Flexible perovskite photovoltaics make new progress toward mass production: Professor Li Yaowen’s team at Soochow University has addressed the decline in photoelectric conversion efficiency and stability that occurs when scaling up films, using a new decoupled co-deposition strategy. In collaboration with Suzhou Shangrou New Energy, the team has achieved mass production of large-area flexible photovoltaic devices in commercial specifications. How can this technological breakthrough be applied in practice? Learn about the key developments and points to consider when evaluating purchases, including performance validation, certification applicability, and supply conditions, to inform technology selection and project deployment.

Policies for the photovoltaic manufacturing industry are tightening, with further increases to entry barriers being proposed. What signals are being sent by restrictions on technology exports, manufacturing industry standards, and photovoltaic plant construction requirements? This article reviews proposed changes to requirements for technology, funding, and energy consumption, and analyzes their potential impact on investment planning, technology exports, and procurement and delivery. It helps businesses clarify the scope of applicable policies and prepare assessment materials in advance. Click to learn about key points to verify and find guidance for project decisions and compliance preparation.

With the new national standard for energy storage taking effect, how can existing energy storage projects identify hidden risks in safety, operations and maintenance, and retrofits? This article addresses the practical needs of project owners, O&M service providers, and equipment integrators. It outlines key steps for verifying the standard’s scope of applicability, reviewing operating records, assessing equipment compatibility, and preparing for retrofit acceptance, helping avoid indiscriminate rectification and procurement decisions. Click to learn how to compile verifiable project documentation to inform safety management and retrofit investment.

The candidates for award have been announced for the Shanxi Lucheng 200 MW/400 MWh energy storage EPC project, with the lowest bid at approximately RMB 408 million. This provides a reference for cost estimates and equipment procurement for large-scale energy storage projects. What responsibilities are included in the bid price? How should contractors, equipment integrators, and purchasers assess comparability? Click to learn about the announcement, bid price analysis, and key points for subsequent verification. Make an informed assessment of bid costs, technical specifications, and contract performance requirements, and identify procurement opportunities for the project.