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Chinese PV Industry Brief: Longi ships 17 GW of back-contact modules in 2024

Longi says it shipped 17 GW of back-contact modules in 2024 and cut its net loss to CNY 8.62 billion ($1.18 billion), citing tighter inventory control, cost reductions, and higher investment returns.

China module prices bearish, U.S. prices rise on tariff policies

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, reports that TOPCon modules from China held steady at between $0.085-0.090/W. It also reveals that Europe prices for TOPCon modules of over 450 W rose by 0.96%, assessed at €0.105/W.

Jolywood’s laser-assisted firing process increases TOPCon solar cell efficiency by 0.6%, says UNSW research

New research from the University of New South Wales have found that the Special Injected Metallization (JSIM) technique developed by Chinese manufacturer Jolywood can considerably increase TOPCon solar cell efficiency. The scientists described precisely how laser-assisted firing enhances cell performance, reportedly filling critical gaps in industrial TOPCon cell optimization.

Scientists fabricate all-organic solar cell with record 8.7% efficiency

A team of Japan-based scientists have set a new power conversion efficiency record for all-organic solar cells, more than doubling the previous record. They say the cell was developed with rganic electrodes with high conductivity that required no acid doping or high-temperature heating, which avoids damage to the plastic substrates.

Credence Solar unveils 600 W TOPCon PV panel

India’s Credence Solar has unveiled the Hyper Nova N TOPCon module series available in power outputs from 580 W to 600 W with front-side power conversion efficiency of 22.45% to 23.25%, respectively.

Artificial light tests for indoor PV

Researchers at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya in Spain evaluated 12 PV devices from 11 suppliers for indoor use, identifying several systems capable of powering remote sensor nodes with a 10 cm² surface area and advancing to testing under natural indoor light.

Cooling PV modules with porous silicon-carbide ceramic, PCM

Researchers in Iran developed a passive solar module cooling method using silicon carbide porous ceramic. When combined with phase change materials, the technique reportedly boosts panel performance by up to 7.4%.

PV module cleaning should be included in green building standards

Scientists in Sudan have called for the inclusion of PV module cleaning operations in green building standards to address a key maintenance gap in renewable energy systems. It would target improved system performance in environments where dust and soiling pose persistent challenges.

Winaico launches glass-glass solar module series on European market

Winaico has released a new glass-glass solar module series in Europe, offering a 460 W model and a full-black 450 W version built with monocrystalline n-type cells. The Taiwan-based company says the modules target high-efficiency performance and durability.

Panasonic exits solar and battery storage

Panasonic has told its installation partners that it will no longer produce products for the residential solar and storage markets, but will continue to offer warranty and installation support for existing and ongoing projects.

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