Author: solarenergy

Paired powera manufacturer of solar microgrid systems and software, partners with PHNXXan Australia-based designer and manufacturer of modular microgrid systems, to create PairPHNXX, a portable microgrid solution that requires no assembly. PairPHNXX of paired power supply and PHNXX. PairPHNXX can be set up and installed in a day to power electrical systems with limited or no grid connection, including ranching and farming operations, construction, mining and military applications. Other applications include emergency management and response and powering off-grid or remote communities that have little to no energy infrastructure. The Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy, a Native-led 501c3 nonprofit organization supporting…

Indoor PV specialist Epishine has received direct funding of SEK 33.7 million ($3.46 million) from the Swedish Energy Agency for the expansion of its roll-to-roll production line. October 13, 2025 Valerie Thompson Epishine, a Swedish manufacturer of organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells, has received direct funding of SEK 33.7 million ($3.46 million) from the Swedish Energy Agency (SEA) to expand the capacity of its industrial roll-to-roll PV production line. The six-year-old company produces thin and flexible indoor PV modules that can be integrated into self-powered electronic devices such as remote controls, asset trackers, remote sensors and retail display equipment. “Being selected…

The Co-op Group has relaunched Co-op Power, its co-operative energy purchasing arm, to help UK businesses source clean energy for their operations.Co-op Power’s offering, which previously only operated internally, will include consultancy, energy purchasing, portfolio and invoice management and account management.The relaunch follows two years of internal reforms, including strengthening the hedging strategy and expanding corporate power purchase agreements (cPPAs).According to the Co-op’s Chief Procurement Officer, Imran Rasul, the group has “reengineered” its approach to make Co-op Power “stronger and more resilient than ever”.The Co-op Group is active in the areas of food, retail, funerals, insurance and legal services. Co-op…

Sinn Power has deployed a 1.8 MW vertical solar panel on a quarry lake in the Bavarian municipality of Gilching. The company emphasizes the ecological benefits of the vertical system configuration and, perhaps surprisingly, its high resistance to storms. October 13, 2025 Jochen Siemer By pv magazine Germany German developer Sinn Power has announced the completion of what it claims is the world’s largest floating photovoltaic installation, featuring vertically oriented solar panels. The company said its SKipp-Float system offers notable benefits in storm resistance. The mounting structure is designed to allow the modules to flex under wind loads via a…

The Trump administration cancels a major solar project in Nevada The Trump administration has canceled the proposed Esmeralda 7 Solar Project in Nevada, which would have been one of the largest solar energy facilities in the world. Bureau of Land Management officials announced Thursday that an environmental impact assessment of the proposed renewable energy facility has been canceled, which in turn cancels the project, Politico reported. The canceled project would have built seven solar energy generation projects at the Esmeralda site, which would have covered 118,000 acres of land in Nevada’s Esmeralda County and about 30 miles west of Tonopah…

Coolsheet has begun a commercial pilot of its Australian-made photovoltaic thermal (PVT) system at the North Sydney Olympic Pool, converting standard solar panels into hybrid units that generate both electricity and heat. October 10, 2025 Ev Foley By pv magazine Australia Sydney-based climate technology startup Coolsheet has launched a commercial-scale pilot of its Australian-made PVT system, a patented aluminum heat exchange panel that converts standard solar panels into hybrid units for both new and retrofit projects. The pilot is underway at the North Sydney Olympic Pool, designed to maximize on-site renewable generation from limited roof space by attaching Coolsheet heat…

Commercial lending platform Sunstone credit has released a new loan specifically designed for standalone commercial energy storage: SOL. Sunstone’s SOL offers businesses of all sizes an easy and affordable way to purchase battery storage systems and associated upgrades without having to pay any cash upfront. Key features include: Competitive financing with a fixed interest rate and predictable monthly payments Conditions up to 10 years or the guaranteed battery life Streamlined application and acceptance process for speed and efficiency Custom financing for projects from $50,000 to $6 million Availability for both standalone battery projects and upgrades of existing solar installations “We…

In a new weekly update for pv magazineSolcast, a DNV company, reports that September was dominated by a persistent high-pressure system centered over Eastern Europe. This atmospheric blocking pattern suppressed cloud formation and created ideal conditions for solar radiation over a wide swath of the continent. October 10, 2025 Solcast Europe’s solar industry saw mixed radiation patterns in September as widespread high-pressure conditions delivered above-average radiation across much of the continent, even as severe floods and storms disrupted solar potential in key regions such as France, Italy and the United Kingdom. This variability is expected to continue, with a clear…

The benefits of solar panels for businesses are numerous, including significantly lower utility costs and the ability to use sustainable energy for a cleaner environment. But how would a company interested in solar panels on their commercial building get started? In this article, we’ll discuss the electrical infrastructure a building needs to accommodate solar panels and any additional regulations a business needs to follow when designing a commercial solar project.  Commercial Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility for Solar Panels When looking to install solar panels for commercial buildings, it is important to match the solar PV system with the electrical infrastructure of the building.…

SiteCapture has announced its partnership with Palmetto LightReach to support third party ownership (TPO) business models for solar contractors. With a new direct integration, all necessary photos and data captured with SiteCapture sync seamlessly with Palmetto LightReach, ensuring lender documentation is complete, accurate, and ready for quick review. The SiteCapture and Palmetto LightReach integration enables significant efficiency gains for solar EPCs: Seamless Photo and Data Transfer – Photos, videos, and documentation captured in the SiteCapture mobile app sync directly to Palmetto LightReach for funding milestone assessments. Pre-built mobile form templates – Pre-built forms tailored to TPO project requirements make it…