Superhydrophobic nanocomposite coating boosts PV power output by 16%, outperforms manual cleaning
An Indian research team developed a transparent, nanocomposite coating that makes solar panels superhydrophobic, enabling self-cleaning and reducing dust-related performance losses. Six months of outdoor testing showed coated panels produced 16% more power than dusty panels and 7% more than manually cleaned panels, while also lowering temperature and improving stability.
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Texxecure launches rating system for assessing PV project quality and technical risks
Texxecure has launched a standardized rating system for photovoltaic projects, assessing technical risks from components and processes to final installation. The AAA-to-D scale aims to provide investors, banks, insurers, and developers with a transparent benchmark for PV asset quality.
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The geopolitics of solar manufacturing and how India can build a China-alternative supply chain
India has already demonstrated that well-designed policies can rapidly expand module and cell manufacturing. The next challenge is considerably more ambitious: building a fully integrated solar manufacturing ecosystem that extends from polysilicon to finished modules. Success will require sustained policy support, patient capital, technology partnerships, infrastructure development, and a long-term industrial vision.
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From import dependence to global competitiveness: India’s solar manufacturing story
India’s journey from an import-dependent country to an integrated global solar manufacturer is an example of how a nation can assure its self-sufficiency not only in the energy sector but also become a vital pillar of the global green economy.
Jul 18, 2026
GenCost at Eight: how a decade of disruption reshaped the future of Australia’s energy system
What has a decade of disruption taught us about Australia’s energy future? Eight years of GenCost shows how technology trends and global events are influencing the transition to low-emissions electricity.
Jul 18, 2026
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GoodWe launches single-phase off-grid inverter series for residential microgrids
GoodWe has unveiled the EO G2 Series single-phase off-grid inverter, specifically engineered for harsh operating environments across Africa. Available in power ratings from 3 kW to 6 kW, the system features up to 200% PV oversizing, less then 4 ms seamless switching, and AI-powered energy management functions.
Nibe unveils residential propane air-to-water heat pumps reaching 5.53 COP
Nibe has launched the S2060 series, a range of inverter-controlled air-to-water heat pumps using propane refrigerant for residential and small commercial applications. The monoblock units deliver up to 10 kW of heating capacity and operate with flow temperatures of up to 75 C.
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The Iberian BESS paradox
On a Monday in April 2025, 60 million people across Spain and Portugal lost power. The blackout was no minor technical accident, and it exposed the Achilles’ heel of the Iberian energy transition. The system collapsed because it lacked sufficient storage, because synchronous generators were being displaced, and because the interconnection with France remains a bottleneck.
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New rules for Poland’s grid
Poland’s amended Energy Act – sometimes known as the Grid Act – came into force on April 30, 2026, introducing significant changes for grid connections to generation and storage. Poland’s Ministry of Energy estimates that the new regulations could unlock the potential to connect around 150 GW of new renewables and storage capacity. New possibilities for cable pooling have been welcomed, but asset owners also face a greater financial commitment when connections are issued and implemented. Energy law expert Piotr Mrowiec outlines the new rules and provisions.
Jul 23, 2026
Flexibility as an asset
The Iberian Peninsula is emerging as a key test case for hybrid PV and battery storage, driven less by inherent project attractiveness and more by mounting pressure on standalone solar. As merchant exposure, price cannibalization and curtailment risks intensify, co-located battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a tool to stabilize revenues rather than unlock upside. In this context, aggregator contracts are evolving toward more flexible, merchant-driven structures. Everoze Partner Ana Bamonde explores this shift and what it means for the structuring, financing and operation of hybrid assets in Iberia.
Jul 22, 2026
Scaling sodium storage
Chinese battery integrator HyperStrong has signed a deal with CATL for 60 GWh of sodium-ion battery cells to be supplied over three years. This represents the biggest deal seen yet for the emerging battery technology. pv magazine caught up with HyperStrong Chairman and CEO Jianhui Zhang to discuss the company’s plans for implementation of sodium-ion battery systems.
Jul 21, 2026
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The geopolitics of solar manufacturing and how India can build a China-alternative supply chain
India has already demonstrated that well-designed policies can rapidly expand module and cell manufacturing. The next challenge is considerably more ambitious: building a fully integrated solar manufacturing ecosystem that extends from polysilicon to finished modules. Success will require sustained policy support, patient capital, technology partnerships, infrastructure development, and a long-term industrial vision.
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Rayzon Solar, Navitas partner with Caelux to develop 10 GW of perovskite-silicon tandem modules in India
Rayzon Solar and Navitas Solar have each signed five-year agreements with U.S.-based Caelux to develop and manufacture 5 GW of perovskite-silicon tandem modules in India, taking the combined planned capacity to 10 GW.
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Hybrid PPAs see growing adoption in Europe despite a 24% premium over solar PPAs
Hybrid PPAs are gaining traction across Europe as developers pair solar projects with battery storage to counter price volatility and negative electricity prices. Although priced 24% higher than solar-only PPAs, hybrid contracts offer greater revenue potential and are becoming increasingly attractive to corporate buyers.
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Scaling sodium storage
Chinese battery integrator HyperStrong has signed a deal with CATL for 60 GWh of sodium-ion battery cells to be supplied over three years. This represents the biggest deal seen yet for the emerging battery technology. pv magazine caught up with HyperStrong Chairman and CEO Jianhui Zhang to discuss the company’s plans for implementation of sodium-ion battery systems.
Jul 21, 2026
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Superhydrophobic nanocomposite coating boosts PV power output by 16%, outperforms manual cleaning
An Indian research team developed a transparent, nanocomposite coating that makes solar panels superhydrophobic, enabling self-cleaning and reducing dust-related performance losses. Six months of outdoor testing showed coated panels produced 16% more power than dusty panels and 7% more than manually cleaned panels, while also lowering temperature and improving stability.
2 hours ago
Rayzon Solar, Navitas partner with Caelux to develop 10 GW of perovskite-silicon tandem modules in India
Rayzon Solar and Navitas Solar have each signed five-year agreements with U.S.-based Caelux to develop and manufacture 5 GW of perovskite-silicon tandem modules in India, taking the combined planned capacity to 10 GW.
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ML System presents solar tile for demanding architectural applications
Poland-based ML System has launched PhotonRoof, a BIPV solar tile designed to combine photovoltaic generation with traditional roofing aesthetics. Available in three design lines and multiple finishes, the system targets residential, commercial, and heritage projects requiring high architectural integration.
24 hours ago
Fox ESS launches high-voltage battery-inverter solution for C&I solar
Fox ESS’s Power Beast platform integrates H3 Plus hybrid inverters with CQ7 high-voltage battery stacks, featuring LFP chemistry, IP65 protection, up to 98.5% inverter efficiency, and more than 95% battery round-trip efficiency. The system supports PV arrays of up to 250 kW, includes three independent battery inputs, and provides EPS backup with transfer times of less than 10 ms.
Jul 23, 2026
Enervenue unveils 150 kWh nickel-hydrogen battery
US-based EnerVenue has launched its Energy Rack, a 150 kWh plug-and-play DC storage system using NASA-derived Aqueous Metal Cell technology. The company claims the metal-hydrogen battery platform offers up to 30,000 cycles, reduced thermal management requirements, and a 30-year design life for utility-scale applications.
Jul 23, 2026
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The Iberian BESS paradox
On a Monday in April 2025, 60 million people across Spain and Portugal lost power. The blackout was no minor technical accident, and it exposed the Achilles’ heel of the Iberian energy transition. The system collapsed because it lacked sufficient storage, because synchronous generators were being displaced, and because the interconnection with France remains a bottleneck.
5 hours ago
The geopolitics of solar manufacturing and how India can build a China-alternative supply chain
India has already demonstrated that well-designed policies can rapidly expand module and cell manufacturing. The next challenge is considerably more ambitious: building a fully integrated solar manufacturing ecosystem that extends from polysilicon to finished modules. Success will require sustained policy support, patient capital, technology partnerships, infrastructure development, and a long-term industrial vision.
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Array Technologies announces $203 million AWM acquisition and new 60 degree solar tracker
Array Technologies announced a definitive agreement to acquire Affordable Wire Management for up to $203 million alongside the launch of a 60-degree DuraTrack tracker variant engineered for hail mitigation in moderate-risk solar markets.
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Hybrid PPAs see growing adoption in Europe despite a 24% premium over solar PPAs
Hybrid PPAs are gaining traction across Europe as developers pair solar projects with battery storage to counter price volatility and negative electricity prices. Although priced 24% higher than solar-only PPAs, hybrid contracts offer greater revenue potential and are becoming increasingly attractive to corporate buyers.
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Holistic approach wins for agrivoltaics
There is growing interest across many regions in integrating solar installations into land already being used for agriculture. Lessons learned from early projects in both livestock and crop farming are stacking up. While best practices are emerging, it’s clear that each project requires an individual approach. pv magazine spoke with Jake Morin, chief product officer at Nextpower, about the state of the art in agrivoltaics.
Jul 17, 2026
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Texxecure launches rating system for assessing PV project quality and technical risks
Texxecure has launched a standardized rating system for photovoltaic projects, assessing technical risks from components and processes to final installation. The AAA-to-D scale aims to provide investors, banks, insurers, and developers with a transparent benchmark for PV asset quality.
3 hours ago
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To sell solar, sell the family, support the champion, and mind the timing
Research suggests that a strong predictor of a household going solar is engagement among the family. Solar salespeople should identify and support the “solar champion” as the family works through the details of understanding the new product, found the study.
Jul 22, 2026
Dutch student team develops solar-powered ambulance
A student team at the Eindhoven University of Technology has developed what it says is the world’s first solar-powered ambulance, designed to deliver healthcare services to remote communities. The vehicle combines a 50 kWh battery with 542 solar cells, offering a claimed range of up to 715 km on paved roads while powering onboard medical equipment.
Jul 22, 2026
Phase-change material cooling for PV-powered e-bike charging
Researchers in Indonesia developed a nano-enhanced phase-change material cooling approach for PV-powered electric bicycle charging stations, combining meta-analysis, experimental testing, and artificial neural network forecasting.
Jul 22, 2026
EDF study finds elevated agrivoltaics provide superior plant protection
The study demonstrated that elevated PV configurations can mitigate frost and heat stress, whereas vertical PV configurations can improve wind protection, highlighting the importance of balancing crop resilience and electricity production.
Jul 22, 2026
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Topband showcases Ecosolex energy storage solutions at ees Europe 2026
At ees Europe 2026 in Munich, Topband presented Ecosolex, its dedicated brand for battery energy storage and smart energy management, together with C&I and residential energy storage solutions.
Jul 22, 2026
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GoodWe showcases residential, C&I, and utility-scale energy solutions at The smarter E 2026
The company has expanded its portfolio to provide comprehensive energy solutions, including a smart home energy management system that tracks all devices under one platform.
Jul 22, 2026
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POWEROAD builds eco-partnerships to strengthen its presence in European market
In addition to existing operational and warehouse facilities in Belgium and the Netherlands, the company plans to build an R&D center and production facility in Europe to further expand its regional capabilities and support future growth.
Jul 21, 2026
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Envision Energy showcases next-generation energy storage solutions at The smarter E 2026
Featuring innovations for AIDC, full-stack hybrid solutions, and grid-forming long-duration energy storage, the company shared its strategy to further strengthen its presence across Europe, including Eastern Europe and the Nordic region.
Jul 20, 2026
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