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Also, hot and humid days nearly doubled in the 12-month period till June 22, 2024 compared to the corresponding period in 2022-23, according to a new briefing note by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).

A new analysis finds that back contact solar shows an average lifetime energy generation increase of 16.0% over mono PERC. The paper also says back contact had an average 9.7% shorter payback time and 10.7% lower LCOE across all modelled locations.

As part of our Intersolar 2024 interview series, pv magazine spoke with Bill Mulligan, CEO of Singapore-based IBC solar module maker Maxeon. He states the IBC technology will remain competitive despite overcapacity and dropping modules prices and says Maxeon may enforce intellectual property rights with all existing and new back contact competitors that are allegedly utilizing its technologies.

Achieving and maintaining a capacity utilization factor (CUF) of 19% over 25 years without deration is feasible through careful selection of high-efficiency, low-degradation solar panels, and implementing robust design, maintenance, and monitoring strategies. By following the guidelines provided in this article, developers can ensure compliance with PM-KUSUM scheme and achieve sustainable, long-term performance of their solar power plants.

The updated IEA PVPS Task 12 Fact Sheet provides a comprehensive assessment of the environmental impacts associated with PV systems. It highlights the significant advancements made in PV technology, emphasizing improved efficiencies and reduced environmental footprints.

Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has invited proposals to set up 2 GWh (1 GW x 2 hours) of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected projects of standalone battery energy storage systems. Bidding closes on August 5.

Serentica is seeking technical partners worldwide to set up interstate transmission system-connected battery energy storage systems to supply 800 MWh of battery capacity to Serentica’s round-the-clock green energy projects.

Meyer Burger will start production at its US module factory as it relocates its core operations from Germany to the United States. It is launching production of heterojunction solar modules and securing financing for a new cell plant.

A new working paper by WRI India identifies existing gaps and offers suggestions to design policies that assist micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to switch to clean energy at a faster rate.

SJVN Green Energy Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AM Green Ammonia (India) for long-term supply of renewable energy to AM Green’s forthcoming green ammonia plants in Andhra Pradesh.