November 2023 batch of energy yield results from the pv magazine outdoor test field in Xi’an, China. The average bifacial boost is 4.69%. With more modules and a range of different dimensions and electrical specifications expected to join the program in 2024, pv magazine upgraded their test installation.
Read MoreThe semi-annual Green Hydrogen Supply, Technology & Policy Report (STP) provides an in-depth look at the green hydrogen sector. It offers a comprehensive evaluation of electrolyzer production capacity expansion, detailed analysis of industry technology roadmaps, and an extensive evaluation of policy impacts on supply and demand.
Read MoreFollowing extensive factory quality audits on over 30 GWh of energy storage projects over the past six years, CEA’s BESS Quality Risks Report highlights identified key defects and issues, including their causes and associated risks.
Read MoreIn this Energy-Storage.news webinar, CEA’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) experts will share essential lessons learned after performing factory quality audits on over 30GWh of BESS projects.
Read MoreThe PV SMIP provides a comprehensive and unbiased analysis of the top PV module manufacturers in the world. It offers detailed insights into capacities, technology, and efficiency roadmaps, along with Manufacturing, Capacity, and Technology (MCT) ratings for each supplier.
Read MoreAfter years of improving quality standards, solar cell cracking appears to be on the rise again, perhaps due to new manufacturers entering the sector. Clean Energy Associates’ (CEA) senior engineering manager Claire Kearns-McCoy considers ways to stop the rot.
Read MoreOctober 2023 batch of energy yield results from the pv magazine outdoor test field in Xi’an, China. The average bifacial boost is 10.20%. As the energy yield figures of several top-performing products are very close, CEA is working on a new ranking system that will be more representative of product performance.
Read MoreSuccessful solar project acquisition depends on evaluating the technology and engineering choices made—modules, inverters, racking systems, and production models. This post dives deep into how these decisions provide insights to corporate renewable energy buyers, ensuring the project's viability and performance.
Read MoreIn response to the high demand for infrastructure upgrades and anticipated government policy changes, a leading North American utility sought to stockpile 10,000 pad-mount transformers by June 2024 and turned to Clean Energy Associates (CEA) for a reliable solution.
Read MoreCEA's Director of Engineering Services, Jörg Althaus, joins pv magazine's Roundtables Europe 2023 to discuss how the industry is addressing the longevity, testing methods, and problem prevention of new solar panel technologies like TOPCon to safeguard investments.
Read MoreCEA's Senior Director of Technology and Quality, George Touloupas, joins pv magazine's Roundtables Europe 2023 to discuss where hydrogen production works and why, where it falters, and where it's commercially sound.
Read MoreCEA took on the task of monitoring the construction progress for Germany's largest solar carport (16.2 MW). Our mission? To ensure the client met lender requirements and documented code compliance.
Read MoreCEA’s senior policy analyst Christian Roselund joins pv magazine’s roundtables US’23 to discuss the incentives within the IRA designed to encourage domestic manufacturing and where and when the capacity is expected to come online.
Read MoreUS PV module procurement is increasingly complex due to the Uyghur Forced Labor Act and supply chain issues. The Inflation Reduction Act's impact on domestic manufacturing is significant, yet implementation remains challenging. Martin Meyers delves into these complexities, focusing on technological changes and market pricing.
Read MoreAndy Klump, CEO & Founder of Clean Energy Associates, joins the Renewable Rides podcast hosted by Gareth Evans and Dan Roberts. He shares the incredible journey of how he ventured into the clean energy space and propelled his business into a global force, serving clients in over 75 countries. Andy also shares the pivotal role of talent acquisition, understanding the importance of hiring the right people to drive innovation and success in the rapidly evolving clean energy industry.
Read MoreToday's global PV supply chains face heightened risk, making knowledge of raw material flow vital. A solar developer utilized CEA's Audit Services for a Virtual PV Supply Chain Mapping Study, revealing the path from polysilicon to solar modules and enhancing supplier transparency and risk management.
Read MoreDan Shreve of Clean Energy Associates joins Currents for a wide-ranging discussion about the current environment around existing and emerging technologies in the energy mix, challenges facing renewable energy, the regulatory climate in the US and Europe, and advice for individuals who are interested in entering the renewable energy industry.
Read MoreTaking a rigorous approach to inspection is crucial across the energy storage supply chain. Chi Zhang and George Touloupas of Clean Energy Associates (CEA) explore common manufacturing defects in battery energy storage systems (BESS) and how quality assurance regimes can detect them.
Read MoreIn this pv magazine webinar, CEA discuses battery energy storage system (BESS) pricing and the associated market drivers behind those price trends. A five-year outlook for DC container and battery cell pricing is presented and examined.
Read MoreClean Energy Associates conducted safety audits on over 600 commercial PV rooftops, revealing safety issues in a staggering 97% of them. Several crucial measures can ensure the safe operation of rooftop solar arrays and allay common safety concerns.
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