Atess Power hybrid inverters secure CSA certification
Atess Power, a Chinese PV inverter manufacturer, says that its HPS50-US, HPS100-US, and HPS150-US hybrid inverters recently secured approval from CSA Group.
Enphase releases solar products optimized for NEM 3.0
The solar microinverter and battery energy storage provider released updates to its product suite to maximize returns under the new net metering rates regime in California.
First Solar explores potential of quantum-dot solar modules
In a joint development effort with UbiQD, thin-film solar manufacturer, First Solar, is exploring the potential use of quantum dots in enhancing solar photovoltaics.
The Hydrogen Stream: ITM Power shifts business focus to PEM electrolysis
ITM Power says it has restructured its business to shift its focus from hydrogen refueling to PEM electrolysis tech, while Stahlwerk Thüringen and gas network operator Ferngas have agreed to connect the Unterwellenborn steel mill in Germany to a hydrogen network by 2027.
U.S. startup to produce perovskite glass for tandem modules
Caelux secured series A funding to deploy perovskite glass that can be integrated with existing solar manufacturing processes to boost module efficiency.
Ensuring safety under UL3741
By assembling a panel of experts, to critically examine the risks and drawbacks of non-DC optimized solutions, especially in rooftop applications, webinar’s partner Solaredge demonstrates its commitment to a safer approach to UL3741 compliance. The panel in this pv magazine Webinar will cover topics such as compliance with codes and standards, design considerations, and the risks posed to firefighters and O&M workers when working around rooftop arrays.
Rio Tinto to build large-scale solar project in Canadian Arctic
Australia-based Rio Tinto says it will build a solar plant in Canada’s Northwest Territories to supply electricity to its Diavik Diamond Mine, which is located about 200 km below the Arctic Circle.
Maxeon to build 3 GW TOPCon cell, module plant in New Mexico
Maxeon is set to invest $1 billion in the construction of a 3 GW TOPCon cell and module plant in the United States.
US developer secures $779 million for massive 800 MW solar project in Illinois
Swift Current Energy has secured $779 million in financing for an 800 MW solar project in Illinois – the second-largest PV installation in the nation.
US community solar to exceed 6 GW in 2023
Following a suppressed 2022, US community solar is expected to have an upward trajectory, boosted by new state laws, the implementation of billions in grant money from the Inflation Reduction Act, and the smoothing of bumps in the supply chain.
