The Canadian military has a goal to hit net-zero emissions by 2050. It can be a well-timed business opportunity for you. By Sofia Martimianakis January 31, 2023 Industry Insight
German researchers announce a significant improvement in the stability of perovskite thin film in different solar cell architectures January 28, 2023 Research and Development
You’ve heard of community solar once or twice before — let’s review what it is, how it works, and who benefits the most from it January 23, 2023 Perspective
University of Ottawa SUNLAB team announced a new method that improves readings of double-sided solar panels “Incorporating this new method into future bifacial standards would provide a consistent methodology for testing ... By Derick LilaJanuary 21, 2023 Studies and Modelling
Installed solar power capacity claimed last year’s #1 spot, and is poised to dominate worldwide by 2027 — according to a new report
Scientists at EPFL and Sungkyunkwan University in Korea have found a way to improve the stability of Perovskite solar cells
Solar-powered reactor converts greenhouse gases and plastics into different products that are useful in a range of industries
Join Sofia as she looks back on some of the most impactful solar industry stories of the past year—that forecast sunny days ahead
German scientists have achieved a new world record for solar cell efficiency, marking a “really big leap” forward for renewable energy
Canadian clean energy think tank is concerned and criticizes a report by Ontario’s IESO on the province’s NetZero future
UCLA research-led team announced another significant breakthrough that could make using perovskite material in solar cells a reality
Industry Updates 25% of Canadian Fed’s power consumption in Alberta will come from new solar projects within the province, as part of Greening Government Strategy
Industry Updates Canadian hydroelectric power company agrees to acquire a 60MW solar portfolio located in north-western Ontario
Industry Updates Canadian Solar subsidiary announced project plans to expand its solar and battery storage manufacturing capacity in China
Industry Updates Hanwha signs MoU to invest in building battery system production facilities in North America, with one of the largest battery makers
Industry Updates Tigo Energy’s new chess move expands its ability to leverage energy consumption and production data for solar energy producers
Industry Updates Canadian Solar makes long-awaited production and shipping announcement regarding its N-type TOPCon solar modules
Industry Updates Canadian clean energy provider Envest Corp. announced the acquisition of Bullfrog Power from its parent company, Spark Power Corp.
Industry Updates Chinese solar panel manufacturer—JinkoSolar announced it had reached 23.86 percent efficiency for its 182-mm n-type TOPCon module
Industry Updates Government of Canada invests in Montreal-based company to advance anti-reflection glass technology for solar panels
Industry Updates Bullfrog Power announces success of its PPA consultancy; says it helps businesses catalyze on major renewable projects
Industry Updates Natural Resources Canada invests $1.6 million in CanREA Electricity Transition Hub to help utilities and system operators transition to a net-zero economy by 2050
Industry Updates The Canadian Renewable Energy Association’s next President and CEO—Vittoria Bellissimo will assume the position on October 31, 2022
News Insight Canada-based solar company at it again: Different location, same solar scam, only this time the Federal government is investigating Homeowners across the country, including most recently in Alberta, say they gave deposits for a residential solar panel installation following a door-to-door sales ... By Sofia MartimianakisDecember 16, 20220
Research and Development Swiss researchers develop a new process for manufacturing bifacial CIGS thin film solar cells with record efficiencies According to the International Technology Roadmap of Photovoltaics, bifacial solar cells could capture 70% of the total market by 2030. By Derick LilaDecember 15, 20220
Science and Technology Global team of researchers, including DOE scientists, develop new way to make hybrid perovskites, say could enhance nextgen solar cell stability The new technique rendered the perovskite air-stable, making it appropriate for a potential solar cell. By Derick LilaDecember 14, 20220
Streaming Getting a net-zero factory prebuilt house put together—in the middle of winter weather—and in Boston, isn’t what I expected
Streaming Solar electric vehicles are set to hit markets soon—but do they have the potential to gain wider adoption as normal EVs?
Streaming Building tools to usher in the next generation of PPAs — Alain Brisebois, CFA, President CWP Energy on RENEWABLES : UNSCRIPTED
Streaming Could optical concentrators replace trackers in improving the amount of light that reaches the solar cell?
Streaming Focus on the process but be ready to adapt — Angella Rainford, Founder of Soléco Energy on RENEWABLES : UNSCRIPTED
Streaming Learning how to say “No!” with Will Hitchcock, Founder of Above Surveying—RENEWABLES : UNSCRIPTED
Subscriber Only Canada unveiled the nation’s first Critical Minerals Strategy. Does it have what it takes to make the country a new solar manufacturing powerhouse? The Critical Minerals Strategy outlines the cleantech industries with the highest potential for value chain integration across Canada. By Brett PorterDecember 13, 20220 Research and Development MIT develops a scalable manufacturing technique to produce paper-thin, lightweight fabric solar cells that can be stuck onto any surface In other words, MIT researchers developed solar cells that are entirely printable. By Derick LilaDecember 12, 20221 News Insight One strategic move by Alberta’s Renewable Energy Program (REP) has generated significant revenue for the provincial government Alberta made an estimated $160 million from their Renewable Energy Program. By Sofia MartimianakisDecember 11, 20220 Posts navigation1234…953
Research and Development MIT develops a scalable manufacturing technique to produce paper-thin, lightweight fabric solar cells that can be stuck onto any surface In other words, MIT researchers developed solar cells that are entirely printable. By Derick LilaDecember 12, 20221
News Insight One strategic move by Alberta’s Renewable Energy Program (REP) has generated significant revenue for the provincial government Alberta made an estimated $160 million from their Renewable Energy Program. By Sofia MartimianakisDecember 11, 20220