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Sunmaxx PVT, Oxford PV present perovskite-silicon tandem solar thermal module with 80% overall efficiency The new photovoltaic-thermal module, presented for the first time on the first day of Intersolar 2024, has a record electrical efficiency of 26.6% and thermal efficiency of 53.4%. The electrical output of the module with 6cm x 10cm M6 cells is 433 W.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 19, 2024
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Viessmann launches air-water heat pump for larger residential, commercial buildings The Vitocal 250-A Pro boasts a flow temperature of up to 70 C, a heating output of up to 39.5 kW and a cooling output of up to 21.7 kW and according to the German manufacturer, it is one of the quietest of its kind on the market. Its coefficient of performance is 5.6.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 19, 2024
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CPX and PanelClaw announce brand merge The two companies will continue operations under the name PanelClaw, as they set out ambition to support commercial and industrial rooftop customers in both the United States and Europe, then eventually worldwide.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 19, 2024
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Canadian Solar, Toyota Tsusho sign 20-year PPA in Japan The power purchase agreement covers all the energy generated at a 1.2 MW facility in eastern Japan and a 1.9 MW site in the south west of the country.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 19, 2024
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SolarPower Europe says 1 TW of solar could be annually installed by 2028 SolarPower Europe forecasts more than 1 TW of annual solar installations by 2028, but financing and energy system flexibility must be unlocked.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 18, 2024
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Amsterdam to allow solar panels on monuments The Amsterdam municipal authorities say they will make installing solar panels and heat pumps easier and allow visible installations on monuments and heritage buildings.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 18, 2024
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Global PV installations may hit 660 GW in 2024, says Bernreuter Research Bernreuter Research says low module prices will drive demand in the second half of this year. The researchers note the shipment targets of the world’s six largest solar module suppliers, who are aiming for an annual growth rate of 40% on average.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 18, 2024
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Electricity prices fall in most European markets Electricity prices fell in all major electricity markets except the British and Nordic markets in the second week of June. Portugal reached an all-time daily solar production record, registering 22 GWh on June 13.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 18, 2024
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Alight secures grid connection for 100 MW solar park in Finland Swedish solar developer Alight has obtained a grid connection for its 100 MW solar project in Eurajoki, western Finland. Construction is expected to start later this year.
Patrick Jowett
Jun 18, 2024