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Rooftop solar may ‘unintentionally’ exacerbate urban heat

New research from Hong Kong confirms that rooftop PV systems could raise daytime temperatures in urban environments. The scientists explained that although their findings highlight important urban resilience considerations, they should not detract from the broader benefits of PV systems for energy sustainability and carbon reduction.

Swiss developer breaks ground on 1.6 GWh redox flow storage project

The redox flow project has enormous storage capacity, expected to be finished in mid-2028.

Targeted co-financing to support a just transition in emerging economies: IEEFA

Supporting a Just Transition in emerging economies requires not only large-scale capital for infrastructure such as renewables but also targeted financing for communities and small businesses. Capital should be matched to specific activities based on risk and impact, says a new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).

Ecological impact of ground-mounted PV depends on previous land use

Researchers in the Netherlands have identified all major solar power plants in the Dutch Province of Gelderland and have analyzed all of their spatial measures in an effort to assess their impact on landscape. They have specifically focused on land use competition, biodiversity, and landscape experience.

How the EU’s Omnibus will impact Indian companies?

The Omnibus Proposal’s sustainability mandates can either unlock new market opportunities and enhance India’s global standing, or create trade barriers that can damage brand’s reputation and hamper profits. Indian businesses can’t afford to ignore this shift.

China polysilicon prices fall 11.76% since early April peak

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, reports thatglobal polysilicon negotiations remain challenging, as buyers and sellers continue to struggle to reach agreements on pricing amid a persistent supply-demand imbalance. Furthermore, it reveals that China’s polysilicon futures market could imply a further 13% drop for Nov 2025 delivery contracts.

TNO, Solarge unveil lightweight perovskite solar module prototype

TNO and Solarge have developed a lightweight perovskite solar module prototype measuring 32 cm x 34 cm by combining roll-to-roll processing and low-weight panel materials. The Netherlands-based partners aim to scale the technology for broader commercial applications.

Longi unveils 700 W back-contact PV panel with world record silicon solar cell

Chinese solar manufacturer Longi unveiled a new PV module with 25.9% efficiency at the 2025 SNEC trade show this week in Shanghai, produced using both low- and high-temperature passivation techniques.

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Global shipments of solar trackers rise 20%, U.S slips in market share

The United States continues to dominate the solar tracker mount market, with Nextracker securing the top spot globally in 2024.

Understanding P50, P90, and P99 in solar energy

In the solar energy sector, P50, P90, and P99 represent the probability that a project will generate at least a certain amount of electricity in a given year. This article explains what these probabilities mean, why they are important, how they are calculated, and how to use them.

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