Tender Results of European Climate, Infrastructure And Environment Executive Agency Cinea , Cinea C C2 4 Renewables

This action aims at developing standardised (pre-normative) methods relevant to eco-design and energy labelling of photovoltaics. In particular, there would be two sets of methods developed: • standardised method for the calculation and testing of the yield of bifacial photovoltaic modules; and • standardised method for the measurement and testing of the long-term degradation of the photovoltaic modules performance (some activity started with the preparation of the IEC 63209 standard). The main aspects of interest (e.g. thermal fatigue, damp heat, etc.) should be identified. The research should cover at least: • characterisation (e.g. insulation test, wet leakage current test) and stabilisation techniques to be applied; • procedure for the collection of testing samples; • definition of the testing protocols, testing sequence and, when applicable, pass criteria, related to the various aspects of interest (e.g. thermal fatigue, damp heat, etc.).

This action aims at developing a recyclability index for photovoltaic modules, to be built up starting from the general methods laid down in the horizontal standards developed under M/543 and under eco-design and energy labelling regulatory framework.

The study will investigate the potential candidates for prizes to be launched WP 2023-2024 with the objectives to stimulate and accelerate the development and the market introduction of renewable energy systems. The scope of the work will cover the analysis of past prizes launched under Horizon 2020 and draw lessons to be learned, will establish criteria for prize selection in the field of renewable energy for both types, recognition and inducement prizes, and will draft aims and rules of contest for five prizes with the relevant stakeholders.