PV Guided Tours: Lightweight modules that offer a solution for load-restricted roofs. Or special technologies that enable durable and flexible solar modules without glass. Is this magic? Let’s find out.
The installation in Lodi is projected to outperform a comparable TOPCon-based system by more than 633 MWh over 30 years.
The M-ELV Battbank, an AC-coupled low-voltage system for commercial and industrial applications, is designed to integrate independently of existing inverters.
As a rule, one to three percent of investment is allocated to operation and maintenance over 20 years, making solar parks low-maintenance assets with significantly lower costs than fossil or nuclear plants.
The Chinese group used this year's Munich show to showcase an integrated product line spanning cells, modules, storage systems and grid infrastructure, backed by a run of new partnership agreements across Eastern Europe.
Aimed at warehouses, data centres and logistics sites, the Hi-Mo X10 focuses on meeting fire safety requirements in rooftop PV installations.
Flat roofs offer huge potential – but they also demand smart solutions. Large modules, complex layouts, strict structural and safety requirements and rising cost pressure call for a mounting system that does more than simply hold panels in place.
At Intersolar Europe in Munich, the tier-1 manufacturer is broadening its DeepBlue 5.0 range with new bifacial and monofacial n-type modules for commercial installations and utility-scale projects.
For multi-family and taller buildings, PV façades extend rooftop systems where roof space falls short. Vertical surfaces add generation area, with design and planning decisive in dense urban developments.
From 13 to 17 April 2026, Ankara will host a conference on crystalline silicon photovoltaics, covering TOPCon, heterojunction and tandem concepts while bringing together researchers and industry professionals.
Longi presents a fire-resistant module for commercial rooftops, Tesvolt introduces a new C&I battery system, Fronius shows a high-voltage battery up to 32 kWh, and Gokin Solar unveils its 700 W modules.
The Chinese manufacturer is presenting its European portfolio with two technology lines, including bifacial modules rated at 700 W for utility-scale and C&I applications.
Winaico receives EPD certification for its NCX module series, Aiko secures TÜV Süd explosion approval for its ABC Stellar module, Solitek upgrades up to 510 W and Luxor Solar restructures Eco Line – this week’s products highlights.
The supplier is introducing a three segment structure for its Eco Line, grouping modules into Prime, Pro and Classic for the German language markets.
Output across the Solitek range has increased, with standard modules rising to 455 W and C&I variants to 510 W, alongside a new cell generation and revised glass technology.
Chinese manufacturer Aiko has become the first provider to receive explosion protection certification from TÜV Süd for its ABC Stellar 66-cell dual-glass module. The certification confirms that the module does not constitute an ignition source in potentially explosive atmospheres.
The Nexa Matte module is designed for glare-sensitive installations, using microtextured glass to reduce glare to below 2% reflection and meet growing safety and visual impact requirements in regulated environments.
Solar arrays can help preserve soil moisture and support the local water balance. Two new studies confirm the effect and show how farmers can actively manage water use through smart system design.
Several manufacturers used KEY 2026 to introduce new PV modules, including JA Solar’s DeepBlue 5.0 TOPCon, Gokin’s AllBlack back-contact, Aiko’s upgraded Infinite ABC and SolarFabrik’s Mono S4 Halfcut BC White module.
From 4 to 6 March, the Italian manufacturer will showcase photovoltaic solutions for residential, C&I and utility-scale applications, focusing on architectural integration, system reliability and performance optimisation.
The head of Eastern Europe at photovoltaic solutions provider Trinasolar shares why she expects the region to be among the world’s fastest-growing solar markets over the next decade.
Swiss manufacturer Megasol offers in-roof solar systems that integrate into roof designs, delivering high-performance energy solutions with a sleek and modern aesthetic.
Fewer booths but bolder tech – this year’s Munich trade fair saw a slimmer turnout from module makers, yet offered a clear glimpse of where the PV industry is heading.
Rising cell prices, falling export values, stable polysilicon – the solar market is sending mixed signals. We spoke with Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar, about what the latest figures reveal for the road ahead.
New solar modules are being showcased at Intersolar Europe, with groundbreaking innovations such as TOPCon, BackContact, and tandem cells pushing surface performance to unprecedented levels. All the while, perovskite-based series modules remain unproven.
