DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions and JinkoSolar Collaborates to 'Swan' Bifacial Module

DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions, along with JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (JinkoSolar) has announced that it has revealed the new Jinko high-efficiency bifacial module “Swan” protected by clear DuPont™ Tedlar® PVF film-based backsheet.

The bifacial panel named Swan will be the latest addition to JinkoSolar’s Cheetah premium range. With a combination of high-efficiency Cheetah bifacial cells and clear DuPont™ Tedlar® PVF film, Swan can achieve a high-power output of up to 400W in the front side and up to 20 percent energy gain from the rear side. Leveraging clear DuPont backsheet materials, Swan can produce the same power output level as dual-glass bifacial module with lighter weight, easier installation and 30 years’ power warranty.

In addition, bifacial panels with transparent backsheet can efficiently reduce the overall system installation cost, as lower weight reduces cost related to mounting and module installation, compared with dual-glass bifacial module with frame, bringing higher IRR and lower LCOE for bifacial module photovoltaic (PV) projects.

For more than 40 years, DuPont has focused on R&D innovation and is committed to advancing PV materials science to meet the world's growing energy needs. The vision of JinkoSolar is to change the way we generate and use electricity, optimize the energy portfolio, take responsibility of enabling a sustainable future by delivering the cleanest, most efficient and economic solar energy solutions.

“The two companies adhere to a common philosophy of excellence, quality and innovation, and strive to promote the continuous improvement of solar panel power output and durability," said Eric Wang, PV Global Business Director of DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions. “We are honored to work with JinkoSolar to launch the high-efficiency bifacial module protected by clear Tedlar® PVF film-based backsheet. We look forward to supporting JinkoSolar in leading the competitive and technology advantages with DuPont’s backsheet materials with long-term field-proven performance, research and innovation capabilities, and jointly promote the sustainable development in the solar industry.”