating the policies to make it all happen. Economically, whether recycling “pencils out” or not will depend on a number of circumstances, such as whether profit motive is the deciding factor.
At the moment, though, solar panel recycling is barely a thing, and we can’t just count on the hope that “we’ll work that out later.” It really needs to be prioritized right now, if only to clean up the mess we’ve made so far.
It’s true that a solar panel does not leak oil or emit air pollution or generate noise. But its manufacture and disposal are not benign. Next time you see a utility-scaled photovoltaic plant in person or otherwise, try to picture the footprint it left elsewhere, from the gaping hole of the quartz-ore mine, to all the factories and industrial machines involved along the way, to the piles of old panels that may or may not be recycled.
I don’t know how big of a role solar energy will play in the years and decades ahead, but I hope it is small because our overall energy consumption ends up declining. My personal best-case scenario is no new energy infrastructure because we reduce that much that fast.
The author is a writer, photographer, tree hugger, animal lover and dissident, as well as being a former farmer who holds a writing degree. Kollibri’s work can be found Macska Moksha Press (http://www.macskamoksha.com).“
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The stock’s rally culminated in an intraday high of Rs 251.15, marking an impressive 5.46% gain on the day and outperforming its sector by 1.63%. This advance follows a four-day winning streak, during which Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd delivered a cumulative return of 10.51%. The stock also opened with a notable gap-up of 2.79%, signalling strong buying interest from the outset. Trading comfortably above all key moving averages—5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day—the price action reflects robust upward momentum. Meanwhile, the broader market, represented by the Sensex, advanced 1.74% to 78,182.78, despite trading below its 50-day moving average, indicating that Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd is outperforming the general market trend. How does this stock’s breakout compare with the broader market’s technical positioning?
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The technical landscape for Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd is marked by a compelling alignment of momentum indicators. On the weekly timeframe, Bollinger Bands signal bullishness, suggesting price volatility is expanding upwards with the stock pushing the upper band. Dow Theory on the weekly chart registers a mildly bullish stance, indicating that the primary trend remains positive despite some short-term fluctuations. The daily moving averages confirm the uptrend, with the stock price trading above all major averages, reinforcing the strength of the rally. However, some oscillators such as MACD and KST lack clear signals on both weekly and monthly charts, while RSI on weekly and monthly frames remains neutral, indicating the stock is not yet overbought and may have room to run. The On-Balance Volume (OBV) indicator shows no definitive trend on the weekly or monthly charts, suggesting volume has not yet decisively confirmed the price move but has not contradicted it either. What does the mixed oscillator picture imply for the sustainability of this momentum?
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Solar equipment manufacturer Jupiter International and Indian independent power producer Ampin Energy Transition have commissioned a 1.3GW solar cell and module manufacturing facility in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. 
The facility has been developed through a joint venture between the two companies, established in 2023, and is being set up under tranche II of the Government of India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. 
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Modules produced at the plant will primarily be deployed across Ampin Energy Transition’s domestic portfolio, with additional volumes supplied to third-party developers in the Indian market. 
“The inauguration of the manufacturing facility of AMPIN Solar One Private Limited is a significant step aimed towards building a stronger domestic manufacturing backbone for India’s energy transition,” Alok Garodia, chairman, Jupiter International Limited, said. 
“This platform brings together scale, manufacturing depth and quality-focused execution, so as to enable the reliable supply of high-performance cells and modules from within the country. We are proud to partner with AMPIN and the Government of Odisha in advancing clean energy ambitions.” 
Kolkata-based Jupiter has nearly doubled its solar cell manufacturing capacity in India to around 2GW following the commissioning of a 1GW mono passivated emitter rear contact (PERC) production line in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. 
The new line, developed by its subsidiary Jupiter Solartech, forms part of the company’s third manufacturing unit and increases total installed capacity from 959MW to close to 2GW of mono PERC solar cells as of February 2026. 
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Though freezing temperatures have contributed to high utility bills, rate hikes have also been driven by investments in grid infrastructure, demand for artificial intelligence–focused data centers and the rising cost of natural gas.

As a solution, Delaware lawmakers are encouraging residents to apply for community solar energy programs to reduce their bills.
Community solar programs allow homeowners and renters to receive energy from a shared solar farm and gain solar credits that automatically appear on their electricity bills.
Wilmington residents are now applying for community solar.
Developer-operator Dimension Energy has partnered with public benefit corporation Ampion to enroll customers who could save about $300 a year on their energy bills.
“These are projects that can come online quickly and help the grid operate better, but also provide immediate relief to customers — many of whom don’t really have options to cut their electric bills,” said Brandon Smithwood, vice president of policy for Dimension Energy.
The solar farms, built on underutilized farmland, will send renewable energy to the Delmarva grid. The projects operated by Dimension Energy in Delaware will generate 10 megawatts of generation capacity that could power about 2,500 homes.
Residents who sign up to become subscribers will receive a share of the solar energy produced. Each month, solar credits will appear on their Delmarva bill and reduce what they owe by 10–20% of the credit value. That could amount up to $336 per year in individual savings, according to Dimension Energy and Ampion.
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Nathan Owen, CEO of Ampion, said he believes community solar is the only solution to increased energy rates.
The price per unit of energy, as well as the price to deliver energy to households, has increased significantly. Prices for grid operator PJM Interconnection’s capacity auction, a complex pricing system that guarantees future electricity supply, increased significantly because of a supply-demand imbalance, increased power demand from AI data centers and slow construction for new energy generation.
“We have never seen these types of price increases,” Owen said. “The capacity auctions that we’ve seen recently in PJM are putting incredible upward pressure on prices.”
Unlike new natural gas power plants that could take up to seven years to complete, community solar projects can be built in two years or less. They reduce the amount of electricity the grid uses, which relieves the pressure to drive up costs, said Dimension Energy’s Smithwood.

“The grid can’t keep up, and it can’t keep up in part because we can’t build enough power generation fast,” he said. “These are small, community-scale projects that fit on 20 acres or on a warehouse roof and they can be built fast.”
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“Going to a hybrid car is great, or using energy-efficient light bulbs is great, but the steps we need to be taking as a society are of a much larger scale,” Shirbach said. “So, when something like this becomes available, it’s exciting and an opportunity to jump at the chance.”
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German tracker manufacturer Ideematec has executed an agreement with Parliament Energy to supply its Horizon L:TEC 1P trackers for 1.2 GWac of solar projects in Texas.
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Tracker manufacturer Ideematec announced it has signed an agreement to supply 1.2 GW of 1P solar trackers to Parliament Energy for solar projects in Texas. The supply deal covers three upcoming projects ranging in size from 285 MW to 505 MW.
Parliament Energy, an independent power producer sponsored by EnCap Investments and Mercuria Energy, is expanding its existing partnership with Ideematec following the 2025 commissioning of the 480 MW Parliament Solar project near Houston. 
The tracker selection highlights a continued emphasis on hardware resilience in markets prone to extreme weather. Texas has seen significant solar asset damage in recent years, leading developers to prioritize systems with high wind and hail tolerances. Ideematec’s 1P tracker utilizes a patented decoupled drive technology and is rated to withstand wind speeds up to 224 mph.
“Our proven performance in hurricane-prone regions, combined with our advanced hail stow design, gives PEH confidence that our L:TEC 1P system can withstand both high winds and hail—even when occurring simultaneously,” said Philipp Klemm, CEO of Ideematec Inc. 
Tracker installation is slated to begin first at the 505 MW Tehuacana Creek Solar project south of Dallas. The remaining two projects in the 1.2 GW portfolio are expected to begin installation in mid-2026. 
The deal comes as global solar tracker shipments increased 20% in 2025, while U.S. supplier market share slipped slightly. While domestic manufacturers like Nextracker and Array Technologies maintain a lead in U.S. total volume, international suppliers are increasingly securing large-scale utility footprints by focusing on site-specific climate risks.
Parliament Energy currently manages a 2.1 GW portfolio. Its sponsors, EnCap and Mercuria, have shifted significant capital toward the energy transition, with Mercuria directing more than 50% of its new investments into renewables and grid optimization. 
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Advances in solar panel design have reduced the impact of microcracking on overall performance, according to Mike Perron, renewable energy market lead for FM. He says risk reduction plays an important role in the process of underwriting solar projects.
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Microcracking has historically contributed to notable solar PV losses, particularly during events back in 2016 and 2018. However, advancements in panel design – such as the use of more busbars and improved cell architecture – have significantly reduced the impact of microcracking on overall performance. Research from external sources, supported by FM’s own testing, indicates that while microcracks may occur, they typically result in minimal power loss and only modest long-term degradation.
FM’s coverage philosophy centers on restoring the client’s production capability to its pre-event level. In that context, microcracking represents a small component of the overall loss scenario and typically does not drive major recovery costs.
Risk reduction measures like thicker glass and early warning systems are certainly viewed favorably during FM’s underwriting process. While they may not lead to dramatic reductions in insurance premiums on their own, they can contribute to incremental improvements in rates, deductibles, and coverage terms, especially when part of a broader resilient design strategy.
FM assesses risk holistically, considering multiple factors including location-specific hazards, equipment durability, site access, and operational protocols. These measures help lower the overall risk profile, which can support more favorable insurance outcomes.
However, it’s important to recognize that the financial benefits from insurance may not always fully offset the increased CAPEX or OPEX associated with these technologies. That said, when these measures are integrated into a well-designed, resilient project, FM is more comfortable offering broader coverage and higher limits. We also work to help project stakeholders understand how thoughtful risk mitigation can justify lower coverage requirements.
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Importantly, FM only provides coverage for the construction phase of a solar project when it is also engaged to insure the operational risk post-construction. This ensures continuity in risk management and alignment of resilience standards throughout the asset’s lifecycle. EPCs working on projects where the client intends to maintain FM coverage after commissioning will find FM to be a proactive and supportive partner in building robust, insurable infrastructure.
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Indian solar manufacturer Premier Energies is set to supply 1.6GW of solar cells and modules in the fourth quarter of 2026, under contracts valued at INR25.77 billion (US$276 million). 
According to Premier, the orders have been placed by undisclosed independent power producers (IPPs) and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors, with delivery scheduled between 2027 and 2028. 
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The orders reflect the company’s changing product mix, with a shift from passivated emitter rear contact (PERC) technology to tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon), the company told PV Tech. 
“This robust order inflow underscores the trust placed by our customers in our manufacturing capabilities and technology roadmap. As India accelerates renewable energy deployment under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, we remain focused on delivering high-quality solar solutions at scale,” said Chiranjeev Saluja, managing director, Premier Energies.  
The Hyderabad-based manufacturer is advancing towards fully integrated manufacturing across ingots, wafers, cells and modules, while expanding into battery storage and inverter production. Its growing order book reflects increasing scale, with module capacity recently expanded to 11.1GW and cell capacity set to reach 10.6GW by September 2026.
Recently, Premier commissioned a 5.6GW solar module manufacturing facility in Seetharampur, Telangana. Spread across 75 acres, the facility can produce four G12R zero busbar (0BB) TOPCon modules every 16 seconds, the company said.
Additionally, the firm launched India’s first 0BB TOPCon solar cell, marking a move away from the conventional 10BB and 16BB designs commonly used in the industry.  
In October 2025, Premier bolstered its solar supply chain by acquiring a 51% stake in transformer manufacturer Transcon and inverter maker KSolare Energy. The company invested INR5 billion (US$57 million) in Transcon and INR1.7 billion (US$19 million) in KSolare alongside Syrma SGS Technology, reinforcing its footprint across the solar manufacturing and power electronics value chain.  
Meanwhile, the company commissioned a 1.2GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing line at Fab City, Hyderabad, Telangana, in June 2025. The facility is designed to deliver over 25% cell efficiency using a 16BB design to enhance power output. 

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Intraday Price Action and Outperformance Context
Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd opened the session with a gap-up of 2.79%, setting the tone for a robust day of trading. The stock’s intraday high of Rs 255.2 marked a 7.16% rise from the previous close, underscoring strong buying interest throughout the session. Compared to the Sensex’s 1.60% gain and the sector’s more modest advance, this surge stands out as a clear sign of stock-specific strength. The four-day winning streak preceding today’s session, which delivered a cumulative 13.91% return, further emphasises the sustained buying momentum. Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd has rewritten its short-term narrative with this sharp rally, raising the question should investors be following the momentum or is this rally due for a pause?
Recent Performance Trajectory
Looking back over the past month, Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd has surged 27.13%, a remarkable outperformance compared to the Sensex’s 4.72% gain in the same period. The three-month return of 16.43% contrasts with the Sensex’s decline of 6.36%, highlighting the stock’s resilience amid broader market weakness. Year-to-date, the stock has gained 32.32%, while the Sensex has fallen 8.38%, underscoring a strong relative performance. This trajectory suggests that today’s 7.01% gain is not an isolated bounce but part of a sustained rally that has been building over several weeks. The question remains whether this momentum can be maintained as the stock approaches key technical resistance levels.
Moving Average Configuration
The technical backdrop for Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd is notably strong. The stock is trading above all major moving averages — the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day — a configuration that typically signals robust underlying strength. This alignment indicates that the recent surge is occurring from a position of technical advantage rather than as a relief rally within a downtrend. The fact that the stock has now breached its previous 52-week high reinforces the breakout narrative. However, the 50-day moving average, often a key resistance level, has already been surpassed, which may now act as support. This setup suggests that the current rally is more than a short-term bounce — is this a breakout that will lead to further gains or will profit-taking emerge near these levels?
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Technical Indicators
The technical signals present a nuanced picture. Weekly Bollinger Bands are bullish, suggesting upward price momentum in the near term, while the Dow Theory indicator is mildly bullish on the weekly timeframe and also on the monthly, indicating a generally positive trend. However, the weekly RSI and MACD readings are either neutral or not signalling a clear trend, and the On-Balance Volume (OBV) shows no definitive trend, which may imply that volume support for the rally is moderate rather than overwhelming. This mixed technical landscape means that while the surge is supported by momentum indicators, some caution is warranted as the stock approaches new highs. The divergence between weekly and monthly indicators raises the question of which timeframe will dominate the stock’s near-term direction.
Market Context
On 15 Apr 2026, the Sensex opened with a strong gap up of 1,133.53 points and was trading at 78,051.56, up 1.57%. Despite this positive market environment, the Sensex remains below its 50-day moving average, which itself is below the 200-day moving average, indicating a bearish configuration at the index level. Mega-cap stocks led the market rally, but Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd’s outperformance in a small-cap segment of the Other Electrical Equipment sector stands out. Several sector indices, including S&P Bse Capital Goods and NIFTY METAL, hit new 52-week highs, reflecting strength in capital goods and metals, which may have indirectly supported sentiment in related electrical equipment stocks. The stock’s 7.01% gain in this context is a strong signal of sector-specific and stock-specific buying interest.
Fundamental Snapshot
Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd operates within the Other Electrical Equipment industry, classified as a small-cap company. While the company’s year-to-date return of 32.32% significantly outpaces the Sensex’s negative 8.38%, the stock’s one-year and three-year returns are flat, indicating that the recent rally is a relatively new development rather than a continuation of a long-term uptrend. This suggests that the current surge is driven more by short-term technical and market factors than by a sustained fundamental uptrend over multiple years.
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Conclusion: Bounce, Breakout, or Continuation?
The 7.01% surge in Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd on 15 Apr 2026 is best characterised as a continuation of an existing momentum rather than a mere technical bounce or a relief rally. The stock’s position above all major moving averages and the breach of its previous 52-week high support a breakout narrative. The sustained four-day rally and strong monthly and quarterly returns reinforce this interpretation. However, the mixed signals from volume and momentum indicators suggest that some caution is warranted as the stock approaches potential resistance levels. The broader market’s positive but cautious tone adds to this complexity. Investors may find it prudent to consider whether the current momentum can be sustained or if profit-taking will temper gains in the near term.
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Free midday electricity schemes aim to shift household demand into periods of high solar PV generation, reducing midday surplus and evening fossil-fuel ramp-up. Research on Australia’s Solar Sharer program suggests such incentives could significantly improve renewable utilization, but outcomes depend on consumer behaviour, load shifting, and rebound effects.
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Free midday electricity is a key tool for encouraging consumers to use appliances and consume more power during hours of strong photovoltaic production, when electricity supply often exceeds demand, creating inefficiencies in the system. By lowering prices to zero or near zero, consumers are incentivized to shift their energy use to these periods, helping to align demand with renewable energy generation and reduce wasted solar power.
With this in mind, a researcher from Cambridge University, Ray Galvin, has investigated how the Solar Sharer program – set to launch on July in Australia – could pave the way for the adoption of similar incentives in other countries with high renewable energy shares.
Under this program, households with smart meters receive about three hours of free electricity during the middle of the day, when solar power is abundant. The time window starts between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm, depending on the state.
“The scheme could best be replicated in markets that have a substantial share of solar electricity,” Galvin told pv magazine. “This produces a wave of excess power around midday and a few hours either side, when the domestic electricity load is relatively low, but doesn’t produce in the evening, when most domestic electricity consumption occurs. This results in fossil-fueled electricity sources having to be ramped up in the evening. The Solar Sharer scheme aims to induce households to shift part of their loads away from the evening to the period when solar PV is producing excessively.”
Galvin explained that the length of the free midday free electricity period should be set to suit the average amount of excess solar power, which varies from country to country and from season to season within a country. “With Australia the seasonal difference isn’t that great, so they can set the period to suit the average time of excess solar generation,” he added. “With a European country it would need to be adjusted several times during the year. So, in my research, I’ve suggested a communication strategy between the electricity providers and the households, which could optimize the length of the free periods and keep households informed.”
In the paper “Free midday electricity in a Solar Sharer scheme: Should Germany follow Australia’s lead?” published in Renewable Energy, Galvin explained that two key behavioural-economic factors can shape the effectiveness of free midday electricity schemes: load shifting and rebound effects.
Load shifting refers to the extent to which households move electricity consumption from other times of the day into a free midday period. Rebound effects, by contrast, describe the tendency for total electricity consumption to increase when electricity is free or very low-cost, as users may run additional appliances or use energy less sparingly, partially offsetting the intended efficiency and grid-balancing benefits of the scheme.
Galvin’s analysis shows that Solar Sharer–type schemes could meaningfully increase renewable energy utilization, but their impact depends strongly on behavioural responses and system flexibility. The modelling suggests that a Solar Sharer scheme could already have been viable in Germany in 2025, provided it successfully shifts electricity use from periods of low renewable surplus to times when renewable generation exceeds demand.
A moderate rebound effect of around 20% does not significantly reduce the benefits in the model, which assumes that roughly half of available surplus electricity is shifted to peak-demand periods. Under these conditions, a substantial share of excess renewable energy can still be utilized. However, higher rebound levels above 40% begin to materially reduce the effectiveness of load shifting.
For 2035, the model estimates that load shifting could occur across thousands of time intervals, moving around 22.47 TWh of electricity, or roughly 7% of total half-year demand. This would reduce reliance on non-renewable generation during peak periods. However, these results remain highly sensitive to assumptions about consumer behaviour, including the share of demand that is actually shifted and how rebound effects evolve over time.
A key limitation is that real-world consumption patterns during free electricity periods remain unknown and may diverge significantly from model assumptions. “However, there may be some value in a modest free midday electricity scheme in a market that doesn’t have much solar power, if the load curve is very low around midday and very high in the evenings,” Galvin said. “We would need to look at load profiles of specific countries and assess how steep the curves are.”
Overall, the findings suggest that while Solar Sharer schemes could become increasingly effective, careful design and adaptive management will be required to ensure electricity shifting aligns with actual renewable surplus without triggering excessive or unintended demand increases.
“Based on a large number of informal discussions I’ve had in Germany, the UK and New Zealand, I do believe the scheme would be successful in changing a sufficient portion of consumers’ behaviour to make it work effectively. Retired people have told me they would do their clothes washing and dishwashing in the free period, charge their lawn mower batteries, charge their electric car if they have one. Others have said they would buy batteries to store as much free electricity as they can, and use it at other times of the day,” the researcher said.
“The idea of ‘free’ electricity is exciting and motivating, especially when it’s associated with helping reduce CO₂ emissions,” he concluded. “However, we need to get the scheme up and running, then conduct research on how people respond, to understand what would actually happen.”
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Located within El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico, the Fish and Wildlife Service’s Iguaca Aviary is at the center of efforts to expand and rehabilitate the population of critically endangered Puerto Rican parrots. After hurricanes heavily impacted El Yunque in 2017, Forest Service staff in El Yunque reached out to FEMP and NREL for technical assistance support in improving the resilience of El Yunque and the Iguaca Aviary within it.
El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico is unique for many reasons: While it is the smallest national forest, it is among the most biologically diverse, and is the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest system. Like every federal facility, it also has unique, site-specific conditions that must be carefully considered to implement the best possible renewable energy and battery energy storage system. 
When El Yunque sought to implement onsite solar photovoltaics (PV) and battery storage for the Fish and Wildlife Services’ Iguaca Aviary that is within the forest, they leveraged Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) technical assistance, direct site and agency funding, and support from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to evaluate their renewable energy and energy storage potential.
NREL engineers worked with the site team to gather site energy data, and then conducted a site visit to view the facility, meet with staff, and identify normal and critical (grid failure) loads (e.g., loads that must continue to be powered in the event of a grid failure). Using the information collected, NREL used the REopt® web tool, a techno-economic modeling and optimization tool for distributed energy systems, to assess the potential for cost-optimal solar plus storage for grid-connected electricity cost savings and resilience against grid outages. The results informed sizing and specifications for the proposed PV and storage system.
NREL prepared design-build PV and battery specifications for use in a project solicitation. Specifications included requirements for battery operation during nominal and grid outage conditions. Because the site has recently experienced several hurricanes, the specifications included high wind resistant low-profile PV with eight bolted connection points per module.
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Shortly after completion of commissioning, the Iguaca Aviary was hit by Category 1 Hurricane Fiona, but the PV and BESS were not damaged and carried 100% of the emergency loads for 5 days with no need for a backup generator. This project highlights the ways in which an appropriately sized, designed, and installed PV and battery storage system can save energy and provide improved resilience and maintain critical operations throughout a storm.
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AleaSoft Energy Forecasting’s latest analysis finds increased solar energy production and lower gas futures prices helped reduce electricity prices in most major European markets last week. Germany produced 426 GWh of solar on April 8, a record for a day in April. France also set a new April day record a day later, generating 136 GWh.
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Weekly average electricity prices declined in most major European markets last week, according to analysis from AleaSoft Energy Forecasting, influenced by an increase in solar energy production and fall in gas futures prices.
The Spanish consultancy noted a drop in the weekly average electricity price across the Belgian, Dutch, French, German, Italian and Nordic markets, but an increase in the average price in the British, Portuguese and Spanish markets.
The weekly average electricity price was below €90 ($106.10)/MWh in all markets except the Italian market, where the average stood at €119.89/MWh. The French, Portuguese and Spanish markets registered the lowest weekly averages, at €33.90/MWh, €35.64/MWh and €36.57/MWh.

Unlike the week prior, AleaSoft noted no daily average prices below €0/MWh last week. The German market had the lowest daily average price of the week for the second consecutive week, recording €3.04/MWh on April 6.
On the other end of the scale, daily prices remained above €100/MWh in the Italian market throughout the week, reaching as high as €129.67/MWh on April 10.
AleaSoft says lower electricity demand and increased solar energy production exerted downward pressure on prices in selected European markets.
The German and French markets broke their records for solar energy production during a day in April, hitting 426 GWh on April 8 and 136 GWh on April 9 respectively. The Iberian markets registered their second-highest level for a day in April, with Spain registering 200 GWh and Portugal recording 22 GWh on April 10.

AleaSoft adds that declining gas and CO2 emission allowance prices also helped to bring prices down last week.
TTF gas futures in the ICE market recorded their weekly maximum settlement price on April 7, at €53.20/MWh.  For the rest of the week, settlement prices remained below €50/MWh, which AleaSoft says was caused by the announcement of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran on April 8, as well as reduced demand due to rising temperatures. TTF gas futures reached their minimum settlement price of the week on April 10, at €43.64/MWh, which AleaSoft says was 13% lower than the previous week and the lowest settlement since February 28.

AleaSoft’s latest analysis adds that gas price behaviour will continue to impact European electricity prices this week. Price increases are anticipated this week, also influenced by increased electricity demand and lower wind energy production.
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Modules incorporating the Tinfab electron transport layer showed minimal efficiency loss after 1,300 hours of testing under conditions combining light, high humidity, and elevated temperature. In comparison, control devices using other commercially available materials experienced a significant drop in performance under the same test parameters.
A company representative stated that stability is a major challenge for commercializing perovskite solar cells, and these findings mark progress. The nanoparticle inks are intended to replace certain fullerene-based materials in specific solar cell architectures, offering potential improvements in stability and compatibility with scalable manufacturing methods. The materials are also described as being based on lower-cost, abundant substances.
Halocell has started sending modules containing the new transport layer to partners for assessment, with initial applications targeted at indoor electronics, wireless sensors, and Internet of Things devices. Future plans involve expanding into terrestrial and drone-based uses, alongside joint development work aimed at scaling up to larger modules and higher production volumes.
In a separate development earlier this year, Halocell entered into a memorandum of understanding with another company to collaborate on specialty chemicals for printing perovskite modules. Last October, Sofab Inks reported that its tin oxide material was used in a small perovskite solar module that achieved a certain efficiency rating.
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Georgia-based solar manufacturer Suniva has announced plans to develop a new 4.5 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in Laurens, South Carolina, marking a major expansion of domestic photovoltaic (PV) production capacity. The project is valued at approximately $350 million and is expected to begin operations in Q2 2027, significantly scaling the company’s output as demand for U.S.-made solar components continues to increase under federal clean energy incentives.
The new South Carolina solar facility will increase the total manufacturing capacity by Suniva from around 1 GW to 5.5 GW, positioning it among the largest solar cell producers in the United States. The expansion also follows the company’s restart of its Georgia manufacturing operations in 2024. This is a reflection a broader resurgence of domestic solar cell production after years of reliance on imports.

The South Carolina facility also comes at a critical time for the U.S. solar industry, where module manufacturing capacity has surged but solar cell production remains constrained. U.S. module capacity exceeds 60 GW, while solar cell capacity remains significantly lower at around 3-10 GW range.
This imbalance has forced domestic module manufacturers to rely heavily on imported cells, particularly from Asia. The new South Carolina solar facility expansion by Suniva addresses this problem as it enables a fully domestic solar supply chain aligned with incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
The project also is a show of policy shifts that aim to reduce dependence on Chinese-linked supply chains and increase appetite for domestic tax credits. This also extends to other sectors such as EV batteries where the U.S. is investing substantially as seen with the likes of AESC 30 GWh gigafactory in Florence that is focused on lithium-ion cells. Arguably, foundational to all this will be the strengthening of U.S. energy security.
The South Carolina facility by Suniva is designed as a large-scale crystalline silicon solar cell manufacturing plant.
Capacity: 4.5 GW. Expansion to 5.5 GW total
Technology: Monocrystalline silicon PV cells
Investment Value: $350 million
Jobs: Over 550 direct positions
Start of Operations: Expected Q2 2027
The plant will supply U.S.-based module manufacturers, supporting utility-scale, commercial, and residential solar deployment.

Suniva’s expansion builds on a multi-phased growth strategy:
2023–2024: Restart of Georgia facility with 1 GW capacity
2025: Supply chain partnerships with module manufacturers
2026: Announcement of major South Carolina expansion
2027: Targeted commissioning of new facility
The company’s revival also follows a period of industry decline caused by low-cost imported solar products, which had previously forced U.S. manufacturers out of the market.
Total Investment: $350 million
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The project also benefits from strong offtake visibility as a significant portion of production is already committed under long-term agreements. This reduces market risk and improves bankability.
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Researchers in Spain developed a porous silica anti-reflective coating for solar panels that boosts optical transmission while balancing durability and mechanical stability through optimized sol–gel chemistry.
Sample with and without coating
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A research team led by Spain’s Center for Energy, Environmental and Technological Research (CIEMAT), has developed a novel anti-reflective (AR) coating for use in solar panels.
“By jointly tuning pore-forming agent concentration, thermal treatment, and silica precursor chemistry, we show that it is possible to tailor coatings that combine near-unity transmittance with mechanical and environmental stability suitable for real solar installations,” said corresponding author Gema San Vicente to pv magazine. “This balance is essential for solar systems, where even small optical gains are only meaningful if the coating survives years of outdoor exposure.”
“A particularly surprising finding was that prolonged thermal treatment does not necessarily improve durability,” she went on to say. “In highly porous coatings, longer calcination times significantly reduced mechanical resistance, despite maintaining excellent optical performance. This shows that processing conditions that seem beneficial from a materials perspective can have unintended negative effects when porosity is pushed to extreme levels.”
To balance optical performance and mechanical and environmental durability, the scientists tested different pore-forming agent concentrations, thermal treatment conditions, and silicon precursor ratios.
They prepared silica precursor solutions with varying ratios of methyltriethoxysilane (MTES) and tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS), specifically TEOS:MTES ratios of 50:50, 70:30, and 90:10. Ethanol and deionized water were then added in the presence of sulfuric acid as a catalyst to form the sol–gel solution. The mixture was stirred for 24 hours to promote hydrolysis and condensation reactions. Next, pore-forming agent Pluronic P-123 was added in concentrations between 0 and 3.3% v/v.
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The coatings were deposited on 3-mm-thickness borosilicate glass substrates and polished silicon wafers. When different TEOS:MTES ratios were tested, the Pluronic concentration was kept at 2.5% v/v. In contrast, when the different Pluronic concentrations were analyzed, the TEOS: MTES ratio was kept at 50:50. All samples underwent thermal treatment at 500 C for 15 minutes or 1 hour to evaluate the effect of thermal treatment on the final coating properties.
According to the research team, the addition of Pluronic effectively reduced the refractive index, thereby enhancing AR properties by increasing porosity. At the same time, the TEOS:MTES ratio played a key role in determining the coatings’ porosity and durability. Samples sintered at 500 C for 15 minutes maintained better abrasion resistance and structural integrity than those sintered for 1 hour.
Ultimately, optimal balanced performance was achieved with 2% v/v Pluronic and a TEOS:MTES ratio of 70:30. Moreover, an increase of up to 5.2% in optical transmission was achieved compared to bare glass, with transmittance reaching 99.8% at 600 nm.
“We have a follow-up research focused on further improving the balance between optical performance and durability under real operating conditions,” Gema San Vicente concluded. “In particular, we are investigating double configurations, combining an external surface more durable and with anti-soiling properties to reduce sensitivity to moisture and soiling, with an internal ultra-high optical transparent layer.”
The new AR coating was presented in “Tailored highly transparent porous silica coatings for enhanced optical and mechanical performance of solar covers,” published in Materials & Design. Scientists from Spain’s CIEMAT, the Autonomous University of Madrid, and Slovenia’s National Institute of Chemistry have contributed to the research.
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Scientists in Chile have developed a low-cost, easy-to-deploy hydrogen system powered by end-of-life solar panels. The residential solution reportedly achieves a levelized cost of hydrogen of approximately $5.8/kg.
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A Chilean research team has developed a residential-scale system to produce green hydrogen using discarded photovoltaic modules.
The proposed solution combines end-of-life solar panels that still retain 80% to 90% of their original capacity with a proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer. Unlike conventional systems, which rely on power electronics such as inverters or maximum power point trackers, the approach uses internal reconfiguration of the PV module to match its current-voltage curve to the electrolyzer’s requirements. This removes the need for additional components and reduces system complexity, the scientists explained.
The system configuration modifies the panel’s electrical architecture by connecting subsets of cells in parallel, enabling more efficient coupling with the electrolyzer. “By accessing internal busbars to create custom parallel substrings, this voltage-matching strategy can be generalized to other standard architectures, such as 60-cell or 96-cell modules,” the research team said. “This flexibility allows the system to overcome the heterogeneity of waste panels, enabling customized voltage matching and the isolation of localized cell failures across various PV technologies.”
According to the researchers, the system achieves an annual energy yield equal to 88% of that obtained with power electronics-based optimization, while maintaining operational simplicity, which is a key advantage for residential use.
Experimental results, validated under real-world conditions, show daily hydrogen production of around 345 liters. This significantly exceeds the estimated baseline demand for basic household uses such as cooking or heating, which is approximately 120 liters per day. The system achieves a solar-to-hydrogen efficiency of about 7%, capturing more than 70% of the theoretical maximum for simplified configurations.
From an economic perspective, the system delivers a levelized cost of hydrogen (LCOH) of approximately $5.8/kg, representing an 18% reduction compared to more complex reference systems. The cost advantage is primarily due to the elimination of power electronics and the reuse of existing PV modules.
The researchers say the concept could help address two challenges simultaneously: the growing volume of photovoltaic waste and the high cost of green hydrogen. Reusing panels extends their service life and reduces pressure on raw material supply chains.
However, the authors note limitations, including lower efficiency compared to systems with advanced electronic control and dependence on variable solar irradiance. Despite this, they consider the system’s simplicity, low cost, and ease of integration to make it a promising option for decentralized applications.
The work, titled “Green hydrogen production using discarded photovoltaic panels for domestic application,” is published in Energy Conversion and Management.
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SC SOLAR, an intelligent PV equipment manufacturer based in China, has displayed automation solutions for high-efficiency PV module and cell production at SolarEX Istanbul 2026 in Türkiye. The exhibition was conducted from April 8 to 10 at the Istanbul Expo Center, where the company presented its intelligent manufacturing expertise and localized service framework. SC SOLAR said it has built a local technical service center in Türkiye that covers equipment delivery, on-site installation, technical support, production line optimization, and upgrade services. It added that the company has built partnerships with leading PV manufacturers in Türkiye and has delivered projects in more than 30 countries. The company has also noted that Türkiye’s installed PV capacity had moved past 25 GW by early 2026, after adding 4.7 GW in 2025. It further stated that renewable energy capacity across the MENA region had reached 43.7 GW by end of 2025, of which 34.5 GW came from solar.

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Households and businesses could get free or cheaper electricity from their energy company for running appliances during periods of excess supply, such as sunny weekends.
Providers already offer incentives, such as cheaper rates, for customers in Britain to shift their electricity use outside of peak times through a scheme by the National Energy System Operator (NESO).
From this week the Demand Flexibility Scheme will allow them to also encourage people to increase usage when "weather conditions result in excess supply".
The change was approved by the industry regulator Ofgem last month, and NESO said it would ensure the system is resilient over the summer, and avoid surplus power being wasted.
Electricity demand is lower in the summer months when the weather is warmer and the days longer, while solar power generation is higher.
NESO said its research indicated low demand was "increasingly driven by weather patterns", while the growth of "smaller, local electricity generators" is also reducing reliance on large power stations.
Periods of surplus electricity are becoming more common, it said.
Renewable energy produced a record amount of electricity in Great Britain last year, with wind the biggest single renewable source. Solar-powered electricity rose by nearly a third on 2024 levels.
2025 was the UK's sunniest year on record, and it was also a record year for rooftop solar panels, with about 250,000 new small-scale installations reported to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme.
The updated scheme will enable customers to be rewarded for running appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers, and charging electric vehicles, when more green energy is being generated and demand is low, such as on weekends or Bank Holidays.
It is open to households with a smart meter, whose suppliers are participating.
NESO will tell energy companies what time in the day it wants the scheme to run.
It will then pay providers if they are able to ramp up or reduce demand for that period, who can decide how to pass this money onto customers.
Rewards will vary, and could include customers being offered free or cheaper electricity at certain times, or points that could be converted into gift cards.
It can vary by area – so customers in one part of the country could be encouraged to increase use, while others in a different location could be incentivised to curb consumption.
Companies that have signed up to the scheme so far include British Gas, Equiwatt and Octopus Energy, NESO said.
British Gas said it already runs a separate scheme, PeakSave, offering customers half price electricity on Sunday afternoons when usage is lower, and when there is an oversupply of renewable energy.
It said it was exploring with NESO how the Demand Flexibility Scheme would work in practice.
Octopus said it had long been offering customers discounts for periods when there is lots of green energy, which it said had saved customers millions.
It added: "The changes made to the DFS scheme mean customers can benefit from using more energy when renewables are high, reducing the amount of wind and solar that need to be turned off."
NESO said: "The complexity of operating the system at low demand is increasing, and we may need to use more of our tools, and use them more often, than in previous summers."
This may also include issuing rare notices to power stations telling them they may need to turn down output to ensure safety in periods of low demand.
On roughly a third of days in 2025, at least half of Britain's electricity came from renewables, according to BBC analysis of NESO data.
But the British electricity grid often still leans heavily on fossil fuel gas.
Gas-fired power stations help balance the electricity system by rapidly increasing output when renewable generation is intermittent.
National Gas said it expected Britain to have enough gas for the summer – primarily from the UK Continental Shelf and Norway.
Its director of energy systems and resilience, Glenn Bryn-Jacobsen, said: "While the situation in the Middle East has understandably raised questions about Britain's gas supplies, our forecasts indicate the market has the capacity to deliver sufficient supply to meet demand this summer."
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A year-long study in the UK finds vertical bifacial PV systems achieve an up to 26.91% higher output during morning hours compared to traditional tilted PV systems. The vertical bifacial system bettered the tilted system across all four seasons, with average power gains as high as 24.52% during winter.
Over Easy Solar’s vertical bifacial PV array in York, UK
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Vertical bifacial rooftop PV systems can outperform conventional tilted monofacial rooftop PV systems across seasons in the U.K, a year-long study has found.
Research by the University of York has performed the first empirical assessment of a vertical bifacial rooftop PV system belonging to Norwegian-headquartered vertical solar specialists Over Easy Solar in a British climate. The full findings are presented in the paper “Comprehensive study of the efficiency of vertical bifacial photovoltaic systems: a UK case study,” published in the journal Scientific Reports.
The study assessed the performance of Over Easy Solar’s vertical bifacial PV system installed on the rooftop of the university’s physics tower. It encompasses 22.5% efficiency heterojunction cells and utilizes white gravel to bounce light onto the rear side of the system, something traditional panel setups are unable to utilize.
The system was monitored over a full annual cycle in 2023 and compared against a vertically-mounted monocrystalline silicon monofacial PV system and a traditional tilted monofacial PV system. Over Easy Solar’s system demonstrated a 26.91% higher output than the tilted system during the morning hours between 05:30 and 09:00 and a 22.8% higher output in the hours between 17:00 and 20:30.
Keelin Currivan, international customers solutions advisor at Over Easy Solar, explained to pv magazine how these results highlight the double peak advantage offered by vertical bifacial PV.
“While traditional tilted panels struggle with midday saturation, peaking when the grid is often full and prices are low, our vertical bifacial system shifts production to when it is needed most,” Currivan said. She added that these peaks align with residential spikes caused by demand for heating, cooking and electric vehicles, in turn reducing the need for battery storage and mitigating grid congestion.
Over Easy Solar’s vertical bifacial PV system outperformed both other test systems across the four seasons. It had a 14.77% comparative gain on the traditional tilted system in summer, increasing to 19.32% in spring, 20.27% in autumn and 24.52% in winter. 
“Vertical orientation is the superior geometry for the UK and Irish climates because it is optimized for low-angle winter sun and diffused light,” Currivan explained. “Even against a vertical monofacial system, the bifacial version gains an extra 12.45% in winter, proving that capturing rear-side reflection is critical.”
On one particularly high-performance day, May 7, Over Easy Solar’s system produced 4.92 kWh, around 25.38% more energy than the tilted system across the day. The authors of the research paper, based at the University of York, add that their findings “underscore the vertical bifacial PV system’s unparalleled ability to harness solar energy efficiently, irrespective of seasonal variances.”
“Its design not only maximizes land use but also integrates seamlessly with modern architectural landscapes, adding an aesthetic value to its functional benefits,” their conclusion says. “The system’s bifacial technology, capable of capturing solar radiation from both sides, significantly boosts its energy yield, making it a potent solution for regions with variable sun exposure and reflective environments.”
Currivan added that the higher yield in high-priced months also leads to a faster payback period despite a higher initial cost. She estimated the initial costs of a vertical bifacial PV system at GBP1,200 ($1,630)/kW, compared to GBP900/kW for a traditional system. “The increased yield results in an estimated GBP1,221.13 in additional annual savings per 1,500 kWh baseline in the UK, based on GBP0.28/kWh pricing,” Currivan explained.
Over Easy Solar’s vertical bifacial system was also subject to computational fluid dynamics simulations during the testing. The system maintained negligible lift forces at wind speeds of approximately 98 kmh, which Currivan said is a critical structural advantage for high-wind coastal regions across the UK and Ireland.
Currivan told pv magazine Over Easy Solar is using the research findings to drive expansion into the UK and Irish markets. “It surprised me just how applicable these systems are to the UK and Irish markets,” she said. “In Norway and colder climates, these systems are the only viable ones because of the amount of snow, but even in this climate it’s hitting multiple key points, from seasonal gains to mitigating grid issues to giving the double peak.”
Earlier this month, Over Easy Solar installed its first rooftop vertical solar installation in the U.S. market. A previous case study analysis from the company found vertical rooftop panels are capable of outperforming conventional rooftop systems during snowy months.
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An examination by the Planning Inspectorate into a proposal for what could become England's largest solar farm has finished.
The proposed Green Hill Solar Farm, would cover about 2,965 acres (1,200 hectares) of land south and west of Wellingborough and north of Northampton.
It would also extend to include land to the north east of Warrington in Buckinghamshire.
The Planning Inspectorate has until 10 July to put forward a recommendation to Ed Miliband, the secretary of state for energy security and net zero.
The size of the project means that recommendations for the scheme would be made by the Planning Inspectorate, rather than local planning authorities.
A final decision is expected from Miliband later this year.
The examination stage took more than five months to complete, opening in October and closing in April.
More than 1,200 people and businesses sent comments to the Planning Inspectorate about the plans
Campaigners opposing the proposal argued that solar panels up to 4.5m high could "devastate the Northamptonshire countryside".
Green Hill Solar said the farm would "benefit Britain with clean, secure, low-cost energy".
If the solar farm was approved, construction would begin in 2027 with the aim of providing electricity to homes by 2029, the company said on its website.
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