Welcome back to this two-part series on how to gain a competitive edge with n-type TOPCon solar technology! In the previous entry in this series, we covered the basics of n-type TOPCon and what differentiates it from PERC cells. We also dove into details on how this advanced technology enables the Vertex N to …
Yearly Archives: 2023
Gain a Competitive Edge with N-type TOPCon: The New Standard for Solar – Part 1 of 2: Vertex N
Solar innovation remains a driving force that propels the industry forward as we enter the post-grid parity era. Among the latest advancements pushing the boundaries of PV module performance, n-type TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) solar technology shines as the new standard. Trina Solar’s cutting-edge Vertex N and Vertex S+ modules lead the way …
First n-type TOPCon cells roll off Trina Solar’s production line in Qinghai
The first 210mm n-type TOPCon cells have been produced in Trina Solar’s net-zero park in Qinghai province on Aug 1, marking the mass production of the 5GW n-type TOPCon cell capacity. It is a milestone in Trina Solar’s integrated layout of n-type technology, which incorporates the entire industry supply chain of ingot, wafer, cell, and …
Trina Solar named Overall Highest Achiever by RETC for fourth time
Trina Solar has again been recognized as the Overall Highest Achiever for the outstanding performance of its Vertex N 700W series modules in the RETC 2023 PV Module Index Report, published recently. This is the fourth time Trina Solar has been honored with the accolade, exemplifying its leadership in the PV industry. The annual report …
Trina Solar again ranked in top AAA category in PVtech bankability
Trina Solar has been ranked in the top AAA category for the fifth consecutive quarter in PV Tech’s PV ModuleTech Bankability Ratings for Q2’2023, underlining the company’s leadership status in high reliability, advanced technology, shipments, and sound financial performance. Trina has now been recognized as an ‘Overall High Achiever’ by RETC for three consecutive years …
Trina Solar supplies 463MW Vertex modules to hybrid hydro-solar power plants
Trina Solar has begun to supply 463.18MW of Vertex 580W modules to the Xigu and Xieka hybrid hydro-solar power plants in Sichuan province, China. Located in Jiulong County, an area of rugged terrain and significant variations of altitude, the two plants will help promote the development of green energy and environmental protection locally to act …
Experts underline the quality, reliability, and performance of Vertex N modules
Representatives of the independent test laboratory RETC, the world’s leading independent testing organization UL, and the leading global PV and smart energy total solution provider Trina Solar have met to discuss the outstanding advantages of n-type photovoltaic modules. Representatives talked about the quality, reliability, and performance of Trina Solar’s Vertex N modules. These modules have …
Leveraging N-Type Solar Modules to Accelerate Renewable Energy Deployment in the Face of Extreme Heat
N-Type PV modules present a compelling solution to mitigate the impact of rising temperatures on utility-scale solar projects. These advanced solar panels offer several key advantages that utility-scale solar project developers and EPC firms can leverage for lower levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) and improved project economics, two key factors in accelerating renewable energy deployment …
Trina Solar and Aquila Clean Energy sign framework agreement for the supply of 800MW of solar modules for projects in Southern Europe
11 July 2023 – Trina Solar, a global leader in smart solar energy solutions for a net-zero future, and Aquila Clean Energy EMEA, Aquila Group’s clean energy development platform in Europe, have signed a framework agreement for the supply of 800MW of photovoltaic modules for part of Aquila Clean Energy’s portfolio in Southern Europe. The agreement …
Trina Solar takes lead in standardization initiative to unify module dimensions
On July 7, 2023, nine module manufacturers, including Trina Solar, reached a consensus on standardizing the dimensions of rectangular silicon wafer modules to 2382x1134mm, based on Trina Solar’s 210R modules with dimensions of 2384x1134mm launched in April 2022. At the same time, the nine companies have called for current and future designs for the 210mm series modules to adhere to the …
