May 22, 2026

China invalidates First Solar TOPCon patent in major win for JinkoSolar

China invalidates First Solar TOPCon patent in major win for JinkoSolar

JinkoSolar has won a key patent invalidation in China against First Solar’s TOPCon-related patent, with the China National Intellectual Property Administration ruling it fully invalid. May 22, 2026 Vincent Shaw Chinese PV manufacturer JinkoSolar has secured a favorable patent invalidation ruling in China against a TOPCon solar cell technology patent held by US module maker

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Can Europe become the next major market for Indian solar manufacturers?

Can Europe become the next major market for Indian solar manufacturers?

For years, the US has been the dominant overseas market for Indian solar module suppliers, absorbing an estimated US$792–US$800 million, with India primarily functioning as a major exporter of solar components to the US.  However, as Washington tightens trade restrictions and accelerates domestic manufacturing under protectionist policies, Indian exporters are increasingly being pushed to diversify.  

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United Renewables Reaches 50,000 Panel Milestone at Alentejo Solar Park

United Renewables Reaches 50,000 Panel Milestone at Alentejo Solar Park

Lisbon, Portugal, 22nd May 2026, ZEX PR WIRE  — United Renewables is proud to announce a landmark achievement at its Alentejo Solar Park in São Domingos, Portugal, with the successful installation of its 50,000th solar panel. This milestone marks a defining moment in the company’s mission to accelerate the transition to renewable energy across the Iberian

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Polar Racking launches solar O&M services in North America and Caribbean

Polar Racking launches solar O&M services in North America and Caribbean

Latest Features , Interviews , Long Reads Features , Editors’ Blog , Long Reads The new division has been structured around five key service areas, including field inspections and mechanical assessments, remote monitoring and controls diagnostics, ongoing technical support, operator training programmes and monthly performance reporting. Image: Polar Racking. Canada-based solar mounting company Polar Racking

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One of Neptune’s 16 moons is not like the others, James Webb telescope finds — and it could be key to fully understanding the solar system

One of Neptune’s 16 moons is not like the others, James Webb telescope finds — and it could be key to fully understanding the solar system

Nereid (inset) may be the only moon of Neptune (background) that was around when the planet first formed, a new JWST study hints. (This composite image is not to scale). (Image credit: NASA/JPL) One of Neptune’s largest moons has stuck around the neighborhood much longer than scientists previously thought — in fact, it may be

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