Head to Head: PERC or Mono Half-Cell Updated On Fri, Nov 17th, 2017 by Saurenergy These innovative new technologies for solar PV systems have the potential to further boost power output and reduce overall costs. The technology of Passivated Emitter and Rear Cells (PERC) originated in 1990s and since then monocrystalline PERC has become increasingly popular due to its great efficiency. On the other hand, Half-cut solar cells are part […] Read more
World’s Largest OPV System Installed on French School Roof Updated On Thu, Nov 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy The goal of this experimental project is to open the door to longer term and large-scale development of OPV technology. French multinational Engie has inaugurated the world’s largest organic photovoltaic (OPV) system on a roof at a school in France, with Heliatek’s technology. The 530m2 roof of the Pierre Mendès-France secondary school, in La Rochelle, […] Read more
Cooperation Agreement Signed Between Heraeus Photovoltaics and Rietech Solar Updated On Thu, Nov 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy HeraGlaze acts as a barrier and prevents thermally-induced impurities, such as iron, from transferring from the crucible to the silicon ingot. Heraeus Photovoltaics, the worldwide leading supplier of metallization solutions to the PV industry, today announced a comprehensive cooperation agreement with Rietech Solar, a China-based manufacturer of silicon wafers for solar cells. Under the agreement, […] Read more
Sunpreme Next Genera on Maxima HxB Series Modules Updated On Thu, Nov 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy Product Brief: Sunpreme has released its HCT-platform based Maxima HxB-400 solar module. This product incorporates half-cell design with an anodized frame around the double glass construction. When combined with an optimizer, these modules can be integrated into 30% longer strings, a desirable benefit for space-constrained C&I applications. Product Feature: Sunpreme Maxima HxB series modules has […] Read more
Delta Electronics New Launches Modulon DPH 500kVA UPS Achieves World’s Highest Per-Rack Power Density Updated On Tue, Nov 14th, 2017 by Saurenergy Modular UPS systems have achieved the world’s highest per-rack power density while offering a range of benefits for mission critical applications. Global power supply maker and energy management solution provider, Delta Electronics, Inc. has announced the global launch of its 500kVA Modulon DPH series uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The double conversion UPS boasts the world’s […] Read more
Renewable Electricity’s Spanish Support Scheme Approved by the European Commission Updated On Mon, Nov 13th, 2017 by Saurenergy The scheme has around 40,000 beneficiaries. In 2016, the annual payments under the scheme amounted to €6.4 billion. The Spanish scheme supporting electricity generation from renewable energy sources, high efficiency co generation of heat and power and waste, the European Commission has found it to be in line with EU State aid rules. The scheme […] Read more
Global Solar Panel Market Will Reach USD 57.5 Billion by 2022: Zion Market Research Updated On Fri, Nov 10th, 2017 by Saurenergy Zion Market Research has published a new report titled “Solar Panel Market (Monocrystalline, Poly-crystalline, and Thin-film Solar Panel) for Residential, Commercial and Utility Applications: Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis, and Forecast, 2016 – 2022”. According to the report, the global Solar Panel Market accounted for USD 30.8 billion in 2016 and is expected to reach […] Read more
Two Pirapora Projects Commissioned by EDF Energies Nouvelles and Canadian Solar Inc Updated On Thu, Nov 9th, 2017 by Saurenergy The 191.5 MWp Pirapora I, 115 MWp Pirapora II and 92.5 MWp Pirapora III projects from Canadian Solar with 80% of acquired interest in each project. The 191.5 MWp Pirapora I and 92.5 MWp Pirapora III solar energy projects in Brazil, totaling 284 MWp, commissioned by Canadian Solar Inc. and EDF Energies Nouvelles. The Pirapora I […] Read more
Half-cell technology to rise and shine in subsidy-less solar business climate Updated On Thu, Nov 9th, 2017 by Saurenergy Both China’s launching tradable green certificates and Japan’s replacement of its Feed in Tariff (FiT) scheme with an auction mechanism shows that the cost of renewable power generation has become more and more competitive to that of fossil fuels. Solar will continue to survive with less dependency on subsidy in the near future. At the […] Read more
