Longi reveals details of world’s most efficient silicon solar cell
In a new scientific paper, the Chinese solar manufacturer explained that the 27.81%-efficient hybrid interdigitated back-contact cell it unveiled in April is based on passivated tunneling contacts and dielectric passivation layers, while also incorporating both n-type and p-type contacts.
Solar provides predictable income stream for farms
Solar farm leases provide stable, predictable income that helps financially secure family farms and boosts rural tax revenues with minimal land impact, said a report from the SEMA Coalition.
Mauritius warns unauthorized solar systems may be disconnected
The Mauritian Central Electricity Board says the number of unauthorized solar systems connected to its distribution network is increasing. It is calling on citizens with unregistered systems to come forward before Jan. 15, 2026, or risk disconnection.
France agrivoltaics trials show early crop and livestock gains
Data from agrivoltaic canopy trials in France, developed by energy producer TSE and the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (INRAE), indicate measurable temperature, water-balance, and yield effects that reinforce the role of managed agrivoltaics in farm-level climate adaptation.
Paraguay set to host autonomous solar-powered data center
Sollar Machine plans to build a $9 million off-grid data center in Paraguay powered entirely by solar and batteries to deliver high-performance computing services for international clients, with a focus on AI.
Atlas Renewable Energy energizes 201 MW solar park in Colombia
Atlas Renewable Energy says its 201 MW solar project in Ibagué represents the company’s first utility-scale installation in Colombia and is supported by financing from multilateral and local lenders.
France’s first simplified solar tender draws limited developer interest
France’s Ministry for Ecological Transition says a new 100 kW to 500 kW solar procurement round attracted far fewer compliant bids than its available capacity.
Universities are turning solar furniture into campus infrastructure
As universities expand outdoor learning, off-grid solar furniture is emerging as a new class of campus infrastructure.
PVV Infra to set up 1 GW n-type TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in India
PVV Infra Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB) to invest around INR 650 crore (73.4 million) in establishing a 1 GW n-type TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Visakhapatnam.
Phono launches 475 W back-contact solar panel
Chinese manufacturer Phono has launched a new bifacial solar panel in the Australian market featuring an output of 475 W and a power conversion efficiency of 23.27%.
