Emerge Renewables starts up solar glass factory in India
Emerge Renewables this week announced the lighting of furnaces at its new solar glass manufacturing facility at the Keshwana Industrial Area in Rajasthan. The company says that once fully operational, the facility will be able to produce glass sufficient for 2.5 GW of modules per year.
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Researchers warn of unexpected copper corrosion in perovskite solar cells
Researchers in China found that copper electrodes in perovskite solar cells can suffer from edge corrosion during operation, reducing device performance. The team showed that adding a thin bismuth layer helps protect the copper electrode, limiting degradation and improving the long-term stability of the solar cells.
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The case for rethinking utility-scale PV economics
While single-axis trackers are often regarded as the lowest-cost option for utility-scale PV, Jurchen Technology’s Henner Jahnke argues that falling module prices and rising balance-of-system costs are reshaping the economics of large-scale solar.
Aug 05, 2026
The controversy over fire classification of BIPV systems
In a new monthly column for pv magazine, the Becquerel Institute explains that a number of photovoltaic façade products are recently being marketed as “non-combustible” under EN 13501-1. These claims are causing confusion in the construction sector and controversy among European manufacturers, raising the questions: what do these classifications actually certify, and can a conventional BIPV module meet them at all?
Aug 03, 2026
Europe’s heatwave brings high irradiance as smoke, dust impact southern PV systems
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that Europe’s July heatwave led to positive irradiance anomalies across western and northern Europe, while wildfires in France and Spain and Saharan dust outbreaks increased the risk of panel soiling in the south of the continent.
Jul 31, 2026
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UK solar capacity hits 22.8 GW as market prepares for plug-in launch
The UK added over 2 GW of solar capacity in the 12 months to the end of June 2026. With new plug-in solar regulations soon to take effect, a UK wholesaler boss tells pv magazine plug-in solar is a great opportunity to further grow the market.
US bans foreign-produced solar inverters
In the United States, the Federal Communications Commission Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau has added foreign-produced power inverters to its Covered List, executing an immediate ban on equipment authorizations for unapproved foreign models over national security and hacking concerns.
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The Iberian BESS paradox
On a Monday in April 2025, 60 million people across Spain and Portugal lost power. The blackout was no minor technical accident, and it exposed the Achilles’ heel of the Iberian energy transition. The system collapsed because it lacked sufficient storage, because synchronous generators were being displaced, and because the interconnection with France remains a bottleneck.
Jul 24, 2026
New rules for Poland’s grid
Poland’s amended Energy Act – sometimes known as the Grid Act – came into force on April 30, 2026, introducing significant changes for grid connections to generation and storage. Poland’s Ministry of Energy estimates that the new regulations could unlock the potential to connect around 150 GW of new renewables and storage capacity. New possibilities for cable pooling have been welcomed, but asset owners also face a greater financial commitment when connections are issued and implemented. Energy law expert Piotr Mrowiec outlines the new rules and provisions.
Jul 23, 2026
Flexibility as an asset
The Iberian Peninsula is emerging as a key test case for hybrid PV and battery storage, driven less by inherent project attractiveness and more by mounting pressure on standalone solar. As merchant exposure, price cannibalization and curtailment risks intensify, co-located battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a tool to stabilize revenues rather than unlock upside. In this context, aggregator contracts are evolving toward more flexible, merchant-driven structures. Everoze Partner Ana Bamonde explores this shift and what it means for the structuring, financing and operation of hybrid assets in Iberia.
Jul 22, 2026
Scaling sodium storage
Chinese battery integrator HyperStrong has signed a deal with CATL for 60 GWh of sodium-ion battery cells to be supplied over three years. This represents the biggest deal seen yet for the emerging battery technology. pv magazine caught up with HyperStrong Chairman and CEO Jianhui Zhang to discuss the company’s plans for implementation of sodium-ion battery systems.
Jul 21, 2026
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Latvia’s solar capacity surpasses 1.5 GW
Latvia has installed around 600 MW of solar so far this year, meaning 2026 has already broken the country’s record for solar deployed in a calendar year. Solar was Latvia’s largest source of electricity in May and June, with figures for July yet to be released.
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Finnish push for data center flexibility
Green energy parks combining renewables grid supply with onsite generation, energy storage and energy management software can enable data centers to participate positively in the energy market. Seppo Ihalianen told pv magazine how Finland’s ecogrid.energy is implementing this approach, beginning with a 300 MW project.
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India targets 5 GW of floating PV with co-located storage
A newly-approved government scheme in India plans to support the development of 5 GW of floating solar on existing reservoirs and industrial ponds, to be paired with energy storage systems with a minimum storage capacity of two hours.
Aug 06, 2026
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Scaling sodium storage
Chinese battery integrator HyperStrong has signed a deal with CATL for 60 GWh of sodium-ion battery cells to be supplied over three years. This represents the biggest deal seen yet for the emerging battery technology. pv magazine caught up with HyperStrong Chairman and CEO Jianhui Zhang to discuss the company’s plans for implementation of sodium-ion battery systems.
Jul 21, 2026
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Emerge Renewables starts up solar glass factory in India
Emerge Renewables this week announced the lighting of furnaces at its new solar glass manufacturing facility at the Keshwana Industrial Area in Rajasthan. The company says that once fully operational, the facility will be able to produce glass sufficient for 2.5 GW of modules per year.
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US announces tariffs, minimum import price on polysilicon imports
Following a Section 232 investigation into polysilicon and its derivatives, the White House has announced plans to implement a 15% tariff on polysilicon imports to the United States, along with price floors for polysilicon along with solar ingots, wafers, cells and modules derived from the material.
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US data centers turn to on-site solar, storage, VPPs as grid delays mount
A Reuters Events report highlights how multi-year transmission delays are forcing data center developers in the United States to deploy 56 GW of on-site generation while turning to Virtual Power Plants to unlock fast capacity.
Aug 06, 2026
The case for rethinking utility-scale PV economics
While single-axis trackers are often regarded as the lowest-cost option for utility-scale PV, Jurchen Technology’s Henner Jahnke argues that falling module prices and rising balance-of-system costs are reshaping the economics of large-scale solar.
Aug 05, 2026
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The Iberian BESS paradox
On a Monday in April 2025, 60 million people across Spain and Portugal lost power. The blackout was no minor technical accident, and it exposed the Achilles’ heel of the Iberian energy transition. The system collapsed because it lacked sufficient storage, because synchronous generators were being displaced, and because the interconnection with France remains a bottleneck.
Jul 24, 2026
US announces tariffs, minimum import price on polysilicon imports
Following a Section 232 investigation into polysilicon and its derivatives, the White House has announced plans to implement a 15% tariff on polysilicon imports to the United States, along with price floors for polysilicon along with solar ingots, wafers, cells and modules derived from the material.
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Latvia’s solar capacity surpasses 1.5 GW
Latvia has installed around 600 MW of solar so far this year, meaning 2026 has already broken the country’s record for solar deployed in a calendar year. Solar was Latvia’s largest source of electricity in May and June, with figures for July yet to be released.
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Holistic approach wins for agrivoltaics
There is growing interest across many regions in integrating solar installations into land already being used for agriculture. Lessons learned from early projects in both livestock and crop farming are stacking up. While best practices are emerging, it’s clear that each project requires an individual approach. pv magazine spoke with Jake Morin, chief product officer at Nextpower, about the state of the art in agrivoltaics.
Jul 17, 2026
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Solar brings connectivity to more than 2,000 communities in the Brazilian Amazon
An annual report by a collaborative initiative in the Brazilian Amazon highlights the expansion of off-grid photovoltaic systems to power internet, health and education equipment in areas without access to the electricity grid.
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Finnish push for data center flexibility
Green energy parks combining renewables grid supply with onsite generation, energy storage and energy management software can enable data centers to participate positively in the energy market. Seppo Ihalianen told pv magazine how Finland’s ecogrid.energy is implementing this approach, beginning with a 300 MW project.
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Ørsted turns on 500 MWh battery project with co-located solar in Texas
The Old 300 Storage project has reached commercial operations and is now fully integrated with the ERCOT grid, using made-in-America Tesla battery energy storage systems (BESS). It is co-located with a 430 MW solar project that was switched on in 2024.
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Philippines plans green energy auction for agrivoltaics, aquavoltaics
The country’s Department of Energy says its ninth green energy auction will focus on integrating solar with agriculture and aquaculture activities. The department has also announced plans for an auction targeting off-grid renewables deployment across 20 selected islands.
Aug 06, 2026
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Researchers warn of unexpected copper corrosion in perovskite solar cells
Researchers in China found that copper electrodes in perovskite solar cells can suffer from edge corrosion during operation, reducing device performance. The team showed that adding a thin bismuth layer helps protect the copper electrode, limiting degradation and improving the long-term stability of the solar cells.
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Solar brings connectivity to more than 2,000 communities in the Brazilian Amazon
An annual report by a collaborative initiative in the Brazilian Amazon highlights the expansion of off-grid photovoltaic systems to power internet, health and education equipment in areas without access to the electricity grid.
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Italian scientists unveil 121-sensor platform for agrivoltaic greenhouse monitoring
An Italian research team has developed a 121-sensor monitoring platform for agrivoltaic greenhouses, integrating PV performance, microclimate analysis, and automated irrigation control. Tested under real conditions in a semi-transparent PV greenhouse, the system enables detailed crop-environment monitoring and provides a foundation for future Digital Twin-based adaptive management.
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CAB® Solar highlights solar cable hanger solutions for agricultural projects
At The smarter E 2026 in Munich, the company demonstrated its ModulAir® free-air cable hangers for solar projects, as well as its latest 3D locking hangers, which are designed to secure electric cables when used in locations with livestock.
Jul 29, 2026
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HyperStrong introduces C&I energy storage solutions at The smarter E 2026
The company emphasizes that its innovative configuration – splitting the standard 20-foot container in two – addresses weight and transportation issues common to traditional energy storage solutions.
Jul 27, 2026
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Topband showcases Ecosolex energy storage solutions at ees Europe 2026
At ees Europe 2026 in Munich, Topband presented Ecosolex, its dedicated brand for battery energy storage and smart energy management, together with C&I and residential energy storage solutions.
Jul 22, 2026
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