Reducing TOPCon solar cell degradation via copper plating
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have used a 1 µm copper plating layer on the front silver grid of a TOPCon solar cell to create a protective barrier that reportedly reduces corrosion susceptibility. The cell showed significantly lower contaminant-induced degradation that unprotected reference devices.
Grew Energy splits solar manufacturing, EPC solutions into separate units
Grew Energy has announced focused divisions for solar PV module and cell manufacturing, and engineering, procurement, and construction projects.
Tata Power’s TP Solar secures 300 MWp module order with MSPGCL
TP Solar Ltd, an arm of Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd, has signed a contract with the Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. Ltd (MSPGCL) to supply 300 MWp of ALMM-certified solar modules. The modules will be deployed for distributed PV projects to be set up under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0.
KLK Ventures 590 Wp solar modules enter ALMM list
The certified mono c-Si PERC modules provide power outputs of 590 Wp with an efficiency of up to 21.11%.
Solar wafer price rebound nears its limit
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
Wood Mackenzie predicts global solar growth will stagnate in 2025
Wood Mackenzie’s latest report forecasts that 493 GW (DC) of solar will be added throughout the world this year, compared to 495 GW in 2024. Solar module prices are expected to rise this year as manufacturers aim to recover profit losses from the past two years.
The Hydrogen Stream: Advait Energy Transitions signs green hydrogen offtake MoU with Haryana City Gas Distribution
Advait Energy Transitions will set up a 2,000 mtpa green hydrogen plant on a turnkey basis and provide operation and maintenance (O&M) services for the plant for one year from commissioning.
PV module prices at crossroads
Martin Schachinger, founder of pvXchange.com, said PV module prices will depend on national and international demand trends in the coming months, with outcomes ranging from increases to stagnation or further declines. Almost anything is possible, but nothing is certain.
Waaree’s 1.6 GW solar facility in Texas starts commercial production
Waaree Solar Americas has started commercial production of PV modules at its 1.6 GW facility in Texas, USA.
Union Budget 2025-26: What India’s green industry expects from the upcoming budget
The 2025-26 Union Budget has the potential to be a defining moment in India’s journey toward a net-zero economy. By addressing key areas such as renewable energy, green hydrogen, sustainable mobility, and community-level projects, the government can create a robust framework for decarbonization.
