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Global solar additions to hit 310 GW in 2024, says IEA The International Energy Agency (IEA) said in a new report that solar will remain the main source of global renewable capacity expansion in 2023, accounting for 286 GW. In 2024, the figure is set to grow to almost 310 GW, driven by lower module prices, greater uptake of distributed PV systems, and a policy push for large-scale deployment.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 05, 2023
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Maxeon claims 24.7% efficiency for IBC solar panel Maxeon said it has achieved a 24.7% efficiency rating for a full-scale Maxeon 7 solar panel using its IBC technology. The US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) confirmed the result.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 02, 2023
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Solarge launches lightweight PERC modules with low carbon footprint Dutch solar manufacturer Solarge has unveiled two versions of its lightweight mono-PERC solar panels for rooftop applications. The module have power outputs between 470 W and 520 W and efficiencies ranging from 17.4% to 19.2%.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 02, 2023
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Mitsubishi to deploy heat pumps, solar, storage in remote island project Mitsubishi Electric has launched a demonstration experiment to assess the efficiency of heat pumps in demand-response control on the Aran Islands in Ireland and San Pietro Island in Italy. As part of the European Union’s REACT project, solar, wind, and storage solutions will also be implemented to enhance the energy self-sufficiency of isolated islands.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 02, 2023
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PV Cycle recommends excluding PV panels from WEEE directive PV Cycle has published a position paper stating that PV panels do not fit with the European Union’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive. It is calling for the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation for all renewable energy products and equipment in the European Union.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 02, 2023
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Hamburg to deploy large-scale heat pumps in wastewater heat project Johnson Controls says it will supply four 15 MW heat pumps to the district heating network, in Hamburg, Germany. The new system will be equipped in the city’s central wastewater treatment plant as part of a wastewater heat project.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 01, 2023
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Deye unveils high-voltage hybrid inverters for rooftop PV applications Deye’s new three-phase hybrid inverters have efficiency ratings of up to 97.60% and European efficiency ratings of 97.0%. They are available in five versions, with power outputs ranging from 29.9 kW to 50 kW.
Beatriz Santos
Jun 01, 2023
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Solar, wind covered Belgium’s entire electricity demand for the first time Belgian grid operator Elia announced that solar and wind generation provided enough electricity to cover the country’s entire electricity demand for the first time this Monday.
Beatriz Santos
May 31, 2023
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African Development Bank seeking consultants for PV manufacturing study The African Development Bank (AfDB) has launched an expression of interest for a consulting study on solar manufacturing in the Desert to Power Sahel countries. Interested parties have until June 7 to submit their bids.
Beatriz Santos
May 31, 2023
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