Akcome wins major HJT order
Akcome Technology secures a 1 GW HJT module order from a European client, building on a prior 1 GW HJT PV module contract. The company recently fulfilled 100 MW of the agreement.
UtmoLight’s commercial module passes certification
Wuxi UtmoLight, a perovskite PV pioneer, attains TÜV SÜD certification for its 1200 mm x 600 mm commercial module, marking a significant industry achievement. This milestone establishes UtmoLight as the first perovskite PV module company endorsed by TÜV SÜD.
Canadian Solar’s Thailand PV expansion
Canadian Solar Inc. announces a 5 GW solar PV wafer facility in Chonburi, Thailand, launching in March 2024. The plant will produce N-type wafers for the existing Thailand TOPCon cell manufacturing plant and later supply the 5 GW U.S. cell factory in Jeffersonville, Indiana, from 2025.
JinkoSolar marks 200 GW cumulative module shipments
JinkoSolar hits a milestone with 200 GW cumulative module shipments globally. One in 8 solar panels worldwide is a JinkoSolar product. The company achieved 100 GW in March 2022, doubling in less than two years.
Huasun’s HJT modules to power Thai clean energy
Huasun Energy is poised to supply Grow Energy with 150 MW of HJT modules for their clean energy projects in Thailand. These modules are part of the Himalaya series, namely the G12-132 and G10-144 models. The project is scheduled to kick off in 2024 with the goal of producing 24.64 million kWh annually and mitigating…
Solar Steel signs 37 MW tracker deal
Solar Steel secures a 37 MW tracker supply contract in Colombia. TracSmart+ 1V trackers, in single-row and dual-row configurations, will power three 12.6 MW projects in Córdoba’s Caribbean region. The initiative fosters clean energy adoption in Colombia and bolsters the Latin American energy transition.
Suzhou Good-Ark’s silver pastes milestone
In a significant achievement, Suzhou Good-Ark surpassed 10 tons in monthly shipments of PERC, TOPCon, and HJT pastes. Over 50% of HJT silver paste shipments in Q3 2023 were silver-coated copper, with reduced silver content. The company foresees growth in n-type silver paste shipments in Q4 2023.
BYD’s commits to greater solar efficiency
In an institutional survey, it was revealed that BYD maintains a dedicated solar R&D team and consistently increases its R&D investment. They have established a PV technology research institute and are pushing the boundaries of cell and module efficiency. By transitioning from PERC to n-type TOPCon, HJT, and perovskite cell technology, BYD keeps pace with…
NTPC invites bids for PV projects in Kurnool
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited is inviting bids for Land and Power Evacuation Package for 900MW ISTS Connected PV Projects in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Project involves arranging government/private land on a freehold/leasehold basis, with a minimum lease period of 30 years. The bids must be received by 18.12.2023, with its document cost of INR 22,500.
SJVN secures 200 MW solar power deal
Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam secures 200 MW of power from Uttarakhand Power Corporation at Rs. 2.57 per unit, part of the 1000 MW Bikaner Project developed by SGEL with government funding. The project, following the PPA, aims to fulfill solar RPO requirements and address power deficits. Commissioning of the Bikaner project is slated for June…