Solar panels in orbit
Space-based solar power generation has the potential to address many of the challenges that terrestrial systems face.
The role of renewable energy in achieving India’s net zero goals
The road to net-zero emissions in India doesn’t require herculean efforts. We can get there by wholeheartedly adopting renewables, investing in innovation and technology, and promoting public-private partnerships to build a better, cleaner, and more sustainable India for generations to come.
Global polysilicon prices hold steady, China polysilicon falls on weak demand
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.
India braces for scorching summer: Record power demand puts coal in spotlight
With temperatures expected to soar beyond 40 degrees Celsius, the spotlight turns to India’s coal-fired power stations, which comprise a hefty 218 GW of the total energy capacity.
PERC solar products hard to sell due to falling TOPCon module prices
Prices for tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar panels continue to fall. pvXchange.com founder Martin Schachinger explains how this will affect the sale of PV modules based on passivated emitter and rear cell (PERC) cells.
Global solar and wind generation will soon pass nuclear, hydro
In a new monthly column for pv magazine, the International Solar Energy Society (ISES) explains how solar and wind are dominating power plant construction.
IEA-PVPS launches action group on agrivoltaics
IEA-PVPS is poised to launch a new format for expert engagement. It will include an action group on agrovoltaics, as well as a collaborative effort to match agriculture and solar generation. It aims to unlock the potential of agrivoltaics, optimize land use efficiency, enhance agricultural resilience to climate change, and foster social consensus for solar development.
Competition, oversupply to reduce n-type solar module prices
Global solar demand will continue to grow in 2024, with module demand likely to reach 492 GW to 538 GW. Amy Fang, a senior analyst at InfoLink, looks at module demand and supply chain inventories in a market still affected by oversupply.
Climate-tech investment: Sustainable growth or looming bubble?
While the first quarter of 2024 has shown a significant and potentially transformative rise in climate-tech funding, the sustainability of this growth remains uncertain.
Navigating the future of hydrogen
Hydrogen, often lauded as a beacon of hope in the quest for a low-carbon future, stands at a pivotal crossroads. As the world grapples with the dual challenges of escalating energy demands and climate change, hydrogen presents a unique opportunity to harmonize industrial development with environmental stewardship. However, its path is fraught with complexities and obstacles that require careful navigation.
