Manufacturing

Fraunhofer ISE has launched a new project to research manufacturing processes for use in building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).

Australia has confirmed that the first round of the Quad Clean Energy Supply Chains Diversification Program will open in November 2024.

Hoymiles has started commercial operations at its first overseas factory, a manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico.

Local PV manufacturers in South Africa are talking with tier one producers to collaborate on local facilities for the South African market.

Modules will need to pass the 2021 version of the IEC 61215 testing series if they are to be approved by the CEC.

The aid will take the form of direct grants and will be open for companies producing solar panels and batteries among others.

PV Tech Premium analyses the possible impact on a proposed tariff increase on wafers and polysilicon under Section 301 in the US.

Sharp has launched four new PV modules for the rooftop solar sector, which include two bifacial modules with an output as high as 450W.

The company announced a 'strategic realignment' of its operations to 'ensure [a] return to profitability'.

Gautam Solar estimated its investment in the 2GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing plant to be nearly US$120 million.