https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-solar-panel-makers-try-to-catch-china-with-a-big-leap-in-technologyContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-solar-panel-makers-try-to-catch-china-with-a-big-leap-in-technologyhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-solar-panel-makers-try-to-catch-china-with-a-big-leap-in-technology#u114963Sun, 11 Oct 2026 01:04:33 +0000US solar panel makers are racing to develop tandem solar panels that can generate 25% more energy than current panels, aiming to challenge China's dominance in the industry. The new technology involves adding layers of material to convert more sunlight into electricity. This breakthrough could allow the world to meet rising electricity demand with less land and roof area. Tandem panels are more expensive, with costs up to 3.5 times that of regular panels.Why it mattersThe global solar industry is on the cusp of a technological shift, with the US trying to catch up with China's lead.