Brazil raises solar module import duty from 9.6% to 25%
Brazilian PV association ABSolar says the Brazilian government’s decision to raise the import duty on solar modules from 9.6% to 25% could slow the country’s energy transition and negatively affect ongoing projects.
Maxeon solar panels shipped from Mexico denied entry to U.S.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection blocked Maxeon products despite “having provided clear and objective evidence” of a compliant supply chain.
PowerChina launches 52 GW solar module, inverter tender
PowerChina has launched a 52 GW procurement plan for 2025, which includes solar modules, inverters, and 16 GWh of energy storage systems.
Solar stocks plummet, market is ‘wildly emotional’ about Trump
Solar stocks have fallen since Donald Trump’s election, but Sunnova CEO John Berger says the market is misjudging the strength of the industry under the new administration.
KRICT sets world record with 20.6% efficiency for large-area perovskite cells
The Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT) has set a world record for power conversion efficiency at 20.6% for large-area perovskite solar cells exceeding 200 cm². The result, confirmed by Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE (Fraunhofer ISE), marks a significant milestone in solar cell technology.
Australia hits 4 million rooftop PV installations, reaching 25 GW of capacity
Australia has recorded its 4 millionth rooftop solar installation, maintaining its status as a world leader with 25 GW of total capacity, surpassing the amount of nationwide coal generation.
Digital twin for autonomous aerial monitoring of PV power plants
An international research team has created a digital twin that purportedly enables analysis of different scenarios on PV plants’ aerial monitoring. The new tool is claimed to reduce the risk associated with real-world experimentation and help identify the most effective strategies to improve PV system monitoring.
Indium-free chalcopyrite solar cell achieves 12.25% efficiency
Japanese scientists have developed a wide-bandgap chalcopyrite solar cell that can reportedly achieve high open-circuit voltage and fill factor values. The device is intended for use in top cell applications in tandem devices.
Solar modules now selling for less than €0.06/W in Europe
Solar module prices reached a new low this week, says Leen van Bellen, business development manager Europe for Search4Solar, a European purchasing and selling platform for solar products. He tells pv magazine that prices will remain low in the short term.
UtmoLight unveils 450 W perovskite solar module with 16.1% efficiency
Chinese manufacturer UtmoLight has developed a 450 W perovskite solar module with a 16.1% efficiency rating. It claims that the panel is currently the largest perovskite PV module available.
