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Researchers led by Guido Pagano of Rice University used a specialized quantum device to simulate a vibrating molecule and track how energy moves within it. The work, published December 5 in Nature Communications, could improve understanding of the basic mechanisms behind phenomena such as photosynthesis and solar energy conversion. The researchers modeled a simple molecule with two locations, where one part provides energy and the other part receives, both shaped by vibrations and their environment. By tuning the system, they could directly observe energy moving from donor to acceptor and study how vibrations and energy loss affect that transfer, providing…
The Chinese PV equipment supplier said the result was certified by the German Institute for Solar Energy Research in Hamelin (ISFH). The cell was fabricated using Maxwell’s in-house equipment for heterojunction production lines and end-to-end process flow. February 4, 2026 Vincent Shaw China-based PV equipment supplier Suzhou Maxwell Technologies Co., Ltd. has announced that it has achieved an energy conversion efficiency of 26.92% for a heterojunction (HJT) solar cell. The result was independently certified by the Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin (ISFH) in Germany. The cell also recorded an open-circuit voltage of 951.7 mV, a short-circuit current of 9.112…
Indian solar manufacturer Loom Solar has launched a 125 kW/261 kWh CAML battery energy storage system (BESS) for commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. The BESS is scalable up to 1 MWh. February 4, 2026 Uma Gupta By ESS news Indian solar manufacturer Loom Solar has launched a 125 kW/261 kWh CAML battery energy storage system (BESS) for commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. The company says the system is designed as a cleaner and quieter alternative to conventional diesel generators to provide uninterrupted power and reduce production losses due to grid disruptions. The BESS is scalable up to 1 MWh. According…
German inverter and battery manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG has unveiled a modular lithium iron phosphate battery system for commercial and industrial applications, with capacities ranging from 89 kWh to 197 kWh and integrated cybersecurity features. February 4, 2026 Marian Willuhn German inverter and battery manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG has introduced a new commercial energy storage solution, the SMA Storage XL Package, aimed at commercial and industrial solar installations. The system is expected to be launched in Germany and other European countries in the second quarter of 2026. The Storage XL Package consists of a battery cabinet with a…
This is evident from a national poll conducted by Fabrizio, Lee & AssociationsRepublicans and voters who supported President Donald Trump approve of solar energy. The survey was conducted on behalf of the American solar panel manufacturer First solar energy. Fabrizio, Lee & Associates surveyed 800 Republicans, Republican Independents and Trump Supporters (GOP+) and found: They favor the use of utility-scale solar by a margin of more than 20 points, with 51% in favor. If the panels used for solar energy are American-made and have no ties to China, support for solar energy increases even further. Those in favor rise to…
Module quality, reliability and proven performance are at the heart of bankability assessments and investment decisions for solar PV projects, said Chao Jia, president of LONGi Europe for DG. He says this is why advanced module technologies such as back contact are gaining relevance. February 4, 2026 What factors are driving the shift to advanced solar PV module technologies for C&I rooftop projects in Europe? Chao Jia: Businesses across Europe are dealing with volatile energy prices and increasing pressure to decarbonise their core activities, while grid connections are limited or delayed. Many companies want to produce more of their own…
Chinese battery manufacturer Cornex New Energy entered into a strategic partnership agreement to supply 5.5 GWh of energy storage products to Saudi Arabia-based Al Rajhi Electrical in partnership with Shanghai Greengrid on February 3, during a signing ceremony in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Under the agreement, Cornex – Al Rajhi Electrical’s first Chinese strategic partner in the energy storage sector – will supply 5.5 GWh of lithium battery products over the next three years and provide technical support to help set up local production facilities. Shanghai Greengrid will act as the strategic platform for the tripartite collaboration and support the entire…
Clean slate solar energy has successfully brought two new community solar projects online in Landover, Maryland, delivering locally generated clean energy to residents while expanding access to meaningful electricity savings for low- and moderate-income (LMI) households. 3101 Penny The two projects have a total capacity of 1.7 MW: 1,297 kW at the 3101 Pennsy project and 435 kW at the 3333 Pennsy site. Together, the projects on existing commercial rooftops will serve hundreds of community solar subscribers, with at least 51% of capacity dedicated to income-qualified households. Subscribers are expected to receive guaranteed savings on their electricity bills, with no…
South Korean researchers have developed a supervised learning framework that accurately predicts PV power without the need for radiation sensors during operation, but instead using routine meteorological data. The model reportedly showed strong out-of-sample performance, while outperforming conventional radiation-based approaches, especially under noisy or inconsistent data conditions. February 4, 2026 Lior Kahana A research team from South Korea has developed a new supervised learning framework that jointly estimates irradiance and regresses PV power. “The model first learns a proxy for the irradiance of routine meteorological signals and then uses that proxy for PV power regression,” said corresponding author Sangwook Park.…
Saudi researchers outlined opportunities for Saudi Arabia to achieve net-zero emissions from its energy sector by 2060, requiring up to 3.6% of the land – mainly for onshore wind – while 151.3 GW of solar power covers just 0.16% of the land. February 4, 2026 Emiliano Bellini A group of researchers from Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) have outlined a potential path for the kingdom to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060, concluding that the required efforts could lead to the occupation of about 3.6% of Saudi land, especially in the northeastern region. “Under the high-demand…