Canadian Solar presents 660 W ‘low-carbon’ heterojunction module with 24.4% efficiency
The new products are available in nine versions with power output ranging from 620 W to 660 W and power conversion efficiency spanning from 23.0% to 24.4%. Canadian Solar said the panels have a carbon footprint of 285 kg CO₂eq/kW, which is reportedly one of the lowest among all silicon-based solar modules worldwide.
Vikram Solar to supply 200 MW of TOPCon modules to AB Energia
Vikram Solar’s M10R n-type TOPCon modules will be deployed across AB Energia’s PV projects across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat.
China’s TOPCon cell prices rise on tighter downstream oversight
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.
What most people don’t know about solar layouts
This article discusses the often-overlooked technical considerations involved in designing and laying out a high-performance solar system.
AB Energia enters solar structure manufacturing
AB Energia, an end-to-end solar EPC solutions provider in India, has entered manufacturing of high-performance fixed-tilt steel structures with the launch of its subsidiary, AVIISII Electric Systems.
AI + ESG: A new era for supply chain sustainability and predictive risk management
The integration of AI and ESG is redefining what supply chain management can be. AI brings the speed, scale, and foresight to manage complexity with confidence. ESG ensures that capability is channelled into transparent, accountable, and sustainable outcomes.
Global H2 investment tops $110 billion, says Hydrogen Council
Global hydrogen investment has topped $110 billion, up $35 billion from last year, with total committed capacity exceeding 6 million tons (metric tons) per year (mtpa), says the Hydrogen Council.
US authorities warn of hidden radios in PV-powered highway infrastructure
The US Federal Highway Administration (FHA) has warned that cellular radios have been found in unspecified foreign-made inverters and batteries used in PV highway infrastructure, according to Reuters. pv magazine speaks with cybersecurity expert Uri Sadot about the risks.
Cummins launches all-in-one containerized BESS solutions in India
Cummins has introduced fully integrated, plug-and-play battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions in India, with capacities ranging from 211 kWh to 2,280 kWh. These AC-output BESS solutions are designed for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical applications and are available in 10-foot and 20-foot container configurations.
Subsidies vs. loans: What really makes rooftop solar affordable for homes?
While subsidies have provided an important early boost, the future of residential solar affordability rests on financing models that expand access consistently. Loans create a pathway for households across diverse income brackets and geographies to invest in clean energy without waiting for government support.
