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The Genesis of GeneSiC and the Future of Silicon Carbide

The Genesis of GeneSiC and the Future of Silicon Carbide

This article will examine GeneSiC MOSFETs and Schottky MPS diodes stretching from 650 V to 6.5 kV.


The Power of Perovskite: From Lab to Market, the Latest Advances in Solar Cells

The Power of Perovskite: From Lab to Market, the Latest Advances in Solar Cells

Three studies highlight advancements in perovskite solar cell materials, efficiency, and commercialization. Here’s a briefing. 


Heat Wave Threatens Texas Power Grid…Again. Here’s How To Protect the Grid

Heat Wave Threatens Texas Power Grid…Again. Here’s How To Protect the Grid

Solar power and battery storage have come to the rescue to help keep the fragile Texas electricity grid up and running.


Renewables, Audience Energy Literally Powering Coldplay Summer Concert Tour

Renewables, Audience Energy Literally Powering Coldplay Summer Concert Tour

Coldplay has found a way to reduce the environmental impact of their tours, setting an example for musicians globally.


Join the Race to Solar Power the Nation: DOE Launches $4M American-Made Solar Prize

Join the Race to Solar Power the Nation: DOE Launches $4M American-Made Solar Prize

The U.S. Department of Energy has opened applications for a new round of the multi-million dollar American-Made Solar Prize. 


Say Goodbye to Outages: How Solar Plus Storage is Fueling the Microgrid Revolution

Say Goodbye to Outages: How Solar Plus Storage is Fueling the Microgrid Revolution

Solar plus energy storage microgrids with advanced controls can supplement the current energy grid cost-effectively.


Artsy Solar Awning for Off-Grid RV Travelers

Artsy Solar Awning for Off-Grid RV Travelers

A decorative rollable solar awning for RVs has hit the U.S. market, with pre-orders live and deliveries expected to begin in December. 


News Jun 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Recycling Opportunities for End-of-Life Solar Panels

Recycling Opportunities for End-of-Life Solar Panels

Global solar panel use is expected to grow rapidly in the coming decade. Solar experts are concerned that recycling opportunities for PVs are not…


New Solar Array Technology Could Revolutionize Space Exploration

New Solar Array Technology Could Revolutionize Space Exploration

NASA is deploying a compact roll-out solar array to power the International Space Station through 2030.


Platform Uses AI to Optimize EV Solar Fleet Charging

Platform Uses AI to Optimize EV Solar Fleet Charging

SolarEdge, a solar power infrastructure solutions developer for residential and commercial applications, has released an AI-based software platform…


new products Jun 17, 2023 by Mike Falter
Researchers Explore Soapstone, Granite as Solar Storage Materials

Researchers Explore Soapstone, Granite as Solar Storage Materials

A research team in Tanzania found that soapstone and granite show promise in storing thermal energy for concentrated solar power generation and…


Exploring the Potential of Floating Solar Farms

Exploring the Potential of Floating Solar Farms

Floating solar farms are growing in popularity in the United States. Here’s what you need to know.


Understanding Failure Mechanisms in Test-to-Fail Methodology for eGaN Devices in Solar Applications

Understanding Failure Mechanisms in Test-to-Fail Methodology for eGaN Devices in Solar Applications

Modern solar panels are demanding increasingly higher power density and longer operating lifetimes. Solar applications, including power optimizers…


First Solar Buys Evolar AB in Quest for Next-Gen Solar Cells

First Solar Buys Evolar AB in Quest for Next-Gen Solar Cells

The U.S. solar cell maker will use Swedish technology to create innovative tandem solar cells using thin perovskite films.


Rooftop Solar Could Power Manufacturing-Sector Electricity Demand

Rooftop Solar Could Power Manufacturing-Sector Electricity Demand

A study from Northeastern University finds that roof-mounted solar panels could supply enough power for up to 35% of America’s manufacturing…


$1B Enel Solar PV Manufacturing Factory Coming to Oklahoma

$1B Enel Solar PV Manufacturing Factory Coming to Oklahoma

Enel North America selected Oklahoma for a 3-gigawatt solar cell and panel manufacturing plant—one of only a handful of high-volume projects in…


News Jun 02, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Researchers Reimagine Solar With Bifacial Perovskite Breakthrough

Researchers Reimagine Solar With Bifacial Perovskite Breakthrough

The research demonstrates the best-performing bifacial perovskite solar cells yet.


tech insights May 31, 2023 by Jake Hertz
US-Lead Consortium Begins Work on Mini-Grid Feasibility Study in Fiji

US-Lead Consortium Begins Work on Mini-Grid Feasibility Study in Fiji

Backed by a U.S. Trade and Development Agency grant, the University of Arizona and other organizations are kicking off an 18-month feasibility…


Onsemi, Sineng Electric Collaborate on Next-Gen Solar Inverter and Energy Storage Solutions

Onsemi, Sineng Electric Collaborate on Next-Gen Solar Inverter and Energy Storage Solutions

Onsemi has announced co-development efforts with Sineng Electric to integrate EliteSiC MOSFET and IGBT power modules into Sineng’s new solar…


News May 29, 2023 by Mike Falter
Consortium Seeks to Advance Tandem Perovskite-Silicon Solar Cells

Consortium Seeks to Advance Tandem Perovskite-Silicon Solar Cells

A public-private research collaborative funded by the U.S. Department of Energy will explore methods to enhance the stability and extend the…