Chile can achieve emission-free electricity system by 2035 with technical and economic support
A study developed by the Chilean Association of Renewable Energies and Storage (ACERA AG) and the Institute of Complex Engineering Systems (ISCI) concludes that it is technically feasible to operate the National Electric System without fossil fuel generation, with investments in renewable energy storage, and flexible demand.
Scatec starts constructing large-scale solar, battery storage project in Egypt
Work is underway on a 1.1 GW solar project with 100 MW/200 MWh of accompanying battery energy storage in Egypt. The first phase of the project is scheduled for commercial operation during the first half of next year.
AE Solar and Fraunhofer CSP develop solar module optimized for partial shading
The work is being carried out as part of the “SegmentPV” project, which runs until the end of September. By segmenting the module layout and using integrated bypass diodes, the new module achieves higher yields and a lower risk of hot spots.
How to make solar module stockpiling cost-effective
Researchers investigated which solar module stockpiling conditions could help to ensure stable solar PV deployment at the lowest cost in Europe. The scientists demonstrated that stockpiling is cost-effective primarily under unfavorable import conditions.
SolarEdge rebounds on Q1 earnings surprise
The inverter and energy storage provider posted a second straight quarter of positive cash flow as it recovers from a difficult year.
U.S. National Renewable Energy Lab announces layoffs
A statement released by NREL calls the layoffs an “involuntary separation,” thanks them for their work and acknowledges that the mission is critical to achieving “an affordable and secure energy future.”
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Tongwei, GoodWe post 2024 losses
Tongwei says it recorded a $969 million net loss for fiscal 2024, while GoodWe posted an $85 million loss and Ginlong’s net profit fell 11.3% to $95 million.
Global PV installations may hit 655 GW this year, says SolarPower Europe
Global PV installations could reach 655 GW in 2025, up from 597 GW in 2024, according to SolarPower Europe’s latest market outlook, which puts total installed capacity at 2.2 TW.
How to find optimum PV placement in mountain regions
Switzerland’s WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF) is investigating how solar yield can be optimized in snow-covered terrain. It is envisaged the results will help to place PV systems on mountains so they make use of light that is reflected from neighbouring slopes.
SunPower regains Nasdaq compliance, reports Q1 profit
SunPower has regained Nasdaq compliance and posted its first quarterly profit in four years, but the results remain unaudited. The company had received a deficiency notice for failing to meet listing requirements.
