Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

Photovoltaic modules are central to the transition towards sustainable energy systems, yet their long‐term efficiency is subject to both inherent material limitations and external environmental ...

An international research team used high-resolution electroluminescence imaging to quantify type-C cracks in 100 PV modules after 11 years of operation, linking crack distribution to real-world power ...

Chemitek Solar develops biodegradable Drone AgroPV Cleaning Agent for drone-based cleaning of agrivoltaic systems ...

Extreme heat and dust reduce solar panel efficiency by 15% to more than 60% across sub-Saharan Africa. Module surface temperatures often exceed 70°C, sharply lowering voltage and energy conversion ...

Pickup program helps businesses and contractors recycle end-of-life solar panels responsibly while simplifying local ...