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 …
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Trinasolar 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 …
Trinasolar 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 …
As Hurricane Risks Rise, C&I Solar Developers Need Reliable and Durable PV Modules
As the transition to a decarbonized future builds momentum and extreme weather events increase, C&I solar project developers and EPCs face new challenges and opportunities. Smaller rooftop installers seeking to join the multi-megawatt club need to be aware of extreme weather conditions, especially in regions like the southern coastal states where irradiance is high but …
TrinaTracker Launches SuperTrack Smart Tracker Control System
May 12th, 2022 — TrinaTracker, a leading tracker solutions provider, launched SuperTrack, an innovative smart control system. The new system was showcased with TrinaTracker’s Vanguard 1P tracker at the Intersolar Europe Exhibition in Munich. SuperTrack includes a Smart Tracking algorithm that increases energy production by up to 3% to 8%, compared with the conventional …
As Obstacles Rock the Utility-Scale Solar Sector, Now’s the Time to Plan
The solar coaster ride continues. Supply chain disruptions, grid interconnection delays, and the possibility of new tariffs on PV panels imported from Southeast Asia are wreaking havoc on long-laid plans and deals throughout the industry. Although the solar industry currently faces its share of challenges, the long-term future still looks sunny for utility-scale solar power. …
Trina Breaks TOPCon PV Cell Efficiency Record! But What’s TOPCon, and Why Should You Know About It?
We’re proud to announce that Trina Solar recently set a new maximum efficiency record of 25.5% for our 210x210mm i-TOPCon solar cell. This achievement marks the 23rd time Trina Solar has set a new world record, and it highlights Trina Solar’s unrivaled prowess in pioneering 210mm i-TOPCon cell technology. To reach this new efficiency level, …
Joining the Multi-Megawatt Club Can Be Challenging, but Trinasolar’s C&I Solutions Makes it Easier
A popular goal for most, if not all, small solar companies is to scale up into the “Multi-Megawatt Club” of contractors and developers. And with demand for renewable energy capacity additions soaring, there have never been more opportunities to join this distinguished club. However, the move from installing smaller rooftop PV systems to larger ground-mount …
Trinasolar’s Global Module Shipments Top 100GW
Trina Solar has reached a remarkable milestone, having shipped 100GW of modules in the 25 years since the company was founded in 1997. Environmental Impact Equivalent to Planting 7.2 Billion Trees Inspired by the signing of the Kyoto Protocol in 1997, Trina Solar was established with headquarters in Changzhou, China, one of the world’s earliest photovoltaic (PV) …
