IEA says cost of capital for solar remains high in Southeast Asia
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says the cost of capital for solar remains higher in Southeast Asian countries than it does in other emerging and developing economies.
Zurich launches insurance for agrivoltaics
Zurich Group Germany has introduced a modular insurance product addressing crop, livestock, and equipment risks on land used for simultaneous farming and solar power generation.
Brazilian law reignites debate on framework for distributed solar, storage
Provisional measure (MP) 1,304 introduces a charge for certain distributed-generation (DG) system operators if an Energy Development Account (CDE) spending cap is breached.
Silver prices surge, yet ‘thrifting’ poses little threat to solar cell, module quality
With silver prices nearing $50 per ounce, researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) tell pv magazine that efforts to reduce silver use in solar cells will not compromise module quality if properly engineered.
PV-powered sorption system for atmospheric water harvesting
Researchers in China have built an off-grid rapid-cycling sorption-based atmospheric water harvesting system. Powered by three PV modules, the system was tested with four condensation methods indoor and outdoor.
Australia eyes resale certification to curb solar panel waste
University of South Australia researchers have proposed national certification and digital tracking systems to enable the reuse of second-hand solar panels and reduce landfill waste.
Over 6 GW of solar approved under Malaysia’s large-scale solar program
Malaysia’s large-scale solar scheme (LSS) has approved 6,028 MW of solar capacity to 117 companies across six bidding rounds to date, according to the country’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation.
Eastman introduces integrated inverter-battery system for solar users
India’s Eastman Auto & Power has unveiled a plug-and-play inverter with a built-in lithium-ion battery, targeting simpler and more efficient solar use for households and small businesses.
US solar module prices rise in Q3 amid policy-driven demand
US solar module prices climbed in the third quarter of 2025 as developers accelerated purchases to meet federal tax credit deadlines and navigate import restrictions.
Vanuatu runs tender for supply, installation of solar systems
A tender is open in Vanuatu to deliver eight solar water pump systems and 24 standalone solar PV systems. The deadline to submit expressions of interest is October 27.
