Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy solutions, announced that its TOPCon-compatible hybrid back-contact (THBC) solar cell has achieved a conversion efficiency of 28%, verified by the Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin (ISFH) in Germany. This achievement marks the first time a large-format 210R crystalline silicon cell has surpassed the 28% efficiency …
Category Archives: Residential
How & Why Residential Solar Installers Should Use Social Media
Solar installation can be an all-consuming endeavor, so it’s no wonder most residential installers aren’t thinking about social media. They’re busy doing the work — not wasting time talking about it. That’s often the mentality, at least subconsciously. But the reality is your job site is actually your best marketing asset. Are you using it? …
How & Why Residential Solar Installers Should Use Social Media
Solar installation can be an all-consuming endeavor, so it’s no wonder most residential installers aren’t thinking about social media. They’re busy doing the work — not wasting time talking about it. That’s often the mentality, at least subconsciously. But the reality is your job site is actually your best marketing asset. Are you using it? …
Trinasolar to Highlight Domestic Supply Chain Strategy During Wood Mackenzie’s 2026 Solar & Energy Storage Summit
FREMONT, California, April 23, 2026 – Trinasolar, a global leader in solar and integrated energy storage solutions, will participate in Wood Mackenzie’s 19th annual Solar & Energy Storage Summit (SESS) in Denver, Colorado, on April 29-30, 2026. SESS is an influential event that addresses the challenges and opportunities facing the solar and storage sectors in …
Powering a Greener Tomorrow: Trinasolar’s Ongoing Sustainability Journey
The solar industry, at its best, should be synonymous with pioneering sustainability. It’s a foundational principle and a responsibility Trinasolar takes seriously, even as our efforts toward achieving it evolve. We view Earth Day 2026 as an opportunity to reflect on the considerable progress made in the broader clean-energy transition. Trina’s sustainability efforts go well …
Shaving Soft Costs to Remain Competitive in the Residential Solar Sector
If you’ve been in the residential solar sector for more than a few years, you already know the hardware isn’t what’s eating your margin. Soft costs and balance-of-system (BoS) expenses now represent roughly 80% of the total installed price of a residential system, according to 2024 median pricing data from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (released …
Trinasolar Tops BNEF Bankability Rating for the Eighth Time
FREMONT, Calif., March 9, 2026-Trinasolar has once again achieved a 100% bankability rating in BloombergNEF’s (BNEF) PV Module and Inverter Bankability 2025, marking the eighth year it has earned unanimous recognition from all respondents and reinforcing Trinasolar’s global leadership. In the same survey, TOPCon emerged as the only technology that all participants considered bankable, confirming its place as the single mainstream technology in today’s market.
The Great Residential Solar Reset of 2026: Key Takeaways for Installers to Stay Competitive
As the first year unfolds without the foundational Investment Tax Credit (ITC) as a selling point, residential solar installers enter 2026 needing to navigate completely new terrain. The residential solar sector has faced existential threats before, with veteran installers more than familiar with tariff battles, net-metering rollbacks, and supply chain disruptions. Each time, the solar …
Trinasolar Tops Wood Mackenzie’s Global Solar Module Manufacturer Ranking for H1 2025
Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, secured No. 1 in Wood Mackenzie’s Global Solar Module Manufacturer Ranking for H1 2025, supported by its advanced technology, third-party certifications, and strong investment in R&D, underscoring widespread recognition of Trinasolar’s comprehensive strength.
Trinasolar US Launches Faster, Smarter Website Experience for North America
Trinasolar is thrilled to announce the launch of the newly enhanced Trinasolar website for North America, designed to deliver a more intuitive, seamless, and efficient experience for users across the solar industry. Whether you’re a project developer, EPC, installer, or procurement specialist, our upgraded platform helps you find the smart solar and energy storage solutions you need faster and easier than ever before.





