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Martin Green (left) has spent five decades advancing solar module technology.

Solar Investors Guide – Martin Green on glass-free modules

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Professor Martin Green of the University of New South Wales is a legend of solar research, holding numerous patents and efficiency records since going all the way back to 1974. Now Chief Scientific Officer at Euronergy, he is focused on developing glass-free, lightweight modules that are exceptionally thin and easy to install.

Nancy Yell explains why less weight means more possibilities

Sunman Energy – lightweight modules deliver up to 520 watts

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PV on Tour – Sunman Energy presents its ultra-lightweight, semi-flexible solar modules, designed for lightweight roofs and balcony PV systems, and achieving up to 520 watts. Managing Director Nancy Yell lays out the advantages of the technology.

In September 2026 the EU PVSEC takes place in Rotterdam

EU PVSEC 2026 welcomes new chair and opens call for papers

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Wilfried van Sark, Professor of Photovoltaics Integration at Utrecht University, has been named General Chair of EU PVSEC 2026. Abstracts can be submitted until 2 February 2026.

LONGi’s HPBC 2.0 modules have earned TÜV’s + rating for anti-shading performance

Cooler modules, higher returns – profits rise with scale

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Our recommendation for maximising performance: keep modules in their temperature sweet spot. Recent TÜV tests with TOPCon and advanced back contact technologies show just how much this matters.

Two red folders, one giant leap for solar manufacturing

France – Trinasolar backs €1 billion, 5 GW Holosolis gigafactory

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At the France–China summit, Trinasolar and Holosolis agreed on a strategic partnership for a Sarreguemines-Hambach gigafactory designed for 5 GW annual production capacity and substantial regional benefits.

The Guide was launched in December at the Sustainable Solar Europe conference in Brussels

SSI launches Buyer’s Guide for responsible solar sourcing

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Targeted at developers, investors and authorities, the new SSI Guide provides clear criteria to support ethical and transparent solar procurement practices.

Copper plays a critical role in the infrastructure of solar parks

ESG partnership advances responsible copper sourcing

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The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have joined forces to promote responsible copper production and sourcing across the solar energy value chain.

TOPCon bifacial module prices edged down slightly in November

PV Index: module prices steady, inverters up in November

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The European PV market remains notably stable, with module prices remain largely unchanged or fluctuating within narrow bands and modest upward adjustments for inverters, according to sun.store.

Voltalia’s Karavasta site in Albania, where 140 MW of Trina bifacial modules are steadily filling in the blanks
Investments Western Balkons

Albania – 140 MW Karavasta park receives Trina bifacial modules

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Trina Solar has delivered 140 MW of bifacial modules for Voltalia’s Karavasta project, the Western Balkans’ largest solar park, which is expected to power 220,000 households.

Light meets understatement – the new Zeus 3.0 in full matte form

PV Europe products of the week – back-contact, green roofs and more

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Heckert Solar launches a 480 W back‑contact module, Solyco expands its green‑roof system, Conduct debuts a fire‑safe storage housing, and Viridian Solar teams up with Keylite on integrated roofs. These are this week’s standout products.

A Keylite roof window featuring Viridan solar panels

Viridian Solar and Keylite team up for integrated solar roofs

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The new collaboration marks a step forward in building‑integrated photovoltaics, expanding the options for combining solar panels and roof windows into a single, durable roof surface that delivers both energy and daylight.

View of the expanded PV system at the Laterza pumping station

Italy – Trinasolar upgrade delivers 2.6 MW boost to Puglia waterworks

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At the Parco del Marchese pumping station in Laterza, Acquedotto Pugliese (AQP) has renewed and expanded its photovoltaic system using Trinasolar NEG18R.28 modules.

Light meets understatement – the new Zeus 3.0 in full matte form

Heckert Solar enters back‑contact era with 480 W Zeus 3.0

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Featuring up to 480 W output and 23.5 percent efficiency, the Zeus 3.0 introduces next‑generation back‑contact technology to the German PV manufacturer’s portfolio.

Aiko’s new generation of its Infinite solar modules, rated at up to 500 watts.

Aiko launches 500 W solar module with ultra-compact design

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Chinese manufacturer Aiko has introduced a new generation of its Infinite solar modules, rated at up to 500 watts, with reported efficiencies above 27 percent and a footprint of less than two square metres.

Don’t try this at home – the testing underway at the University of Stuttgart.

Euronergy – pushing lightweight modules to their limits

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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.

The future HoloSolis solar factory, set for completion in 2030

HoloSolis raises over €220 million for 5 GW plant

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Funding from public and private partners will enable the manufacturer to build a major module plant in Sarreguemines‑Hambach, due for completion in 2030 and set to become one of Europe’s largest.

Solar on the open seas – modules are installed on the carrier deck.

Hybrid cargo ship sets sail with Longi solar tech

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China’s largest dual-propulsion car carrier has been equipped with over 500 solar modules, combining LNG and PV to advance clean maritime operations.

Leon Zhang, President for Europe, talks about Longi's strategy in challenging markets.

Longi – a road map to ongoing innovation

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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.

Thomas Bell from module manufacturer Sunman is a solar module expert
PV Guided Tours

Thomas Bell of Sunman on their new ultra-light, resilient half-cell modules

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Video: Glass-free half-cell PV modules that are 60 to 70 percent lighter than standard modules, yet deliver high quality and resilience. Thomas Bell of Sunman explains how this technology works and the benefits it offers.

Fossil fuels below, next-gen technology above – placing the modules atop a petrol forecourt.

Lisbon pilot tests SunOyster modules at petrol stations

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Solar technology provider Sunoyster Systems from northern Germany, together with Portuguese energy company Galp Energia, has launched a pilot project in Lisbon using its lightweight modules.

Bending the rules of installation – lightweight modules make it possible to install solar systems on roofs and facades with limited load-bearing capacity.

Lightweight modules unlock low-load roofs and facades

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Osnatech has expanded its partner network with the addition of module manufacturer Euronergy alongside Sunman, boosting its portfolio to meet rising demand and increasingly complex project requirements.

Yannick Veschetti, CEO of Heliup and COO Maryline Joanny present its frameless Stykon lightweight modules, which weigh less than 5 kilograms per square meter

Lightweight modules unlock opportunities for C&I rooftops

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Slim solar panels are becoming increasingly efficient and sophisticated. Explore this evolving technology in our weekly feature from 10 to 13 November.

October saw another slight decline in TOPCon module prices

PV index October – module prices steady at historic lows

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The European PV module market remains steady, with prices showing minimal movement as production and demand stay in balance, sun.store reports.

The Zeus 1.1 Performance with the familar black/square aesthetic

Heckert Solar launches 460 W glass-glass module

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The Zeus 1.1 Performance reaches efficiency levels of 23 percent and is available immediately for business customers.

Christian Peter (right), CEO of AIKO Energy Germany, outlines the outstanding performance of the new modules.

AIKO – INFINITE modules set new standards

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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!