ITRPV says solar module prices fell 50% in 2023
The new edition of the International Technology Roadmap for Photovoltaic (ITRPV), published this week, reveals that the world’s installed PV capacity reached 1.6 TW at the end of last year. The learning curve, which reflects average module prices relative to cumulative shipments, is 24.9% for the period from 1976 to 2023.
BNEF Summit highlights sluggish trading of low-carbon hydrogen, derivatives
Analysts at the recent BNEF Summit in Munich discussed delays for hydrogen adoption in European countries, noting that locations are crucial for predicting which hydrogen production plans will proceed. Projects in areas with high amounts of renewables have an advantage.
72% of solar PV modules enlisted in the latest ALMM list are of high-efficiency technologies
Out of the 861 solar PV modules currently enlisted in ALMM, the majority (around 72%) are from high-efficiency technologies. With a 49% share, mono PERC is the most dominant module type in ALMM. Encouragingly, emerging PV module technologies such as n-type TOPCon, Bifacial n-type TOPCon, and Bifacial Mono PERC also account for a significant share of around 22.5%.
Siegwerk inaugurates solar plant for consumption by its Bhiwadi printing ink facility
The solar plant, located in Jaisalmer, is expected to generate 2,028,000 kWh of electricity per year, significantly contributing to Siegwerk’s renewable energy targets.
Panasonic partners Aerem to provide financing to its solar customers
Panasonic Life Solutions India has partnered with Aerem Solutions to facilitate financial assistance for its solar customers in the residential and commercial & industrial (C&I) sectors.
IEC lays ground for flexible silicon solar module standards
In its second monthly column for pv magazine, the IEC highlights the research on flexible crystalline silicon solar cells led by researcher Zhengxin Liu, the Vice Chair of IEC Technical Committee 82, which prepares standards for solar PV energy systems.
Addressing the interconnected challenges of land degradation and climate change
By forging ahead with solar-powered land restoration initiatives, we can build resilient ecosystems, foster sustainable livelihoods and safeguard our planet for generations to come.
IndianOil, Sun Mobility sign battery swapping JV agreement
Indian Oil Corp. and Sun Mobility will form a 50:50 joint venture to undertake and operate battery-as-a-service solution for small-format electric vehicles in India.
Lubi Group commissions solar plant for self-consumption
Lubi Group has commissioned a 4 MW solar power plant for consumption by its foundry operations. The plant is situated in Shinavada, Modasa, Gujarat.
India’s solar energy sector: Challenges, opportunities, and future prospects
India’s solar journey is a tale of turning challenges into opportunities, of harnessing the sun’s boundless energy to light up lives sustainably. On this World Environment Day, India’s solar saga reminds us that with innovation, policy support, and collective will, we can indeed craft a brighter, greener future—one solar panel at a time.
