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Ouvrir dans le navigateur →The race for space solar
The space economy could be worth as much at $2 trillion by 2040 – according to a recent report by professional services provider PwC. The cisLunar orbit, between the earth and the moon, is particularly promising. But all of it requires power and, as it has for decades, that means PV – and both the technology and supplier landscape for orbital solar is diversifying. Eternal Sun | WAVELABS‘ Pepijn Veling reports from a series of events the company has attended across the country, on what is a fast-evolving technology and business landscape. The post The race for space solar appeared first on pv magazine Global .
U.S. DOE seeks ‘mass, radiation tolerance, and durability’ in space solar cell manufacturing
Pursuing "space superiority" and critical supply chain risk mitigation, the DOE is providing grants seven to eleven research projects to advance space solar cell technologies, from III-V cells to standard terrestrial silicon and perovskites. The post U.S. DOE seeks ‘mass, radiation tolerance, and durability’ in space solar cell manufacturing appeared first on pv magazine Global .
How competitive is BESS for data centers, really?
Volta Foundation’s July 2026 report ‘Where Batteries Can Win in Data Center Applications’ shows the two areas where battery energy storage systems (BESS) are winning, four where it is competing and two areas where it’s losing out to other technologies in the data center market. The post How competitive is BESS for data centers, really? appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Section 232 and US module prices
As the dust settles from the Aug. 6 announcement of tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon and its derivatives, Jesse Pichel and Lev Seleznov of Roth Capital Partners explain the impact the long-awaited decision is expected to have on US module pricing and what it might mean for investment in US manufacturing. The post Section 232 and US module prices appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Latvenergo expands Baltic battery storage, solar push alongside wind deals
Latvenergo is folding solar and battery assets into a broader wind-acquisition drive as part of its push to diversify Baltic power generation and strengthen regional energy security. The post Latvenergo expands Baltic battery storage, solar push alongside wind deals appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Lebanon issues new provisions for solar up to 1.5 MW
Lebanon has introduced new permitting and safety rules for PV systems up to 1.5 MW, establishing municipal oversight and technical requirements for installations. The post Lebanon issues new provisions for solar up to 1.5 MW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Array Technologies triples its U.S. manufacturing footprint
The Albuquerque solar tracker manufacturing facility will employ about 300 people and enable it to bring production in house rather than sourcing components from other suppliers. The post Array Technologies triples its U.S. manufacturing footprint appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Solarize Africa: The case of Madagascar
Madagascar’s diesel-dependent power system faces high costs and chronic blackouts, making solar PV and battery storage an increasingly attractive route to reliable, affordable electrification. Five solar-diesel hybrid projects demonstrate that PV can significantly reduce fuel consumption and electricity prices, offering a scalable model for Madagascar and wider sub-Saharan Africa. The post Solarize Africa: The case of Madagascar appeared first on pv magazine Global .
‘I make a point of thanking people for asking critical questions and disagreeing openly’
This week, Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Hanna König, Head of Division Project Execution, at Germany's Enertrag SE. She says the most important element of an inclusive organisational culture is ensuring that everyone feels safe to contribute ideas and opinions, particularly when they disagree with the majority or with people in more senior positions. The post ‘I make a point of thanking people for asking critical questions and disagreeing openly’ appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Sunny north and cloudy south as Super El Niño defines South American winter
In a new weekly update for pv magazine , Solcast, a DNV company, reports that Super El Niño drove a sharp north–south irradiance divide across South America in winter 2026, with sunnier conditions in the north and persistent cloud reducing solar irradiance across much of the south. Two rare August snowstorms in Chile’s Atacama Desert also caused likely snow-related losses for solar PV assets, alongside severe rainfall, flooding, and mudslides. The post Sunny north and cloudy south as Super El Niño defines South American winter appeared first on pv magazine Global .
South Korea forecast to add 3.5 GW of solar in 2026
The Export–Import Bank of Korea says the country is on track to add more this solar this year than last year, as the Korean government works on developing a distributed power grid that facilitates greater integration of distributed energy resources. The post South Korea forecast to add 3.5 GW of solar in 2026 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Tongwei clears antitrust hurdle for acquisition of polysilicon competitor Qinghai Lihao
In other news, Longi said its operating conditions are expected to improve after a CNY 3.68 billion ($542 million) first-half loss, while GCL SI and Ant Digital Technologies agreed to develop an AI-enabled carbon-management platform. JinkoSolar, meanwhile, proposed renaming its overseas parent Jinko Holdings Limited as it expands beyond solar manufacturing into strategic investments. The post Chinese PV Industry Brief: Tongwei clears antitrust hurdle for acquisition of polysilicon competitor Qinghai Lihao appeared first on pv magazine Global .
The Hydrogen Stream: AEM electrolysis could deliver hydrogen at $3.27/kg, say Repsol, P2HP
Power to Hydrogen (P2H2) and Repsol completed a 1,250-hour pilot of P2H2’s hybrid AEM electrolyzer technology, demonstrating operation at 40% to 100% load, pressures up to 30 bar and hydrogen purity of up to 99.9%. P2H2 projects an LCOH of €3.86 ($4.47)/kg, potentially falling to €2.82/kg under optimized renewable energy conditions, and the companies are considering a 500 kW-to-MW-scale demonstration. The post The Hydrogen Stream: AEM electrolysis could deliver hydrogen at $3.27/kg, say Repsol, P2HP appeared first on pv magazine Global .
China wafer prices fall as August rally fades, polysilicon outlook remains uncertain
In a new weekly update for pv magazine , OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry. The post China wafer prices fall as August rally fades, polysilicon outlook remains uncertain appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Midsummer, Indonesian firm sign deal for CIGS thin-film solar manufacturing plant
Midsummer's minority stake in a new Indonesian joint venture marks its second copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) manufacturing partnership abroad, following a similar equipment-and-know-how deal in Colombia and a decision to shelve its own planned Swedish factory. The post Midsummer, Indonesian firm sign deal for CIGS thin-film solar manufacturing plant appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Romania allocates €650 million for solar, storage at public buildings
New subsidy schemes in Romania will cover up to 100% of the costs associated with installing solar-plus-storage at public institutions, or with adding storage to existing PV installations. Calls for proposals open tomorrow. The post Romania allocates €650 million for solar, storage at public buildings appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Japan’s Idemitsu sets up U.S. lab for space-grade CIGS solar cells
The Japanese oil refiner says its development laboratory in South Carolina will conduct prototypes of space-grade copper indium gallium-selenide solar cells as it works toward commercialising the technology. The post Japan’s Idemitsu sets up U.S. lab for space-grade CIGS solar cells appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Merchant BESS switched on at operational solar site in Romania
Econergy has launched commercial operations at its 70 MW/141 MWh Părău 1 battery project in Romania, paired with an existing 92 MW solar plant to create a 162 MW hybrid site. The fully merchant BESS can charge from the grid during low or negative prices, with Econergy expecting €9.7 million in storage revenue. The post Merchant BESS switched on at operational solar site in Romania appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Suriname tenders solar-storage minigrids
A tender is open in Suriname for the design, supply and installation of solar-storage minigrids and water infrastructure for rural communities across the country. The deadline for bids is October 30. The post Suriname tenders solar-storage minigrids appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Two-step process turns end-of-life PV backsheets into supercapacitor electrodes
Chinese researchers have developed a two-step process to recycle waste TPT solar backsheets into hierarchical porous carbon for supercapacitor electrodes. The resulting material achieved a specific capacitance of 469 F/g and retained 92.4% of its initial capacitance after 10,000 cycles. The post Two-step process turns end-of-life PV backsheets into supercapacitor electrodes appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Longi, Soochow University unveil 34.0% perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell based on dual-anchored interfacial design
Soochow University and Longi researchers developed a ZrO₂ interfacial strategy that reduces recombination and leakage while improving charge extraction in perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells. The resulting device achieved 2.014 V open-circuit voltage and retained 84% of its initial efficiency after 2,000 hours. The post Longi, Soochow University unveil 34.0% perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell based on dual-anchored interfacial design appeared first on pv magazine Global .
South Korea sets up committee to rebuild domestic solar manufacturing
The South Korean government has launched a committee to rebuild the country's domestic solar supply chain and push next-generation cell technology, as Chinese manufacturers continue to gain ground in its home market. The post South Korea sets up committee to rebuild domestic solar manufacturing appeared first on pv magazine Global .
WattPower introduces 506 kW grid-forming inverter for utility-scale solar
WattPower says its 506KTL inverter has a maximum efficiency of 99.1% and a European efficiency of 98.8%. The post WattPower introduces 506 kW grid-forming inverter for utility-scale solar appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Thailand paves the way for 10 GW of rooftop solar
Thailand’s new Power Development Plan targets 50% clean energy within 10 years and another 10 GW of rooftop solar. The post Thailand paves the way for 10 GW of rooftop solar appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Suniva raises $835 million to drive 4.5 GW in new solar cell capacity
The domestic solar cell manufacturer is building a new $600 million facility in Laurens County, South Carolina, with a planned opening in late 2027 and an expected 564 manufacturing jobs at full capacity. The post Suniva raises $835 million to drive 4.5 GW in new solar cell capacity appeared first on pv magazine Global .
New electrode design increases battery energy density by up to 15%
Fraunhofer ISE and its partners have developed thicker electrodes that could increase battery cell energy density by 10% to 15% without adding weight. The PFAS-free, solvent-free concept has been demonstrated in lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and zinc-ion cells and is designed for cost-effective mass production. The post New electrode design increases battery energy density by up to 15% appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Africa’s solar panel manufacturing capacity to reach 3.5 GW this year
Report from Ember and Africa Tech Futures Lab says solar panel manufacturing output will reach around 3.5 GW in 2026, led by new plants in Egypt and Tanzania that are geared predominantly towards US export. The post Africa’s solar panel manufacturing capacity to reach 3.5 GW this year appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Sungrow turns to Samsung SDI battery cells to sustain its energy storage business
ungrow plans to procure Samsung SDI battery cells for its energy storage systems, primarily to support continued deliveries to the U.S. market amid tightening restrictions on China-linked supply chains. The potential three-year, multi-GWh LFP deal could leverage Samsung SDI’s expanding U.S. production footprint, although procurement volumes, manufacturing locations and commercial terms remain undisclosed. The post Sungrow turns to Samsung SDI battery cells to sustain its energy storage business appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Switzerland’s largest battery storage facility goes online
Switzerland’s largest battery storage facility has begun operations in Gurtnellen, combining 50 MW and 8.4 MW systems developed by Axpo and Energie Uri. The Fluence-supplied project will support grid flexibility. The post Switzerland’s largest battery storage facility goes online appeared first on pv magazine Global .
From more than 50 GW to under 10 GW: Ukraine doesn’t need its old energy system back
Six air-raid alerts on the first day, backup generators on almost every street corner, and discussions about the rapid reconstruction of severely damaged energy infrastructure: my trip to Kyiv and Lviv showed me why decentralized solar and energy storage are far more than climate technologies for Ukraine. They are part of the country’s security architecture. They also underscore why German solar companies should be engaging with Ukraine today. The post From more than 50 GW to under 10 GW: Ukraine doesn’t need its old energy system back appeared first on pv magazine Global .
EU policymakers look to raise IAA Made in Europe threshold to 50%
The EU's rapporteurs on the proposed Industrial Accelerator Act are also calling for increased EU content in solar panels and for stricter component requirements against circumvention. The post EU policymakers look to raise IAA Made in Europe threshold to 50% appeared first on pv magazine Global .
France’s installed PV capacity hits 34 GW
France connected 3 GW of new solar capacity in the first half of 2026, slightly above the 2.9 GW deployed in the same period of 2025. Large-scale installations above 500 kW accounted for 28% of newly connected capacity, despite representing just 0.3% of new connections. Systems below 9 kW dominated installation numbers, accounting for 78% of new connections but only 8% of added capacity. The post France’s installed PV capacity hits 34 GW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Italian solar redrew the day, but gas still sets the price
Solar growth softened Italy’s midday power squeeze in summer 2026, but higher heat-driven demand and weaker hydro and wind left gas to cover most of the 7.9 TWh supply gap. The result was a sharper evening exposure: gas generation surged, prices rose most after sunset, and solar-heavy southern zones increasingly faced midday oversupply and weaker capture rates. The post Italian solar redrew the day, but gas still sets the price appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Sodium-ion storage powers fully off-grid solar home in Germany
A homeowner in Augsburg has paired 270 kWh of BIWATT sodium-ion storage with 49 kWp of solar, creating a fully off-grid household energy system with local distributor SALZSTROM providing the solution. The post Sodium-ion storage powers fully off-grid solar home in Germany appeared first on pv magazine Global .
EU deploys 33.8 GW of solar in H1
SolarPower Europe expects the EU to install 68.1 GW of solar capacity in 2026, just 2.1% below the record 69.6 GW added in 2025. The outlook has improved since December, but policy uncertainty, reduced support and grid constraints continue to pose risks to growth. The post EU deploys 33.8 GW of solar in H1 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
France seeks recyclers for CdTe, CIGS solar modules
Soren is seeking companies to develop thin-film PV module recycling solutions in France for CdTe and CIGS technologies, with proposals due Oct. 21, 2026. The selected solution will prioritize a 1,300-tonne batch of CdTe modules as recycling volumes are projected to rise sharply through 2037. The post France seeks recyclers for CdTe, CIGS solar modules appeared first on pv magazine Global .
UK grid connections reform mishandled, regulator finds
Reform of Great Britain’s grid connections queue missed deadlines and was marred by inaccurate offers, poor developer engagement and digitalization issues, according to Ofgem. The regulator nevertheless found NESO delivered a “good performance” overall, meeting or exceeding expectations in seven of eight performance obligations. The post UK grid connections reform mishandled, regulator finds appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Solarworld, Rays Power plan 2.4 GW solar cell factory in India
Solarworld Energy Solutions and Rays Power Infra have formed a 50:50 joint venture to build a 2.4 GW n-type TOPCon solar cell factory in Madhya Pradesh, India. The $105.5 million facility is expected to begin commercial production in June 2027. The post Solarworld, Rays Power plan 2.4 GW solar cell factory in India appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Togo kicks off solar tender
Togo is tendering a solar project to be built in the northern part of its capital, Lomé. The planned capacity of the plant has not been disclosed. The deadline for prequalification is September 15. The post Togo kicks off solar tender appeared first on pv magazine Global .
South Korea to expand renewable monitoring mandate to 20 kW
The South Korean government says it will require far smaller solar, wind and fuel-cell installations to carry real-time monitoring and remote-control capability from 2027, easing the switch to commercial mobile networks along the way. The post South Korea to expand renewable monitoring mandate to 20 kW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
HiNa Battery scales Korean sodium-ion partnership from 15 MWh to 10 GWh
HiNa Battery signed a five-year deal to supply South Korea’s Volta with 10 GWh of sodium-ion batteries, expanding an earlier 15 MWh storage partnership. The agreement highlights sodium-ion technology’s shift toward GWh-scale energy storage deployments, though LFP batteries remain dominant in the market. The post HiNa Battery scales Korean sodium-ion partnership from 15 MWh to 10 GWh appeared first on pv magazine Global .
North Macedonia’s BESS market begins to develop
Analysis from Solar Macedonia says both standalone and co-located battery projects are beginning to materialise, while recent drought conditions have been favorable to the economic viability of solar projects. The post North Macedonia’s BESS market begins to develop appeared first on pv magazine Global .
‘It looks like there could be an undersupply of the highest efficiency’
Alastair Mounsey, VP for Europe discusses JA's solar moduel module strategy, why quality matters, and the growing role of energy storage in the business. The post ‘It looks like there could be an undersupply of the highest efficiency’ appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Yemen’s largest solar plant set to double to 240 MW
Yemen is expanding its largest solar power plant in Aden from 120 MW to 240 MW with UAE funding, while plans for a separate 50 MW project in Hadhramaut are also advancing. The projects form part of a growing pipeline of utility-scale solar developments across the country. The post Yemen’s largest solar plant set to double to 240 MW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Italy deploys 2.61 GW of solar in H1
Italy added 2.9 GW of renewable energy capacity in the first half of 2026, with solar accounting for 2.6 GW. Cumulative PV capacity reached approximately 46.8 GW at the end of June. The post Italy deploys 2.61 GW of solar in H1 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Nigeria tenders 100 MW solar project
A tender is open in Nigeria advertising the construction and installation of a 100 MW solar project to be built in the country’s central Niger state. The deadline for prequalification is October 13. The post Nigeria tenders 100 MW solar project appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Latvia expands residential solar and battery rebate scheme
Latvia has expanded its €85 million household renewable energy support program, raising grants for eligible households and increasing the minimum supported battery capacity from 5 kWh to 10 kWh. The scheme had supported 15,700 projects as of May 2026, including more than 14,000 applications for solar PV and over 2,000 for battery storage. The post Latvia expands residential solar and battery rebate scheme appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Vietnam lays early policy groundwork to aggregate rooftop PV, storage, and EVs into VPPs
Vietnam is preparing to transition its power system beyond basic Time-of-Use (TOU) tariffs and industrial demand response programs toward virtual power plants (VPPs). The post Vietnam lays early policy groundwork to aggregate rooftop PV, storage, and EVs into VPPs appeared first on pv magazine Global .
India tenders 700 MW of solar capacity for C&I offtake
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has launched a tender for 700 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar PV projects in special economic zones (SEZs) or areas designated as export-oriented units (EOUs) in India, with the electricity earmarked for a commercial and industrial (C&I) consumer in Odisha. The post India tenders 700 MW of solar capacity for C&I offtake appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Serbian utility looks to acquire, jointly develop renewable energy projects
The call to acquire or jointly develop renewable energy projects includes solar PV plants larger than 50 MW that can be connected to Serbia's transmission system. The post Serbian utility looks to acquire, jointly develop renewable energy projects appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Zambia’s PV capacity tops 841 MW
Zambia’s installed solar PV capacity has surged from 88 MW in 2021 to approximately 841 MW in 2026, including around 584 MW of identified utility-scale projects and 30 MW under net metering. The post Zambia’s PV capacity tops 841 MW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Europe’s PV waste could yield up to 63 GW of new solar capacity
Recovering silicon from Europe's end-of-life solar panels won't meaningfully cut import reliance unless the region's ingot and wafer manufacturing base grows to absorb it, a SINTEF Industry researcher tells pv magazine. The post Europe’s PV waste could yield up to 63 GW of new solar capacity appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Uzbekistan has now 2.5 GW of solar under net metering
Uzbekistan added 509.7 MW of PV capacity under its Solar House net metering scheme in the first eight months of 2026. The post Uzbekistan has now 2.5 GW of solar under net metering appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Mongolia completes first renewable energy auction
The auction procured 220 MW of solar and 135 MW/440 MWh of battery energy storage across five projects. A second auction, covering renewable energy projects with a stabilisation solution in Mongolia’s Gobi region, is scheduled to take place on September 11. The post Mongolia completes first renewable energy auction appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Ireland’s leap of faith to power data centers
Under Ireland’s Large Energy User Action Plan (LEAP), 10 MW-plus data centers must provide at least 80% of their energy demand through new onsite renewable energy generation and storage. But whether data centers can meaningfully contribute to Ireland’s decarbonization depends on the success of its grid buildout, reports Blathnaid O’Dea. The post Ireland’s leap of faith to power data centers appeared first on pv magazine Global .
South Korea to double 2027 budget for farm solar, agrivoltaics
South Korea plans to double government funding for factory rooftop solar and agrivoltaics to KRW 1.8 trillion ($1.3 billion) in 2027, as a new law regulating dual-use solar on farmland takes effect in December. The post South Korea to double 2027 budget for farm solar, agrivoltaics appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Solar’s infrastructure obstacle
During the development of a recent utility-scale project in Texas’ ERCOT grid interconnection zone, Levona Renewables CEO Fernando Queiroz found his team spending more time evaluating transmission infrastructure, interconnection requirements, equipment availability, and utility procurement processes than discussing solar modules – a striking realization affecting project developers in the United States and beyond. The post Solar’s infrastructure obstacle appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Why agrivoltaics have yet to take off in Switzerland
Agrivoltaics account for virtually none of Switzerland’s installed solar capacity, despite having the potential to generate far more electricity than the country currently consumes. A new ZHAW report identifies legal and administrative hurdles as key barriers and calls for regulatory reform, greater investment certainty, and lessons from neighboring markets. The post Why agrivoltaics have yet to take off in Switzerland appeared first on pv magazine Global .
The Hydrogen Stream: Posco, BHP advance hydrogen reduction ironmaking technology
In other news, the Valencian government approved €76 million for BP-led renewable hydrogen and sustainable biofuel projects, while NaTran and Creos Deutschland started construction of the German section of the cross-border mosaHYc hydrogen network. Meanwhile, Uniper completed the expressions of interest phase for its planned Wilhelmshaven hydrogen import terminal, which could ultimately handle 2.6 million metric tons of ammonia per year. The post The Hydrogen Stream: Posco, BHP advance hydrogen reduction ironmaking technology appeared first on pv magazine Global .
TÜV Rheinland validates 4 kWh generation in Aptera’s solar electric vehicle
Independent third-party testing measured more than 4 kWh of usable solar energy delivered post-conversion to the vehicle’s high-voltage battery. The post TÜV Rheinland validates 4 kWh generation in Aptera’s solar electric vehicle appeared first on pv magazine Global .
A circular future for renewables
Circular economy models encourage the extension of the lifecycle of both wind turbines and solar PV modules and the IEC is planning the appropriate standards. The post A circular future for renewables appeared first on pv magazine Global .
New energy products emerge in Southern Africa’s renewables market
The final article in a series on energy markets in Southern Africa explores how the liberalisation of the region’s electricity markets is bringing a shift from purely selling variable electricity towards products that are tailored to specific customer and system needs. The post New energy products emerge in Southern Africa’s renewables market appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Alpitronic unveils 1 MW EV charging system
Italian charging infrastructure manufacturer Alpitronic has developed a 1 MW distributed DC charging system capable of serving up to eight electric vehicles simultaneously. At a demonstration in Berlin, the system delivered more than 600 kW to the new Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé. The post Alpitronic unveils 1 MW EV charging system appeared first on pv magazine Global .
‘Do not wait until you feel completely ready’
This week, Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Angelica Almi, Head of Legal at Kataclima and co-founder of Italia Rinnovabile. Her message is clear: approach every professional relationship with curiosity, respect and authenticity, turn challenges into strengths, and embrace unexpected opportunities with courage and enthusiasm. The post ‘Do not wait until you feel completely ready’ appeared first on pv magazine Global .
El Niño transition and a subtropical shift reshape Asia’s summer solar resource
In a new weekly update for pv magazine , Solcast, a DNV company, reports that Summer 2026 brought sharply contrasting solar conditions across Asia, as a northward-shifted Western Pacific Subtropical High reduced irradiance in Northeast China while boosting it across central China. Farther south, developing El Niño conditions and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole suppressed cloud across eastern Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, driving irradiance up to 25% above average. The post El Niño transition and a subtropical shift reshape Asia’s summer solar resource appeared first on pv magazine Global .
PV Progress across Latin America
InfoLink’s Jenny Lin shares the latest analysis on the key markets accounting for nearly 80% of Latin America’s total PV capacity as solar continues to grow its share of regional electricity generation. Following years of accelerating deployment, Latin America is entering a new phase – one requiring investment in energy storage and grid infrastructure. The post PV Progress across Latin America appeared first on pv magazine Global .
China’s solar capacity hits 1.28 TW, accounts for 31.5% of total power capacity
China’s cumulative solar capacity reached 1.286 TW at the end of July, overtaking coal for the first time and accounting for around 31.5% of total installed power capacity. The milestone comes as the PV sector faces slowing installations, grid-integration constraints and overcapacity, shifting the focus from rapid deployment to reliable electricity supply. The post China’s solar capacity hits 1.28 TW, accounts for 31.5% of total power capacity appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Solar reaches new power generation highs in Portugal in August
Solar power generation in Portugal reached a record 3.85 GW in August, supported by continued growth in installed PV capacity. Renewables supplied 52% of electricity consumption during the month, while net imports accounted for 36%. The post Solar reaches new power generation highs in Portugal in August appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Scientists turn end-of-life PV silicon into high-value silicon nitride
South Korean researchers have developed a method to upcycle silicon recovered from end-of-life PV modules into high-value silicon nitride (Si₃N₄). The process achieved recycled silicon purity of 99.95% through optimized milling, acid etching, and sedimentation before nitridation. The post Scientists turn end-of-life PV silicon into high-value silicon nitride appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Regulatory hurdles persist in Norway’s battery market
A growing project pipeline and regulatory reviews suggest Norway’s battery market could be reaching a turning point but tariff barriers and limited revenue opportunities currently hold back deployments. The post Regulatory hurdles persist in Norway’s battery market appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Chinese inverter and BESS makers stress compliance as US restrictions widen
Chinese suppliers are emphasizing compliance, limited U.S. exposure and geographic diversification as Washington broadens restrictions on power equipment. The post Chinese inverter and BESS makers stress compliance as US restrictions widen appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Chinese researchers build 27.39%-efficient inverted perovskite solar cell based on new molecular design
Chinese researchers have developed a molecular additive that reduces defects in perovskite solar cells, enabling a power conversion efficiency of 27.39%. The approach was also used in bifacial mini-modules with efficiencies above 22% and 99.6% power retention after more than 5,000 hours of continuous operation. The post Chinese researchers build 27.39%-efficient inverted perovskite solar cell based on new molecular design appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Skyven Technologies’ industrial heat pump achieves COP of 8.0
The milestone builds on the demonstration centre’s coefficient of performance (COP) of 6.5 at the time of commissioning last November. The company told pv magazine the result is particularly important for European manufacturers as they can pay up to four times more for steam than those in the US. The post Skyven Technologies’ industrial heat pump achieves COP of 8.0 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
A closer look at Fred. Olsen 1848’s load-decoupled modular floating PV system for nearshore applications
In an interview with pv magazine, Fred. Olsen 1848 CTO Geir Grimsrud discussed the company’s Brizo floating PV technology, a modular rope-mesh platform designed to withstand harsh nearshore conditions while simplifying installation and maintenance. Grimsrud also outlined the system’s testing and validation with DNV and the company’s plans to move the technology toward commercial deployment and compliance with new floating PV standards. The post A closer look at Fred. Olsen 1848’s load-decoupled modular floating PV system for nearshore applications appeared first on pv magazine Global .
South Korea posts fifth-highest power demand on record
South Korea's market electricity demand reached 95.3 GW on Aug. 7, the fifth-highest level on record, as the government said combined market and behind-the-meter solar generation met about one-quarter of total daytime demand during the heat wave. The post South Korea posts fifth-highest power demand on record appeared first on pv magazine Global .
EU approves German capacity mechanism
The European Commission has approved Germany’s capacity mechanism, clearing the way for up to €35.2 billion in state support for generation, storage and demand-side flexibility. The scheme will use competitive auctions and require new gas-fired power plants to be hydrogen-ready, with climate-neutral operation required by 2045. The post EU approves German capacity mechanism appeared first on pv magazine Global .
What happens to a ready-to-build solar project if a wildfire hits the site?
What happens if a wildfire affects a ready-to-build (RTB) solar project? Can developers recover their financial guarantees if the project becomes unviable? Jochen Beckmann, a lawyer at Rödl Barcelona, analyzes the key legal and administrative implications for pv magazine . The post What happens to a ready-to-build solar project if a wildfire hits the site? appeared first on pv magazine Global .
EU approves €2 billion fund to decarbonize Greek islands
The European Commission and EIB have approved a €2 billion fund to support grid interconnections, renewable energy, storage and electric mobility across Greece’s islands. The program aims to reduce reliance on costly oil-fired generation while strengthening island energy security and accelerating decarbonization. The post EU approves €2 billion fund to decarbonize Greek islands appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Texas Instruments introduces chip-level diagnostics to improve grid-scale battery cell safety
Texas Instruments’ new BQ79826Z-Q1 battery monitor integrates EIS to actively diagnose LFP cell health, improving accuracy over traditional voltage-based BMS monitoring. Its 26-channel design reportedly enhances BESS safety and bankability while reducing system complexity and costs, with commercial systems potentially arriving in 2027. The post Texas Instruments introduces chip-level diagnostics to improve grid-scale battery cell safety appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Batteries key to mini-grid electrification in Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria, Senegal
Research by the International Renewable Energy Agency finds over 397,000 settlements across the four countries could be served by mini-grids with batteries. The post Batteries key to mini-grid electrification in Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria, Senegal appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Hydrostor secures grid connection for 200 MW/1,600 MWh compressed air storage project in Australia
Hydrostor has secured grid connection approval for its 200 MW/1,600 MWh Silver City compressed-air energy storage project in Broken Hill, New South Wales. The eight-hour storage facility will strengthen grid reliability, support renewables, and provide backup power and long-term energy security for the region. The post Hydrostor secures grid connection for 200 MW/1,600 MWh compressed air storage project in Australia appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Solar seasonal storage system achieves 4.1 heat pump COP in greenhouse heating
South Korean researchers have demonstrated a small-scale solar seasonal thermal storage system integrated with heat pumps for greenhouse heating over three years. The system achieved average thermal storage efficiency of 55.1%, while the dual-source heat pump recorded an average COP of 4.1. The post Solar seasonal storage system achieves 4.1 heat pump COP in greenhouse heating appeared first on pv magazine Global .
New materials in the frame
Solar cells, encapsulants, glass, backsheets, and virtually every PV module component have seen rapid changes and improvements over the past 10 years. During that time, module frames have seen relatively little innovation and remain a simple piece of formed aluminum. However, quality concerns, supply chain diversification, domestic content rules, and emissions reduction requirements have frame manufacturers eyeing alternative materials. And while aluminum isn’t going away, suppliers of steel and glass composite frames argue these materials come with various advantages. The post New materials in the frame appeared first on pv magazine Global .
How to reduce abrasion damage to PV module antisoiling coatings during robotic cleaning
Researchers in India found that dust during robotic cleaning can dramatically accelerate the degradation of hydrophobic antisoiling coatings on PV modules. Softer brushes, higher cleaning speeds, optimized cleaning intervals, and appropriate brush rotation can significantly extend coating lifetime. The post How to reduce abrasion damage to PV module antisoiling coatings during robotic cleaning appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Eswatini, Namibia open rooftop solar application portals
The two African nations opened digital platforms for embedded generation applications this week. Eswatini’s covers applications up to 2 MW, while Namibia’s accepts applications up to 500 kW. The post Eswatini, Namibia open rooftop solar application portals appeared first on pv magazine Global .
China restores 2% lithium-ion battery tax after 11-year exemption
China has begun taxing lithium-ion batteries at 2% from Sept. 1, 2026, ending a decade-long exemption; the rate will rise to 4% in September 2027, while emerging technologies such as sodium-ion and solid-state batteries remain temporarily exempt. The tax applies to cells, packs and battery clusters—not complete BESS—and is expected to modestly raise domestic storage costs, while directly exported batteries remain exempt. The post China restores 2% lithium-ion battery tax after 11-year exemption appeared first on pv magazine Global .
World’s largest solar-storage microgrid goes online in Saudi Arabia
The Red Sea multi-utility project in Saudi Arabia has reached full commercial operation, bringing a 358 MWac solar plant and 1.2 GWh battery energy storage system into an isolated utility network supplying tourism facilities, desalination, cooling, water treatment and other infrastructure. The post World’s largest solar-storage microgrid goes online in Saudi Arabia appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Clivet launches VRF air-to-air heat pumps with inverter-free PV integration
Clivet’s CVT9 VRF range offers 25.2–45 kW per module and up to 90 kW in two-module configurations. The system reportedly delivers SEER up to 8.58 and SCOP up to 4.93. Integrated PV management enables direct 400–600 V DC solar input without a conventional PV inverter, The post Clivet launches VRF air-to-air heat pumps with inverter-free PV integration appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Midsummer shelves plans for solar cell factory in Sweden
The Swedish solar manufacturer says it wants to focus on international expansion with a significantly less capital-intensive business and financing model for new factories. The post Midsummer shelves plans for solar cell factory in Sweden appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Negative prices reshape Europe’s solar, storage and PPA markets
According to S&P Global, rising negative electricity prices are reshaping solar, storage and PPAs across Europe. Wider price spreads are strengthening the case for batteries and more structured renewable energy ontracts. The post Negative prices reshape Europe’s solar, storage and PPA markets appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Vehicle-integrated PV key to protecting EV batteries rather than extending range
UK researchers say vehicle-integrated PV could deliver greater value by preserving EV batteries rather than extending driving range. Their review also calls for dynamic, automotive-specific testing standards that account for real-world shading, vehicle movement and module curvature. The post Vehicle-integrated PV key to protecting EV batteries rather than extending range appeared first on pv magazine Global .
US startup develops drones to modify clouds, boost PV plant output by up to 30%
US startup Meteoric Technologies is developing autonomous drones designed to modify clouds and increase solar radiation reaching PV plants. The company claims the technology could boost annual PV generation by 10% to 30%. The post US startup develops drones to modify clouds, boost PV plant output by up to 30% appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Ukraine auctions 150 MW of solar
Ukraine will host two auctions, one for 50 MW of solar and another for 100 MW of solar-plus-storage, on September 25. The post Ukraine auctions 150 MW of solar appeared first on pv magazine Global .
India’s solar module overcapacity pushes factory utilization to 35–40%
India’s solar module manufacturing capacity has surged to 233 GW, outpacing domestic demand and pushing factory utilization down to 35–40%. A new IEEFA-JMK Research report warns that continued capacity additions could intensify pressure on margins and increase the risk of stranded assets. The post India’s solar module overcapacity pushes factory utilization to 35–40% appeared first on pv magazine Global .
ATW unveils screen-printing solution for copper-metallized solar cell
China’s Wuxi Autowell Technology has launched screen-printing equipment for copper and silver-coated copper pastes targeting TOPCon, back-contact, and next-generation solar cells. The product line includes cell-printing and print-on-print systems, as well as a curing furnace designed to prevent copper oxidation. The post ATW unveils screen-printing solution for copper-metallized solar cell appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Can REITs become a capital-recycling engine for renewables?
China’s emerging renewable energy real estate investment trust (REIT) market could give developers a new way to recycle capital from operating solar assets into the next generation of projects. The post Can REITs become a capital-recycling engine for renewables? appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Austrian startup offers hybrid PV-wind system for off-grid applications
Novventos Clean Energy has developed a container-based hybrid system combining modular photovoltaics with small vertical-axis wind turbines for off-grid and temporary applications. The post Austrian startup offers hybrid PV-wind system for off-grid applications appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Global solar O&M market reaches 348 GW as consolidation accelerates
The global solar PV O&M market reached 348 GW in 2025, with the 15 largest providers controlling 57% of managed capacity as consolidation accelerated. NovaSource remained the global leader, while rapid portfolio growth reshaped provider rankings and regional markets. The post Global solar O&M market reaches 348 GW as consolidation accelerates appeared first on pv magazine Global .
U.S. startup exceeds 10% solar-to-hydrogen efficiency with 100 cm² module
SunHydrogen has achieved solar-to-hydrogen conversion efficiencies above 10% with its 100 cm² modules in tests at Sparc Hydrogen’s laboratories. The U.S. company is now targeting efficiencies approaching 15% while working to scale the technology to larger, manufacturable modules. The post U.S. startup exceeds 10% solar-to-hydrogen efficiency with 100 cm² module appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Storing renewables with firebrick thermal batteries
Electrified Thermal Solutions is developing a firebrick-based thermal battery that converts low-cost electricity into high-temperature heat for energy-intensive industries. The technology could pair with solar and wind to absorb surplus generation and deliver round-the-clock industrial heat at costs competitive with natural gas. The post Storing renewables with firebrick thermal batteries appeared first on pv magazine Global .