Eternal Sun offers solar simulators for space PV testing
A new optional light emitting diode (LED) board pre-calibrated for AM0 testing is available for the company’s flagship LED solar simulators.
Zimbabwe plans 600 MW floating PV project
Government officials in Zimbabwe have said work on a 600 MW floating solar project on Lake Kariba, the world’s largest artificial lake by volume, will be begin next year, starting with an initial 150 MW phase.
AX Solar Robot showcases cleaning system for C&I solar
The French PV cleaning specialist has aunched a fully autonomous cleaning system for steep commercial and industrial PV roofs, designed for frequent cleaning in dusty environments.
EU shift to 15-minute trading supports battery storage profits, says Rystad
Europe’s move to 15-minute spot-market intervals, effective Oct. 1, is altering the economics of battery storage, with Rystad Energy estimating that battery energy storage systems (BESS) profits in some countries have increased by more than 20%.
Beijing group creates official entity to guide China’s polysilicon capacity
Industry analysts say a new Beijing-based coordination platform created by China’s top polysilicon producers signals a turn toward managed capacity, as the sector tries to halt a steep price slide and mounting consolidation pressures.
Solinteg releases new hybrid inverter series
The M2HT series has an output range of 75–125 kW and is the company’s first product in the 125 kW power class.
India’s Waaree Energies posts monthly solar module output above 1 GW
Waaree Energies says its record November output underscores the scale and reliability of India’s expanding solar manufacturing base as global demand intensifies.
California study finds electrification can ease electric rate pressures
A new analysis from the Public Advocates Office of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) says large-scale adoption of electric vehicles and heat pumps could moderate rate increases if grid upgrades are delivered efficiently.
European Commission publishes new grid rules and plans to accelerate interconnection projects
The European Union’s executive body sets out plan to more closely link the energy systems of EU member states, including commitment to fast-track key interconnector projects. Proposals have been welcomed by leading solar and energy storage trade bodies. The move comes as several EU nations lag 15% interconnection target set for 2030.
GCL Technology forms $287 million entity to buy stake in Chinese rival
GCL Technology Holdings has set up a CNY 2.06 billion ($287 million) partnership to acquire a 42.5% stake in Inner Mongolia Xinyuan Silicon Material Technology, in a move that may point to emerging consolidation in China’s polysilicon sector.
