REFA 2026

JinkoSolar is a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) modules and energy storage solutions, committed to optimizing the global energy portfolio and enabling a sustainable future. With a strong presence across the PV value chain, JinkoSolar integrates R&D, manufacturing, and clean energy solutions to serve customers worldwide.

As of Q1 2026, JinkoSolar’s cumulative module shipments reached approximately 400 GW, ranking No. 1 globally in module shipments seven times. Its flagship N-type Tiger Neo series has achieved approximately 220 GW in cumulative shipments by the end of 2025, making it the world’s best-selling PV module series in history.

JinkoSolar’s products have been delivered to nearly 200 countries and regions, serving around 4,000 customers.

JinkoSolar operates more than 10 manufacturing bases across China, the United States, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, with vertically integrated capabilities spanning wafers, cells, and modules. Backed by more than 2,000 R&D professionals and over 5,700 patents worldwide, including 731 N-type TOPCon-related patents, JinkoSolar continues to drive technological innovation and accelerate the global transition to clean energy.

Learn more at https://www.jinkosolar.com/en/

JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2005, is a global green energy leader headquartered in Beijing, China. Beginning with solar cell manufacturing, the company expanded into a vertically integrated producer of silicon wafers, modules, and energy storage systems. Listed on NASDAQ in 2007 and later on China's Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2019, JA operates multiple production bases worldwide with 16 overseas sales companies. Its products serve over 180 countries.

Learn more at https://www.jasolar.africa/

The ZIMMERMANN PV-Steel Group is a leading provider of utility-scale photovoltaic mounting systems, delivering engineered solar substructures for projects worldwide since 2009. Headquartered in Germany and backed by more than 75 years of steel construction expertise, ZIMMERMANN combines engineering excellence, manufacturing know-how, and practical project experience to support the global energy transition. Since 2026, ZIMMERMANN has become part of the Nextpower Group, further strengthening its position within the global solar industry.

The company’s portfolio includes PV-Fixed Tilt, PV-Tracker, PV-Floating, and Agri-PV solutions, enabling customers to address diverse project requirements, environmental conditions, and site challenges. From complex soil conditions and corrosive environments to large-scale solar developments, ZIMMERMANN delivers project-specific solutions designed for long-term performance and reliability.

With 23 GWp of installed mounting structures across more than 2,500 solar power plants in 60 countries, ZIMMERMANN has become a trusted partner for developers, EPCs, and investors worldwide. More than 120 employees contribute engineering expertise and extensive project experience to deliver reliable solar infrastructure at scale.

Africa has become an increasingly important part of the company’s international growth strategy. Between 2017 and 2026, ZIMMERMANN contributed to solar projects across the continent representing more than 650 MWp of installed capacity. Through long-term partnerships and active engagement in key industry events, the company continues to strengthen its presence and support the expansion of utility-scale solar energy across African markets.

Learn more at https://www.pv-steel-group.com/

AIKO is a global leader in new energy technology and has been at the forefront of the photovoltaic industry for 16 years. Through continuous disruptive innovation, we have consistently set new benchmarks for the industry.

AIKO focuses on the R&D and manufacturing of core photovoltaic products and provides integrated "solar-storage-application" solutions. Its main offerings include high-efficiency solar cells, ABC (All Back Contact) modules, and diversified application scenarios tailored to customer needs.

With advantages of high efficiency, high reliability, and superior aesthetics, AIKO's ABC modules have gained wide recognition in global markets, and are exported to Europe, Asia-Pacific, Japan, Korea, the Middle East, and Africa, becoming the preferred choice of high-end customers across multiple application scenarios.

Looking ahead, AIKO remains true to its mission of "Leading Humanity into the Net-Zero Era", continuously promoting the widespread adoption of green energy and contributing to sustainable global development.

Learn more at https://aikosolar.com/en/

Since its initial publication in 2008, the pv magazine group has evolved into the leading global solar and storage media platform with regional insights.  

pv magazine publishes monthly and quarterly magazines in English and German and operates daily industry news channels covering specific markets (Global, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, USA, Mexico, Brazil, Latin America, Australia, China, and India). With its independent, technology-focused reporting, pv magazine concentrates on the latest developments in the solar PV and energy storage markets and local industries. Articles cover new products and technologies, policy and market developments, and other topics related to solar PV and the energy transition. pv magazine also has an established and successful international hybrid and virtual events portfolio to deep-dive into these industry matters.

Learn more at pv-magazine.com

Renewables Now is a real-time newswire dedicated to providing comprehensive coverage of the global renewable energy industry. The journey began in 2009 as a small project and quickly evolved into one of the premier business information providers for sector professionals worldwide.

The platform stands out with an impressive volume of more than 500 stories published each month, ensuring that readers, whether they are industry experts, investors, or enthusiasts, stay well-informed about the latest trends, significant projects, big deals, and key market shifts in renewable energy. There is no other single source that can match the news volume and wide coverage provided by RenewablesNow.com.

In recent years, the focus has been on the renewable energy technologies driving the energy transition, with green hydrogen being a prominent addition to extensive coverage of solar photovoltaics, onshore and offshore wind, and energy storage. Significant developments in geothermal, bioenergy, and marine energy are also closely monitored, as these remain crucial in resource-rich geographic locations and hold significant potential to contribute to decarbonisation efforts globally.

The team of journalists has over 17 years of experience in tracking renewable energy news worldwide. Additionally, Renewables Now offers features such as in-depth analyses, data-driven reports, and on-demand research to provide a comprehensive understanding of the renewable energy landscape in specific markets and segments.

Learn more at https://renewablesnow.com/

Green Building Africa (GBA) is the leading B2B digital news platform serving the energy and related infrastructure sectors across the African continent. We have a strong and growing audience that includes more than 150,000 social media followers, over 300,000 regular visitors, and more than 1.5 million monthly page views. Our readership is made up primarily of industry professionals and key decision-makers, including solar PV energy traders and aggregators, BESS specialists, green hydrogen developers, solar IPPs, EPCs and installers plus power transmission and distribution stakeholders.

Learn more at https://www.greenbuildingafrica.co.za

SolarBrief.Africa is the reference B2B media for solar energy in Africa. It publishes news, market data and analysis in French and English, covering utility-scale, commercial and industrial, off-grid and storage across the continent. Alongside its daily coverage it runs a weekly newsletter, a Deal Tracker of announced and closed solar deals, and the Project Builder, a free tool that sizes a solar project from satellite irradiance data. It was founded by Anaïs Girod and Baptiste Cotte.

Learn more at https://www.solarbrief.africa

The Congolese Association for Renewable and Decentralized Energies - ACERD is an independent non-profit organization working in the renewable energy industry in the DRC. Founded in July 2018, at its first General Assembly, ACERD is made up of various local, regional and international companies, the majority of which are major development players thanks to their contributions to the development of renewable and decentralized energies in the DRC. ACERD's major role is to promote sustainable development solutions and techniques through the products and services that make up the activities of Association members; but also to become a leading association in the renewable and decentralized energy industry in order to create viable and sustainable markets, by promoting respect for norms and standards in order to provide: Consumer products appropriate to the needs of the populations; Products and services of impeccable quality; Greater access of households, businesses and Congolese communities to renewable and decentralized energies in order to help accelerate their development.

Learn more at http://acerd.org/

The Association of Off-Grid Electrification Professionals of Cameroon (APELCA) is a non-profit organization, established in August 2021 during the constitutive general assembly. APELCA is composed of local and international companies operating in the field of renewable energy, primarily solar. Its objective is to support and accelerate the sustainable development of the off-grid electrification equipment and services market, as well as the integration of productive energy uses.

Learn more at https://www.apelca.org/

GOGLA is the global off-grid solar association. We represent the leading organisations delivering clean, affordable energy to underserved communities worldwide. We unite companies, investors and governments to grow the sector, using data to inform policy, unlock investment and scale impact.

Off-grid solar already improves life for over 560 million people, powering homes, businesses and essential services while driving jobs and growth. Together, we aim to Power 1 Billion Lives Now.

Learn more at gogla.org.

SAPVIA (South African Photovoltaic Industry Association) is a nonprofit organization that champions the growth and development of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy in South Africa. SAPVIA represents a broad spectrum of industry stakeholders from manufacturers and installers to financiers and consultants and works to shape policy, promote best practices, and ensure quality standards across the solar sector. Through initiatives like the PV GreenCard and advocacy for small-scale embedded generation, SAPVIA plays a key role in driving sustainable energy adoption and building a resilient solar ecosystem nationwide.

Learn more at https://sapvia.co.za/

_SolarPower Europe, the premier association for the European solar PV sector, unites 300+ organisations. Collaborating with members, we shape regulations and business landscapes for solar’s growth.

Our dedicated policy experts lead focused workstreams, addressing key issues and influencing legislation. Based in Brussels, we build strong relationships, ensuring solar’s pivotal role in the European energy transition.

As co-founders of the RE-Source Platform, Renewable Hydrogen Coalition, and the Energy Storage Coalition, we actively engage in EU and international projects, fostering partnerships with 40+ organisations globally._

Learn more at https://www.solarpowereurope.org/

The Zambia Renewable Energy Association (ZARENA) is an interest group for renewable energy stakeholders in Zambia. ZARENA’s main objective is to foster and promote the large-scale adoption of renewable energy in Zambia. This overall objective can be broken down into a number of concrete targets:

• Improved regulatory frameworks for renewable energy through enhanced policy advice.

• Improvements in the transfer of renewable energy technology.

• Progress on skills and know-how for renewable energy.

• scientifically sound information basis through applied research.

• Financing of renewable energy. By pursuing this objective, ZARENA will help to reduce the pressure on finite energy sources, provide a sound basis for meeting future energy demand, stabilize energy prices, improve access to energy particularly for the poorest, combat climate change and increase energy security. At the same time, it will contribute to economic growth and job creation.

Learn more at https://zarenayp.org/