Solar innovation remains a driving force that propels the industry forward as we enter the post-grid parity era. Among the latest advancements pushing the boundaries of PV module performance, n-type TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) solar technology shines as the new standard. Trina Solar’s cutting-edge Vertex N and Vertex S+ modules lead the way …
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Which States are Gearing up for a C&I Solar Boom in 2022?
Although new solar capacity additions continue to break records each year and quarter, this trend is only expected to accelerate. The latest infrastructure bill, aggressive new state decarbonization goals and a growing appetite for corporate renewable purchases will keep pushing solar growth higher. If the Build Back Better passes, it will further incentivize even greater …
VIDEO: Why A Strong Product and Performance Warranty Program is Crucial for Residential Solar Installers
For residential solar installers, a rooftop PV system is more than just supplying renewable energy for homeowners, it’s also about providing peace of mind. Consumer surveys consistently rank module reliability as one of the most important criteria for homeowners looking to install a rooftop PV system. They understand that solar panels are a long-term investment …
VIDEO: Trinasolar Unveils New 210mm Vertex Super Factories
We’re proud to announce a major milestone with the opening of three new Super Factories in Yiwu, Suqian and Yancheng in China. These Super Factories are the world’s first large-scale production base for the 210mm silicon wafers and cells used in Trina’s high-powered, high-efficiency Vertex module series. Trina deploys fully automated, innovative and intelligent manufacturing processes …
Non-residential PV pipeline continues to grow
The North American solar market continues to grow as more than 4,000 individual projects of non-residential PV pipeline are now in the works. Throughout this region, the PV project pipeline has reached 62 gigawatts as of the third quarter of 2016, according to the IHS Solar Deal Tracker. The investment tax credit has driven much of the growth in …
Israel to build 500-megawatt solar power facility
In efforts to reduce their reliance upon traditional fossil fuels, more countries are turning to solar to meet their renewable energy goals. Israel announced it will begin making plans for a 500-megawatt solar power facility, the largest of its kind of the country. The project, which will be a public-private partnership, will cover about 2.3 …
Video Blog: Differences between municipal solar power procurement
Local municipalities around the country are all doing all they can to take advantage of the many benefits that come along with using solar power. And, much like the diversity of places and thoughts across the country, these communities are taking different approaches to procuring solar power. For instance, Newton, Massachusetts, is undergoing a three-phase …
Solar industry could provide jobs for coal workers [Video]
As the world continues to move away from burning fossil fuels like coal for energy, a corresponding shift in the labor field will also have to take place to provide jobs for those no longer employed in the coal industry. Thankfully, according to a new study published in the journal Energy Economics, the skill set …
Rooftop solar saves California ratepayers $192 million [Video]
Solar energy continues to prove its long-term viability and cost savings. Although end users have long realized the advantages of this source of clean, renewable energy, even those who do not use it are seeing the benefits. Thanks to materially lower load forecast levels in California, the state recently canceled 13 transmission projects planned in …
Senate resolution recognizes U.S. solar’s accomplishments [Video]
In recognition of the installation of the 1 millionth U.S. solar system, two senators have introduced a resolution to support the solar industry’s continued growth. U.S. senators Martin Heinrich of New Mexico and Cory Gardner of Colorado put forth the resolution, which will officially acknowledge the solar energy industry’s accomplishment in hitting this milestone. The proposal further calls …
