SolarEdge to Buy 75% Stake in Li-Ion Cells, Batteries Maker for $88 Mn Updated On Fri, Oct 12th, 2018 by Saurenergy As per the deal, the acquisition of approximately 75 percent outstanding equity shares of Kokam reflects an aggregate investment of approximately USD 88 million, including related transaction expenses. Israel-based SolarEdge Technologies has inked a definitive pact to acquire a major stake in Kokam, a provider of Lithium-ion cells, batteries and energy storage solutions. As […] Read more
The Output Power of 60-Cell PV Modules Assembled by Mono-Si PERC Cells Has Exceeded 325W Announced JA Solar Holdings Updated On Wed, Dec 13th, 2017 by Saurenergy JA Solar also holds the intellectual property rights for bifacial PERC cells with a Chinese patent. One of the world’s largest manufacturers of high-performance solar power products, JA Solar Holdings Co. Ltd., announced the output power of its 60-cell PV modules assembled by mono-Si PERC cells has exceeded 325W. The actual output power of 326.67 W measured and certified by TUV […] Read more
JinkoSolar CEO Cuts to the Chase about Solar Technology Development with Discussion on Half-cut Cells Updated On Wed, Oct 11th, 2017 by Saurenergy “The future of solar technology is already here, its half-cell technology” says JinkoSolar CEO What is the JinkoSolar Half Cell (HC) Product Series? Kangping Chen: The JinkoSolar HC Series is a currently available product line that combines the half cut cell layout with different existing cell technology. The technology has increased the power output of […] Read more
Heraeus Photovoltaics, JinkoSolar partners to develop new generations of super PV cells Updated On Tue, Sep 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy Heraeus will work with JinkoSolar’s new R&D efforts in efficient black silicon cells and n-type cells are expected to further increase the cell efficiency. Heraeus Photovoltaics has signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement with JinkoSolar to jointly develop new-generation Super PV Cells with higher efficiency and lower costs. Additionally, the agreement includes exploring energy markets […] Read more
Osaka Sangyo University Solar Car Equipped with Trina Solar’s IBC Cells Updated On Wed, Aug 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy The “OSU-Module-S” developed by OSU’s Solar Car Team was 100% powered by solar cells developed by the State Key Laboratory of PV Science and Technology of Trina Solar (the “SKL”) and it helped OSU to achieve good results. Trina Solar has announced that the Osaka Sangyo University (“OSU”) Solar Car, equipped with Trina Solar’s Interdigitated […] Read more
Adani Mundra Solar Makes First 5bb Modules Using Their Own Cells Updated On Thu, Jul 6th, 2017 by Saurenergy Adani Mundra Solar PV Ltd has successfully made their first 5BB modules in the company’s module production line using their own cells. Adani Mundra Solar PV Ltd has successfully made their first 5BB modules in the company’s module production line using their own cells. Johannes Rostan, CTO- Adani Mundra Solar PV Ltd. on a networking […] Read more
Indian Solar Manufacturer Files Anti-dumping Petition against Chinese Solar Modules and Cells: Report Updated On Wed, Jun 7th, 2017 by Saurenergy Considering that cheaper Chinese modules are fueling Indian solar installations and have brought down tariffs to record low levels and the fact that the previous anti-dumping case was closed without a tariff imposition, it is difficult to see this petition going far. Anti-dumping cases are also not a short-term remedy and take years to complete. […] Read more
All solar equipments and its parts including panels, cells and modules would be taxed at 5% under GST Updated On Tue, May 30th, 2017 by Saurenergy The government is planning to bring down GST rate on solar panels or modules to around 5 per cent as against 18 per cent declared earlier. The government’s recent announcement of 18% tax rate under the new indirect tax regime for solar module was the biggest surprise for the power and renewable sector. Looking into […] Read more
Hanwha Q CELLS-Kalyon Enerji Consortium Awarded the Tender to Construct 1 GW Solar Power Plant in Turkey Updated On Fri, Mar 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy Hanwha Q CELLS-Kalyon Enerji consortium will also establish 500 MW of fully integrated PV manufacturing capacity locally in Turkey, which will be operational within 21 months under the Agreement. Hanwha Q CELLS Co. Ltd. has announced that a consortium consisting of Hanwha Q CELLS and Kalyon Enerji Yatirimlari have been awarded for the tender to construct region’s […] Read more
