SolaX Power validates system level safety through extreme testing
Under controlled conditions, the SolaX ORI 5 MWh system’s battery cells were intentionally driven into thermal runaway, with the emergency ventilation system kept closed throughout. The system’s pressure relief structure activated as designed to guarantee no additional risks to surrounding personnel or the environment.
Cubenergy launches FlexCombo 2.0 flexible energy storage block
The FlexCombo 2.0 is an AC Block designed to support the evolving requirements of power systems, including grid stability, regulatory compliance, and scalable project development.
Jackery introduces SolarVault 3 series of residential solar storage solutions in the Netherlands
Two models in the series are designed to capture up to 4000 W of solar input with four independent MPPTs, while the third model – the SolarVault 3 Pro Max AC – is an AC-coupled solar storage solution that allows households to add battery storage without rewiring. The model is particularly suited to regions where net metering schemes are being phased out.
The redefined role of steel in solar energy projects
As global solar investments continue to expand, the role of steel in solar infrastructure is evolving from a commodity-based input into a core element of integrated engineering solutions.
Voltage Energy Announces Planned Global Headquarters in Roxboro, North Carolina
The 72-acre site has been upgraded with a manufacturing space over 246,000 square feet in size, which will produce the company’s solutions for the solar and clean energy industries.
Astronergy adopts quarter-cut cell design, boosting TOPCon module efficiency and reliability
The company’s new ASTRO N7 Pro PV modules achieve 2% higher cumulative energy yield over the project lifecycle compared to conventional previous-generation modules, according to Astronergy Head of Global Product Management Baohua He.
The transition to back contact follows market trend toward long-term solar project sustainability
Module quality, reliability, and proven field performance are at the core of bankability assessments and investment decisions for solar PV projects, according to Chao Jia, President of LONGi Europe for DG. He says this is why advanced module technologies like back contact are gaining relevance.
SAJ introduces a 1500 V C&I hybrid energy storage solution
When combined with SAJ’s high-efficiency MPPT algorithms, the system delivers a 4.5% boost in overall energy conversion efficiency. The manufacturer also plans to release a 1250 V version.
Sigenergy secures top position for multiple storage markets as installer adoption accelerates
SunWiz market data ranks the manufacturer as the top energy storage supplier in Australia, Ireland, and South Africa.
Rethinking utility-scale solar inspections in an era of tighter margins
As utility-scale solar margins tighten, the industry is moving beyond simple flight automation. New multi-drone technology is allowing operators to achieve 100+ MW daily inspection rates, slashing total cost of ownership and eliminating traditional data-to-insight lags.
Strengthening food and energy resilience with agri-PV
A first-of-its-kind agrivoltaic pilot in Fujairah, developed as part of a joint research project between the Fujairah Research Center and AE Solar, shows how solar panels above native plants can improve soil health, boost crop resilience, and optimize land use – demonstrating a scalable approach to tackling a desert region’s energy, food, and water challenges.
Maldives microgrid project with floating solar becomes model for island renewables projects
With a 2 MWp floating solar PV plant and a 3 MWh battery storage system, the Soneva Secret resort project will result in 900,000 to 1,000,000 liters of diesel savings per year, leading to 2,000 plus tons of CO2 emissions reduction.
Guayepo I&II, the largest centralized solar park in Colombia
The largest centralized solar park in Colombia demonstrates that it is possible to combine clean-energy production with a strong commitment to the local area and its community.
Pramac EMS features special modes for C&I battery storage sites
“Smart Self-Consumption” mode minimizes costs by charging the BESS during low-price periods and reducing grid dependency during high-price periods, while “External Control” mode enables participation in ancillary service markets.
611 MW Arinos Solar Park accelerates the energy transition in Brazil
Commissioned on 30 January 2025, Enel Group’s Arinos Solar Park in Minas Gerais combines clean energy generation, advanced technologies, skilled jobs, and measurable benefits for local communities.
LONGi releases fourth Climate Action White Paper and first TNFD Report at COP30 in Brazil
The company’s Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.0%, and Scope 2 emissions decreased by 37.0% between 2023 and 2024, according to the white paper, which also reports that 477 electricity-saving technical renovation projects LONGi introduced in 2024 are expected to save 426 million kWh annually.
Huawei unveils next-generation solutions for C&I energy and e-mobility
The C&I One-Fits-All Solution and FusionCharge Solution offer versatility for a wide range of scenarios in the commercial and industrial market.
LONGi case study data finds BC outperforms TOPCon on generation and cost
At its October “Utility Day,” the company shared its latest financial data with German customers, affirming top market positioning and financial health.
Anker SOLIX announces VPP-ready home energy solution
The upgraded residential energy system integrates solar generation with energy storage and EV charging in a single ecosystem that can cut household electricity expenses by up to 88% and installation time by 25%.
A new blueprint for the power system from GoodWe
To support changes in the solar industry driven by such trends as storage deployment and AI, GoodWe founder Daniel Huang says the company is marking its 15th anniversary by leading the smart energy integration of generation-grid-load-storage-intelligence.
Early integration of EBOS key to maximizing value for PV projects
Innovations in EBOS components can drive big savings for large-scale PV projects, according to Bob Slack, Chief Technology Officer with Voltage Energy. He notes the important role of EBOS across all project stages.
LONGi achieves A Level in MSCI ESG ratings
This is the second consecutive year of improvement for the company. Additionally, LONGi’s Weighted Average Key Issue Score is now the highest within the A+H share semiconductor industry.
Longi BC modules surpass TOPCon output by 2.45% in desert comparison
The company says data from a recent empirical project show that its Hi-MO 9 back contact (BC) modules outperformed conventional TOPCon modules in a head-to-head comparison in a desert environment with harsh climate conditions.
