From powering racecars to cities, Trina Solar continues to implement its vision of providing clean, renewable solar energy to the world. Two recent stories illustrate Trina’s success in this mission: Using its solar panels to power Dubai’s ‘Sustainable City’ and the race-winning car in the “Dream Class” of the “FIA Electric & New Energy Championship 2017” in Japan. …
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Why half-cut solar cells make a smart addition to the PV world
As demand for PV products continue to surge, solar module manufacturers have continued innovating their offerings. From smart PV solutions to passivated emitted rear cell (PERC) modules, these new products provide more options for end users to optimize their solar PV systems and expedite return on investment. Another recent development in the evolution of PV …
The myth of premium solar PV panels
When you consider installing a solar PV system on your house, you have a lot of options to choose from, including long-term goals, price points and your eventual return on investment. The purchase is a unique consumer experience, akin to buying a car or even the house where the panels will reside. Because of the technical …
Trinasolar innovations displayed at SPI this year
As a market leader, Trina Solar attended Solar Power International – one of the world’s biggest showcases for everything currently happening in the world of solar power, along with what tomorrow holds in store for this renewable energy source. There was a lot to be excited about in 2017. Not only is Trina continuing its’ partnership with world-renowned Cirque …
Trinasolar Scores Big on PV Module Reliability Scorecard Report
DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts and certification body, just released its third annual PV Module Reliability Scorecard Report. This report offers the most complete publicly available comparison of PV module reliability test results and acts as a benchmark for project investors and solar PV manufacturers on the state of the …
Solar 101: What’s your Solar IQ?
For many homeowners facing rising electricity rates and growing concern over increases in carbon emissions, solar power is increasingly looking more favorable. However, unlike the traditional grid system that provides energy to homes, allowing someone to simply flip on a light switch to get power, utilizing a residential solar system involves having a basic understanding …
What if my solar panels produce more electricity than I can use?
When considering whether to install a solar system on your home or business, you might be surprised to learn there are even more advantages than you previously thought. While solar power provides a clean, renewable source of energy and offers substantial financial savings over the life of the solar system, you may also be able …
Testing bifacial solar PV modules: Outperforming energy output expectations
Once you’ve decided to install a solar PV array, you want to obtain the fastest possible return on investment (ROI). There are many options that will impact how quickly you recoup your investment, including the location of the installation, its layout and the smart solar features incorporated. One aspect of this equation that plays a very important role …
Options to increase energy density for solar PV arrays
Finding new ways to boost the energy density of a solar PV array remains a top priority for engineers and manufacturers. Without constant technological upgrades, conventional solar panels hit an efficiency ceiling, limiting the total amount of power produced. Energy density is the key to increasing power, so researchers have been heightening the efficiency of solar …
How solar-powered microgrids help communities around the world
Distributed energy resources, such as solar photovoltaic systems, are a novel means to provide usable electricity to areas currently underserved by utility companies. In addition, distributed energy resources also offer a clean alternative to the traditional, carbon-intensive national grid that currently delivers electricity to much of the country. These small-scale grids act as ideal backups for …
