The latest report under Task 15 of the International Energy Agency’s Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA-PVPS) focuses on building-integrated PV (BIPV) as it demands unified regulatory frameworks and standardized testing protocols to accelerate its adoption. Titled Advancing BIPV Standardization: Addressing Regulatory Gaps and Performance Challenges 2024, the report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the challenges and advances in the standardization and testing procedures for BIPV. While the PV sector saw its costs fall down by around 80% between 2008 and 2012, BIPV growth or adoption has not grown, for which the report writers mainly blame integration challenges, lack of standardization, and cost-effectiveness. In 2017, BIPV made up only about 2% of the PV market in Europe despite its potential for energy-efficient buildings. At the end of 2022, the global PV market exceeded the 1 TW milestone with 1.183 TW installed, but BIPV made up ‘only a small fraction.’ Only the IEC standards for the electrical part and ISO standards for the building part address its regulation. This means the need for double certification, which adds to costs. Some of the challenges that hinder its growth emanate from a lack of education or awareness among construction professionals, a shortage of skilled individuals, and competition from traditional solutions, according to the report, something it highlighted in its previous Task 15 report on BIPV (see IEA PVPS Report Investigates BIPV Digitalization). To address these challenges, the report writers recommend ‘harmonized’ BIPV testing and certification standards for both building-related and electrotechnical requirements on an urgent basis. These standards can lower costs while simplifying market entry and promoting international cooperation. Report writers also put forth proposals for new performance-based methodologies to assess the mechanical and electrical behavior of BIPV modules and systems. This will pave the way for more efficient and reliable products. Another recommendation is to achieve a balance between standardized protocols and local construction regulations. This, the writers stress, is key to ensuring consistent quality and adaptability across regions. The complete report is available on the IEA PVPS website for free download.