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Manufacturer of floating solar racks Ciel & Terre has developed WattRack, a new line of racks with a higher panel density than the company’s previous models. WattRack is capable of placing 2.2 MW of solar energy on one hectare of water (almost 2.5 acres). Credit: Ciel & Terre This new rack places modules in an east-west orientation, has a new rail mounting system and no longer has maintenance corridors between the panel rows. Instead, Ciel & Terre has created a trolley that moves over the solar panels, so that operators can still gain access for maintenance. The trolley has a…

If you’re mulling over the ideas of long-term sustainability and energy-efficiency, residential solar systems should be on your list. It’s crucial to recognize the best system that caters to your needs, as the decision has wide-ranging implications. Residential solar systems come in two main variants – grid-tied and off-grid. Each has its unique benefits and drawbacks. This comprehensive guide provides a deep dive into both systems, helping you grasp the intricacies to make an informed choice. A Closer Look at Grid-Tied vs. Off-Grid Solar Systems When it comes to powering your home with solar energy, you have two main options:…

Researchers from Beijing Normal University and Qingdao University have developed a non-fused ring electron acceptor (NFREA) called TT-Ph-C6 that improves the performance of thick-film organic solar cells. The material addresses limitations in film thickness tolerance and fill factor that have held NFREAs back compared to fused ring acceptors. The team, led by Prof. Zhishan Bo, Prof. Cuihong Li, Prof. Yahui Liu and Prof. Hao Lu, used an asymmetric side group engineering strategy on TT-Ph-C6. This design led to devices with a fill factor of 80.1 percent, reported as the highest value yet for NFREA-based organic solar cells. TT-Ph-C6-based devices achieved…

The sustainable energy sector is evolving at an extraordinary pace. We are navigating technological disruption and regulatory complexity as we race to achieve the energy transition. In this context, gender diversity is not only ethically right, but also commercially essential for innovation and adaptability. Research consistently shows that gender-diverse teams make better decisions, identify risks more effectively and innovate more successfully. Companies with diverse leadership are 25% more likely to be profitable. In an industry that is building new systems and institutions, we have a unique opportunity to build equity in from the start rather than retrofitting it into existing…

Sunny energy storage systems will now have access to the Energy Toolbase software suite. This will enable energy storage developers to model Sungrow’s commercial energy storage systems ETB Developer to analyze performance, savings and optimal shipping strategies in practice. Once deployed in the field, the systems are fully equipped and managed by ETB controllerEnergy Toolbase’s energy management system, which provides intelligent, real-time control. Both from Sungrow PowerStack 255CS And PowerTitan 2.0 can work with the Energy Toolbase suite. Designed for small to medium commercial applications, the 257 kWh PowerStack features a fully integrated, liquid-cooled cabinet with batteries, PCS, BMS and…

The Chinese company said the Power Max 1800 SE has a nominal power of 1.8 kW and a peak power of 2.4 kW. It weighs 15.5 kg and measures 39 cm x 23 cm x 25.4 cm. December 10, 2025 Lior Kahana The PowerMax 1800SE Image: Oscal Chinese consumer electronics manufacturer Oscal has launched a new portable energy storage system. The Power Max 1800 SE has a lithium iron phosphate cell (LiFePO4) with a capacity of 1,024 Wh. On the output side, it has a nominal power of 1.8 kW and a peak power of 2.4 kW. “Weighing just 15.5…

Industry leaders at PV magazine Week Europe 2025 said manufacturers are implementing measures to limit ultraviolet-induced degradation of TOPCon (tunnel oxide-passivated contact) solar panels and strengthen resilience against hail damage to protect performance and reduce financial risk. December 10, 2025 Patrick Jowett Manufacturers are working to address the impact of ultraviolet-induced degradation (UVID) on TOPCon cells, according to a webinar held as part of pv magazine Week Europe 2025. Analysis during a session on module quality and risk held as part of pv magazineLast week’s virtual conference highlighted the growing concerns surrounding UVID on n-type TOPCon solar panels as a…

Solstice AI says improved forecast accuracy could increase profits in Australia’s utility-scale solar market and reduce costly weather-related volatility for operators and traders. December 12, 2025 Ev Foley By pv magazine Australia Melbourne-based solar energy forecasting company Solstice AI research shows that a 10% improvement in the accuracy of weather and solar energy forecasts would generate an additional profit of AUD38 million ($25 million) per year. solar utility companyand AUD 9.5 billion worldwide. Using artificial intelligence to identify the location, orientation and capacity of rooftop solar panels across vast regions, Solstice AI combines with cloud movement predictions to predict solar…

A pair of studies led by Argonne National Laboratory have shown how “ecovoltaic” facilities in the Midwestern United States are home to more bird and bat activity than nearby fields used for agriculture. December 10, 2025 Patrick Jowett Illinois-based Argonne National Laboratory has published two studies indicating an increase in bird and bat activity at solar ecovoltaic installations in the Midwestern United States. In both studies, the researchers used passive acoustic monitoring to investigate animal behavior around ecovoltaic solar installations in the Midwestern US. The team placed acoustic recorders at twelve ecovoltaic sites and at twelve nearby agricultural fields that…

Platform for residential solar energy Enerflo launched its latest AI-powered reporting suite. Built on the Domo business intelligence (BI) platformEnerflo Reporting Suite empowers solar installers to make smarter, faster, data-driven decisions that drive growth and efficiency. “Data has officially gone from a nice-to-have to a must-have,” said Pat Bennett, CEO and co-founder of Enerflo. “We invested in big data so our partners don’t have to. The new AI-powered reporting suite puts enterprise-level intelligence at your fingertips – without the cost, time or expertise typically required to build and maintain these systems. Our partners literally outpaced their competition overnight.” The Enerflo…