Sungrow debuts 2.5 kW microinverter
The Chinese company said its new microinverter supports four independent MPPT inputs with DC input currents up to 18 A.
Euronergy launches new lightweight PV module series
The Dutch company said the new products have a power output ranging from 410 W to 430 W in power and an efficiency of up to 22.2%. The panels reportedly weigh 30% less than conventional counterparts.
California asked to fine utilities $10 million for rooftop solar obstruction
A formal complaint was filed by the California Solar and Storage Association against electric utilities that are accused of routinely ignoring grid connection application timelines.
France to cut VAT to 5.5% for residential solar under 9 kW from October
France will cut value-added tax (VAT) to 5.5% on residential PV systems up to 9 kW starting in October 2025.
Skyworth launches new residential inverters
The Chinese electronics manufacturer said its new single-phase inverters have a maximum efficiency of 97.9% and a European efficiency rating of 97.2%.
SolaX presents balcony storage system
Chinese manufacturer SolaX Power has unveiled its Balcony X-MS 2000, a lithium-phosphate battery storage system for residential microgeneration supporting up to 2,400 W of solar input.
Spain’s rooftop PV segment up 11% in Q2
Spain’s rooftop PV installations rose 11% in the second quarter after falling 17% in the first three months of the year, but overall rates remain below 2024 levels, according to Unión Española Fotovoltaica (UNEF).
Solyco unveils 480 W back-contact solar panel
Germany’s Solyco has developed a 480 W back-contact solar module with 23.8% efficiency and a temperature coefficient of -0.26% per degree Celsius.
Micoe showcases residential PV water heaters
The Chinese company said its new PV-driven water heaters are combinable with grid electricity to ensure continuous domestic hot water supply. The new products rely on MPPT controllers and a digital control panel featuring programmable temperature settings and timer functions.
Photovoltaic roofing for airport access roads
The German state of Bavaria has commissioned a €4.2 million ($4.9 million) photovoltaic system along a 35-meter stretch of airport access road near Munich.
