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The new monolithic tandem solar cell developed by Chonnam National University achieved 23% efficiency and a 2.1V open-circuit voltage. Fusing all-inorganic halide perovskites and other materials, it promises to revolutionize artificial photosynthesis and agri-voltaic applications.

Aisin Corp, a Japanese automotive parts supplier, has partnered with Greenalia to reserve 50 MW of energy from Texas' Misae II solar project. Greenalia will generate 130 GWh of electricity annually for Aisin's North American unit, 18% of the project's capacity. Misae II is expected to be operational by late 2025 and could expand up to 695 MWdc.

The Sri Lankan government has approved a 700-MW floating solar park with 1.5 GWh battery storage, providing 1,100 GWh of renewable energy annually and investing USD 1.72 billion. An environmental milestone, this project will revolutionize the energy sector of Kilinochchi.

Daqo New Energy Corp. unveils USD 2.1bn investment plan in Xinjiang, China for a industrial park to produce silicon-based materials. The ambitious project includes two phases of development with a total of 300,000 tonnes of polysilicon and 2.2 million pieces of silicon seed rod.

BCPG is selling its entire solar portfolio in Japan to Danish investor Obton, comprising 104MW of operational plants and 13MW of projects, valued at THB 10.38 billion. The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2021.

Sembcorp wins 117 MWp solar PV tender from Singapore's government, furthering its commitment to green energy with 25GW of renewable capacity by 2028.

Rays Power Infra signs MOU with Uttarakhand to build 500-MW solar park, meeting state's power demands and expanding presence into Asia, Middle East, and North Africa. Make the switch to clean energy with this experienced solar plant builder.

Trina Solar enters the industrial energy storage sector in Japan, partnering with Narashinrinsigen to supply 30MWh of storage capacity from 2024. Trina Storage’s Elementa 2 boasts zero battery degradation in the first year of operation. With over 100 global partners and projects exceeding 10 GWh, this collaboration will contribute significantly to the global energy transition.

China is dramatically changing its power system to boost battery profits and reduce solar payments. 20 provinces and regions have adopted electricity rate regimes that will likely affect solar's economic outlook. With improved economics, China is expected to triple energy storage installations this year. Meanwhile, Australia is pressing China to remove trade impediments concerning live lobster and red meat.

Researchers in China have developed a graphite putty for use in perovskite solar devices - malleable, cost-effective and environmentally sustainable with impressive efficiencies of up to 20.29%.

GoodWe's cutting-edge GW100K-HT inverters are helping India to reach energy independence with a 500KWp solar project powering a smart cowshed, reducing carbon impact and generating over 60 MWh per month. Unlock the potential of this transformative project.

INVTSolar revolutionizes the local solar industry with its latest XG1-5kW-S on-grid solar inverter, winning the Most Innovative Product Launch award at the State Business Meet 2023. Enjoy all its features - from single MPPT to grid monitoring - to create a sustainable future.

Gurin Energy Pte Ltd reaches financial close on 75-MW solar project, set to provide clean energy to 35,500 homes in the Philippines beginning in 2024. Join the green energy trading corridor between Indonesia and Singapore with 2 GW of renewable energy.

Goldi Solar is the chosen supplier for a major project, supplying the modules needed to complete it. With 10 years experience, this is just one example of their success.

GCL sets the bar high in perovskite tandem module development with its new record in conversion efficiency. Optimized light trapping structure & adjusted band gap of device layer make it possible.