Lab-tested solar module performance has improved over the last year, according to data from US-based technical advisory firm Renewable Energy Test Centre (RETC). In its 2025 PV Module Index Report, ...

Instances of cracks in PV module glass started appearing about five years ago. Spontaneous glass breakage is now one of the ...

Spain's Enertis Applus has launched a new unit of its mobile laboratory in Australia after rollouts to Brazil, Chile, Mexico and Europe– markets where the company already operates mobile laboratories ...

Kiwa PVEL managing director Kevin Gibson said that ‘regularly iterating’ on the testing process helps ensure the relevance of that process. Image: Kiwa PVEL. Testing and quality assurance provider ...

Solar panel efficiency affects how much electricity your system can generate from the roof space available – here’s what that means and why it matters ...

The solar industry has fought for decades to earn its reputation as the fastest, cheapest way to decarbonize the grid. But in 2025, as deployment accelerates and policy support wanes, the industry ...

These are the best solar panels of 2026. If you're considering rooftop solar panels, make sure you choose high-quality equipment.

We put the Jackery Explorer 240 portable power station through a long 3-month test and deliver the pros and cons of this ...

Switch to plug-in solar? My advice after testing the DIY energy tech at home ...

Solar panels need sunlight, not heat – so what happens to your home’s energy generation when temperatures soar?

Last July, as temperatures in Phoenix crested 46°C (115°F) for the fifth consecutive day, rooftop solar panels across the ...

Instead of wanting a backyard solar system to power your whole house from the get-go, aim for one to permanently eliminate ...