China imposes new consumption tax on PV cells, batteries amid industry consolidation push
Combined with stricter energy efficiency standards, the new measure signal Beijing’s push to reduce overcapacity, promote advanced technologies, and favor more competitive, higher-efficiency producers across the solar value chain.
6 hours ago
Ingeteam announces central inverter for utility-scale BESS
Ingeteam has launched the Ingecon Sun Storage M Series, a modular central inverter platform for utility-scale BESS applications, offering power ratings of up to 4.54 MVA and battery voltage support up to 1,500 Vdc without derating. The series includes standalone inverter units and skid-mounted medium-voltage solutions with integrated transformers and switchgear reaching 9.08 MVA.
7 hours ago
Chinese PV Industry Brief: module manufacturers forecast heavy losses as oversupply persists
Chinese PV manufacturers Tongwei, JA, Longi and Trina Solar have all forecast losses for the first half of 2026, citing ongoing oversupply, weak demand and sustained pressure across the solar supply chain.
7 hours ago
China’s battery boom pivoting from scale to utilization, says Ember
China’s battery storage sector is shifting from mandate-driven expansion toward a more market-driven phase as the country targets 300 GW of new energy storage by 2030, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember.
8 hours ago
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Western Europe sees strong irradiance gains during record June heat
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that record June heat was accompanied by a stark north–south split in Europe’s solar resource, with persistent high pressure boosting irradiance by up to 25% across western and southern Europe while Atlantic weather systems reduced irradiance by as much as 25% across Scandinavia, the UK and Ireland. The observed pattern broadly matched seasonal forecasts but with stronger-than-expected regional contrasts, highlighting exceptional solar gains in France, northern Spain and northern Italy alongside significant deficits in northern Europe.
8 hours ago
Giving away excess daytime solar for free
Australia is turning excess midday solar into a consumer benefit through free “solar sharer” electricity tariffs, enabling households to shift loads, charge batteries and EVs, and cut energy bills dramatically. With rooftop solar, storage, electrification, and smarter tariffs, Australia is showing how market innovation can integrate large amounts of renewable energy at low cost.
12 hours ago
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End-of-life solar module recycling unviable if material diversity is not considered
Researchers from Australia and Poland have collaborated on a study to determine the value of upcycling key materials from end-of-life panels such as aluminium, glass and solar cells with the express purpose of purifying the components for reuse in solar panel manufacturing.
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China imposes new consumption tax on PV cells, batteries amid industry consolidation push
Combined with stricter energy efficiency standards, the new measure signal Beijing’s push to reduce overcapacity, promote advanced technologies, and favor more competitive, higher-efficiency producers across the solar value chain.
6 hours ago
India switches on first hydrogen train
Prime minister Narendra Modi today flagged off India’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered train, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards sustainable and green rail transportation. The train will initially operate on the 89 km Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana.
9 hours ago
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Jul 16, 2026
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The swiftest route to scale
US tandem cell startup Swift Solar acquired an extensive set of intellectual property earlier this year related to heterojunction (HJT) solar cell production from now-defunct manufacturer Meyer Burger. It is also now working with some of the experts who were key to developing the technology. pv magazine spoke with Swift Solar CEO Joel Jean and former Meyer Burger CEO Gunter Erfurt about the company’s plans to apply its newly acquired knowledge to manufacturing in the United States.
Jul 16, 2026
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Ingeteam announces central inverter for utility-scale BESS
Ingeteam has launched the Ingecon Sun Storage M Series, a modular central inverter platform for utility-scale BESS applications, offering power ratings of up to 4.54 MVA and battery voltage support up to 1,500 Vdc without derating. The series includes standalone inverter units and skid-mounted medium-voltage solutions with integrated transformers and switchgear reaching 9.08 MVA.
7 hours ago
India switches on first hydrogen train
Prime minister Narendra Modi today flagged off India’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered train, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards sustainable and green rail transportation. The train will initially operate on the 89 km Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana.
9 hours ago
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Bluetti features new Balco Series line of products at The smarter E 2026
At The smarter E 2026, the company highlighted its new balcony energy storage solutions that enable homeowners to optimize self-consumption of solar. Henrik Zhai, Bluetti’s Head of Sales for the DACH region, demonstrated the plug-and-play aspects of the company’s smart meter accessories.
10 hours ago
Sigenergy unveils AI-driven plug-and-play home storage system for PV retrofits
€999 is the introductory pre-order price in Europe for Sigenergy’s SigenMate 2700 Ultra, an AI-driven residential energy storage system with modular expansion up to 56.4 kWh and 0 ms backup power. Designed for seamless PV retrofits, the compact LiFePO4-based system combines smart energy optimization, VPP compatibility, and outdoor durability with IP66 protection.
Jul 16, 2026
Where solar meets the soil: The multi-benefit potential of ecovoltaics and agrivoltaics
As global energy demands rise, emerging dual-use solar methods like ecovoltaics and agrivoltaics are proving that integrating photovoltaic panels with native habitats and agricultural land can generate renewable energy while simultaneously boosting biodiversity, conserving water, and securing steady income for landowners.
Jul 16, 2026
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Avoiding IP issues
Recent disputes involving tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell technology illustrate how patent enforcement can shape manufacturing strategy, constrain technology adoption, and create downstream ripples. Solar cell technology provides a useful lens for understanding how intellectual property (IP) risk operates across the US solar industry, as Isaku Begert, an associate at Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP, explains.
Jul 14, 2026
China imposes new consumption tax on PV cells, batteries amid industry consolidation push
Combined with stricter energy efficiency standards, the new measure signal Beijing’s push to reduce overcapacity, promote advanced technologies, and favor more competitive, higher-efficiency producers across the solar value chain.
6 hours ago
Chinese PV Industry Brief: module manufacturers forecast heavy losses as oversupply persists
Chinese PV manufacturers Tongwei, JA, Longi and Trina Solar have all forecast losses for the first half of 2026, citing ongoing oversupply, weak demand and sustained pressure across the solar supply chain.
7 hours ago
China’s battery boom pivoting from scale to utilization, says Ember
China’s battery storage sector is shifting from mandate-driven expansion toward a more market-driven phase as the country targets 300 GW of new energy storage by 2030, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember.
8 hours ago
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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.
16 hours ago
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Western Europe sees strong irradiance gains during record June heat
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that record June heat was accompanied by a stark north–south split in Europe’s solar resource, with persistent high pressure boosting irradiance by up to 25% across western and southern Europe while Atlantic weather systems reduced irradiance by as much as 25% across Scandinavia, the UK and Ireland. The observed pattern broadly matched seasonal forecasts but with stronger-than-expected regional contrasts, highlighting exceptional solar gains in France, northern Spain and northern Italy alongside significant deficits in northern Europe.
8 hours ago
AI-powered 9-ton tracked robot for large-scale PV construction
China-based Relu Robotics has developed a 9-ton robot that reportedly delivers accurate module handling and installation. The company says its tracked chassis, extended-range power system, and all-terrain capability enable operation across deserts, sand, wastelands, hills, and slopes under extreme conditions.
13 hours ago
The Philippines inaugurates first phase of massive solar-storage project
The first phase of the MTerra Solar project in the Philippines has energized over 1.3 GW of solar and 825 MW of battery energy storage. Once completed, the project is set to deliver 3.5 GW of solar tied to 4.5 GWh of storage.
Jul 15, 2026
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The swiftest route to scale
US tandem cell startup Swift Solar acquired an extensive set of intellectual property earlier this year related to heterojunction (HJT) solar cell production from now-defunct manufacturer Meyer Burger. It is also now working with some of the experts who were key to developing the technology. pv magazine spoke with Swift Solar CEO Joel Jean and former Meyer Burger CEO Gunter Erfurt about the company’s plans to apply its newly acquired knowledge to manufacturing in the United States.
Jul 16, 2026
Scientists build 31%-efficient indium-free tandem perovskite silicon mini-module via reactive plasma deposition
Researchers have developed an indium-free perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell using a low-damage reactive plasma deposition process to produce tin oxide layers, achieving certified efficiencies of 33.6% for a small-area device and 31.0% for a mini-module.
14 hours ago
Austrian scientists testing foldable PV system with dual-axis tracking
TU Graz researchers have developed FLAPTrack, a dual-axis solar tracker that combines higher PV yields with automated weather protection by folding modules flat during storms. The system aims to make dual-axis tracking economically viable again, with reported yield gains of up to 40% compared with fixed-mount installations.
Jul 16, 2026
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Jul 16, 2026
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Bluetti features new Balco Series line of products at The smarter E 2026
At The smarter E 2026, the company highlighted its new balcony energy storage solutions that enable homeowners to optimize self-consumption of solar. Henrik Zhai, Bluetti’s Head of Sales for the DACH region, demonstrated the plug-and-play aspects of the company’s smart meter accessories.
10 hours ago
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Ampace launches co-branded C&I energy storage product at Intersolar Europe 2026
The company’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Tim Yuan, also talked about the company’s latest residential energy storage product and plans for future technologies geared toward the European market.
Jul 14, 2026
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Jackery showcases plug-in solar storage systems and energy management accessories in Munich
At The smarter E 2026, the company highlighted its new SolarVault 3 Series of plug-in solar energy storage products, along with its Home Energy Management System and related smart accessories.
Jul 14, 2026
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