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.
Canadian Solar’s storage unit launches 5 MWh battery
The battery unit of the Chinese PV manufacturer said its new large-scale battery has a lifecycle of over 12,000 cycles. The system has a nominal capacity of 5 MWh and a roundtrip efficiency of up to 95%.
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.
UK scientists build PV redox flow battery with 9.54% solar-to-chemical efficiency
The PV-driven redox flow battery can reportedly achieve a maximum solar-to-output electricity efficiency of 3.11% during a 36-hour period. The system incorporates a 25 cm2 heterojunction photovoltaic device and is based on a neutral pH aqueous iodine-bromine redox couple.
Australian rooftop solar installations down 10% in April to 225 MW
Australia’s rooftop solar market suffered a downturn in April, with about 225 MW of new capacity registered across the country for the month, down 10% compared to March.
