Ecoppia’s waterless cleaning technology approved on First Solar’s thin-film modules

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Reddit
Email
Source: Ecoppia.

Solar PV module cleaning systems firm Ecoppia has had its autonomous, waterless cleaning technology certified for use on First Solar’s thin-film modules. 

Ecoppia noted that its microfiber-based cleaning cloth system had already been certified by the likes of Trina Solar, Suntech, and JA Solar and had recently passed PI Berlin’s accelerated stress tests for 20 years' worth of daily cleanings.

This article requires Premium SubscriptionBasic (FREE) Subscription

Try Premium for just $1

  • Full premium access for the first month at only $1
  • Converts to an annual rate after 30 days unless cancelled
  • Cancel anytime during the trial period

Premium Benefits

  • Expert industry analysis and interviews
  • Digital access to PV Tech Power journal
  • Exclusive event discounts

Or get the full Premium subscription right away

Or continue reading this article for free

PI Berlin has undertaken tests of various module cleaning technologies and methodologies, highlighting damage (scratching) that can be done to the glass substrate reducing conversion efficiencies. 

Read Next

September 17, 2026
SEG Solar has started commercial-scale production of heterojunction (HJT) modules at its second US manufacturing facility in Tomball, Texas.
September 15, 2026
Guidance on China’s new national PV standards details how the regulatory environment is set to tighten for the country’s PV manufacturers.
September 9, 2026
JinkoSolar has become the second major Chinese PV producer to remove “solar” from its name to reflect its evolving business activities.
September 9, 2026
Swedish manufacturer Midsummer is establishing a joint venture in Indonesia to produce its copper indium gallium selenide thin-film PV modules.
September 8, 2026
Intertek CEA’s Jordan Wilson discusses how buyers can protect themselves from the ramp-up risk that can emerge after new PV manufacturing facilities begin production.
September 7, 2026
Solar PV module prices broadly fell in Europe in August 2026, as demand dipped below its historic average, according to sun.store's monthly PV Index.

Upcoming Events

Solar Media Events
October 13, 2026
San Francisco Bay Area, USA
Solar Media Events
November 3, 2026
Málaga, Spain
Solar Media Events
November 24, 2026
Warsaw, Poland
Solar Media Events
February 2, 2027
London, UK
Solar Media Events
April 20, 2027
Istanbul, Türkiye