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The UNSW study observes that PL images of all modules (a) before damp-heat (DH) testing and (b) after 2,000 h at 85 °C and 85% RH show a clear reduction in intensity and the appearance of localised dark regions. (Source: University of New South Wales (UNSW))
Researchers from UNSW identified magnesium (Mg)-driven rear-side recombination losses in n-type TOPCon modules under prolonged humidity exposure
Top Companies By Module Power Ratings
The TaiyangNews report tracks company representation across the top 3 module power levels in the TOP SOLAR MODULES listing from 2024 to 2025
Kiwa PI Berlin
Kiwa PI Berlin warns of higher defect rates as new factories ramp up under cost and policy pressures
Higher Power Benchmarks: The top commercial module power ratings increased steadily from 715W in early 2024 to 730 W by mid-2025, setting a new benchmark by the end of 2025. (Source: TaiyangNews)
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis examines module power trends, tracking developments at the top end, alongside efficiency
n_tec_Quality Assurance Becomes Critical
At the TaiyangNews Reliable PV Module Design Conference, TÜV Rheinland’s Johannes Stange outlined how cost pressure is driving new quality risks and failures in PV module designs
Shift to Higher Power Classes: Modules above 600 W increased their share across the period, while the 500-600 W segment contracted and sub-500 W products remained marginal. (Source: TaiyangNews)
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis shows a clear shift toward higher power ratings, with modules above 600 W increasingly dominating the listing
ATMOCE’s module inverter system architecture, highlighting panel-level MPPT, minimal DC voltage, and flexible scalability for single- and three-phase PV systems. (Source: TaiyangNews)
ATMOCE outlines how panel-level inversion supports safety, scalability, and performance across residential, BIPV, and agri-PV applications
No Further Extension: PERC efficiencies showed no movement during the analysis period, maintaining a narrow range of 21.5% - 21.7% throughout 2024 and 2025. (Source: TaiyangNews)
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis shows that the efficiency range for PERC modules remained unchanged throughout 2024 and 2025
UVID_HJT_2025
A study shows UV stability in SHJ solar cells depends on hydrogen release and dopant deactivation in the front amorphous layers
Power Roll
Innovate UK–funded AI-IMPACT project aims to strengthen quality control with AI-enabled testing and metrology tools and support roll-to-roll manufacturing of perovskite solar cells
Liquid Encapsulation: A Route To More Circular Module Design
Researchers from Delft University of Technology and Biosphere Solar propose a liquid encapsulation approach that enables easier module disassembly
n_tec_TOPCon_Module Efficiency
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis shows that TOPCon exhibited the most frequent efficiency upgrades among all cell technologies
Fraunhofer ISE
The projects aim to reduce copper and aluminum use while improving cost efficiency in large-scale solar plants
n_tec_HJT_module Progress
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis shows that HJT efficiency progressed at the upper end over the last 24 months, while the lower efficiency limit remained unchanged
n_tec_HYSolar
The China-based wafer manufacturer has reported first-batch production using in-house slicing equipment at its Baotou facility
BC module efficiency progress
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis shows that BC technology retained its position as the efficiency leader, with improvements at the upper end between January 2024 and December 2025
UNSW
The non-destructive technique lets researchers and manufacturers see how ultraviolet light degrades solar cells, and how sunlight helps them recover, in real time
GainSolar_BIPV
At a recent TaiyangNews conference, Gain Solar outlined how building-integrated photovoltaics are moving beyond rooftops and customized architectural applications
PERC_Technology_share
The TaiyangNews TOP SOLAR MODULES analysis shows a sustained decline in PERC’s product count and share over 2024 and 2025
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