The UK government and solar industry have jointly published a long-anticipated roadmap detailing how to maximise the country’s solar potential. Chris Hewett, CEO of Solar Energy UK takes a closer look at the details.
By Sergio Suárez Sánchez, Mario Martínez González, José Manuel Rivas Rodríguez, Sofía Rodríguez and Daniel Villoslada Fontán
Traditional PV inspection methods using direct current polarisation have proved unreliable in detecting certain issues. Researchers from Enertis Applus+ detail a new approach to defect detection aimed at improving the efficiency of PV system maintenance and performance analysis.
A team of researchers from DEWA R&D Center, Dubai has undertaken a comprehensive review of PV module degradation in desert environments. Their research proposes a new test cycle to identify defects induced in PV modules by harsh desert conditions.
Will Norman asks if mass-scale deployment of perovskite technology is now imminent and whether it could unseat crystalline silicon as the dominant solar technology.
By Kelly Barnes, senior intelligence analyst at DeterTech
The valuable materials and equipment found on a solar project site make them prime target for criminal activity. Kelly Barnes, senior intelligence analyst at DeterTech, explores some of the latest thinking on keeping the thieves away.
The Middle East has become a key market for Chinese PV companies, both as a source of demand for hardware and also as a hotspot for new manufacturing hubs. Carrie Xiao reports on some of the latest developments in the region.
