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EDPR NA Distributed Generation has announced the completion of the Morgan East and Morgan West solar projects in Clay, New York. The Morgan East Solar Park, located near Syracuse, generates 4.5 MWAC partly for PaperWorks Industries, while Morgan West Solar Park generates 5 MWAC partly for QubicaAMF Worldwide and Sabin Metal Corporation. Both parks will also power the surrounding utility area in New York State, with 60% of their total energy supply delivered to mass market residential and small business subscribers. EDPR NA DG worked on the projects with both PowerMarket and NRG Energy’s Renewables Advisory (now CBRE Renewables). “We…

Computer simulations provide new insights into improving solar cell materials Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have made progress in understanding halide perovskites, a promising class of materials for solar cells. These materials could serve as an efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional silicon-based cells, but they face stability challenges. The new insights are expected to contribute to the development of more reliable and efficient solar cells, important components in the transition to sustainable energy. Halide perovskites refer to a group of materials known for their potential in flexible, lightweight solar cells and various optical applications, such as…

In a new weekly update for pv magazineOPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a brief overview of the major price trends in the global PV industry. October 18, 2024 OPIS The Global Polysilicon Marker (GPM), the OPIS benchmark for polysilicon outside China, was valued this week at $22,068/kg, or $0.050/W, unchanged from the previous week, based on buy-sell indications. On October 1, the US Department of Commerce (DOC) announced a preliminary decision on countervailing duties (CVD) for solar cells and modules imported from Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia and Thailand, with rates ranging from 0.14% to 292.61% , depending on the company…

Imagine a world where fresh, locally grown produce is available year-round, regardless of climate or season. Picture thriving gardens in urban spaces, using a fraction of the water and land of traditional farming methods. This isn’t a scene from a futuristic movie – it’s the reality of solar-powered hydroponics, a game-changing approach that’s reshaping sustainable gardening. At 8MSolar, we’re passionate about harnessing the sun’s power for electricity and excited about the incredible potential of solar energy to transform how we grow food. Solar hydroponics combines two innovative technologies – solar power and hydroponic growing systems – to create a sustainable,…

Computer-generated image showing the boundary of the approved site. Image: GJP. A 1,000MW battery energy storage system (BESS) to be built next to a data center in Splott, Cardiff, has been unanimously approved by the city council. It is reportedly the largest BESS to successfully obtain planning permission in Britain to date. The planning application was submitted in March this year for a 16.42 hectare plot of land in the Tremorfa industrial area, which previously housed the steelworks and sewage treatment plants. The location of the site before development. Image: Cardiff City Council. The project, which was recommended for approval,…

LevelTen Energy’s latest European PPA report shows that solar PPA prices have risen modestly in the UK. Image: Chelsea via Unsplash. A new report from LevelTen Energy has shown that the average price of solar power purchase agreements (PPAs) is starting to stabilize after months of decline in the European market. In the third quarter of this year, the average PPA price for solar in Britain rose by 1.7% to €91.12/MWh (£75.77/MWh). Despite this quarter-on-quarter increase, it is worth noting that this figure represents a year-on-year decline of 7.6% and a significant decline from the late 2022 peak of over…

In a new paper published in Nature Communications, the Chinese solar manufacturer explained that the heterojunction back contact cell it unveiled in late 2023 achieved one of the highest open-circuit voltages ever reported for this cell technology, as well as a smaller-than-usual short-circuit voltage . current losses. The results were confirmed by the German Institute for Solar Energy Research (ISFH). October 18, 2024 Emiliano Bellini A group of scientists from Chinese solar module manufacturer Longi has described in a new scientific paper the 27.09% efficient heterojunction back contact (HBC) solar cell it unveiled in December 2023. At the time, Longi…

Everybody Solar has announced the completion of its largest solar energy installation at the Adventure Science Center, a nonprofit science and technology center in Nashville, Tennessee, that enhances the center’s sustainability efforts and serves as a vital educational tool for the community . The newly installed 72.32 kW solar panel aligns with Adventure Science Center’s mission to open every mind to the wonders of science and technology, promoting a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us. “We are thrilled to partner with Adventure Science Center on this impactful project,” said Myriam Scally, Executive Director of Everybody Solar. “This…

The Golden State recently signed AB 2661, which gives the Westland Water District the authority to develop transmission lines that will enable solar and storage projects on 130,000 acres of reduced drainage agricultural land. October 18, 2024 John Fitzgerald Weaver By pv magazine USA A coalition of farmers and lawmakers is working to promote the Valley Clean Infrastructure Plan (VCIP), with the goal of building transmission lines that could deliver 20 GWac of solar and energy storage to California. The California Legislature made this local control possible through the passage of AB 2661. The plan calls for private investors to…

France-based PV manufacturer Carbon is currently involved in a patent proceeding with JA Solar over the tunneling of silicon oxide (SiO2) layers, doped polysilicon layers and electrodes in tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar products. October 16, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Chinese solar panel manufacturer JA Solar and France-based Carbon are now discussing patent-related disagreements, as initially claimed by China’s Astronergy and later confirmed by JA Solar itself. pv magazine initially reported that JA Solar had filed a lawsuit against Carbon, but the French company now says this was incorrect. The two companies are not currently involved in a formal lawsuit.…