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.
TOPCon IP battle intensifies with Qcells launching infringement notices
Qcells has launched an intellectual property (IP) dispute over alleged unauthorized use of its patented laser-enhanced contact opening (LECO) tech in tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cells. The case underscores rising tensions in the PV industry over TOPCon patents.
Global solar module prices mixed on varying demand expectations
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.
JinkoSolar sues Longi for TOPCon patent infringement
JinkoSolar has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Longi over tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell technology, with the first hearing scheduled for Feb. 13, 2025.
The evolving landscape of solar manufacturing
Countries worldwide are increasingly implementing customs duties as a strategy to curb imports, protect local industries, and promote domestic growth. These sanctions are only expected to increase further as China continues to dominate the solar manufacturing space.
Waaree Energies receives EPD certification for solar panels
The environmental certifications show Waaree’s bifacial mono PERC and TOPCon solar panels are designed to reduce environmental footprints.
Trina Solar launches 760 W TOPCon module with 24.5% efficiency
The Chinese manufacturer said its new i-TOPCon Ultra panel is part of the Vertex N family and is intended for applications in utility-scale projects. It plans to begin mass production of the new modules in the second quarter of 2025, with an initial annual capacity of 10 GW.
Ecoprogetti delivers 300 MW solar panel production line to SAEL
SAEL’s production line from Italy’s Ecoprogetti is equipped to produce double-sided glass-glass solar panels using TOPCon M10 cells.
All solar cell efficiencies at a glance – updated
The research group led by Professor Martin Green has published Version 65 of the solar cell efficiency tables. There are 17 new results reported in the new version.
Wood Mackenzie forecasts 77 GW of floating solar globally by 2033
Wood Mackenzie predicts that the global floating solar market will be dominated by the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region and led by India, China and Indonesia through to 2033. The consultancy says growth will be driven by rising demand, decreased capital expenditure and supportive policies.
