Our member Sungrow has announced that its residential energy storage system has officially received JET (Japan Electrical Safety & Environment Technology Laboratories) certification. The certified products include the SH5.5RS-JP hybrid inverter and residential battery system, offering a maximum storage capacity of 12.8 kWh. Following the JET certification of its low-voltage products in 2024, this new […]
The article, written by Ariel Cohen, highlights why the US should take care to remain a leader in energy storage. Specifically, the inability of renewables to provide a continuous energy supply like natural gas is cited as one of the biggest limitations in this area, while storage can lower energy costs, outpace technological competition, and […]
Germany has officially exceeded 100 GW of total installed solar PV capacity, according to data from the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur). With 1.12 GW added in January 2025—primarily from rooftop systems—the country reached 100.8 GW in cumulative capacity. Although the monthly additions dropped 38% compared to December 2024, Germany remains on track to meet its […]
AVR Solar Park has completed Serbia’s first-ever tokenization in the energy sector, raising over EUR 600,000 to finance the expansion of the 9.856 MW Saraorci solar power plant. Through the sale of 7,250 digital tokens, investors receive a 6% fixed annual interest and become part of the country’s green transition. This innovative financing model offers […]
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the country is set to add a record 63 GW of new power plant capacity in 2025—93% of which will come from carbon-free sources. This surge in clean energy comes amid growing electricity demand driven by AI data centers and domestic manufacturing. Utility-scale solar will lead the […]
The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System in California’s Mojave Desert—once hailed as a breakthrough in solar energy—is nearing its end. Built in 2014 using solar thermal tower technology, the $2.2 billion plant has been outpaced by rapidly falling costs of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. With 300,000 mirrors focusing sunlight on central towers to generate steam […]
TÜV Rheinland Group successfully organized the Solar Energy Conference (SEC) 2025 on February 12-13, 2025, at its state-of-the-art solar and energy storage testing laboratory in Cologne, Germany. The event attracted 160 industry representatives from eight countries, providing a dynamic platform for discussing the latest developments and challenges in the solar energy sector. Key Topics Discussed: […]
Hopewind has successfully implemented its advanced hopeSun 110kW PV inverters in a major solar project for a leading manufacturer located in Busan, South Korea. This innovative installation is helping the manufacturer achieve energy independence, reduce operational costs, and support the region’s ambitious sustainability targets. Key Achievements: 25% Reduction in Annual Electricity Bills: Lower operational costs […]
Solis has taken a significant step in promoting renewable energy solutions by successfully installing its S6-GR1P6K-S inverter at a picturesque family farm located in Chile’s stunning Región del Maule. Known for its vibrant agriculture and plentiful sunshine, the region provides an ideal environment for harnessing solar energy. The newly installed Solis S6-GR1P6K-S inverter now serves […]
According to China’s National Energy Administration (NEA), the country added a total of 39.47 GW of new solar capacity in January and February, bringing its total installed solar capacity to 930 GW. This represents an increase of 7.49% compared to the same period last year. By the end of February, China’s total power generation capacity […]
