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A RETC employee examines a junction box on the back of a bifacial solar module
Technology & Products
US laboratory finds persistent UV light-induced degradation in solar modules While 19 manufacturers received recognition as high achievers in RETC’s 2026 testing sequences, problems with ultraviolet-induced degradation in solar modules persist, while failing “red flag” scores increased in tests for damp heat and thermal cycling.
Ben Zientara
Jun 08, 2026
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Applications & Installations
Solar leads global additions in 2025 as wind growth accelerates A new report from global energy think tank Ember shows 814 GWdc in new solar and wind capacity was installed in 2025, but the pace of wind deployment rose 47% year-over-year compared to just 11% for solar.
Ben Zientara
Apr 13, 2026