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End-of-life is just the beginning
After decommissioning, a used solar module can take hundreds of different pathways. Different policies, technologies, and capabilities make each recycling process one of a kind. And the optimal route can differ greatly depending on regional issues and other factors.
Nov 02, 2026
Hanwha Q-Cells shifts focus to research and development in Europe
Hanwha Q Cells has denied rumors of a market exit but confirmed plans to focus its European operations on research and development. The restructuring will lead to job cuts in sales and business development, while the company expands its R&D workforce in Germany.
6 hours ago
Key takeaways from All Energy Australia 2026
The outlook for Australia’s renewable energy transition appears positive with supportive government policies and renewable energy targets, a surge in battery installations, and a strong pipeline of grid-scale solar and storage projects helping to fuel confidence.
11 hours ago
Solar PV cuts Spain’s electricity costs by €17.02 billion over 18 months
A study by Spanish solar association UNEF estimates that solar PV generation reduced Spain’s wholesale electricity costs by €17.02 billion ($19.03 billion) between January 2025 and June 2026. Without solar generation, average daily market prices would have been 86% higher, according to the analysis.
11 hours ago
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Indian PV at a turning point
As module manufacturing capacity outpaces domestic demand, India’s solar industry is entering a new phase, where vertical integration, disciplined investment, higher utilization and access to new markets will be critical for sustaining growth. Uma Gupta reports.
Oct 31, 2026
Hanwha Q-Cells shifts focus to research and development in Europe
Hanwha Q Cells has denied rumors of a market exit but confirmed plans to focus its European operations on research and development. The restructuring will lead to job cuts in sales and business development, while the company expands its R&D workforce in Germany.
6 hours ago
Key takeaways from All Energy Australia 2026
The outlook for Australia’s renewable energy transition appears positive with supportive government policies and renewable energy targets, a surge in battery installations, and a strong pipeline of grid-scale solar and storage projects helping to fuel confidence.
11 hours ago
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Forecasting growth
India’s expanding utility-scale solar fleet is creating a growing need for accurate generation forecasts. Yet the country does not have one uniform specification for every project. The requirements depend on the connection point, the responsible scheduling entity, and the rules issued by central or state regulators. For forecasting providers, this makes India a sizable market, but one that requires detailed project-by-project implementation, as Reuniwatt’s Hannah Bergler explains.
Oct 30, 2026
Japanese developer switches on solar-plus-storage plant with 327% oversizing ratio
Sun Village has commissioned a solar-plus-storage plant with a 327% DC/AC oversizing ratio, combining 163.2 kW of PV capacity with 253.3 kWh of battery storage. The DC-coupled system is designed to capture surplus solar generation and extend electricity exports into the evening and nighttime hours.
14 hours ago
Equator Renewables Asia unveils 250 kW containerized PV system
Singapore-based Equator Renewables Asia has developed a modular, relocatable PV system featuring up to 250 kW of solar capacity in a 40-foot shipping container. The plug-and-play solution uses n-type TOPCon bifacial modules and can be deployed by two workers in approximately two to three hours, according to the company.
Nov 02, 2026
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Quality at gigawatt scale
India is currently expanding its solar manufacturing capacity at an unprecedented pace, establishing gigawatt-scale cell and module production to meet growing demand. But how can quality and long-term reliability be assured while maintaining such a fast-paced buildout?
17 hours ago
Vaillant unveils 20 kW propane heat pump for large buildings
The German heating technology manufacturer said its new air-to-water heat pump has heating capacities of 15 kW and 20 kW. The R290-based monobloc system reportedly achieves a coefficient of performance of up to 5.66 and delivers supply temperatures of up to 75 C.
13 hours ago
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End-of-life is just the beginning
After decommissioning, a used solar module can take hundreds of different pathways. Different policies, technologies, and capabilities make each recycling process one of a kind. And the optimal route can differ greatly depending on regional issues and other factors.
Nov 02, 2026
Planar heat pipes reduce peak temperatures by up to 32 C in PV cooling tests
An international research team has tested five planar heat pipe designs for PV module cooling, achieving peak surface temperature reductions of 8 C to 32 C. The researchers estimated that active water cooling could increase annual electricity generation by 2.2% to 3.6% under conditions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
12 hours ago
Fraunhofer ISE spin-off repurposes used e-scooter batteries for C&I storage
German startup Eden Energy has delivered its first 70 kWh commercial storage system using 112 retired e-scooter batteries. The Fraunhofer ISE spin-off aims to scale the technology to 300 kWh while extending the useful life of micromobility batteries.
14 hours ago
Grid-forming vs. grid-following in residential solar-plus-storage
Romanian researchers have found that grid-forming inverters improve grid stability, voltage and frequency recovery, and backup capabilities in residential solar-plus-storage systems. Their analysis shows that the technology can also deliver higher economic returns, with a payback period of 2.85 years for the additional investment.
15 hours ago
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NREL solar research garners two R&D 100 awards
An etching technique that makes silicon wafers more efficient and a “mammoth power generator that sets a new standard for the production of solar energy” both developed at the U.S. Department of Energys (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory have been named among this years most significant innovations by Research & Development (R&D) Magazine.
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Ontario Power Authority proposes cuts in pay rates for small ground-mounted solar PV projects
The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) has proposed a new pricing category of 58.8 Canadian cents per kilowatt-hour (¢/kWh) for ground-mounted solar photovoltaics (PV) projects of ten kilowatts or less, instead of the original 80.2 ¢/kWh. The new price category, says the OPA, will better reflect the lower costs of installation for these types of projects versus rooftop projects.
Hybrid Energy signs five year distribution and co-development agreement; expects USD$25 million income
Hybrid Energy Holdings, Inc. (HYBE) has signed a formal Development and Distribution Agreement with KS IP Holdings, LLC for USD$25 million. Under the agreement, KS IP Holdings, LLC has acquired exclusive development and distribution rights for specific consumer applications of the photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal technology Intellectual Properties (IP) previously acquired by HYBE.
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ADB Calls for Asia and Pacific to make transition to solar power
Many countries in Asia and the Pacific are well-suited to solar power initiatives, and incentives, and low-cost financing mechanisms should be made available to help the region make the transition possible, Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Haruhiko Kuroda has said.
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