Trinasolar, a leading solar energy company, has announced a significant step forward in its commitment to research and innovation by signing a long-term collaboration agreement with the Institute of Solar Energy at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (IES-UPM). The agreement, signed on [Date], marks a milestone in Trinasolar’s ongoing partnerships with leading universities around the globe.
This collaboration will see Trinasolar and IES-UPM pool their expertise to advance research in photovoltaic sciences and technologies. The focus of the partnership will be on driving innovation in areas such as solar panel efficiency, enhancing the resilience and robustness of solar trackers, and improving the overall management of solar energy.
Trinasolar, with its 27 years of experience in the solar industry, recognizes the critical importance of research and development in driving progress. The company dedicated 19.7% more to R&D in 2023 compared to 2022, demonstrating its commitment to innovation. Trinasolar’s R&D teams actively collaborate with research institutes and universities worldwide.
IES-UPM, founded in 1979, is the world’s oldest active institution dedicated to PV research. The institution is a pioneer in solar energy research, dedicated to investigating the fundamental principles and practical applications of photovoltaics. Their focus is on exploring new strategies to optimize the efficiency and performance of photovoltaic plants, drawing upon both scientific data and real-world experience.
“Signing this agreement with IES-UPM is a major step forward for Trinasolar’s work with universities in [Country], and it plays a crucial role in Trina’s global collaboration with innovative partners,” [Name], Executive President of Trinasolar, stated. “This partnership will enable our R&D team to work closely with European academic talent, maintain our core competence, and provide more localized energy solutions to the European market.”
Beyond the joint research project, Trinasolar will establish a state-of-the-art training center at IES-UPM, equipped with the latest solar products and systems. The center will feature advanced solar technologies, including solar modules, trackers, and potentially storage systems in the future. This initiative marks Trina’s first collaboration of this kind with a university in [Country], demonstrating their commitment to supporting solar energy development in the region.
“We greatly appreciate this collaboration with Trinasolar for the long-term joint research program,” said [Name], Director of IES-UPM. “Trinasolar is a world-renowned solar company whose achievements in technology R&D and project experience can provide us with strong research backing. This agreement will not only benefit our students by providing access to the latest technologies but will also contribute to the advance of sustainable energy solutions.”
