Ryan Kennedy
US solar installers list Qcells, Enphase as top brands
An industry survey led by SolarReviews and NABCEP found two-thirds of solar installers expect high electricity prices to drive demand.
Solar testing group warns of degradation risk for TOPCon
The Renewable Energy Test Center (RETC) raised the issue of ultraviolet-induced degradation of the trending technology in its PV Module Index 2022.
US House of Representatives votes to resume solar tariffs
US President Joe Biden’s two-year halt on solar import tariffs is designed to create a bridge of supply as the United States ramps up its domestic manufacturing capacity.
Biden to maintain US solar tariff pause with veto
US legislators are moving to restore tariffs for the shipment of solar components from four major Southeast Asian nations, but US President Joe Biden will veto the move and maintain the pause on tariffs.
US manufacturer releases new dual solar optimizer
Enteligent, a residential PV solutions specialist, has introduced an optimizer model that can be paired with two solar panels. It claims that it features rapid shutdown and monitoring capabilities.
Silicon anode lithium-ion battery cell with 500 Wh/kg density
Amprius has obtained third-party performance verification for a battery cell that offers high power density in a lightweight package.
Guide to understanding solar production losses
Aurora Solar offers guidelines to make the most of a solar installation by avoiding losses.
Manufacturer releases home backup solar battery
RoyPow introduced a new residential lithium-ferro-phosphate battery this week at Intersolar North America in Long Beach, California.
SnapNrack introduces solar mount that attaches to module before roof
SnapNrack’s TopSpeed solar mount begins installation on the ground, which limits time spent on rooftops.
New EV battery offers 50% more density than traditional lithium-ion batteries
Ionblox says it will use $32 million of series B funding to support the buildout of a novel silicon anode electric vehicle battery.
