Developers discussed hybrid PV projects as a response to evolving market conditions and grid stability requirements.

Intersolar Europe 2026 highlights growing focus on hybrid PV power plants

Hybrid PV power plant concepts are expected to gain attention at Intersolar Europe 2026, where industry players will discuss integrated PV, storage, and grid solutions.

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Feb 25, 2026 21:14 IST

IGTO(t) has delivered 30 % lower conduction losses than IGBT devices.

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Hitachi Energy & Pakal partner on IGTO in Zurich

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Feb 25, 2026 21:13 IST

Corporate clean energy buying has declined for the first time since 2016 according to BloombergNEF.

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BloombergNEF has tracked a decline in corporate clean energy buying globally

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 20:24 IST

First Solar has invested over $ 2 billion in thin film R&D.

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Oxford PV licenses perovskite patents to First Solar US

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 20:04 IST

AMEA Power’s Egypt solar and BESS project was recognized for scale and execution.

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AMEA Power wins PFI award for 1,000 MW Egypt project

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Feb 25, 2026 19:54 IST

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Intersolar Europe 2026 highlights growing focus on hybrid PV power plants

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Feb 25, 2026 21:14 IST

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Hitachi Energy & Pakal partner on IGTO in Zurich

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Feb 25, 2026 21:13 IST

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BloombergNEF has tracked a decline in corporate clean energy buying globally

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Feb 25, 2026 20:24 IST

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Oxford PV licenses perovskite patents to First Solar US

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Feb 25, 2026 20:04 IST

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AMEA Power wins PFI award for 1,000 MW Egypt project

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Feb 25, 2026 19:54 IST

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Deliveries are expected to commence in FY26 under a domestic one-time contract executed within 180 days.

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INGEL has awarded Vikram Solar 378.75 MW PV module supply contract

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 15:54 IST

US reciprocal tariffs were struck down, followed by a revised 10 % to 15 % universal tariff declaration.

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Indian solar exports face 126% US duty

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 15:18 IST

Highᴸᴵᴳᴴᵀ 100ms Lab system has offered up to 100 ms pulse length.

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Pasan unveils sun simulator at Intersolar India

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 12:40 IST

India cumulative PV capacity has reached nearly 136 GW by December 2025 according to Mercom India data.

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Mercom India report has outlined India PV installation growth

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 24, 2026 20:33 IST

The 200 MW AC / 300 MW DC solar park was projected to generate 445 million units annually and create nearly 690 jobs.

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CleanMax to develop 200 MW PV park in Andhra

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 24, 2026 17:42 IST

The government initiative has positioned rooftop PV deployment as part of broader energy security planning efforts.

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India has achieved 30 lakh rooftop solar adoptions under national PM scheme.

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 24, 2026 16:43 IST

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BloombergNEF has tracked a decline in corporate clean energy buying globally

Global corporate buyers contracted 59 GW of clean energy in 2025 as procurement slowed following years of growth and regional market dynamics shifted, BloombergNEF said.

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Feb 25, 2026 20:24 IST

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Oxford PV licenses perovskite patents to First Solar US

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Feb 25, 2026 20:04 IST

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AMEA Power wins PFI award for 1,000 MW Egypt project

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 19:54 IST

DTSC authorization has allowed Comstock Metals to treat PV modules under California universal waste recycler compliance requirements.

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Comstock Metals has secured PV recycling approval from DTSC

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Feb 25, 2026 19:53 IST

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Indian solar exports face 126% US duty

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Feb 25, 2026 15:18 IST

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Intersolar Europe 2026 highlights growing focus on hybrid PV power plants

Hybrid PV power plant concepts are expected to gain attention at Intersolar Europe 2026, where industry players will discuss integrated PV, storage, and grid solutions.

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 21:14 IST

CIGS faced cost pressures, while perovskites have drawn $ 500 million despite stability concerns.

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Empa flags market barriers for thin film

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 24, 2026 20:00 IST

The Vorfahrt germanium module achieved 34.2 % efficiency, surpassing conventional silicon limits.

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Fraunhofer ISE sets new records for tandem photovoltaic modules

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 17, 2026 19:22 IST

LED based solar simulators were used to approximate quantum efficiency before adjusted I–V scans on III/V and perovskite–silicon cells. Photograph: (Image Source: wiley)

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Fraunhofer ISE examines industry tandem testing challenges

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 13, 2026 21:14 IST

Ceramic color layers and selective pigments are being researched to reduce performance losses.

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Fraunhofer CSP research develops customizable PV module designs

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 13, 2026 16:54 IST

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Ongoing US trade investigations have focused on subsidy allegations linked to overseas solar cell manufacturing and import practices.

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US regulators have advanced countervailing duty case on PV cells

The US Commerce Department is set to announce a countervailing duty decision on solar cells from India Laos and Indonesia following a July 2025 trade petition filing.

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 23, 2026 21:05 IST

The petition argues that the INR 10/kWh ceiling limits commercial viability of BESS and Pumped Storage Projects.

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NSEFI calls for revision of power market pricing cap for storage viability

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 21, 2026 21:22 IST

Maharashtra has recorded 4.53 lakh rooftop installations totaling 1,722 MW capacity.

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MSEDCL responds to rooftop solar restriction allegations

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 21, 2026 18:06 IST

Health and safety updates have included robotic installation systems for utility-scale PV projects.

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SolarPower Europe has expanded EPC guidance for hybrid systems

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 21, 2026 15:03 IST

Caption: States and UTs have been requested to consult departments including Water Resources and DISCOMs.

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MNRE organizes workshop on Floating PV development framework

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 21, 2026 12:16 IST

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Hitachi Energy & Pakal partner on IGTO in Zurich

Hitachi Energy and Pakal Technologies announced collaboration in Zurich to integrate IGTO(t) into ≥ 3.3 kV modules, targeting 30 % lower losses.

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 21:13 IST

The Babilonia project has included 394000 bifacial modules targeting H1 2027 operations and over 500 local construction jobs.

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Zelestra starts 242 MW PV project in Peru

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 17:26 IST

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INGEL has awarded Vikram Solar 378.75 MW PV module supply contract

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 15:54 IST

Omnidian will coordinate field service repairs and system performance monitoring as part of the residential portfolio transition.

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PosiGen residential PV contracts have been acquired by Renewbrook Energy

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 14:13 IST

Walker Solar in Juniata County is under development and is targeted to begin operations by end 2026.

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Meta has secured 80 MW Walker Solar offtake deal

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 12:02 IST

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The coating has been designed to suppress static electricity and reduce dust adhesion.

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JinkoSolar introduces anti-static dust-proof modules

Built on the Tiger Neo 3.0 platform, a dust-resistant PV module has been launched by JinkoSolar with a stated 4-6% power generation gain over conventional modules.

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 19, 2026 13:31 IST

The HiOne hybrid inverter-storage system from Hoymiles combines inverter, battery and EMS with 98.5% efficiency and supports expansion to 64 kWh capacity.

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Hoymiles introduces scalable 64 kWh inverter system

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 17, 2026 18:37 IST

SUN Mate supported railing, sunshade and ground mounting for flexible residential installation.

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SKYWORTH PV to showcase SUN Mate at Expo Amsterdam

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 14, 2026 11:46 IST

The inverter includes three independent MPPTs and supports 150% oversized PV input capacity up to 22.5 kW.

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Hinen expands three-phase inverter offering globally

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 13, 2026 20:36 IST

MCS certification is required for UK homeowners to access government solar incentives.

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Hanersun secures UK MCS validation for solar products

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 12, 2026 14:36 IST

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Construction was scheduled from March 2026 to September 2026, with temporary acceptance planned for December 2026.

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Greenville Energy begins 23 MW Lublin solar with Onde

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 16, 2026 14:45 IST

The Mahoba project is planning to deploy bifacial TOPCon modules under AB Energia’s EPC scope.

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AB Energia wins 15 MW Avener project in Uttar Pradesh

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 12, 2026 17:39 IST

Cider has been targeted for late 2026 operation, supplying power to 120,000 homes annually.

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Greenbacker completes funding for 674 MW in NewYork

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 12, 2026 16:16 IST

Bondada Engineering Limited has disclosed multi-site solar commissioning via SEBI filing signed by compliance officer.

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Bondada Engineering commissions 69.51 MW solar projects in India

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 10, 2026 20:33 IST

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BloombergNEF has tracked a decline in corporate clean energy buying globally

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 20:24 IST

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Oxford PV licenses perovskite patents to First Solar US

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 20:04 IST

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Comstock Metals has secured PV recycling approval from DTSC

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 19:53 IST

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PosiGen residential PV contracts have been acquired by Renewbrook Energy

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 14:13 IST

This expansion is projected to divert more than 16 million pounds of material from landfills each year.

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PV module processing expansion announced by TERREPOWER

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 25, 2026 13:15 IST

The $ 394 million SunRoper project secured 20-year PPA backed financing structure.

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OCI Energy & Arava secure 347 MW Texas solar funding

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 25, 2026 12:22 IST

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The 1.037 GW portfolio generated 2,230 GWh annually, supplying over 380,000 households while avoiding 1.6 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions.

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Lightsource bp sells 1.037 GW Australia solar portfolio to Aula Energy

Aula Energy has acquired a 1.037 GW (DC) solar portfolio from Lightsource bp across NSW, Queensland and Victoria, generating 2,230 GWh annually.

ByPrudhvi Rani

Feb 23, 2026 18:29 IST

The proposed offer provides at least three hours of free electricity during daytime periods.

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Australia outlines regulatory pathway for Solar Sharer electricity offer

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Jan 29, 2026 13:18 IST

The team has used ultraviolet Raman spectroscopy to reveal reversible bond changes and sunlight-driven recovery in operating silicon solar cells.

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New testing approach explains solar cell recovery under real sunlight

ByPrudhvi Rani

Jan 27, 2026 12:32 IST

The electricity supplied to Hall’s facilities will be backed by Whitianga and Clandeboye solar farms, along with a PV farm yet to be announced.

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Lodestone Energy secures Hall’s Group as long-term electricity customer

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Jan 22, 2026 20:58 IST

The vertical bifacial modules are intended to generate electricity during early morning and late afternoon periods.

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New rooftop solar option targets constrained commercial buildings in Australia

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Jan 20, 2026 20:09 IST

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HJT technology is projected to reduce space component costs by over 60%.

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SpaceX advances HJT cooperation with seven Chinese suppliers

Seven Chinese HJT enterprises have secured SpaceX cooperation as the company evaluates lightweight modules for its orbital data center satellite initiative.

ByKarthik Srivasthav G

Feb 21, 2026 19:11 IST