US module production is at a near saturation point, but significant capacity gaps persist further up the supply chain, writes head of PV Tech Research, Moustafa Ramadan.
Importing solar modules to the US will “no longer make any economic sense” under new Section 232 tariffs for polysilicon-based products, according to Intertek CEA.
Domestically produced solar glass is a key gap in the US PV manufacturing ecosystem. Tom Kenning reports on efforts to kick-start local production of this vital material
Stronger downstream demand drove a surge in wafer prices last week, according to the latest figures from the Silicon Industry Branch of the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association.
Foreign Entity of Concern rules create a multitude of new risks for US solar developers, some less visible than others. Intertek CEA’s Jordan Wilson explores the key steps towards minimising FEOC exposure in PV module purchase agreements.
Eight leading Chinese polysilicon producers have signed a joint initiative pledging unified action on standardised pricing, energy conservation, carbon reduction and outdated capacity phase-out.
US solar PV manufacturer T1 Energy has bought a set of patents for tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell and module technology which it said will “differentiate” its position in the US market.