Renewables, Solar

LONGi hits record-breaking solar efficiency

LONGi Green Energy Technology has achieved a world record 25.4 per cent efficiency for a crystalline silicon solar module, becoming the first company to claim this prestigious benchmark in nearly four decades.

The groundbreaking achievement, certified by Germany’s renowned Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, surpasses the previous record of 24.9 per cent set by Maxeon earlier this year and marks a significant leap in solar technology advancement.

The new record will be recognised by both the Martin Green Module Efficiency World Historical Record List and the U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).

The significance of this achievement extends beyond mere numbers. Since 2007, when Sunpower first reached 20.3 per cent efficiency with IBC technology, improvements in module efficiency have been gradual.

According to LONGi, its HPBC 2.0 module technology represents a quantum leap forward, breaking the crucial 25 per cent barrier that has long been considered a significant milestone in the industry.

Higher module efficiency translates to real-world benefits: more power generation from smaller spaces, reduced installation costs, and improved system economics. For utility-scale solar projects, this could mean substantial savings in land use and balance-of-system costs.

Founded in 2000, LONGi has emerged as a leading force in solar innovation, with this achievement cementing its position at the forefront of photovoltaic technology development.

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