Waaree commissions first phase of 5.4 GW solar cell factory
Waaree Energies has started commercial production from the first 1.4 GW out of the planned 5.4 GW solar cell manufacturing capacity in Chikhli, Gujarat.
Rayzon Solar secures 280 MW TOPCon module order for Mahindra Susten’s PV project
Rayzon Solar will manufacture and supply 280 MWp of its 16-busbar TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) PV panels to Mahindra Susten.
Premier Energies Q3 profit surges 490.58% YoY
The solar manufacturer had an orderbook of 4,539 MW worth INR 69,461 million as of Dec. 31, 2024, across modules (63%), cells (36%), and EPC services (1%).
Solex Energy commissions 800 MW solar module line
Solex’s new line is tailored for mass production of n-type, rectangular-cell TOPCon solar modules ranging from 585 Wp to 625 Wp.
Reducing TOPCon solar cell degradation via copper plating
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have used a 1 µm copper plating layer on the front silver grid of a TOPCon solar cell to create a protective barrier that reportedly reduces corrosion susceptibility. The cell showed significantly lower contaminant-induced degradation that unprotected reference devices.
TOPCon IP battle intensifies with Qcells launching infringement notices
Qcells has launched an intellectual property (IP) dispute over alleged unauthorized use of its patented laser-enhanced contact opening (LECO) tech in tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cells. The case underscores rising tensions in the PV industry over TOPCon patents.
Global solar module prices mixed on varying demand expectations
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.
JinkoSolar sues Longi for TOPCon patent infringement
JinkoSolar has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Longi over tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell technology, with the first hearing scheduled for Feb. 13, 2025.
The evolving landscape of solar manufacturing
Countries worldwide are increasingly implementing customs duties as a strategy to curb imports, protect local industries, and promote domestic growth. These sanctions are only expected to increase further as China continues to dominate the solar manufacturing space.
Waaree Energies receives EPD certification for solar panels
The environmental certifications show Waaree’s bifacial mono PERC and TOPCon solar panels are designed to reduce environmental footprints.
