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Shaping the future: taking a role in Europe’s energy transition
As new solar cell innovations emerge in 2024, including the TOPConpanel series from Solarwatt Technologies, its Managing Director Pol Spronck explains why 30 years of European manufacturing enable it to lead the charge inquality, cutting-edge solutions.
Powering growth, innovation, and sustainability
In a revealing discussion with Lin Sun, Head of Sustainability Development at JinkoSolar, she shares the strategic decisions that led to its impressive market share in 2023. How does the company maintain quality standards, what is its global positioning, and what’s the secret to balancing sustainability with growth?
Scaling up shingle matrix technology
Shingle matrix is synonymous with superior connection technology for solar cells. It is aimed at achieving high module efficiencies, enhanced product aesthetics, and outstanding shading resilience. These are all important properties, especially in integrated photovoltaics (xIPV). The uniqueness of shingle matrix technology clearly stands out in a market with a very homogeneous product range. The… Read more »
Electrical issues in PV systems
The landscape of solar energy operations is changing as we enter exponential market growth. Anders Rand, Founder at emazys, discusses the outlook for technical field work in solar power plants.
Setting a new standard for module reliability with testing innovation
As the solar industry matures, manufacturers and project developers are becoming more and more focused on ensuring the long-term reliability of solar modules. There are inherent challenges to predicting the performance of a module over a potential lifespan of 30 years or more, but innovative approaches are emerging from leading manufacturers. PES spoke with LONGi… Read more »
Illuminating the future
The renewable energy sector in the United States is thriving, buoyed by political support and climate awareness. Soltec, a Spanish firm specializing in solar trackers, has seized opportunities in this market, demonstrating leadership through innovation and executing large-scale projects across the country.
Unveiling renewable energy innovations across continents
In a world grappling with climate change and environmental concerns, the need for sustainable energy solutions has never been more pressing. The Intersolar and The smarter E events have emerged as beacons of innovation, bringing together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from around the globe to explore, discuss, and shape the future of clean energy. As… Read more »
Agri-PV: merging solar power with agriculture
The importance of renewable energy is increasing significantly worldwide. Clear proof of this is the boom in the photovoltaic industry, which has become one of the central pillars of the global energy mix. Agri-PV, the combination of agricultural activities with solar parks, is considered an extremely promising concept in the field of renewable energies, offering… Read more »
Boosting utility-scale PV plant efficiency: the critical role of MET stations
In a discussion with PES, PowerWise SOLAR’s Founder and CEO, Carsten M. Steenberg, highlights the critical role of MET stations in monitoring the performance of utility-scale photovoltaic plants. Boasting an impressive global installation of over 10,000 units, the company is at the forefront of the industry in this domain. Fitted with diverse sensors they provide… Read more »
Sustainable solar panel selection
As solar panels increase rapidly in number, the industry faces the dual challenge of meeting immediate energy needs while safeguarding against future environmental impacts. There needs to be a shift towards innovative solutions blending efficiency, longevity, and sustainable manufacturing. Homeowners, eager to mitigate climate change play a pivotal role by choosing responsibly made solar panels…. Read more »
