JinkoSolar’s TOPCon modules offer 8.82% yield gain in Japan field test
JinkoSolar’s latest n-type tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) modules delivered higher energy yield per watt than a competitor’s n-type back contact (BC) modules in a three-month field test in Kagoshima, Japan, under varying irradiance levels.
Clivet launches new air-source heat pumps for commercial buildings
The Italian manufacturer said its new Large Evo PL heat pump can achieve a seasonal coefficient of performance of up to 4.17. The system can also reportedly deliver water temperature of up to 60 C and, when stacked in series, reach a maximum system capacity of 1,660 kW.
Mibet launches waterproof solar carport
The Chinese company said that its new product has a drainage edge that ensures complete waterproofing. It can purportedly withstand wind speeds of 45 m/s and a snow load of 1 KN/m².
New method to estimate soiling losses before PV project implementation
Scientists in Peru have proposed a self-contained, deployable system that quantifies energy losses from dust accumulation on PV modules. It uses both artificial neural networks and electrical models for soiling loss prediction.
Decision-making model for wind, solar projects in Saudi Arabia
Conceived by an international research team, the model can also be utilized for hybrid wind-solar projects. According to its creators, it provides a practical solutions for land-use optimization and renewable energy planning.
Around 10% of the world’s inland reservoirs could host 22 TW of floating PV
An international research team has assessed the worldwide status and potential of inland floating photovoltaic (FPV) installations, including analysis of the use of trackers and bifacial solar panels.
PV module prices at crossroads
Martin Schachinger, founder of pvXchange.com, said PV module prices will depend on national and international demand trends in the coming months, with outcomes ranging from increases to stagnation or further declines. Almost anything is possible, but nothing is certain.
Taiwanese researchers unveil 31.5%-efficient perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell
The cell utilizes a heterojunction device as the bottom cell and a perovskite top cell integrating a hole transport layer made of nickel(II) oxide and methyl-substituted carbazole.
The Hydrogen Stream: Algeria, EU nations plan Southern Hydrogen Corridor
Algeria, Austria, Germany, Italy, and Tunisia have agreed to develop the Southern Hydrogen Corridor linking North Africa and Europe, while Sungrow Hydrogen has signed a deal to supply electrolysis gear for ACME’s 320 MW green ammonia project in Oman.
Carbon dioxide removal portfolios enable reaching ambitious climate targets
In a new monthly column for pv magazine, the LUT University describes how carbon dioxide removal may support reaching climate targets from a portfolio perspective.
