Solar Power - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Why Platinum Wire Is the Hidden Hero in Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Tech
In hydrogen systems, platinum does far more than sit in a catalyst layer. It serves as a current carrier, reaction initiator, electrode backbone, temperature monitor, and high-temperature conductor that keeps the entire electrochemical process stable.
2026 Top Business Risks for Renewable Energy Companies
Now in its 15th year, this annual business risk ranking by corporate insurer Allianz Commercial incorporates the views of 3,338 global risk management professionals on the main perils on their radar for the year ahead.
The Evolution of Commercial Solar: Lessons from Discontinued Solar Brands
As countries move toward decarbonization and grow the share of renewable energy in the total energy mix, the commercial solar panel sector has seen both meteoric rises and sudden declines among its most prominent brands.
Preventing Vermin Damage and Other Solar Hazards
Here’s a little-known fact about residential and commercial solar systems: wildlife damage is a real problem. Wildlife can affect system efficiency, lifespan, and create safety risks for both homeowners and business owners. The solution? Proactive prevention.
Scaling Laboratory Solar Cell Research with High-Purity Boron Nitride Crucibles
As laboratories move from proof-of-concept cells to reproducible high-efficiency prototypes, every component in the processing line must preserve purity, chemical stability, and reproducibility. This is where Boron Nitride (BN) Crucibles have become indispensable.
What’s Slowing Down Solar Deployment in Europe and How to Fix It
This paper analyzes this slowdown through a dual lens: first, the well-researched systemic barriers of market design, grid limitations, and policy friction & the critically under-examined operational and delivery bottlenecks within the industry's project execution model.
Corban Commons Solar Project - 436kW Solis C&I Grid-tied Projects
For Corban Commons, the challenge was to secure a renewable energy solution that would provide long-term cost savings for its low-income senior residents without burdening the facility with initial capital expenditures.
Solar Power - Featured Stories
How to Extend Solar Racking Lifespan With Smart Material Pairing
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Whether engineers use sacrificial anodes, hybrid materials or specialized coatings, these materials extend solar panel racking systems’ lifespans. This change has far-reaching implications on the renewable energy sector and related fields.
2026 Outlook: U.S. Solar Adapts to Policy Shifts as Retrofitting and New Technology Drive Growth

PV Hardware USA expects policy adaptation, domestic manufacturing progress and energy storage to shape the next phase of industry growth
Nextpower Opens Southeast Operations Hub and Doubles Manufacturing Capacity in Tennessee with Partner MSS Steel Tubes USA

Expanded capacity and regional presence strengthen U.S. supply chains and support increasing solar power demand across the Southeast
Solar Power - News Headlines
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market to hit $694.5 Billion by 2035
The Global Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market was valued at USD 323.5 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% to reach USD 694.5 billion by 2035.
Tigo Energy Next Gen Software-Enhanced GO Battery Now Available in North America
Storage system improvements over the EI Battery enable installation twice as fast, taking up 40% less space, with Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program qualification
Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Unveils Interactive Programming to Enhance Education and Networking
Intersolar & Energy Storage North America, the premier U.S. tradeshow and conference series for solar, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and manufacturing, today announced onsite activities that enhance education, collaboration, and connection at its Flagship event on February 18-20 at the San Diego Convention Center.
Solar Power - Featured Product
OMCO Origin® Factory-Direct Trackers
OMCO Origin® Factory-Direct Trackers
A One-In-Portrait (1P) solution that support a wide range of solar projects (utility scale, distributed generation (DG), & C&I markets). Manufactured and factory preassembled in the USA at one of OMCO Solar's 5 US plants (AZ, IN, AL, OH), OMCO makes all structural components with domestic steel and now can offer a 100% domestic tracker. OMCO Origin® Factory-Direct Trackers include universal module mounts with options for all commercially available modules, labor-saving bearings with 6 adjustable ways to compensate for posts and terrain issues, and foundation solutions for every terrain including OMCO C Piles.
Solar Power - Featured Company
Hammond Power Solutions
HPS is one of the largest manufacturer of dry-type transformers in North America. We engineer and manufacture a wide range of standard and custom transformers that are exported globally in electrical equipment and systems. We support solid industries such as oil and gas, mining, steel, waste and water treatment, commercial construction, data centers and wind power generation. HPS leads the industry in these markets through its technical design strength, breadth of product, and manufacturing capabilities, making HPS a stronger company both fundamentally and financially.









