Photovoltaic (PV) modules are made up of several components, including the encapsulant layer that surrounds the solar cells and protects them from the external environment. The most commonly used encapsulant material is ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), which is known for its low cost and ease of use. However, EVA has some Read more
Over the years, the solar industry has made great strides in improving the efficiency and performance of photovoltaic (PV) modules. One of the latest trends in PV technology is towards thinner glass, which offers several drivers and benefits but also poses potential risks. One of the drivers for thinner glass Read more
The solar industry is continuously evolving, and one of the recent trends in the industry is the advancement in module interconnection technology. Traditionally, solar cells were interconnected using zero-gap technologies, which involved aligning busbars over the cell’s fingers without any gap. However, new interconnection technologies are emerging to overcome the Read more
As solar technology continues to evolve, there has been a trend towards larger module sizes, and this trend is driving the solar industry in new and exciting directions. Here, we will explore the drivers and benefits of this trend, as well as the potential risks that come with it. Drivers Read more
As solar technology continues to evolve, one trend that has emerged is the use of cell cutting technology to increase module efficiency. Cell cutting involves dividing solar cells into smaller pieces, or “half-cells,” to reduce resistive losses and improve shade tolerance. The use of cell cutting technology offers several drivers Read more
The solar industry is constantly evolving, and one of the trends driving its growth is the increasing wafer size. In this article, we will explore the drivers and benefits of this trend and the potential risks associated with it. Additionally, we will summarize the wafer size increase over the last Read more
The solar photovoltaic (PV) industry has been evolving rapidly, with advancements in technology that are pushing the boundaries of solar cell efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness. One of the latest trends in the PV technology space is the use of thinner solar cells. In this article, we will explore the drivers, Read more
The use of solar energy has increased significantly in the past decade. This growth has been fueled by technological advancements, which have made solar energy more efficient and affordable. In this article, we will explore how technological changes in large modules, interconnections, bifacial, and cell technology are driving the global Read more
India is at the cusp of a revolution in the energy sector with a growing demand for clean energy and the need to reduce dependency on fossil fuels. This requires a major shift towards the use of electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy sources. However, the availability of lithium-ion batteries, Read more
Tesla’s Giga factory, also known as the Tesla Vega Factory, is one of the largest battery manufacturing facilities in the world. Located in Nevada, USA, the factory has the capacity to produce 35 GWh of lithium-ion batteries per year, which is more than the total global production of EV batteries Read more