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Turn energya national renewable energy provider and independent power producer, has completed three community solar projects in Illinois, totaling 13,475 MWAC support from Tapestry, the parent company of accessory brands such as Coach and Kate Spade. In December 2025, Tapestry announced that it had invested in enough renewable electricity to cover energy production in its stores, offices and fulfillment centers worldwide. “Pivot is excited to partner with Tapestry on this portfolio in Illinois,” said Liz Reddington, VP of development at Pivot Energy. “It shows how companies continue to advance sustainable energy solutions while supporting local communities for workforce development, education…
The use of a new roll-to-roll process and optimization technology resulted in polymer films for use in colored PV modules in a potentially wide range of colors with low iridescence and low levels of efficiency loss. January 12, 2026 Valerie Thompson Danish researchers have developed color-tunable film technology, made in a roll-to-roll process, for building integrated PV modules (BIPV). In two recent papers, the researchers detailed an optimization algorithm and process to structure the surface of a polymer film called Colorfoil. This film, which is placed between the encapsulation layer and crystalline silicon (c-Si) solar cells in PV panels, enables…
Chinese state energy group SPIC has launched a 1MW/4MWh pilot project, showcasing a long-duration energy storage alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries and compressed air energy storage (CAES). January 12, 2026 Vincent Shaw By ESS news China’s State Power Investment Corp (SPIC) says it has put into operation the world’s first ultra-high temperature heat pump energy storage system, called ‘Chuno’, after completing a megawatt-scale pilot and third-party performance testing. SPIC’s Central Research Institute (also called SPIC Science and Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd.) launched the technology in Beijing on December 25, describing it as a “Carnot battery” concept that couples a…
A new Perspectives study into the future of the global PV supply chain outlines how module prices, performance and lifespans may evolve over the next 25 years. The work reflects a collaboration between leading solar energy research institutions worldwide. One of the authors of the study, the director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE), said pv magazine that the efficiency of solar modules and cells could exceed 35% by 2050, with panel prices expected to fall by a factor of two. January 12, 2026 Emiliano Bellini An international research team of leading solar PV institutions and companies…
For companies considering solar installations, understanding the regulatory landscape is critical, and determining whether a solar panel construction permit is required is critical. Early 2024,a review led by the Departments for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), Leveling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) and Media and Sport have identified planning rules for solar panels as a key barrier to wider adoption.This guide provides a detailed overview of building permit requirements, with an emphasis on commercial and industrial contexts, to help property owners and energy managers navigate the process effectively.What is a building permit for solar panels?In many cases, solar panels…
The new system is designed for powers of 29.9 kW and 50 kW with a scalable capacity up to 216.9 kWh and is aimed at companies looking for flexible energy storage solutions without the complexity of installation. January 12, 2026 Marija Maisch By ESS news AlphaESS has launched the StaX-M29.9/M50, a modular energy storage system designed for small commercial and industrial (C&I) customers. With a power of 29.9 kW and 50 kW and a scalable capacity up to 216.9 kWh, the system is tailor-made for companies looking for flexible energy storage solutions without the complexity of installation. The system features…
Pegasusa solar mounting manufacturer, has acquired the North American division of Aerocompacta global supplier of solar racks for commercial and industrial (C&I) markets. The acquisition gives Pegasus the exclusive license to manufacture and sell the entire Aerocompact product line in North America. Credit: AEROCOMPACT Aerocompact produces solutions for flat roofs and ground-mounted solar energy racks. Pegasus will offer Aerocompact products through its network of more than 130 distributors in the United States and Canada. “Pegasus customers have repeatedly asked us to develop products for the commercial market,” said Kai Stephan, CEO and founder of Pegasus. “When we saw Aerocompact’s unique…
The Indian PV manufacturer has launched Conserv Augmensheet, a sheet encapsulant for insulation and sealing of busbar and junction box areas in solar panels. The product comes in roll format and supports automatic feeding onto fully automated module production lines, reportedly enabling higher productivity and consistent processing for solar panel production. January 12, 2026 Uma Gupta By pv magazine India RenewSys India, a manufacturer of solar PV components, has launched Conserv Augmensheet, a first-of-its-kind sheet encapsulant specifically formulated for the insulation and sealing of busbar and junction box areas in solar panels. The product comes in reel format and supports…
Germany is estimated to have added 6.57 GWh of stationary battery storage capacity in 2025, an increase of around 8% year-on-year, bringing the total installed capacity to around 24 GWh. Growth was driven by industrial and large-scale systems, even as home storage installations declined and weaker demand for rooftop solar. January 12, 2026 Jonas Brucksch, Jan Figgener, Christopher Hecht, Dirk Uwe Sauer Image: Battery Charts, ISEA RWTH Aachen, www.battery-charts.de By ESS news In Germany, approximately 530,000 new battery storage systems totaling approximately 5.84 GWh have been commissioned and registered, with late registrations expected to increase additional capacity to 6.57 GWh.…
Investor Renewable Power Capital (RPC) and renewable energy developer Greenfield have secured planning permission for two battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Britain.The 30 MW Coventry BESS and 49 MW Sudmeadow Road BESS bring the total progress under a partnership between Greenfield and RPC to 273 MW across seven projects. Both new projects have secured grid connections following the National Energy System Operator (NESO) queuing reform, which saw more BESS offer connection dates than expected but still leaves many developers without viable progress for their energy storage sites.Sudmeadow Road BESS is planned for a brownfield site and will deliver…