solar modules Solar cells and solar modules are the workhorses of the solar system, they decide on performance and electricity yield. Here we show new products and trends in module technology. © Euronergy Martin Green from Euronergy: “Lightweight opens up new applications” 07/01/2025 - Euronergy has launched an innovative and much lighter glass-free module that enables new types of installations. Martin Green, CSO of Euronergy, discusses the target markets. © Heckert Solar Heckert Solar targets aesthetics with new white grid module 07/01/2025 - The German manufacturer has introduced the Zeus 1.1 White Grid – a 450 W module designed for partners who prioritise efficiency, quality and architectural appeal. © SolarPower Europe French panel maker Heliup takes top solar startup prize 06/30/2025 - At SolarPower Europe’s annual summit, French panel manufacturer Heliup received the Gold European Solar Startup Award 2025 for its innovative, lightweight and high-performance rooftop PV modules. © Heiko Schwarzburger Longi redefines module design with contactless Himo X10 06/30/2025 - The Himo X10 module from Longi features a busbar-free cell connection and leverages the company’s proprietary Tairay wafers to deliver high performance with a streamlined, back-contact design. © Hans-Christoph Neidlein Lightweight solar modules tap C&I roof potential 06/27/2025 - Slimmer solar panels are becoming smarter and more efficient. Find out more in our weekly topic from 30 June to 3 July. © Heiko Schwarzburger The smarter E – confronting the limits of silicon 06/26/2025 - The next frontier for solar cell technology appears to be in overcoming the limitations of silicon. As silicon wafer technology reaches its limits, industry experts are turning their focus to stacked cells and new materials. © Fraunhofer ISE Blade-coating breakthrough in perovskite-silicon cell fabrication 06/26/2025 - Researchers at KAUST and Fraunhofer ISE have successfully replaced spin-coating with blade-coating in the fabrication of perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells, a step toward scalable production of next-generation PV. © Euronergy Martin Green from Euronergy: “We’ve found a unique way of contacting cells” 06/26/2025 - Euronergy's new lightweight module offers distinct advantages for solar applications. Martin Green, Australian solar expert and CSO at Euronergy explains how this innovation sets the company apart. © Vorsatz Media AIKO – INFINITE modules set new standards 06/26/2025 - PV Guided Tours: AIKO introduces the third generation of its INFINITE series, with clear advantages and significant improvements over its predecessor. Also debuting is a brand-new PV module that promises to revolutionise plant management through AI-assisted diagnostics, real-time monitoring and smart commissioning. Sound too good to be true? Watch the video to find out! © Longi Longi pushes HIBC efficiency to 27.81 percent 06/25/2025 - Ahead of Intersolar, Longi has announced new efficiency records for both its back-contact and tandem solar cells – with its perovskite cell nearing 35 percent. © Fraunhofer ISE/Dirk Mahler Improved technique boosts accuracy in back-contact cell testing 06/24/2025 - Researchers at Fraunhofer ISE have developed a contactless method for measuring the power output of back-contact solar cells – improving accuracy and avoiding potential damage. © iKratos Solar und Energietechnik Aiko shows off its new Navigator module 06/23/2025 - Module maker Aiko has launched the Navigator, a next-gen module based on its N-Type ABC series, with real-time monitoring that boosts output by three to five percentage points. © Fraunhofer ISE/Dirk Mahler Back-contact modules – the next step in solar power 06/20/2025 - Back-contact (BC) technology ranks among the most advanced in solar today, yet there is still considerable scope to optimise cell and module performance even further. © Oxford PV Perovskite – Oxford PV and Trinasolar sign patent agreement 06/18/2025 - The solar businesses signed an exclusive patent licensing agreement covering the manufacture and sale of perovskite-based photovoltaic products in China, with the additional right to sublicense. © Fraunhofer ISE / Bernd Schumacher Expert analysis: How perovskite can overcome durability concerns 06/17/2025 - Maia Benstead, technology analyst at Oxford-based research consultancy IDTechEx, outlines recent advances in perovskite PV durability and the decisive role of advanced encapsulation. © Heiko Schwarzburger The smarter E – perovskites a long time coming 06/16/2025 - As the solar industry continues to push the boundaries of efficiency and sustainability, perovskite-based solar cells are emerging as a promising technology. But despite extensive research, they remain in the early stages of development. © Vorsatz Media Longi – a road map to ongoing innovation 06/15/2025 - CEO Talk: Module technology is evolving rapidly, even amid intense price competition. All the while, customers demand more power from their systems. Back contact cells represent the current pinnacle of development, but there’s more to be achieved. Where is the industry headed? We take a closer look. © Fraunhofer ISE / Bernd Schumacher Perovskite solar tech edges closer to market 06/13/2025 - Perovskite technology is widely seen as a strong contender for boosting solar cell efficiency. While a commercial breakthrough remains elusive, steady incremental progress is being made all the time. Our weekly focus takes a closer look. © Vorsatz Media Euronergy – pushing lightweight modules to their limits 06/12/2025 - PV on Tour: Euronergy’s new lightweight PV modules have cleared key fire safety tests for building approval. Frank Hochmuth of Euronergy and Malte Sulkiewicz of Osnatech explain what sets the panels apart. © Heiko Schwarzburger And the winner is… your solar business 06/11/2025 - The smarter E awards 2025: Renewable energies are complex, multifaceted and powered by boundless innovation. This spirit was on full display in the winners of this year’s awards, which recognised the many impressive innovations in the categories of photovoltaics and outstanding projects. © Eternal Sun Wavelabs acquired by Eternal Sun 06/06/2025 - Wavelabs Eternal Sun, a newly established subsidiary based in Leipzig, will provide a complete range of solar testing technology, from R&D to mass production. © Trina Solar Trina's new Honey module for modernisations 06/04/2025 - The new Honey module from manufacturer Trina Solar was developed as a compatible option for replacing older Honey modules and comparable products in the 60-cell format. © Fraunhofer ISE / Oumaima Mhirsi Silicon heterojunction cells cut silver use to record low 06/03/2025 - Meeting climate-neutral energy targets with photovoltaics will require a drastic cut in silver use. Scientists at Fraunhofer ISE have now produced silicon heterojunction (SHJ) solar cells with total silver consumption of just 1.4 milligrams per watt peak. © Bauder Solar New bifacial lightweight glass-glass module from Bauder Solar 06/03/2025 - The Bauder Solar M 450 from Paul Bauder GmbH is a bifacial double-glazed module that utilises sunlight from both sides, achieving up to 30 percent higher yields. © Mexer Burger Meyer Burger halts production in Germany and the US 06/02/2025 - After ending module production, Meyer Burger is also shutting down all remaining production sites in Germany. More than 600 jobs are at risk. Show more