Module test failures continue to increase in Kiwa PVEL’s 2026 Module Reliability Scorecard

AI justification

Rising module failures undermine solar reliability and climate goals, outweighing transparency benefits. | The scorecard's publication is a positive transparency mechanism that supports SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by exposing reliability gaps. However, the rising failure rates represent a significant negative impact on climate action (SDG 13) and economic viability, as defective modules reduce solar energy efficiency and increase waste