A growing share of residential solar projects now attach energy storage batteries. In part one of this new series, we consider the backup power feature of batteries. From pv magazine USA Attaching a solar array to a home is a long-term commitment, with many considerations, and one...
Read MoreThe result was confirmed, once again, by Germany’s Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin (ISFH). Chinese PV module maker Longi claims it was able to improve the efficiency of its heterojunction solar cell based on an M6 wafer from 25.82 to 26.30% in just one week. The...
Read MoreAs the energy transition accelerates, the residential sector is investing in smart energy management technology to help homeowners manage their power usage, lower their energy costs and lessen their impact on the environment. Power management company Eaton is exploring how these innovative technologies can benefit...
Read MoreAmeresco has announced the completion of a comprehensive solar PV installation for the Bank of America corporate campus in Chandler, Arizona. The campus is now home to nearly 10,000 solar modules that will offset approximately 60% of the electricity demands of the campus annually. The...
Read MoreBacksheet chalking, especially of polyamide backsheet films, doesn’t take long to lead to cracks and then safety shutdowns. Sometimes, though, the period may be much longer or shorter than expected. Assessing the risk and whether on-site repairs offer a long-term solution is currently a topic...
Read MoreThe captive solar plant in Mumbai is being developed by Cleantech through a special purpose vehicle called Sunsole Renewables. The solar electricity generated will power manufacturing operations at Siemens’ Kalwa factory in Maharashtra. Germany-headquartered engineering firm Siemens Limited today signed an agreement to raise 26% of...
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