Low-carbon development has become a global megatrend. The International Renewable Energy Agency forecasts that solar PV capacity will reach a total of more than 14,000GW by 2050 in a 1.5°C scenario. Solar energy’s key advantage over conventional sources of energy is its ability to reduce LCOE. According to BloombergNEF, solar LCOE has fallen 84% over …
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What’s N-Type Technology and What Does it Mean for Solar?
Innovation in solar technology has always been at the forefront of Trina’s 25-year push toward a more sustainable future, and remaining innovative in this industry requires constant advancement. Better efficiency, greater reliability, and lower levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) are just a few examples of the continued successes that have been exciting solar developers …
UL & RETC experts highlight Trinasolar Vertex modules’ bankability and high reliability
On August 30, 2022, experts from Wood Mackenzie, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), RETC, and Trinasolar conducted an in-depth discussion about the bankability and high reliability of Trinasolar’s 210 Vertex Ultra-high-power modules and the application of 600W+ globally. The discussion happened in the online webinar titled Analyzing The Key Bankability Indicators of Ultra-high-power, co-organized by Wood Mackenzie, …
Trinasolar Showcases 25 Years of Innovation with New Product Launches at RE+ 2022
Trinasolar, the global leader in bankable and reliable PV module manufacturing and smart solar solutions, will showcase 25 years of innovation at RE+ 2022, Booth 1628, on September 19-22, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. This year, Trinasolar is proud to unveil the company’s latest head turners: The Vertex N for C&I and …
More Than PV Power: A New Era of Grid Parity Requires Smart Solar Solutions
The push for renewable energy integration is not new (in fact, Trina has been at the helm of this push for 25 years!). However, the recent achievements toward reaching grid parity are indeed game changers, putting renewable energy as a direct competitor to the traditional electricity grid for the first time. This milestone resulted from …
Trinasolar Reports Module Shipments of 18.05GW in First Half of 2022, Ranking Second Worldwide
Trinasolar shipped a total of 18.05GW photovoltaic (PV) modules in the first half of 2022, 72% more than in the corresponding period last year, meaning the company continues to rank second worldwide in solar module shipments, according to the company’s half-yearly report published on August 25. Over this six-month period, Trinasolar’s revenue amounted to RMB …
UL Conducts Bankability Study on Trinasolar’s Vertex Series Modules, Showing Superior Performance in Key Aspects
In mid-August, the world’s leading independent advisory, testing, inspection, and certification organization, UL (Underwriters Laboratories), published a bankability study report on Trinasolar’s Vertex series modules. Twelve models of Vertex modules were shown to have excellent performance in reliability and compatibility, deliver lower LCOE, and a high-standard quality management system. In all dimensions of the bankability study, UL reviewed Trinasolar’s products based on test results, reports and certifications from accredited third-party …
Foresight and Innovation Prime Trinasolar to Meet Growing Module Demand
From residential solar installers to C&I solar project developers to utility-scale EPCs to just about every other solar market stakeholder, the demand for high-quality PV modules will only continue climbing from every angle. It’s no secret that increasingly intense natural conditions are stoking this demand, with more individuals and companies understanding the urgency to decarbonize …
Trina Unveils the Solar Megawatt Box: An All-in-One, Easy-to-Assemble 5MW Solar+Tracker Solution
The renewable energy sector continues to experience healthy growth. Solar opportunities, in particular, should only increase with the Inflation Reduction Act cementing tax credit incentives until 2030. As solar adoption plans for community solar, C&I solar, and utility-scale solar rev up, Trinasolar is excited to announce a new solution to facilitate this demand. Introducing the …
The Life Cycle of a Sustainable Solar Panel and the Importance of LCA Certification
Sustainable manufacturing, shipping, and deployment of solar panels play a vital role in the global transition to a zero-carbon economy. One often-overlooked aspect of this decarbonization transition involves ensuring sustainability for the entire life cycle of solar panels. Solar panels typically have a 25 to 30-year lifespan, although some panels remain productive after this warranty …
