YIWU, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE, CHINA — Trina Solar, a leading global PV and smart energy total solution provider, has initiated global delivery of its upgraded Vertex S modules, based on 210R cells. The first batches of modules have left the company’s production base in the Chinese city of Yiwu, Zhejiang province, and are now on their …
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How to Cut Solar Red Tape to Mitigate Installation Delays
For rooftop solar installers, local permitting processes and complex federal regulations can bog down installations in red tape, creating frustrating delays and ballooning costs. But a few simple strategies can help installers cut through red tape, keep projects on track, and prevent headaches for homeowners. Let’s take a look at how. Appeal to Local AHJs …
RETC Names Trina Solar ‘Overall High Achiever’ for Vertex 670W Series Modules
FREMONT, CA — Trina Solar has been recognized as an “Overall High Achiever” in the PV Module Index Report 2022 published by the independent Renewable Energy Test Center in California. This distinction reflects success in a number of RETC tests that are significantly more rigorous than the IEC standard, demonstrating the excellent reliability, oustanding performance and superior quality …
Trina Solar Breaks Ground on PV Factory to Support N-Type Technology
XINING, QINGHAI, CHINA — On June 28, Trina Solar held a groundbreaking ceremony for its New Energy Industrial Park project in Xining, provincial capital of the central Chinese province of Qinghai. The project will cover almost the entire PV manufacturing chain from polysilicon production to modules based on 210mm and N-type technology. The factory will …
70MW Fishery PV Project with Trina Solar’s Vertex 600W+ Modules Connected to Grid
CANGZHOU, CHINA — The Fishery Photovoltaic Project, with total installed capacity of 70MW, in Nandagang industry park in Cangzhou, Hebei province, has been connected to the grid recently, fully equipped with Trina Solar’s Vertex 670W modules and n-type Vertex 690W modules. For Trina Solar’s customers, Vertex 600W+ ultra-high power modules represent extremely good value with …
3 Cost Considerations for Utility-Scale Solar Developers
With the Biden administration’s recent pause on the tariffs disrupting the solar industry, it’s time to get back to work. To assist in these efforts, we’ve compiled a list of the top three new considerations for utility-scale solar project developers and EPCs looking to hit the ground running and deliver the most value possible. 1. …
Do Solar Trackers and Bifacial Modules Make Sense for Community Solar C&I Projects?
The California State Assembly recently passed a bill to significantly expand community renewable energy in the state, including community solar farms. According to the bill, the California Public Utility Commission has until March 31, 2023, to open proceedings to establish a community renewable energy program. The California bill follows in the wake of other legislation …
Trina Solar Receives AAA Rating in Latest PV Tech Bankability Report
Trina Solar, the leading global PV and smart energy total solution provider, has been ranked ‘AAA’, the highest category, in the latest PV ModuleTech Bankability report published by PV-Tech. Based on a proprietary analytical model to establish bankability scores and ratings, the report combines both the manufacturing and financial health of companies, the latest issue covering …
Trina Solar receives PVEL “Top Performer” distinction for eighth consecutive year
Trina Solar has once again been placed as a “2022 Top Performer” among global PV module manufacturers by PV Evolution Labs (PVEL), a world-renowned third-party reliability testing laboratory, after months of rigorous testing. This is the eighth recognition in a row, making Trina Solar the solar company with the most wins. It highlights Trina Solar’s commitment …
3 Smart Tactics to Take Residential Solar Sales Strategies to The Next Level
With uncertainty high in the solar industry, now’s a good time for residential solar installers to review their sales strategies and see where they can make improvements. A recent survey from Rocket Homes found that nearly 67% of homeowners showed an interest in going solar, but their biggest roadblock remains the up-front cost. This response …
