Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on JA Solar, Masdar, Huawei, LONGi, among others.
JA Solar Starts Module Deliveries for Masdar’s 24.7 GW Round-the-Clock Clean Energy Project
JA Solar has begun delivering photovoltaic modules for Masdar’s world-first 24.7 GW round-the-clock clean energy project, marking a major milestone in one of the world’s largest renewable energy developments. The integrated project combines 24.7 GW of solar photovoltaic capacity with large-scale battery energy storage to provide continuous clean electricity. JA Solar said its high-efficiency modules will support reliable power generation while helping maximize energy output and system performance. The deliveries reinforce JA Solar’s position in utility-scale solar projects and support Masdar’s ambition to accelerate the global energy transition through gigawatt-scale renewable infrastructure.
Huawei Unveils Grid-Forming Strategy to Strengthen Future Renewable Power Systems
Huawei introduced its latest grid-forming strategy at The Smarter E Europe 2026, presenting technologies designed to improve the stability, resilience and reliability of future power systems with high renewable energy penetration. The company highlighted advances in grid-forming energy storage, intelligent power electronics and digital energy management that enable renewable energy plants to provide grid support traditionally delivered by conventional generators. Huawei said the strategy will help utilities integrate larger volumes of solar and energy storage while maintaining stable grid operations. The announcement strengthens Huawei’s focus on accelerating the transition toward intelligent, low-carbon and renewable-powered electricity networks.
LONGi Sets New World Record with 35.5 Percent Crystalline Silicon-Perovskite Tandem Solar Cell
LONGi has set a new world record for crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem solar cell efficiency, achieving 35.5 percent conversion efficiency certified by the European Solar Test Installation (ESTI). The announcement was made at the 2026 Solar and Energy Storage Innovation Conference, surpassing the company’s previous world record and reinforcing its leadership in next-generation photovoltaic technology. LONGi said the breakthrough advances commercialization of tandem solar cells by combining crystalline silicon with perovskite materials to deliver significantly higher efficiency than conventional silicon cells. The milestone is expected to accelerate high-performance solar deployments while reducing electricity generation costs.
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