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Wood Mackenzie predicts solar growth will stagnate in 2025

Wood Mackenzie’s latest report forecasts that 493 GW (DC) of solar will be added throughout the world this year, compared to 495 GW in 2024. Solar module prices are expected to rise this year as manufacturers aim to recover profit losses from the past two years.
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Pexapark records 27 European PPAs for 2.09 GW in December

Pexapark, a Swiss renewables intelligence provider, says December was the second-most successful month for power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Europe in 2024, in terms of total signed capacity.
Energy Storage

China’s new energy storage capacity surges to 74 GW/168 GWh in 2024, up 130% YoY

In 2024 alone, China added 42.37 GW/101.13 GWh of new storage capacity (excluding pumped hydro), with an average discharge duration of 2.3 hours—up from 2.1 hours in 2023.
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Solargis updates software for PV project design, evaluation

Slovakia-based solar data provider Solargis has released the next generation of its Evaluate software. Evaluate 2.0 features high-resolution solar and meteorological data, a 3D PV power plant designer, a PV components catalog and energy yield simulations.
Markets & Policy

JinkoSolar takes top spot on WoodMac’s list of PV module manufacturers

Wood Mackenzie says that JinkoSolar has taken first place on its list of solar panel manufacturers. The report confirms the dominance of the TOPCon technology but also notes that heterojunction and back contact panel manufacturers are increasing their pr...
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All-perovskite tandem solar cell based on wide bandgap perovskite achieves 29.1% efficiency

An international team researching wide bandgap perovskite films announced an effective technique to control the crystal orientation without compromising charge transport. The new approach was demonstrated in an all-perovskite tandem solar cell with an op...
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Improving PV plant performance via optimized inverter loading ratio

Researchers in Ireland have proposed, for the first time, a deterministic approach for designing inverter loading ratio (ILR) in utility-scale PV projects. The novel methodology is claimed to simplify the design process and reduce performance variability...
Energy Storage

The case for combining pumped-hydro storage with floating PV

Researchers in Italy have analyzed the techno-economic viability of enhancing three pumped hydro plants in Italy with floating PV on the lower basin. They say that, with their wide results, consequences could be extrapolated to similar regions.

Press Releases

JA Solar Delivers 1GW n-Type PV Modules for Ulan Buh Desert Renewable Energy Pilot Project

JA Solar recently announced the completion of delivery for 1GW of high-performance n-type PV modules to the 1GW PV project at the Ulan Buh Desert Northeast New Energy Base initiative in China.

HIUV and H.B. Fuller Sign MOUs with Multiple Clients, Accelerating Localized Production in the U.S.

Following their joint efforts in December, during which HIUV and U. S.

AE Power Visits Huasun Xuancheng, Forging Stronger Ties to Expand Heterojunction Presence in Pakistan

As the Chinese New Year approaches, Huasun’s headquarters in Xuancheng warmly welcomed a delegation from AE Power, its exclusive distributor in Pakistan.

SolaX Shines at WFES 2025: Pioneering Multi-Scenario Energy Solutions for a Sustainable Future

SolaX Power proudly participated in the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2025, marking the MENA region’s first major photovoltaic exhibition of the year.

Opinion & Analysis

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Actionable insights to safeguard solar projects from hail damage

The second article in a two-part series from VDE Americas looks at hail risk mitigation measures that continue advancing through improved materials, prediction capabilities and refined stow strategies.

PV module prices at crossroads

Martin Schachinger, founder of pvXchange.com, said PV module prices will depend on national and international demand trends in the coming months, with outcomes ranging from increases to stagnation or further declines. Almost anything is possible, but nothing is certain.

Carbon dioxide removal portfolios enable reaching ambitious climate targets

In a new monthly column for pv magazine, the LUT University describes how carbon dioxide removal may support reaching climate targets from a portfolio perspective.

Jet stream shift brings gloom to Northern Europe in December

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that december brought striking contrasts in solar irradiance across Europe, with Northern Europe experiencing irradiance levels up to 30% below the already dim seasonal average, while regions south of Europe’s major mountain ranges saw irradiance up to 30% above typical levels.

‘Technical expertise is often questioned more rigorously when exhibited by women’

This week, Women in Solar Europe (WiSEu) gives voice to Brigite Gonçalves, Head of Utility-Scale PV Business Developer at Portugal’s EnergyCon. She says Women in the solar industry face unique challenges, such as underrepresentation in decision-making roles and the persistence of unconscious biases. “To achieve equity, the solar sector must prioritize structural changes, including accessible mentoring and sponsorship programs tailored for women,” she states.

Global solar module prices mixed on varying demand expectations

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

Markets & Policy

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Where does solar stand in Trump’s ‘all the above’ energy policy?

Wind and electric vehicles have come under the crosshairs for the Trump administration, while solar has been relatively unscathed – so far.

GCL cuts granular silicon production costs by 15%

GCL Technology cut granular silicon production costs by 15% to CNY 28.17 ($3.87)/kg in the fourth quarter of 2024, down from CNY 33.18 in the previous quarter.

Powerhouse installs off-grid solar for remote EV charger in Australia

Australia’s Powerhouse has installed a 60 kVA off-grid solar array in northern Australia to power a remote EV charger. The project is part of the 7,000 km WAEV Network.

Portugal awards grants to 500 MW of energy storage projects

A total of 43 projects were selected from 79 applications in Portugal’s 2025 energy storage procurement. This included six projects from Spain’s Iberdrola, which secured nearly €20 million ($20.6 million) in public funding.

Czechia installs 967 MW of solar in 2024

Czechia installed 967 MW of solar in 2024, driven by residential and commercial and industrial (C&I) projects, which accounted for 930 MW of the total, says the Czech Solar Association (Solární Asociace).

France deploys 4.6 GW of PV in 2024

France deployed 4.6 GW of solar in 2024, bringing its total PV capacity to 22.12 GW. Grid operator Enedis says that self-consumption accounted for 35% of new installations.

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New platform to deploy 120 MW of renewables in Africa

African microgrid company PowerGen Renewable Energy is partnering with a team of international investors to deploy 120 MW of off-grid renewable energy systems across the continent, starting with installations in Nigeria, Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Clivet launches new air-source heat pumps for commercial buildings

The Italian manufacturer said its new Large Evo PL heat pump can achieve a seasonal coefficient of performance of up to 4.17. The system can also reportedly deliver water temperature of up to 60 C and, when stacked in series, reach a maximum system capacity of 1,660 kW.

Mibet launches waterproof solar carport

The Chinese company said that its new product has a drainage edge that ensures complete waterproofing. It can purportedly withstand wind speeds of 45 m/s and a snow load of 1 KN/m².

Somalia runs tender for solar-plus-storage at 28 education facilities

The Somali government has launched a tender to design, supply, install, and commission solar-plus-storage systems at 28 education facilities across two northwestern regions. Applications close on March 12.

New method to estimate soiling losses before PV project implementation

Scientists in Peru have proposed a self-contained, deployable system that quantifies energy losses from dust accumulation on PV modules. It uses both artificial neural networks and electrical models for soiling loss prediction.

Decision-making model for wind, solar projects in Saudi Arabia

Conceived by an international research team, the model can also be utilized for hybrid wind-solar projects. According to its creators, it provides a practical solutions for land-use optimization and renewable energy planning.

Technology

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JinkoSolar’s TOPCon modules offer 8.82% yield gain in Japan field test

JinkoSolar's latest n-type tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) modules delivered higher energy yield per watt than a competitor's n-type back contact (BC) modules in a three-month field test in Kagoshima, Japan, under varying irradiance levels.

Taiwanese researchers unveil 31.5%-efficient perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell

The cell utilizes a heterojunction device as the bottom cell and a perovskite top cell integrating a hole transport layer made of nickel(II) oxide and methyl-substituted carbazole.

Around 10% of the world’s inland reservoirs could host 22 TW of floating PV

An international research team has assessed the worldwide status and potential of inland floating photovoltaic (FPV) installations, including analysis of the use of trackers and bifacial solar panels.

The Hydrogen Stream: Algeria, EU nations plan Southern Hydrogen Corridor

Algeria, Austria, Germany, Italy, and Tunisia have agreed to develop the Southern Hydrogen Corridor linking North Africa and Europe, while Sungrow Hydrogen has signed a deal to supply electrolysis gear for ACME’s 320 MW green ammonia project in Oman.

Novel BIPV concept integrates louvers to enhance power production

Scientists have proposed a building-integrated PV system that integrates airflow to cool the panels and control room temperature. The system, which also acts as a shading device, can reportedly mitigate drops in power generation efficiency without additional energy consumption.

Reducing silver use in heterojunction solar cells via low-cost copper wires

A research team in Germany has proposed to use direct wire bonding to reduce silver consumption in heterojunction solar cells. The scientists used low-cost copper wires as electrodes with conductive paste applied in discrete pads to replace the traditional metallization and interconnection process.

Manufacturing

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Chinese PV Industry Brief: JinkoSolar, TBEA report lower profits

Five major Chinese PV manufacturers issued profit warnings this week.

Brazil approves six labs for solar module testing

Brazil’s national accreditation body, Inmetro, has authorized six labs across the country to test solar modules.

French consortium building linear DC solar park along Rhône River

A consortium is installing an experimental linear solar park in shade house configuration in Vaucluse, southern France, using high-voltage direct current architecture to reduce electricity losses.

The best tilt angle to improve PV module performance in world’s worst soiling accumulation zone

Scientists have measured the performance of PV modules under strong soiling conditions in Saudi Arabia and have identified the most suitable tilt angles for improving power generation. They have also found that a key role is played by rain intensity, dust, sandstorms, and cloud cover.

Enecoat claims 30.4% efficiency for four-terminal perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell

The Japanese manufacturer said its tandem cell utilizes a top perovskite solar cell with an efficiency of 22.4% and 81% infrared transmittance.

Italian scientists show technical feasibility of solid oxide fuel cells in PV-driven residential buildings

The researchers conducted a case study on a solid oxide fuel cell system deployed in a nearly zero-energy single-floor villa with a size of 80 m2 located in southern Italy. They found that, in particular conditions of photovoltaic production, the system is not only able to meet the home electric loads, but also to inject surplus energy into the network.

Energy Storage

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MACSE auction: A game changer for Italy’s energy storage sector

With the first auctions for procuring new storage capacity in Italy expected in the second quarter of 2025, Aurora Energy Research has analyzed the internal rate of return for projects supported by the Energy Storage Capacity Procurement Mechanism (MACSE) and found that in certain cases expected returns exceed 9%, providing a high level of revenue security.

Romania allocates €150 million for standalone battery storage rollout

The Romanian Ministry of Energy has announced a new round of funding from the Modernization Fund dedicated to battery energy storage systems.

Saudi Arabia commissions its largest battery energy storage system

The 2 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) features 122 prefabricated storage units, designed and supplied by China’s BYD.

Australian utility-scale battery deployment surges

Big BESS battery energy storage systems (BESS) are booming in Australia, with almost 5 GW of projects under construction last year, according Rystad Energy. While encouraging, it reports that the volume remains insufficient to overcome growing rates of renewable curtailment.

Pioneers in Irish solar energy

From modest beginnings in 2011, Power Capital Renewable Energy (PCRE) has become one of Ireland’s foremost independent power producers (IPPs). Joint CEO and co-founder Justin Brown told pv magazine that despite Ireland’s challenging environment for solar, the company sees a lot of opportunity and is taking full advantage.

All renewables PPA structures at a glance

German scientists have identified 18 typologies of power purchase agreements for the renewable energy market. Their research is intended to support policymakers, scientists and investors in implementing their own PPA analysis and choices.

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