seesun energy https://seesunenergy.com solar panel manufacturer Fri, 09 May 2025 01:26:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 How to make solar module stockpiling cost-effective https://seesunenergy.com/2025/05/09/how-to-make-solar-module-stockpiling-cost-effective/ https://seesunenergy.com/2025/05/09/how-to-make-solar-module-stockpiling-cost-effective/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 01:26:58 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3606 Researchers investigated which solar module stockpiling conditions could help to ensure stable solar PV deployment at the lowest cost in Europe. The scientists demonstrated that stockpiling is cost-effective primarily under unfavorable import conditions.

A group of researchers from the Technische Universität Wien in Austria and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have conducted a techno-economic analysis to understand what level of solar modules stockpiling could be used for the European Union to achieve stable solar PV deployment at the lowest cost possible.

The scientists explained that compared to traditional energy carriers, such as oil and gas, stockpiling photovoltaic modules suffers from relatively fast technological obsolescence. They also noted that the global solar module market is currently characterized by high concentration in China and oversupply, with the EU being heavily reliant on imports and eventually unable to reach the 40% solar manufacturing benchmark set by the EU Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) by 2030.

The research team investigated, in particular, the optimal levels of strategic solar module stockpiles in the EU by 2050 and the impact of the European initiatives to re-create a domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem.

“Consistent with conventional energy system optimization modeling approaches, our analysis optimizes electricity supply to meet demand while minimizing total system costs,” it further explained, noting that their approach was mostly intended to investigate how different energy scenarios influence the optimal stockpiling levels rather than cost-optimal levels.

“The model’s key decisions include determining the optimal capacity and utilization of various energy generation technologies, such as hydro, wind, and biomass, alongside the stockpiling levels of solar modules in response to evolving short- and long-term energy system developments,” it added.

The academics identified 36 future energy scenarios with different levels of EU solar manufacturing, energy costs, carbon prices, commodity prices, import dynamics, shares of renewables penetration, technology advancements, and fossil phase-out roadmaps, among other factors. They also predicted that the cumulative PV capacity in the EU may range from 1,076 GW and 1,784 GW in 2040 and from 1,526 GW to 2,252 GW in 2050.

Their analysis showed that high levels of solar module stockpiling would not be likely in 28 of the proposed scenarios, as the economic driver for their creation is insufficient.

As for the other 8 scenarios, researchers found they are characterized by high import costs, an import stop, or tight solar market conditions, as well as by the achievement of the above-mentioned 40% benchmark set by the EU for domestic manufacturing. “During the 2030s, average stockpile levels range from 164 to 180 GW, which is around 300% of annual additions,” they emphasized. “In earlier and later periods, levels are notably lower, averaging between 27 and 33 GW, which is around 50% of annual additions.”

The academics also noted that the 8 scenarios favorable to stockpiling also see import dependency being reduced, as the stockpiling system itself ensures the necessary temporal flexibility between injection and withdrawal, which they say is very similar to a diversification strategy. “Interestingly, the strategic reserve of solar modules exerts a stabilizing effect on optimal wind and solar capacities, highlighting its broader role within the energy system,” they concluded.

The research work was presented in the study “Strategic solar module stockpiling in the EU: A scenario-based analysis of costs and benefits beyond 2030,” published in Energy Policy.

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Saving money is the biggest driver for households to install solar https://seesunenergy.com/2025/05/09/saving-money-is-the-biggest-driver-for-households-to-install-solar/ https://seesunenergy.com/2025/05/09/saving-money-is-the-biggest-driver-for-households-to-install-solar/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 01:23:50 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3604 A new study by Ohio State University researchers finds that cost savings and other practical benefits are key motivations for people to choose rooftop or community solar.

A new study from Ohio State University shows that the strongest driving force behind the installation of solar energy in homes in the United States is economic benefits rather than environmental appeals. At the same time, the main reason that prevents community solar projects from realizing their full potential in the United States is lack of awareness, rather than cost issues. The study, published in the journal Energy Research and Social Sciences, aims to assess the public’s perception of rooftop solar and community solar, and then develop strategies to promote the popularization of home solar energy across the United States.

“We wanted to understand whether there were differences in potential consumer attitudes toward different types of solar projects,” lead author Naseem Dillman-Hasso told pv magazine, “especially given that community solar is a relatively new distribution model.”

Although community solar projects are often easier to participate in, survey participants preferred rooftop solar systems. The authors note that most survey participants have taken very little action to adopt community solar, and most have never even heard of it.

“Our findings suggest that households may have low awareness of community solar and/or limited knowledge of the benefits it can provide,” the authors added.

Community solar adoption faces a unique and critical challenge: a lack of immediate physical visibility. Seeing rooftop panels around a community helps make solar more accessible and raises awareness of its benefits. But without a comparable visual presence, community solar can have a hard time catching up because it can be perceived as indicating that few people are interested in such projects, or that the technology is perceived as high risk.

When comparing rooftop solar to community solar, survey participants rated rooftop solar’s ​​utility features higher. However, for both types of residential solar, economic factors such as saving money and avoiding price hikes outweighed environmental or social benefits in driving interest.

The researchers also found that homeownership and a strong sense of environmental awareness predicted a higher willingness to adopt rooftop solar, while having a stronger sense of social responsibility and liberal political views were associated with a willingness to adopt community solar.

“Survey participants perceived community solar to have higher environmental benefits than rooftop solar, which may reflect that they are considering factors such as economies of scale,” Dillman-Hasso said, although he noted that low levels of awareness of community solar projects made it difficult to identify a strong theory.

Men were more likely to adopt rooftop solar than women, while older groups of either gender were less interested overall. Unlike some previous studies, income did not predict a person’s willingness to participate in a residential solar project.

In addition, Dillman-Hasso said, “ensuring that community solar is not more expensive than traditional utility options, which is particularly important for renters and low-income households,” could increase adoption, even if it is not the only solution. There is also a need for outreach campaigns that highlight the real benefits of solar.

“It’s important to make sure the information is comprehensive and easy to understand,” Dillman-Hasso added.

This is especially true for the promotion of community solar, as benefits like energy savings, flexibility, and easy registration aren’t as obvious as the gleaming panels on your neighbor’s roof.

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Supply chain prices drop amid sluggish demand https://seesunenergy.com/2025/04/28/supply-chain-prices-drop-amid-sluggish-demand/ https://seesunenergy.com/2025/04/28/supply-chain-prices-drop-amid-sluggish-demand/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:19:36 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3601 Polysilicon

This week, spot market transactions for polysilicon have been low, with purchasing activity slowing down until after International Workers’ Day. For now, prices hold at last week’s level.

China-made polysilicon chunks:

Major manufacturers attempt to slow down price declines amid the sluggish market. However, ingot manufacturers still have some polysilicon inventories on hand, and buyers’ bids remain below sellers’ offers, resulting in buyer-seller standoffs. As no orders have been placed this week, the average price hovers at last week’s level.

China-made granular polysilicon:  

  • Primarily supplied by major manufacturers
  • Prices land at RMB 36-38/kg
  • Price quotes slip by RMB 1/kg (but no buyers so far)

In recent months, US policy changes have disrupted polysilicon shipments, leading to a wait-and-see sentiment in manufacturing, cautious downstream buying, and a slip in average prices to USD 19/kg.

Prices are falling due to weaker demand, while ingot manufacturers still hold enough stock for 1-1.5 months. Their short-term strategy focuses on using up inventory to gain leverage in April-May, the same as reported last week. Smaller firms with limited stock will have a small number of deals by late April, while large transactions still depend on major players’ negotiations and are likely to be settled in early May, with ingot production cuts for May still under discussion.

Polysilicon suppliers will keep prices stable and maintain April production at a level similar to March, with some cutting production. As for the production schedule for May, despite lower electricity prices during the hydropower season, polysilicon makers’ inventory accumulation remains a great concern amid the gloomy market. Thus, they are unlikely to increase production.
 

Wafer

With China’s new policy approaching, end-user demand has sharply shrunk. Driven by the continued cell price declines, the wafer market has weakened further this week.

Prices for most specifications have dropped notably:

  • 183N: RMB 1.15/piece
  • 210RN: RMB 1.35/piece
  • 210N: RMB 1.5/piece

Overall, market sentiment remains subdued.

Trading prices for p-type M10 wafers are sustained at RMB 1.05–1.20/piece. However, due to weak p-type demand in China, actual transactions mostly fall within RMB 1.05–1.15/piece, and the market activity is notably lackluster. Although non-China orders provide support with their quotes firm at RMB 1.20–1.25/piece, limited overall demand suggests little room for a short-term price rebound.

As for n-type wafers, the mainstream trading price for 183N this week is RMB 1.15/piece, while some smaller producers have accepted trading prices at RMB 1.10/piece, indicating further price slips. Most manufacturers are negotiating, with further trading prices likely to keep falling.

For 210N wafers, prices have remained relatively firm, while some are traded at RMB 1.45/piece, suggesting falling price trends. Some manufacturers remain under negotiation, and further trading prices may approach RMB 1.45/piece. If end-user demand does not recover, further price declines will be likely.

Regarding 210RN wafers, trading prices this week have generally dropped to RMB 1.35/piece. With continued cell price declines and weak end-user demand, trading prices may see further slips.

Overall, market price pressure persists. Given that end-user demand has yet to show a clear recovery, the short-term outlook for wafer prices remains pessimistic. Continued monitoring of price trends in downstream cells and modules will be crucial.
 

Cell

P-type (182P) cell prices this week:

  • Average price: RMB 0.295/W (slipped)
  • Price range: RMB 0.29–0.30/W (stayed same as last week)

China’s demand for p-type cells is mainly for small, scattered orders, with overall order volume sharply shrinking. Most of the current production is now being shipped to non-China markets, and significant price fluctuations are unlikely in the short term.

N-type cell prices all dropped this week:

183N:

  • Average price: RMB 0.285/W
  • Price range: RMB 0.28–0.29/W

210RN:

  • Average price: RMB 0.28/W
  • Price range: RMB 0.28–0.29/W

210N:

  • Average price: RMB 0.30/W
  • Price range: RMB 0.29–0.30/W

As of this Wednesday, module makers are still trying to negotiate for lower n-type cell prices. Leading cell manufacturers are holding 183N cell prices above RMB 0.28/W. Short-term prices for 210RN are under pressure due to inventory buildup. Prices for 210N are reportedly moving towards RMB 0.29/W in the second half of the week, with possible further declines.

The downstream price negotiations are intense this week. Since prices are nearing production costs, cell makers are trying to support them, and some will cut output in May. Prices are unlikely to recover until supply and demand balance out in May. Whether prices stop falling soon depends on support from both buyers and sellers.
 

Module

Module prices are dropping fast. Distributed project prices initially rose but are now falling quickly. Some small sellers with stockpiles are selling cheap. Some leading manufacturers are delivering at low prices, restarting the price competition. For ground-mounted projects, module prices sit at RMB 0.67–0.71/W. For distributed projects, shrinking demand and fewer high-priced orders have pushed prices down to RMB 0.7-0.73/W. Prices for new deals are down to RMB 0.68/W, with some even negotiating RMB 0.65/W.

Some of recent shipments are for orders signed earlier, with contract prices at RMB 0.61–0.68/W. Still, under the broader push for high-quality development, manufacturers are likely to negotiate with end-users to slow further price drops—potentially using blended pricing for earlier contracts or offering partial discounts.

Currently, module inventories remain at a healthy level. However, further demand will hinge on how China’s ground-mounted projects roll out in 2H25, as well as whether non-China demand holds steady as expected. Accordingly, price fluctuations in 2H25 are unlikely to experience sharp rises or steep declines as seen in the past while price competition will still have impact.

Module prices this week:

182mm PERC glass-glass:

  • RMB 0.62–0.70/W

HJT:

  • RMB 0.73-0.855/W 
  • Ground-mounted projects: RMB 0.73-0.75/W

BC:

  • N-TBC: RMB 0.79-0.83/W (new orders for distributed projects) 
  • Ground-mounted projects: RMB 0.80/W (fewer deliveries due to high prices)

Non-China module prices remain stable this week:

  • TOPCon: USD 0.08- 0.095/W
  • HJT: USD 0.095-0.12/W
  • PERC: USD 0.07-0.08/W
  • N-TBC: USD 0.10-0.11/W

TOPCon module prices by region:  

Prices for Chinese exports to the Asia-Pacific come in at USD 0.085-0.09/W. In India, PERC and TOPCon modules have similar prices. Due to recent changes in Chinese cell prices, there has been little change this month. Indian modules made with Chinese cells are selling in bulk at USD 0.14–0.15/W. 

Modules are delivered at USD 0.09/W in Australia, with prices for distributed projects starting to rise by USD 0.09-0.10/W. Overall delivery prices in Europe remain at USD 0.085-0.09/W, with spot prices showing slower increases and potentially slipping. H2 prices for ground-mounted projects sit at USD 0.08-0.085/W.  

The Latin American market sees overall prices at USD 0.08-0.09/W. Prices in Brazil are reportedly fluctuating at USD 0.08-0.09/W. In the Middle East, prices mostly stay at USD 0.085-0.09/W.

US prices are impacted by policy changes. Manufacturers are now in a 90-day window and are rushing shipments of stocked products, leading to a slight upward price trend, even nearly USD 0.27–0.30/W (DDP). To avoid potential risks, there is a growing number of US module manufacturers raising their quotes, with some even approaching USD 0.40/W (DDP).

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Balcony solar gains US foothold with plug-and-play systems https://seesunenergy.com/2025/04/28/balcony-solar-gains-us-foothold-with-plug-and-play-systems/ https://seesunenergy.com/2025/04/28/balcony-solar-gains-us-foothold-with-plug-and-play-systems/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:17:16 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3596 Bright Saver, a San Francisco-based nonprofit, aims to bring the European balcony solar trend to US homes with low-cost, plug-in systems that require no interconnection approvals or permits in some jurisdictions.

When Rupert Mayer and Kevin Chou met, a simple question sparked what would soon become a mission-driven nonprofit: Why doesn’t balcony solar exist in the United States?

By January 2025, they launched Bright Saver, aiming to make solar power more affordable and accessible to a broader share of Americans. Inspired by Europe’s booming “balcony solar” market – where systems are inexpensive, easy to install and often sold right off supermarket shelves – they saw an opportunity to re-imagine small-scale solar for US homes.

In Germany, these compact solar kits can be plugged directly into standard outlets, without permits or utility interconnection agreements. For the first time, recent legislation in Utah has opened a similar pathway in the United States, allowing systems up to 1.2 kW (AC) to connect via a standard wall outlet provided they meet basic safety standards. A staffer from Utah state Representative Raymond P. Ward’s office even consulted Bright Saver during the drafting process, which led to them incorporating relevant UL and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.

“The irony is that people think America is freer when it comes to business and innovation,” said Mayer, who has a background in mechanical engineering, software, and residential battery systems. “But in reality, you cross from one town to the next, and everything changes – state laws, federal rules, local permitting. It’s a jungle.”

Now the company is bringing that to California. As of April, Bright Saver is seeking 50 early adopters to test its $29-per-month system in the greater San Francisco area.

Solar simplified
Bright Saver has begun local installations, but Mayer admits progress has been steady rather than fast, as each project offers new lessons. By framing their system as an appliance rather than a construction project, the nonprofit has successfully worked with cities such as Berkeley and San Mateo to bypass permitting requirements.
“If you can place it like a TV or washing machine and just plug it in, most cities agree it doesn’t need a permit,” Mayer said.

But not every municipality is as flexible. In El Cerrito, Mayer recalled being told that even a hot water heater, a washing machine or microwave may require a permit. When he questioned whether a standard 120 V countertop microwave needed a permit, the answer was a hesitant “maybe,” he said.

To guide customers through installation, Bright Saver offers a simple two-page manual. To avoid requirements associated with state interconnection laws, Bright Saver has chosen to prevent electricity from flowing back into the grid, a process that adds cost, complexity and time.

Each California system includes an energy monitor similar to a Sense device, current transformer clamp meters and communication tools that link to the microinverters mounted on the solar panels. A licensed electrician installs the equipment with a direct connection within the electrical panel, which typically takes two to three hours to set up a power meter and sensors on a dedicated circuit. The system continuously monitors household consumption and solar generation. If it detects that electricity flow is approaching zero or risks reversing into the grid, it automatically signals the inverter to throttle down electricity output.

Mayer said that this complexity is exactly what Bright Saver hopes to eliminate over time.

“The key is making sure no electricity flows back into the grid,” he said. “The best solution so far is mounting a power meter in the breaker box, but that adds significant complexity – extra electronics, Wi-Fi, software – and these components are made in small batches, not mass-produced.”

Mayer said doing this “requires a real installation by an electrician, and we’ve encountered far more breaker panel variations in California than expected. In some cases,” he said, “utility panels are outside while breaker boxes are inside, leaving no clear place to attach sensors. These are some of the core challenges we’re working to overcome.”

In contrast, Utah’s recent legislation removes these barriers. While utilities don’t compensate customers for excess power, they also can’t impose penalties. This creates a streamlined model that Mayer and Chou hope other states will adopt.

pv magazine USA asked Mayer about potential risks, such as using GFCI circuit breakers on the same circuit, or combining loads and generation on the same circuit. He explained that while electricity flows both ways without issue in principle, current standards haven’t fully accounted for this use case.

“The amperage is the same whether power flows in or out,” Mayer said. “But NEC and UL standards weren’t designed with this scenario in mind. It’s not a technical problem, it’s a regulatory one. These agencies need updated guidance to test and certify hardware appropriately.”

Mayer did highlight one potential safety concern known as “breaker masking,” which is a situation where simultaneous loads and generation on a single circuit can obscure potential overload risks. This is why Bright Saver prefers to install a dedicated circuit for its systems. Looking ahead, Mayer suggests that integrating battery storage could offer an elegant solution, allowing for controlled energy output while further simplifying grid interaction.

This issue has also been highlighted for private persons who are plugging their systems directly into the wall plugs, without having a dedicated circuit.

“A full rooftop solar system can cost $10,000 or more. Our kits are a fraction of that,” said Mayer. “Once people see the savings, they start thinking about EVs, heat pumps, and larger solar arrays. It’s about getting people started.”

Chou, drawing on his background in finance and software, emphasized that Bright Saver’s nonprofit structure is key to navigating these challenges. “We’re not here to chase high margins or satisfy investors,” he said. “We’re here to drive a movement — making solar accessible, especially for families who’ve been priced out of traditional systems.”

Organized as a 501(c)(3), Bright Saver is actively seeking partnerships with advocacy groups to promote legislation similar to what was passed in Utah across the country.

While both founders stressed the importance of sound economics and technical rigor, “We definitely have a spreadsheet,” Mayer joked.

They’ve built the company to prioritize impact over profits. The goal is sustainable growth that brings affordable solar to more Americans, without being constrained by shareholder pressures.

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560MW Desert Power Station Equipped with Trina Solar Vertex N 700W+ Series Modules https://seesunenergy.com/2023/09/08/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ https://seesunenergy.com/2023/09/08/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/#respond Fri, 08 Sep 2023 02:35:04 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3592 Trina Solar has begun to supply Vertex N 700W+ series modules to the 560MW PV power station in Xinghai County, Qinghai province. The power station is expected to be commissioned by the end of this year, with average annual energy yield of about 1.077 billion kWh.

The plant, developed and owned by Datang Qinghai New Energy Development Co Ltd, is located in the new energy base of Hekatan in the northeast of Xinghai County, average altitude 3,200 meters, and is the first such large-scale project in the county.

The project located in desert plateau, is subject to drastic temperature differences and extreme weather, including high winds and hailstorms, and these pose great challenges to module reliability and energy yield. For that reason the Vertex N 700W+ series modules were an obvious choice for the project.

Among total scale of 560MW, Trina Solar supplies 488MW Vertex N 700W+ series modules equipped with advanced 210mm technology and n-type i-TOPCon Advanced technology. The products are renowned for their high reliability, high efficiency, high power, high energy yield and their ability to reduce LCOE, delivering more values to customers.

The great value offered by Vertex N 700W+ series modules can be illustrated by the 3.2MW ground power station in Gonghe County, Qinghai province. These modules can significantly reduce the costs of installation, electric components and trackers as compared with other modules. Ultimately the Vertex N 700W+ series modules can save RMB 0.0424 per watt, making them 5.8% lower than other n-type modules. In addition to the superior value in ground-mounted power stations, Vertex N 700W+ series modules also further promote environmental benefits.

Batches of Trina Solar Vertex N 700W+ series modules are being delivered to the 560MW PV power station in Qinghai. Trina Solar has been the first achieving mass production of Vertex N 700W+ series modules, and it will continue to show the way in the 700W+ era.

Source: PR Newswire

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Sungrow Launches New Management and Monitoring System iSolarCloud https://seesunenergy.com/2023/09/06/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ https://seesunenergy.com/2023/09/06/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/#respond Wed, 06 Sep 2023 01:29:55 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3588 Sungrow unveiled its upgraded version of its iSolarCloud App on September 1st, 2023. As an intelligent project management and monitoring system developed by Sungrow, iSolarCloud enables comprehensive lifecycle management for photovoltaic and energy storage plants, including data collection, plant monitoring, as well as operation and maintenance (O&M). The new version boasts enhanced functionality, improved information security, and a visually appealing design, ensuring an unparalleled user experience characterized by smart management, comprehensive protection, and a simplified screen display.

Upgraded Experience with Smart Management

The new iSolarCloud facilitates the power plant’s timely O&M with higher efficiency. It can diagnose abnormalities in advance and intelligently send fault warnings via App notifications or email. It supports Smart IV Curve Diagnosis for faulty modules, and automatically outputs a fault analysis report with over 90% accuracy. A remote upgrade function is added to the App, enabling remote equipment upgrades without the need for on-site O&M personnel.

The new App version is more focused on the user’s needs. A separate EV charging interface has been added to meet the demand of EV owners among customers. In addition, a function for setting CO2 emission targets has been added, which is in line with the user’s attitude towards green living.

Enhanced Security with Comprehensive Protection

The new iSolarCloud is one of the few products in the industry that has received certification for both the international industrial information security standard IEC62443 and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It achieves a comprehensive information protection on communication, system, application and data, ensuring user’s information security in all aspects.

Improved Interface and Usability

The new iSolarCloud upgrades on visual elements such as color, font, and icon, providing a relaxing and user-friendly experience with a visually pleasing interface. The power plant energy flow diagram is upgraded to a 2.5D design with a dynamic flow effect that shows the energy distribution directly. Visual charts are adopted to simplify the information display for easier understanding. In addition, a customizable sequencing function is added to prioritize key information and display all key data on one screen.

Source: Sungrow

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Enphase Energy Begins Microinverter Shipments from Texas https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/31/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/31/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/#respond Thu, 31 Aug 2023 02:09:41 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3586 Enphase Energy, Inc. today announced initial shipments of Enphase® IQ® Microinverters produced in Arlington, Texas by global contract manufacturer Salcomp, marking the use of a third contract manufacturer in the United States. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has enabled Enphase Energy to manufacture in the United States, creating new jobs and advancing the country’s clean energy economy.

Enphase Energy and Salcomp will host a ribbon-cutting and installer training event today, Aug. 29, 2023, at Salcomp’s manufacturing facility in Arlington, Texas. Attendees will include leadership from both Enphase and Salcomp, as well a couple of hundred installers from the Enphase Installer Network (EIN).

“We are thrilled to partner with Enphase to manufacture its market-leading products at our facility in Texas,” said Brian Chaconas, Arlington site manager at Salcomp. “Together with Enphase, we are helping to bolster high-tech manufacturing in the United States and scale clean energy solutions for a sustainable future.”

“We are pleased to have Salcomp as a contract manufacturing partner in the United States,” said Ron Swenson, vice president, operations at Enphase Energy. “The ability to service our local customers better, along with helping to support installers to deliver our industry-leading solutions, are some of our top priorities. We thank Salcomp for its support as it is a testament to our mutual commitment to provide high-quality and reliable microinverter-based systems. We look forward to furthering our relationship by adding battery storage products and commercial microinverters in 2024.”

IQ Microinverters leverage Enphase Energy’s unique software-defined architecture and semiconductor integration for excellent reliability and economies of scale. Enphase Energy’s microinverters are subjected to a rigorous reliability and quality testing regimen with more than one million cumulative hours of power-on testing to ensure exceptional performance under heat, high humidity, salty air, extreme cold, and harsh climate conditions, and come with a 25-year limited warranty in the United States.

Source: Enphase

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Aiko Signs 650MW Module Supply Agreement with Dutch Distributor LIBRA https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/28/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/28/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/#respond Mon, 28 Aug 2023 08:08:52 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3583 Aiko signed a 650MW module supply agreement with LIBRA in the Netherlands, reported China Securities Journal Tuesday.

Aiko’s new-generation All Back Contact (ABC) module features aesthetic value and high efficiency, with a delivery rate of as high as 24 percent. The collaboration with LIBRA not only increases Aiko’s presence in the European market, but also brings new growth opportunities for the company, according to Aiko.

In the first half of 2023, the company registered a total operating revenue of 16.48 billion yuan, up 3.09 percent year on year. The net profit attributable to the parent company reached 1.309 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 119.6 percent.

The company achieved a sales volume of approximately 18.7GW for batteries and modules. Among these products, the PERC battery remains at full production and sales capacity, the 6.5GW high-efficiency ABC battery has reached full production capacity in Zhuhai, south China’s Guangdong Province, while the supporting module capacity is gradually being put into operation.

Source: Xinhua Silk Road

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JinkoSolar Supplies 25 Sets C&I Energy Storage System in Guangdong https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/25/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/25/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/#respond Fri, 25 Aug 2023 01:42:01 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3581 JinkoSolar announced that it has delivered 25 sets of its liquid cooling C&I energy storage systems (JKS-215KLAA-100PLAA) to Xiaodong Renewable Energy Co. Ltd., endowing a total capacity of 5.375 MWh, in Dongguan, China’s Guangdong province.

Located in 5 industrial parks, the 25 sets of JinkoSolar’s SunGiga liquid cooling storage system (ESS) coupled with renewable energy contribute to grid stability. In addition, the high price of electricity during peak period in Guangdong Province brings a considerable amount of electricity expenses to enterprises, so these 5.375 MWh products play a key role in peak shaving and valley filling.

JinkoSolar’s SunGiga C&I ESS is a portfolio with a battery capacity ranging from 200kWh to 2MWh, available for two- to four-hour applications. The solution combines lithium-ion batteries, a power conversion system (PCS), an energy management system (EMS), and a fire suppression system (FSS), streamlining the transportation, installation, and operation and maintenance (O&M).

“Safety, Smart and Easy” is the design philosophy of SunGiga the new generation liquid cooling C&I ESS. As a result of advanced technologies, the SunGiga boasts an advanced liquid cooling battery system, enabling precise temperature control and temperature differences between cells that are no greater than 2℃, extending the lifetime of batteries and significantly improving the charging and discharging efficiency. It offers an all-round comprehensive safety design from the cell to system level. AI-assisted cell monitoring technology performs high-precision online computing of cell status and provides early-stage warnings to prevent thermal runaway. Five layers of monitoring and controlling mechanisms to detect any abnormalities. The perfluoro fire protection system is normally equipped within this product. As a result, it ensures system safety across multiple aspects.

Furthermore, the automatic state of charge (SoC) calibration and the automated coolant refilling system considerably reduce operation and maintenance (O&M) costs.

Source: JinkoSolar

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Qn-SOLAR to Further Expands Its Global Footprint https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/23/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ https://seesunenergy.com/2023/08/23/gsl-energy-lifepo4-batteries-installed-for-solar-systems-in-philippines-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2023 06:12:29 +0000 https://seesunenergy.com/?p=3579 Qn-SOLAR has announced its upcoming participation in Intersolar South America at Expo Center Norte, Sao Paulo, Brazil. The company will showcase its flagship product, the QNN182-HS585-72, at the expo.

Intersolar South America brings together renowned experts and industry leaders to shed light on the hottest topics within the industry. The participation of Qn-SOLAR demonstrates its unwavering determination to make significant strides in the South American market.

“We are thrilled to announce that we have already secured signed orders totaling 200MW in the South American market for H2 of 2023. We anticipate a rapid growth in order volume during this period. To better serve the local market, we have established a Qn-SOLAR subsidiary in Brazil, complete with local warehouses, sales, logistics, after-sales, and business development teams. At Qn-SOLAR, we prioritize transparency and traceability in every step of our supply chain. We are optimistic about the potential of the South American market and remain dedicated to its success.”, said Stephen Cai, Chairman and Co-founder of Qn-SOLAR.

The QNN182-HS585-72, the flagship product sold in South America, is based on the 182mm N-Type TOPCon technology and boasts an impressive module efficiency of 22.7%. It excels in low irradiance conditions, surpassing traditional PERC modules, and offers a lower power degradation rate and temperature coefficient.

Earlier this year, the QNN182-HS585-72 obtained the INMETRO certification, enabling its entry into the Brazilian market by meeting specific requirements. The certified product has already been successfully deployed in a utility-scale project. Notably, the ambitious 70MW Fishery PV TOPCon technology-based project in Hubei Province, China, showcases Qn-SOLAR’s commitment to innovative and sustainable solutions, providing enhanced support to the local fishery and aquaculture industries.

Mordor Intelligence highlights two major trends in the South American market. Firstly, the ground-mounted segment surpasses the rooftop segment in the solar PV market due to the prevalence of large-scale solar PV projects. Secondly, Brazil’s ambitious plan to invest USD 25 billion by 2030 presents growth opportunities for solar module manufacturers worldwide. Consequently, the solar power sector in Brazil is expected to experience substantial growth and dominate the South American solar PV market in the coming years.

Following Intersolar South America, Qn-SOLAR will also actively participate in various trade shows in Europe and Japan later this year to explore new business opportunities and demonstrate its unwavering commitment to global carbon emissions reduction.

Source: PR Newswire

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