Envertech launches 800 W microinverter for residential, balcony PV
Envertech says its new microinverter has a maximum efficiency of 96.8%. The short-circuit current of the new product is 25 A and the voltage output is 220 V.
Austria earmarks €135 million for solar rebates in 2024
Austrian agency OeMAG is allocating €135 million ($146.4 million) of incentives under Austria’s Renewable Energy Expansion Act (EAG).
New method to find right tilt angle for PV systems located in high-latitude, cold regions
A group of researchers from Sweden has developed a new model to find the optimal tilt angle in PV installations located at high latitudes. The new approach takes into account, among other factors, the effect of transmittance change based on snow.
Challenges and prospects in Albania’s PV market
Albanian researchers say that solar could be key to reducing Albania’s reliance on energy imports, but the nation will need to invest in grid infrastructure, streamline laws, and enhance access to funding to support deployment.
K2 Systems to offer mounting system for green solar roofs
Germany’s K2 Systems says that its new mounting system will be available in the spring. It supports module elevation of 10 degrees to 15 degrees.
French startup offers solar aerothermal system for space heating
Solar Brother, a French startup, has developed a solar aerothermal system for space heating. The system incorporates a PV panel, an aerothermal heat pump module, and cassette filtration, enabling homeowners to save on heating.
Austrian startup launches portable containerized PV system
Solarcont has developed a portable, containerized PV system featuring 240 solar modules on a folding system for easy removal and storage.
TSUN debuts DC-coupled 1,024 Wh battery
The Chinese manufacturer said its new residential storage system is an ideal solution for balcony PV system. The battery features a maximum input power of 1,200 W and a maximum output power of 800 W.
Solitek launches bifacial solar panels for carports
The Lithuanian module manufacturer has unveiled 37O W bifacial dual glass modules for carports featuring 3 mm glass on both sides and an anodized aluminum frame. The new products are certified as overhead glazing by the German Institute for Building Technology (DIBt), with a class 4 hail resistance and efficiency of 19.57%.
Iberdrola, FCC Ámbito to collaborate on solar panel recycling
Spain’s Iberdrola and FCC Ámbito have agreed to work together on the development of new circularity solutions for solar panels, to ensure that 100% of the materials in the modules can be recycled.
