AI in photovoltaic systems
Researchers from Chinese and Malaysian universities have compared studies demonstrating the use of artificial intelligence to solve PV integration problems. They say that AI will bring revolutionary improvements in the efficiency, reliability and predictability of solar power generation.
Colombian developer switches on 83 MW of solar
Empresas Públicas de Medellín (EPM) has started operating an 83 MW solar project in Caldas, Colombia.
SNCF Energie, Neoen tie up on 172 GWh of annual solar capacity
SNCF Energie, a unit of French railway group SNCF, has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Neoen for 172 GWh of annual solar power. The deal supports financing for a new 139 MWp solar park set to start operations in 2028, alongside 150 hectares of land for sheep farming.
Enpal, Entrix reveal plans for Europe’s biggest VPP
Enpal and Entrix aim to build Europe’s largest virtual power plant (VPP) via their new Flexa joint venture. They plan to integrate PV systems and other decentralized energy producers and consumers into a multi-gigawatt network with an AI-powered electricity trading platform.
Cliantech Solutions to supply 1.2 GW automated production line for Alpex Solar
Cliantech Solutions says it will install a 1.2 GW,Cliantech to supply 1.2 GW automated production line for Alpex Solar
fully automated solar panel production line for Alpex Solar’s new factory in India.
Longi claims 34.6% efficiency for perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell
The European Solar Test Installation (ESTI) has confirmed Longi’s achievement of a world record-breaking efficiency rating of 34.6% for a perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell.
Marstek unveils plug-in balcony solar with AC-coupled storage at SNEC
A new manufacturer is entering the PV market. Marstek initially focused on power banks, but is now showcasing a range of products for the booming DIY solar market, including a user-friendly, AC-coupled battery solution for balconies.
HYXiPOWER unveils two new energy solutions at SNEC Expo
HYXiPOWER has released two new energy solutions at the SNEC PV+ Expo – a 232 kWh/261 kWh all-in-one liquid cooling ESS and a 320 kW smart string inverter.
Study estimates global floating solar potential at 1,302 TWh
A UK-based research team has calculated the global potential of deploying floating solar arrays on almost 68,000 lakes and reservoirs. It found some countries could generate the majority of their electricity needs from floating solar panels, while five could meet all their electricity demand.
2024 Outlook: What could La Niña mean for US solar this year?
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, describes the possible consequences for PV plan and grid operators of a possible switch to La Niña conditions in North America. These conditions lead to more hurricanes, convection and cloudiness in the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in decreased solar irradiance. In contrast, the Atlantic coast of the USA has historically seen up to 5-10% above-average irradiance during summer months in previous La Niña events.
