1. The solar industry is transforming with advancements in 210mm n-type TOPCon PV technology and low-voltage, high-string-power system design.
2. Trina Solar’s Vertex N modules offer the lowest LCOE, significant CAPEX and BOS savings, and unmatched power production compared to other modules.
3. Vertex N’s superior attributes and system design optimize performance, reduce costs, and maximize energy output, revolutionizing utility-scale solar project economics.
The solar industry is experiencing a revolution with advancements in 210mm n-type TOPCon PV technology and low-voltage, high-string-power system design, reducing the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) in utility-scale solar projects. Black & Veatch’s assessment of Trina Solar’s Vertex N modules demonstrated significant advantages in a low-voltage, high-string-power design, changing the landscape of utility solar economics.
The competition for the lowest LCOE in utility-scale solar projects has led to the adoption of larger, more efficient solar cells, but concerns about increased costs due to heavier loads and structural demand have emerged. Trina Solar’s Vertex N addresses these concerns by offering cost benefits and high performance over the project’s lifetime.
By comparing Vertex N to other modules, Black & Veatch’s assessment showed that Vertex N delivered the lowest LCOE, maximized CAPEX and BOS savings, and outperformed both higher and lower wattage modules. The innovative design of Vertex N allows for more modules per string, reducing costs and optimizing land usage.
While there are trade-offs with N-type modules, such as limitations in the number of strings that can be integrated into the inverter, the benefits of higher power density in reducing LCOE are evident. Vertex N’s compatibility with existing and future technologies ensures its relevance and functionality in the evolving solar industry landscape.