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Vikram Solar plans U.S.-based solar ingot, wafer, cell and module manufacturing
Vikram Solar, Phalanx Impact Partners, and Das & Co. have established a new U.S. joint venture, VSK Energy LLC, which is primarily owned and operated
Maxeon expands solar panel manufacturing in Baja California, Mexico
Maxeon Solar Technologies has enhanced and refurbished a manufacturing facility in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, with an investment totaling approximately $70 million. As the leading
How to evaluate solar module PAN files (and why it matters)
Production models serve as crucial benchmarks for the performance of solar projects and, ultimately, their financial returns. Financial institutions enlist independent engineers (IE) to scrutinize
Benefits (and tradeoffs) of large-format PV modules
Reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and accelerating deployment are critical for the solar industry to effectively compete with fossil fuel-based power sources. Our joint efforts to
Terabase raises $25M to accelerate digital, automation solutions
Terabase Energy has obtained $25 million in fresh funding to bolster the commercial expansion of the company’s Terafab construction automation system. “The continued financial support
SunOpta installs 742 solar panels to power Minnesota headquarters
SunOpta, a food and beverage company headquartered in Minnesota, is aiming to harness more sunlight for its operations. The company has recently set up a
Harvesting Sunshine: Solar is America’s Newest Cash CropThursday, Nov 02 2023
Throughout generations, American farmers have harnessed the power of the sun to sustain their communities and contribute to the nation’s development. Presently, aided by solar module and
Trina Solar unveils record i-TOPCon module with maximum power output of 740.6W
The most recent 210mm n-type industrial tunnel oxide passivated contact (i-TOPCon) module from leading Chinese module manufacturer Trina Solar has reached a remarkable maximum power
Solar PV Module Buyer’s Guide 2023
In preparation for the 2023 solar Module Buyer’s Guide, we distributed a questionnaire to all significant solar panel manufacturers. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of their
U.S.-based Thornova Solar ramps up solar module manufacturing in Vietnam
Thornova Solar, an American company specializing in bifacial TOPCon and PERC solar modules, is currently ramping up production at a facility in Vietnam. With the capability
New pollution: The importance of producing PV with minimal VOCs
Renewable energy isn’t inherently “green” or “Clean.” Solar energy is generated from products that are mass produced in factories thathave their own carbon footprints and environmental
TVA secures 279 MW in First Solar panels for Alabama project
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has finalized the acquisition of 279 MWdc of cutting-edge thin film solar panels from First Solar for its Lawrence County
First Solar plans 5th U.S.-based solar facility, location yet to be determined
First Solar has revealed its intentions to construct a fifth solar module manufacturing facility in the United States, with an investment of up to $1.1
Secondary PV market shows lower prices in 2023 EnergyBin report
EnergyBin unveiled the PV Hardware Trade Analysis H1 2023 report. This report offers a glimpse into the market insights accessible through PV hardware trade on
Econergy begins commercial operations at 92MW solar project in Romania
Israel-based independent power producer (IPP) Econergy has initiated commercial operations at a 92MW solar PV project in Romania. Situated in Parau, the project is jointly
Dominion Energy Virginia launches RFP for solar and BESS projects
Dominion Energy in the United States has disclosed its intention to solicit bids for the acquisition of fresh solar, land-based wind, and energy storage ventures
University of Kansas grad students build rooftop solar project
As part of their graduate degree program, students at the University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design constructed a house equipped with a 16-panel
EDF Renewables places multi-year order for up to 7 GW of Canadian Solar modules
Canadian Solar Inc. and EDF Renewables North America have entered into a multi-year agreement for module supply. Under the terms of the agreement, Canadian Solar
EDF Renewables places multi-year order for up to 7 GW of Canadian Solar modules
Canadian Solar Inc. and EDF Renewables North America have entered into a multi-year agreement for module supply. Under the terms of the agreement, Canadian Solar
Maxeon plans solar cell, module manufacturing in New Mexico
Maxeon Solar Technologies has chosen Albuquerque, New Mexico, as the site for its inaugural manufacturing plant in the United States. This upcoming 3 GW facility
Past, Present, and Future: Celebrating Black History in the Solar and Storage Industry
The history of Black Americans is fundamental to the history, current state, and future of the U.S. solar and storage industry. During Black History Month,
Leeward Renewable Energy powers up 200MW Texas PV site
Leeward Renewable Energy has initiated commercial activities at the 200MW Horizon solar PV project in Texas. The recently finished project will provide electricity to Verizon
India reimposes ALMM, eliminates exemption for open access and rooftop solar
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has recently reinstated the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) starting from 1st April. This move
SnapNrack, CertainTeed offering solar panel, mounting under one warranty
SnapNrack and CertainTeed have collaborated to present a bundled offering that includes combined warranties for solar, racking, asphalt shingles, and installation craftsmanship. The duo has
Illinois school district to host Nexamp solar farm to save on energy costs
The Brimfield Community Unit School District (CUSD) No. 309 in Brimfield, Illinois, has opted for the Nexamp community solar program to decrease its yearly electricity
LONGi launches HPBC tech equipped Hi-MO 6 solar modules
LONGi, a prominent solar technology manufacturer, unveiled its latest solar PV product line, Hi-MO 6, today. This cutting-edge product boasts a remarkable maximum efficiency of 22.8% while
Silfab secures solar wafers from Norwegian manufacturer that’s also planning U.S. production
Silfab Solar, a prominent solar PV company in North America, has successfully secured a non-China PV wafer supply agreement with NorSun, a well-established Norwegian ingot and
Raising the Bar for Consumer Protection Work in the Solar and Storage Industry
Solar power continues to be a highly sought-after energy source throughout the United States, with millions of Americans already embracing solar technology. The increasing demand
TotalEnergies solar + storage solution to boost Holcim’s energy transition
Holcim US, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable building solutions, has joined forces with TotalEnergies to implement a groundbreaking initiative at Holcim’s Portland cement
JinkoSolar delivers 220,000 TOPCon modules to Bulgaria
JinkoSolar, a prominent player in the global solar PV manufacturing industry, has made headlines with a significant announcement. They have successfully delivered over 220,000 Tiger
Iberdrola to invest US$17 billion in renewables by 2026
Iberdrola, a Spanish utility company, has announced its intention to invest €15.5 billion (US$17 billion) in renewable energy projects by 2026. As part of this
Belectric begins building 114MW Encavis German PV plant
The construction of a 114MW solar project in Mecklenburg, located in northeastern Germany, has commenced by the German engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company Belectric.
IRENA: scaling up financing and modernising infrastructure can triple renewables generation capacity
According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), achieving the global target of 11TW of renewable generation capacity by 2030 is attainable. However, it will
Generadora Metropolitana to power 480MW PV plant, Chile’s ‘largest’
Generadora Metropolitana, a Chilean energy developer jointly owned by French utility EDF and Chilean independent power producer AME, has initiated the energization process for a
Meyer Burger posts US$330 million net loss for FY2023
Solar PV manufacturer Meyer Burger has released its financial results for the year 2023, revealing a significant increase in net loss. The company reported a
Heliene to supply 1.5-GW US-made modules to Nexamp
Nexamp, a leading US community solar provider, announced a strategic partnership with domestic solar module manufacturer Heliene to procure 1.5 GW of solar modules www.solarepoch.com over the
Grappone Mazda zooms on solar energy from ReVision
Grappone Mazda, located in New Hampshire, collaborated with ReVision Energy to set up 295 solar panels at its newly established dealership in Concord. This rooftop
Summit Energy finishes first Solstice solar shingle install
Summit Energy’s Peak Roofing division, a leading solar installation company in the Northeast, recently completed the installation of its inaugural Solstice Solar Shingle System, developed
US solar installations reach 32.4GWdc in 2023
According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie, the United States saw a total installation of 32.4GWdc of solar power last year,
Encavis starts construction on 260MW solar PV plant in Germany
Encavis Asset Management, a German independent power producer (IPP), has recently commenced the construction of a 260MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Germany. Situated in
NUS researchers develop triple-junction perovskite/silicon cell with conversion efficiency of 27.1%
“Collectively, these advancements offer ground-breaking insights into mitigating energy loss in perovskite solar cells,” said assistant professor Hou Yi (right). Image: NUS Scientists at the
IEA – 85% solar deployment rise curbed global emissions in 2023
The IEA said that the world deployed 420GW of solar PV capacity in 2023, a vast 85% increase from the 228GW installed in 2022. Image:
EU Blocks Audit Law, SolarPower Urges Approval
This week (28th Feb), the European Union member states rejected a proposed directive that would have mandated companies to conduct supply chain audits to detect
Next Generation Residential Inverters
The GoodWe A-ES Series is a split-phase hybrid inverter that aims to maximize the utilization of self-generated solar energy. It is specifically designed to be
Where to Buy Solar Panels: Your Ultimate Guide to SolarEpoch
In today’s world, the shift towards sustainable energy sources is more than just a trend-it’s a necessary transition to preserve our planet for future generations.
