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UK: CCC's "blinkered" PV view criticized
The UK Committee on Climate Change's (CCC's) new renewable energy report has met with dissatisfaction by photovoltaic industry stakeholders. A key criticism is related to pricing discrepancies. However, there is big potential in...
Solar Trust of America and SolarHybrid form PV JV
The Solar Trust of America has entered the photovoltaics market, having formed a joint venture (JV) with SolarHybrid AG. The new company, SolarHybrid of America, LLC, will develop utility-scale solar projects in North America.
1.56 MW PV system completed at Cincinnati Zoo
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is enjoying a newly installed 1.56 megawatt photovoltaics system. It is said to be the largest publicly accessible solar array in an urban setting.
Applied Materials secures wire saw order from GCL-Poly
GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Ltd. has ordered wire saws representing over 2.5 gigawatts of wafering capacity from Applied Materials. The order value was not disclosed.
Meyer Burger not looking to completely takeover Roth & Rau
According to news sources, Meyer Burger is not looking to completely take over Roth & Rau. CEO, Peter Pauli states that just 50 percent of its shares would be satisfactory.
Germany: Röttgen aims to reform EEG
The German Federal Minister for the Environment aims to introduce an optional market bonus for renewable energies. Now he has submitted a corresponding benchmark paper that also contains sweeping changes for solar energy...
Italy’s fourth Conto Energia signed; strong growth predicted
Italy’s fourth Conto Energia has finally been signed into law. While this is good news, analysts believe the delay has been "extremely disruptive". The 200 kilowatt ground-mounted market has also taken a blow. Nevertheless, 3.5...