Residential solar panels have become an increasingly popular sight in communities and neighborhoods all over the country. And this shift has happened despite some homeowners associations’ (HOAs) hesitancy to adapt to the popularity or update their guidelines to allow for this solar transition. While there is no question that sustainable energy is the way of …
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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 …
Trinasolar: Better Than Ever in 2022, With The Best Still to Come
Although 2022 is only halfway over, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the significance of the last six months at Trina Solar. The year has been exciting, from historic company milestones to major industry recognition. And we’re just getting started. 25 Years and 100 GW Shipped As we celebrate our 25th anniversary …
Trinasolar Sets 24th World Record with 24.5% Efficient 210 PERC Cell
CHANGZHOU, CHINA — Trina Solar’s State Key Laboratory of PV Science and Technology (SKL PVST) announced that its proprietary industrial larger-area 210mm×210mm PERC solar cell has achieved 24.5% efficiency, a new world record. This achievement was independently confirmed by the third-party National Institute of Metrology, China. This record for 210 P-type monocrystalline silicon PERC cells …
Trinasolar Begins Global Shipment of High-Power Vertex S Rooftop Modules
YIWU, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE, CHINA — Trina Solar, a leading global PV and smart energy total solution provider, has initiated global delivery of its upgraded Vertex S modules, based on 210R cells. The first batches of modules have left the company’s production base in the Chinese city of Yiwu, Zhejiang province, and are now on their …
How to Cut Solar Red Tape to Mitigate Installation Delays
For rooftop solar installers, local permitting processes and complex federal regulations can bog down installations in red tape, creating frustrating delays and ballooning costs. But a few simple strategies can help installers cut through red tape, keep projects on track, and prevent headaches for homeowners. Let’s take a look at how. Appeal to Local AHJs …
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 …
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) …
