Dow releases new silicone gel for high voltage PV
The company said that its Dowsil EG-4175 Silicone Gel resists temperatures of up to 180 C in next-generation IGBT modules used in inverters.
Bluetti, EcoFlow, Jackery debut new battery systems at RE+ 2025
Three battery manufacturing companies unveiled new products at RE+, North America’s largest solar and energy storage conference.
California risks losing major virtual power plant program as funds dry up
California’s flagship virtual power plant program faces shutdown as funding dries up and state leaders delay decisions.
Beyond the warranty: From reactive to proactive BESS operations
This webinar will explore how and why relying on basic warranty protection in the battery energy storage system (BESS) sector is too limited, and how smart operators are moving towards monitoring while implementing smart analysis and mitigation strategies to save on costs and improve revenue.
California orders utilities to offer dynamic power pricing
California regulators have ordered the state’s top utilities to offer dynamic electricity pricing, which the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) said will cut renewable curtailment and lower costs.
Uncovering attitudes towards agrivoltaics via community engagement
An American research group has conducted a pilot workshop for agrivoltaics stakeholders in Arizona, including farmers, developers, government officials and indigenous leaders. A reflection paper offers some key takeaways for future public participation.
US studies show 2050 cost forecasts for solar, wind and batteries far too high
For years, US solar insiders have watched cost forecasts miss the mark. Now, new research confirms what industry trends already made clear by 2023: most 2050 projections for solar, wind, and batteries weren’t even in the same ballpark.
US authorities warn of hidden radios in PV-powered highway infrastructure
The US Federal Highway Administration (FHA) has warned that cellular radios have been found in unspecified foreign-made inverters and batteries used in PV highway infrastructure, according to Reuters. pv magazine speaks with cybersecurity expert Uri Sadot about the risks.
Mitigating risk in solar projects: The power of a reliable bill of materials
This webinar will explore how specific material shortcomings contribute to failure mechanisms and why thoughtful material selection is vital to achieving efficient, long-lasting PV modules.
Canadian startup launches residential heat pump with 24/7 monitoring
Jetson said its new heat pump system has a coefficient of performance of up to 4.1 and an energy efficiency rating of up to 11.7. The new product integrates air quality sensors, an energy monitor, and a “smart” thermostat.
