JinkoSolar, Trina say TOPCon modules outperform p-type back-contact panels
JinkoSolar and Trina Solar have separately reported that on-field testing shows tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar modules outperform p-type back-contact PV modules in monthly power generation.
Gstar introduces 440 W TOPCon solar module with framless design
The Singapore-based manufacturer said its new panel can achieve self-cleaning through rainwater thanks to its frameless design. The new product features an operating temperature coefficient of -0.30% per C and an efficiency ranging from 21.51% to 22.53%.
SunDrive teams with Trina on solar tech development
Solar cell technology innovator SunDrive Solar will join forces with Chinese PV manufacturing giant Trinasolar to develop “cutting-edge” manufacturing facilities and bring Australian-made solar panels to market at scale.
Longi introduces 665 W HPBC photovoltaic modules
The Chinese PV manufacturer said its new module series has a power conversion efficiency of up to 24.8% and temperature coefficient is -0.26% per C.
Sinovoltaics tracks 78.8 GW solar module capacity in Southeast Asia
The latest supply chain map from Sinovoltaics tracks growth across Southeast Asia, with module capacity reaching 78.8 GW, and 58 production projects tracked.
Building-integrated PV system integrates PCM on sides
Scientists have designed a new building-integrated PV system that uses 30 mm of phase change material on each side of the wall. The array reportedly achieved superior thermoelectric coupling performance compared to reference BIPV systems without PCM.
New research shows vulnerability of TOPCon solar cells to contact corrosion
Researchers at the University of New South Wales claim to have identified new TOPCon contact degradation mechanisms that are significantly influenced by the combination of ions and aluminum-silver paste compositions. The primary degradation mechanism was a significant increase in series resistance.
Reliance introduces bifacial heterojunction solar modules
The India-based module producer said its new panels have a power conversion efficiency of up to 23.1% and a temperature coefficient of -0.24% per C.
Australia’s solar manufacturing future needs skilled expatriate workforce: report
A global renewable energy jobs review has found Australia could achieve a 5 GW module capacity on the back of new domestic upstream facilities but requires a $7.8 billion investment over the next decade, and initially, an expatriate workforce to achieve it.
USA module manufacturer SEG Solar turns sod on 5 GW Indonesian plant
United States-headquartered solar module manufacturer SEG Solar has started building 10 N-type cell production lines in Indonesia’s Kawasan Industri Terpadu Batang industrial park, 390 kilometres east of Jakarta.
