PV Mag talks about the trend around larger wafer and module sizes, looking at the recent heavy push for more power output in recent years and what it has meant for the market. Topics include negatively-doped, “n-type” cells vs. positively-doped “p-type, TOPCon and cost, module dimensions, and standardization.
Senators Joe Manchin and John Barrasso released the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024 that seeks to accelerate the permitting processes for energy and mineral projects of all types in the U.S. It looks to do this via shortened timelines, before, during, and after litigation on federal authorizations for energy (including clean energy) and mineral projects.
Utility Dive discusses some innovations in development to make a real dent in the interconnection backlog. They particularly discuss the Texas “connect and manage” streamlined interconnection option and SPP’s work to link system planning with the interconnection process across its multi-state region as well as California’s various enhancements.
In this Solar Maverick Podcast, Benoy speaks with Garrett Peterson, Co-Founder of Sigma Renewable (an independently owned solar and storage development firm) about solar and storage development, why to get in early in different markets, and what he learned from being an entrepreneur.
JinkoSolar unveils its N-Type TopCon series in this presentation, discussing its strategy, tech innovations, and 2024 market plans for 2024. They discuss product growth from 15% cell efficiency and its goal to reach 33% efficiency in 2028. The rep discusses their tech innovation approach via HOT 3.0 – cutting surface passivation and how it will impact efficiency, weather resistance, reliability and more. They also detail their efforts to engage in zero-carbon manufacturing, develop cutting-edge anti-dust and anti-hail tech, and reach high mechanical strength and strong fire ratings. The video is below.
Enphase walks through detailed specs for their C&I offerings, their “Commercial Energy System and Installer Platform”. They deep dive into the manufacturing and features of the IQ8P-3P microinverter and IQ Gateway Commercial 2. The video is below.
The Pitch looks at various aspects of the Avalon Whole Home Energy Storage System from Fortress Power: home pricing and loan program advantages, warranty, the smart energy panel specs, battery stackability and UL 9540 sizing details, install explanation, the hybrid inverter details, and more. The video is below.