From June 1, solar projects must use only locally made cells: Why this raises concerns

The government’s domestic sourcing mandate is aimed at reducing dependence on imports. But it may also squeeze smaller ...
PV Tech

Cell cracking in PV modules: how concerned should you be?

PVEL’s hail testing has uncovered some unlikely good news about the impact of hail damage to PV modules. Image: PVEL Although growing in prevalence, hail damage to PV modules might not be as worrisome ...
pv magazine USA

All solar cell efficiencies at a glance – updated

The research group led by Professor Martin Green has published Version 68 of the solar cell efficiency tables. There are 21 new results reported in the new version.
pv magazine International

Tandem PV announces 30.4% efficient perovskite/silicon demonstration module

The 100 cm² mini-module, featuring the company’s proprietary 4-terminal perovskite glass layer atop a high-efficiency Maxeon ...
pv magazine International

Trina Solar announces 907 W tandem solar module with 29.2% efficiency

The module achieved a full-panel conversion efficiency of 29.2% in testing by Germany’s TÜV SÜD and is designed for mass ...
The Financial Express

Mandatory Indian cells: How new rule could add up to Rs 15,000 to your solar budget

According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, all net-metering and open-access solar projects must now use solar ...
PV Tech

Mismatch voltage & thermal patterns in half-cell bifacial technology

Enertis Applus+ technical consulting services for solar photovoltaic projects. Enertis Applus+. The rapid emergence of new PV technologies such as bifacial has in some cases outpaced the evolution of ...