Trinasolar’s factory in Yiwu, Zhejiang province, has obtained the 2023 Zero-carbon Factory (Type I) Four-star Certificate from TiGroup, the second time such authoritative green certification has been awarded to it since it became the first zero-carbon factory in the photovoltaic industry last year. Green practices have been adopted in the factory by cutting energy use, …
Category Archives: Residential
Community-Centered Approaches for Addressing Local Resident Pushback in Utility-Scale Solar Projects
Despite the urgent need to deploy substantial renewable energy capacity if the country is to meet its decarbonization goals, utility-scale solar developers and EPCs continue to face ever-present challenges from local resident pushback. Increasingly, project success often hinges on a company’s ability to navigate community concerns effectively and ethically. The recently launched Community-Centered Solar Development …
“What If My Solar Panels Produce Too Much Power?” A Residential Installers’ Guide to the Most Common Solar Customer Questions
As a residential solar installer, success hinges on your ability to address customer concerns confidently and persuasively. From the first interaction to closing the deal, potential clients will bombard you with questions. To convert leads into sales, you need to have well-prepared, consistent answers at your fingertips, along with compelling materials for customers to review …
Bright Spots in a Cloudy Market: Opportunities for Growth in Residential Solar
The residential solar industry faced significant headwinds in 2023, with many top installers losing market share amid challenging economic conditions. However, despite these obstacles, the sector still managed to grow by 12% year-over-year, installing 6.8 MWdc, although project backlog from 2002 drove much of this growth, particularly in California. Looking ahead, installers are navigating a …
Cumulative Shipments of 210mm Modules Surpass 260GW, with Seven of the Top 10 Module Makers Mass Producing 210mm n-type Modules
According to TrendForce, 210mm technology has led to the widespread adoption of this size across all segments of the industry chain. By the first quarter of this year cumulative shipments of 210mm modules (including 210R) had surpassed 260GW. Leading module manufacturers are scaling up production of 210mm modules, with seven of the top 10 module …
Trinasolar Named 2024 Overall Highest Achiever by RETC
Trinasolar has been recognized as a “2024 Overall Highest Achiever” for great reliability, superior energy yield, and outstanding performance of its Vertex N 625W modules in the annual PV Module Index (PVMI) by the Renewable Energy Test Center (RETC). Its Vertex N 700W+ series modules won this accolade last year. This recognition of Vertex N …
One-Stop Solar Shopping: The Key to Utility-Scale Success as Co-Located PV, Trackers, and Storage Converge
The renewable energy sector is rapidly codifying a new unwritten rule: Battery storage must be co-located with new PV and solar tracker installations. No, there aren’t any new regulations or legislation mandating this—at least, not yet, anyway. Nonetheless, recent S&P Global Market Intelligence data indicates that deploying a trifecta of PV, solar trackers, and storage …
Trinasolar US Achieves 30% Workforce Expansion, Strengthening Commitment to American Clean Energy Workforce Growth
Trina Solar US, a global leader in smart solar products and solutions, announced a 30% increase in its North American workforce. This growth marks a milestone in the company’s commitment to homegrown American workers and creating nationwide job opportunities in manufacturing, sales, engineering, and support functions focused on the clean energy transition. Trina Solar US …
Trinasolar Awarded “2024 Top Performer” Status for 10th Consecutive Year
Kiwa PV Evolution Labs (Kiwa PVEL), a third-party reliability testing laboratory, has again recognized Trina Solar as a “Top Performer” in nearly every category among global PV module manufacturers in its 2024 PV Module Reliability Scorecard. Trina Solar received recognition for the outstanding performance of its Vertex N modules, including the Vertex N 720W series …
Bankability in the Residential Solar Industry: A Key to Connecting with Repeat Customers and Tech-Savvy Consumers
By Paul Heidesch, Director of US Channel Sales, Trinasolar US No stranger to disruptions, the residential solar sector is once again abuzz with new questions and uncertainties in the wake of tariff announcements and changes to state net-metering programs. While installers navigate turbulent waters, several indicators point to smoother sailing ahead for the residential solar …
