UVID, or ultraviolet-induced degradation, has been an important issue in modern solar cell and module manufacturing. Kiwa ...

The 2026 PV Module Index Report evaluates photovoltaic modules using extended stress testing designed to identify reliability and performance risks that may not appear in standard certification ...

While 19 manufacturers received recognition as high achievers in RETC’s 2026 testing sequences, problems with ...

The reliable performance of PV modules is heavily influenced by the climate conditions in deserts, which include factors such as irradiance, temperature, humidity and dust soiling. Image: DEWA R&D. A ...

RETC, part of the VDE Group, has released its 2026 PV Module Index (PVMI) Report, which features 19 solar panel manufacturers ...

Hail durability testing saw a decline in ‘high achiever’ results from 70% to 27% between 2025 and 2026. Image: Marian Heinkel ...

Utilize I-V curve plotting with specialized equipment to assess PV array performance under real-world conditions. Analyze factors such as shading, soiling, temperature, and module degradation that ...

JinkoSolar’s submitted modules passed RETC’s rigorous Thresher Test/PQP full-sequence reliability testing, including TC200 thermal cycling, DH1000 damp heat, dynamic mechanical load, PID ...

This recognition highlights the exceptional quality and reliability of their N-Type TOPCon bifacial modules. The award ...

Silfab Solar, North America's leading PV module and cell manufacturer, has received a "high achiever" award as a top-tier ...

In the 12th edition, Kiwa PVEL names a total of 43 manufacturers as "Top Performers" in one or more of the tests, although for the first time, no single model achieved Top Performer status across all ...