Corrosion-free bromine flow battery promises longer life and higher energy density
A new two-electron bromine chemistry sharply cuts corrosion while boosting performance, opening a clearer path for zinc–bromine flow batteries at grid scale.
Rising silver prices drive China’s Longi shift to copper-metallized solar cells
China’s Longi says it will begin mass production of base-metal PV modules in the second quarter of 2026 as rising silver prices intensify pressure to reduce metallization costs.
Mibet releases mounting system for flat-roof PV installations
The Chinese company said its novel Z-type mounting supports installation angles of 5°, 10°, and 15° and withstands wind speeds up to 45 m/s. It claims a lifespan of more than 25 years.
New research sheds light on defect regions in perovskite solar films
A Chinese research group has demonstrated an electrical imaging technique using 3D tomographic conductive atomic force microscopy to investigate passivation strategies of perovskite films to improve stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells.
Huawei, Sungrow lead Wood Mackenzie’s inverter market ranking
Wood Mackenzie’s first-half 2025 solar inverter ranking finds the top 10 leading inverter manufacturers have a 71% global market share.
China strengthens intellectual property protection in solar industry
Chinese authorities are planning to implement a series of policy measures to introduce stronger intellectual property protection to the country’s photovoltaic sector. Chinese enterprises are being encouraged to accelerate technological advancements and reserve basic patents for developing technologies.
LiTime launches 320 Ah LiFePO4 battery with 4,096 Wh capacity
Chinese battery maker LiTime has introduced its 12V 320Ah Mini Smart Self-Heating Battery, offering 4,096 Wh of energy capacity and 2,560 W of continuous output power.
JA Solar, Trina Solar tie for top spot in Wood Mackenzie ranking
Wood Mackenzie’s first-half 2025 solar module ranking places JA Solar and Trina Solar jointly at No. 1 and introduces a new “Grade A” benchmark aimed at procurement and project finance decisions.
China solar manufacturer Eging faces potential exit from flagship PV project
A regional government authority in eastern China is weighing whether to unwind a multibillion-yuan manufacturing joint venture with Eging PV after construction delays and funding disruptions, underscoring mounting strain across the country’s solar supply chain.
China wafer leaders lift quotes as 2026 module prices may hit CNY 1/W
China’s top wafer makers raised prices on key n-type formats, signaling potential module price rises toward CNY 1 ($0.14)/W in 2026 amid efforts to curb loss-making competition.
