Now that one of the biggest solar trade shows of the year has concluded, we want to give readers a glimpse of Trina Solar’s experience at Solar Power International 2019. Big thanks to SEIA and Salt Lake City, UT for being gracious hosts as well as our hard-working team that builds and breaks down the …
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Trinasolar’s Commitment to Sustainable Practices Strong as Ever
For some solar manufacturers, simply building solar modules is the beginning and end of their role in building a more sustainable world. For Trina Solar, though, that’s just one aspect of the company’s overall commitment to sustainability. From the initial materials procurement stage to the modules’ end of life stages, Trina Solar has remained dedicated …
Sneak Peek: Trinasolar at SPI 2019
In just a few weeks, the largest gathering of solar, smart energy, energy storage and hydrogen fuel cells professionals in North America will take place at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. September 23rd through 26th marks North America Smart Energy Week, powered by industry-leading organizations the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and …
On-Site Supervision to Lower Solar Install Times
Once all the project funding, system designing and materials sourcing come together for a solar PV array, it’s time to install the components and build out the new facility. For utility-scale project cost control, two of the most important factors to consider during installation are the duration and the quality of the work. The system …
Streamlining Solar Site Commissioning to Create Long-Term Project Value
A solar site commissioning process is necessary to ensure that a utility-scale or C&I solar installation is safely built to code and produces energy according to design objectives. At this point, the system is ready to connect to the grid and begin transferring energy. This crucial phase in the overall solar site build-out must be …
Easily Navigating Site Requirements for Utility-Scale Solar Installations
Operating a utility-scale solar installation involves site developers meeting the proper requirements necessary for interconnection to the electrical grid. With so many different jurisdictions around the country, incorrectly navigating the numerous bureaucratic and technical requirements can put a major dent in the economic viability of solar PV installation. This makes it imperative for solar development …
Celebrating over 2 million solar installations in the U.S.
The U.S. recently achieved a major milestone by surpassing 2 million solar installations, according to the latest data from the Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables. This landmark represents a significant boom in the growth of this vital industry. While it took 40 years for the U.S. to reach 1 million …
How to obtain the best value for the land at a solar PV site
Before breaking ground on a new solar PV array, screening the right site for the installation is an important early step in the process. This phase requires an extensive preliminary analysis and feasibility study to determine whether the likely site will be viable for solar production. Due to the host of factors influencing the decision …
The Power of True Solar Innovation
As the solar industry continues to grow in leaps and bounds, Trina Solar remains dedicated to perfecting and producing the innovations necessary to fuel this growth. From breaking records in solar cell efficiency to building more durable solar modules, there’s plenty of ways to implement innovative new features and components. But what makes a solar …
Value Engineering Solar Projects for Cost Efficiency
Not all solar companies offer the same options and perks, and it’s important to distinguish what makes one solar company stand out amongst the crowded field of its peers. This is where value engineering comes into play. Simply put, the ratio of function to cost creates value. By either lowering costs or boosting function, value …
