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Seeing the Future Clearly: Bifacial Solar Panels Take Center Stage in 2026
Bifacial solar panels are emerging as one of the leading solar technologies in 2026, offering higher energy yields by capturing sunlight from both the front and the back of the panel. Unlike traditional panels, bifacial modules take advantage of reflected light from surfaces such as concrete, sand, rooftops, or even snow, allowing systems to generate more power without significantly increasing their footprint. With improvements in panel efficiency, durability, and cost-effect
Brian Harbin
21 hours ago1 min read


Solar, Supercharged
As the global energy transition accelerates, solar technology is entering a new era of performance and innovation , driven by breakthroughs that push beyond the traditional limits of silicon-based photovoltaics. In 2026, the industry is being reshaped by next-generation efficiency technologies — from high-performance perovskite-silicon tandem cells nearing and exceeding 30 % conversion efficiency, to advanced all-perovskite tandem architectures achieving nearly 30 % in the
Brian Harbin
Jan 11 min read


Raising the Hosting Bar: Industry Strategies to Maximize Renewable Integration
As renewable penetration rises, many grids approach saturation thresholds, where variable generation exceeds the hosting capacity of existing transmission and distribution networks. This challenge is driven by limited transfer capability, insufficient reactive power support, and structural bottlenecks in legacy infrastructure not built to accommodate high levels of bidirectional energy flow. Without intervention, operators must resort to curtailment—a costly measure that redu
Brian Harbin
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Sustainable Sunshine: How We Can Recycle Damaged Solar Panels Responsibly
As solar power becomes one of the world’s fastest-growing energy sources, the number of aging or damaged panels is also increasing. While many assume that broken solar panels become e-waste, the truth is that most components can be safely recovered and reused . Solar panels are primarily made of glass, aluminum, silicon, and small amounts of metals like silver and copper—all of which are recyclable. Specialized facilities use mechanical and thermal processes to separate these
Brian Harbin
Nov 2, 20251 min read
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