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Markets & Policy
Mauritius tenders 220 MW of solar and storage via new ‘e-Marketplace’ Mauritius has published tenders for solar plus storage projects totalling 220 MW. The tender is launched on a new E-Marketplace created by the International Solar Alliance, which aims to improve bankability and access to finance for projects in small island developing states (SIDS).
Mark Hutchins
Jun 04, 2026
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Technology & Products
Nextpower files patent lawsuit against Gamechange In a lawsuit filed in the US District Court of Delaware, Nextpower alleges that Gamechange Energy has infringed on three of its patents related to tracker technology and software. Gamechange has denied the infringements and says it plans to mount a full defense. 
Mark Hutchins
Jun 02, 2026
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The backbone of resilient power Lyren Liu, Chief Commercial Officer, Fox ESS, shares his view on the next stage of the energy transition and the growing role for energy storage.
Mark Hutchins
May 11, 2026
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Container ships and gas platforms at Ras Laffan.
Asia speeds up solar Airstrikes by US and Israeli forces hit targets in Iran on Feb. 27, 2026. The ensuing conflict has brought about the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and damage to major fossil fuel production sites across the Gulf region – kicking off what is still unfolding as the most significant supply shock the world’s energy system has seen yet. pv magazine looks at the impacts already playing out across Asia, where many countries rely heavily on fuels transported through the Strait.
Mark Hutchins
May 11, 2026
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Adapt to thrive Mark Hutchins introduces the May 2026 issue of pv magazine, which focuses on the implications of the latest fossil fuels energy crisis and how a shift in Chinese energy policy has left solar more exposed to market forces.
Mark Hutchins
May 11, 2026
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Powering up perovskites Perovskite solar devices continue to move closer to large-scale manufacturing in 2026, with encouraging results from outdoor testing and megawatt-scale pilot lines. pv magazine spoke with Yang Chen, director of overseas business development at Chinese perovskite startup Microquanta, about the direction and prospects for perovskite PV in 2026.
Mark Hutchins
May 11, 2026
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Polysilicon furnaces - large silver silos inside a factory room.
Markets & Policy
Inside PV Manufacturing: United Solar’s polysilicon factory in Oman In the first article of a new series on solar manufacturing facilities around the world, pv magazine presents the polysilicon facility of United Solar in Oman. The plant has a production capacity of 100,000 metric tons per year and is currently the largest of its kind outside China.
Mark Hutchins
Apr 21, 2026
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A grid substation under construction in Germany.
Markets & Policy
Blackstone and Sunotec enter €250 million partnership Investment firm Blackstone has announced plans for a partnership with solar and storage project developer Sunotec, via a €250 million ($292.4 million) structured equity investment. The investment will support Sunotec’s project plans in Europe, as well as the company’s expansion into new areas including building grid infrastructure.
Mark Hutchins
Apr 08, 2026
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Kiwa PVEL UV test chamber
Module quality on the edge Module manufacturers have struggled for more than two years with oversupply and prices often falling below production cost. Cost-cutting measures – such as reduced encapsulant thickness, thinner glass and thinner frames – can have widespread impacts on initial module quality and long-term performance. Recent test results for commercial products are raising concern.
Mark Hutchins
Apr 02, 2026