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Technology & Products
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.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 23, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Taiwanese manufacturers plan 1 GW solar module factory in the United States Taiwanese solar manufacturers Sino-American Silicon (SAS) and United Renewable Energy (URE) plan to build a 1 GW TOPCon module factory in the United States, with an estimated investment of TWD 1.5 billion ($40 million).
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 22, 2026
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Research & Development
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.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 22, 2026
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Technology & Products
Lians showcases 565 W heterojunction solar module with multi-cut shingled design The Chinese PV manufacturer has launched the Venus Pro, a dual-glass HJT module featuring multi-cut shingled cells, 0BB architecture and 210 mm wafer-based cell strips. The rooftop module is available in 530 W to 565 W versions, with efficiencies of up to 24.61% and a 30-year linear power warranty.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 22, 2026
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Technology & Products
Sineng Electric launches 510 kW high-power string inverter for utility-scale solar Sineng Electric’s SP-510K-H is a 510 kW high-power string inverter for utility-scale solar projects, featuring 1,650 V DC input, 1,000 V AC output, six MPPTs, and support for DC/AC ratios up to 1.8. The inverter delivers up to 99.0% efficiency, grid-forming capability for weak grids, AI-based O&M functions, and operation at altitudes up to 4,000 m.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 22, 2026
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Technology & Products
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.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 21, 2026
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Technology & Products
Solyco releases 500 W full-black back contact solar module with 24.5% efficiency Solyco has launched its full-black Design R-BG 108nBC.7 module series, featuring n-type back-contact glass-glass technology, up to 500 W output, 24.5% efficiency, and a 30-year warranty for premium rooftop solar applications.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 20, 2026
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Technology & Products
Fraunhofer CSP develops ultrathin glass-glass PV modules strengthened by special coating A new glass coating technology developed by Exxosqel and Fraunhofer CSP could enable thinner, lighter PV modules by improving glass strength and reducing material use.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 20, 2026
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Markets & Policy
China imposes new consumption tax on PV cells, batteries amid industry consolidation push Combined with stricter energy efficiency standards, the new measure signal Beijing’s push to reduce overcapacity, promote advanced technologies, and favor more competitive, higher-efficiency producers across the solar value chain.
Emiliano Bellini
Jul 17, 2026