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Longi boosts HIBC cell efficiency to 27.81 percent

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On the run-up to Intersolar, the Chinese manufacturer has announced new records in the efficiency of its back-contact and tandem solar cells, with perovskite achieving almost 35 percent.

People attend a busy Trina Solar exhibition booth showcasing solar panels at an indoor trade show. - © Trina Solar

Trinasolar shows large storage system Elementa 2 Pro and new Honey module

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Module manufacturer Trinasolar is showcasing its new product portfolio at this year's The smarter E Europe. This includes storage systems, mounting systems and, of course, a wide range of solar modules. Highlights include the new integrated storage platform Elementa 2 Pro, the Shield extreme climate solution for rooftop systems and the latest version of the Honey module.

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Solarwatt Vision: “We were quite literally overrun”

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The new Vision-series storage systems, inverters and modules from Solarwatt are in high demand. CPO Peter Bachmann and CEO Benjamin Frank discuss recent developments and report that the next shipments are on track.

© Heiko Schwarzburger

The smarter E: TOPCon and BackContact dominate trends

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At Intersolar Europe, solar technology companies are presenting innovations such as TOPCon and BackContact modules, which aim to improve performance in the face of challenges such as UV-induced degradation.

© Heiko Schwarzburger

Trends and Technologies at The smarter E Europe

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New solar modules are on show in Munich, with innovations such as TOPCon, BackContact and tandem cells pushing surface performance to new heights. Against this, perovskite-based series modules are still considered unproven.

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Euronergy: New lightweight modules tested to the limit

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PV on Tour: The lightweight panels have passed fire testing for building approval. Frank Hochmuth from Euronergy and Malte Sulkiewicz from Osnatech discuss the advantages of the panels and how they stand out from the competition.

© Heiko Schwarzburger

Europe needs new cell and module plants

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The EU aims for 40% of solar growth from domestic production. At a recent conference, the industry discussed how to achieve this goal.

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Martin Green from Euronergy: “Lightweight opens up new applications”

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Euronergy has launched an innovative and much lighter module without glass, opening up new forms of projects. Martin Green, CSO of Euronergy, discusses the target markets.

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Fraunhofer ISE evaluates TOPCon UV testing

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Researchers have found that the performance loss of TOPCon modules due to UV radiation is less severe than initially feared. Moreover, the defect is potentially reversible.

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FuturaSun expanding to become system provider

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FuturaSun, founded in 2008 in Padua, Italy, now offers cells, modules, inverters and storage systems, with factories in China and Europe.

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PV Guided Tours: Thomas Bell of Sunman: New half-cell and lightweight pv modules

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Video: Glass-free photovoltaic half-cell modules. 60 to 70 percent lighter than conventional modules, while at the same time offering high quality and resilience. How this works and what advantages it brings we will find out now with Thomas Bell of Sunman.

© Heiko Schwarzburger

Gigafactories for Europe – How large-scale production could return

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With niche production gaining ground, can Europe stage a true industrial comeback? Plans for gigafactories in Germany, including one in Wilhelmshaven, show how European manufacturing could once again play a key role in global solar production.

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Netherlands: Green light for 74 MW solar park

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The new ground-mounted plant in Bellingwolde in the province of Groningen is being built by Goldbeck Solar and Novar. Bifacial PV modules will be installed.

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US posits tariffs of over 3,500% on solar modules

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The Trump administration continues to escalate the trade wars. Solar modules from Southeast Asia are impacted, but the real enemy is China. Will the EU now waive import tariffs?

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Increasing requirements for solar modules

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As solar modules grow in size and weight, certification standards are tightening. Alongside, cost-cutting in frames, glass and clamps is raising fresh quality concerns.

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Martin Green from Euronergy: “We found a unique way of contacting cells”

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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.

Two workers in protective gear and gloves carefully handling a large solar panel in a lab. - © Oxford PV

Perovskite: Oxford PV and Trinasolar sign patent agreement

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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.

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ITRPV: TOPCon to surpass PERC in coming years

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The latest ITRPV report forecasts n-type TOPCon technology will soon lead the market. Mass-produced tandem-silicon cells are expected to see significant growth, while solar module shipments set a new record in 2024.

© Oxford PV

Perovskites to enable new applications for photovoltaics

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Emerging applications are set to drive the growth of perovskite technologies, with tandem solar cells made of perovskites and silicon seeing significant rise, according to a recent IDTechEx analysis.

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Expert analysis: How perovskite can overcome durability concerns

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Maia Benstead, technology analyst at Oxford based research consultancy IDTechEx, outlines the latest technological developments in the durability of perovskite photovoltaics. Advanced encapsulation plays a decisive role.

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Launch of perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells expected soon

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Research into silicon-based solar cells is advancing rapidly, with the upcoming perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells set to offer significantly higher efficiency than the dominant n-type cells, according to Intersolar Europe.

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Perovskite: the next major solar technology?

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Perovskite photovoltaics have garnered significant attention, But is Perovskite really the next major solar technology? Maia Benstead, Technology Analyst at Oxford based IDTechEx, takes a stand.

© Oxford PV

Tailwind for the commercialisation of perovskites

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The technology has long been seen as a promising breakthrough in solar cell efficiency. More recently, momentum is building for commercialisation. Learn more in our weekly focus, out next week.

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French panel manufacturer Heliup wins European Solar Startup Award 2025

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At SolarPower Europe’s annual SolarPower Summit, Heliup were awarded the Gold European Solar Startup Award 2025 for their innovative, lightweight, and high-performing rooftop solar PV modules made in France.

A single solar panel with a gray frame against a white background. - © Futurasun

Top products of the week

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A new silver-coloured module, a monitoring system for tiled roofs, the third generation of Infinite modules with ABC technology and a home storage system that delivers 30 kilowatts output. These are our top products of the week.