Latest PV market updates

Yingli revises module shipment outlook for Q1

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Chinese PV module manufacturer Yingli Green Energy is expecting PV module shipments in the first quarter to be better than earlier estimates.


SunPower plans to sell US$300 million of convertible debentures

The California photovoltaic manufacturer has plans to sell debenture bonds worth $300 million.


Minnesota bill aims for 450 MW of solar by 2020

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The U.S. state of Minnesota has passed a bill that could significantly expand the region's solar sector and lead to more than 450 MW of solar power by the end of the decade.


SolarWorld to hold extraordinary shareholders' meeting

Germany-based SolarWorld AG will hold an extraordinary shareholders' meeting on July 11. Losses totaling half of the capital stock have been incurred, according to a recent company statement.


Japan to offer loans for rooftop PV generation

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In its efforts to boost solar power in the country, the Japanese government is set to offer low-interest loans to companies that install rooftop solar power systems.


[UPDATE] SEIA calls for multilateral efforts to solve dispute with China

John Smirnow, SEIA VP

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is calling for multilateral trade negotiations between the U.S., the European Union and China in an effort to stave off an all-out trade war.


German industrial associations against AD duties on Chinese PV imports

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The Federation of German Industry (BDI) and the Federation of German Wholesale, Foreign Trade and Services (BGA) have warned of the loss of thousands of jobs in Germany if the EU Commission imposes anti-dumping duties on...


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