First attempt to design CIGS/SWCNT tandem solar cells promises 38.91% efficiency
Indian researchers have proposed to build tandem solar cells based on a CIGS top cell and a bottom cell relying on a single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) absorber. SWCNTs were previously used in solar research as an alternative to conventional metal grid contacts or hole transport layers (HTLs), as they combine optoelectronic properties, flexibility, chemical stability, and simple transfer protocols.
PV modules now selling in Europe for €0.10/W to €0.115/W
Solar module prices could slightly increase as European warehouses reduce their panel stockpiles, says Leen van Bellen, business development manager Europe for Search4Solar, a Dutch purchasing platform for solar products. He tells pv magazine that TOPCon modules will soon overtake traditional PERC products in Europe.
Waaree Energies secures 280 MW bifacial solar modules contract with Mahindra Susten
Waaree Energies has secured the contract to supply 280 MW of its AHNAY Series 545 Wp bifacial glass-to-glass solar modules to Mahindra Susten.
Nova Solar expanding PV module manufacturing capacity to 1.2 GW
Nova Solar (Novasys Greenergy) will reach a PV module production capacity of 1.2 GW per year with the commissioning of new stringer machines by mid-April.
Meyer Burger prepares to shut down plant in Germany
Swiss solar panel maker Meyer Burger will seek shareholder approval for a rights issue of as much as CHF 250 million ($284 million) to finance the completion of its US manufacturing facilities in Colorado and Arizona.
Triple-junction perovskite–perovskite–silicon solar cell achieves record-breaking efficiency of 24.4%
Developed by scientists in Germany, the triple-junction cell is based on a perovskite top cell with an energy bandgap of 1.84 eV, a perovskite middle cell with bandgap of 1.52 eV, and a silicon bottom cell with a bandgap of 1.1 eV. The device achieved an open-circuit voltage of 2.84 V, a short-circuit current of 11.6 mA cm–2, and a fill factor of 74%.
SECI tenders for 900 MW of DCR solar modules using made-in-India cells
Solar manufacturers have until March 12 to bid for domestic manufacturing and supply of solar modules with made-in-India PV cells.
Waaree showcases 420 Wp mono PERC flexible solar module at Intersolar India
Waaree’s FLW series flexible, lightweight solar panels seamlessly integrate into diverse environments. These are ideal for applications where traditional rigid panels may pose challenges.
Solar cell prices hold steady as market weighs feasibility of increasing prices
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
Navitas Solar launches n-type TOPCon bifacial modules
Navitas Solar has launched its latest n-type TOPCon bifacial modules with power outputs from 560 W to 630 W per panel and efficiency of 21.7% to greater than 22%.
