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Module talks start between EU and China
EU team meets Chinese specialists to try and find an amicable solution to the solar stand-off. But EU confirms the imposition of anti-dumping duties on Chinese modules will not be on the annual trade meeting agenda on Friday.
South Africa: 96 MW Jasper project financing successfully closed
A consortium consisting of SolarReserve, the Kensani Group, and Intikon Energy has successfully closed project financing for the Jasper Solar Energy Project, a 96MW solar photovoltaic project. The project is located in the...
TOP NEWS: EC imposes 11.8% anti-dumping duties on Chinese PV imports
The European Commission imposed punitive anti-dumping duties on Chinese PV imports to Europe on Tuesday despite broad industry-wide opposition. The industry expresses its views to pv magazine.
Conergy reaches 1 MW mark in Spain with competitive grid parity projects
German PV group Conergy has reached the 1 MW mark in Spain with competitive grid parity projects. The company is rolling out similar projects around the globe as competitive systems make PV increasingly attractive.
Canadian Solar branches into South America
Module manufacturer Canadian Solar has opened a new sales and business development office in Sao Paulo, Brazil. With this step the company aims to expand its sales network and regional customer service in South America.
US: Three renewable energy projects approved in Arizona and Nevada
U.S. Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell has announced the approval of three major renewable energy projects that are expected to deliver up to 520MW to the electricity grid. The projects are also expected to generate more than...
Centrotherm out of insolvency
Centrotherm Photovoltaics AG has received a new lease on life after a German court approved the company’s debt-for-equity plan, which will save some 900 jobs.
Proposals totaling 166 MW submitted to Uruguay’s PV call for tender
Projects totaling 166 MW have been submitted just a few days after the opening of Uruguay’s photovoltaic call for tender. The program for large-scale projects has a cap of 200 MW of photovoltaic at a maximal price of US$91.50...
Trina Solar equips Prosolia’s 10.5 MW UK projects [updated]
Trina Solar Limited has provided Spanish PV group Prosolia Energía with 10.5 MW of PV modules for two projects in the U.K. as the two companies look to continue their collaboration.
First class solar plan for Japanese postal service
The Japanese postal service has announced it will join the 'Abenomic' revolution by installing solar PV on the rooftops of 286 post offices across the nation.
Smart grid demo is a Salem trial to be happy about
5 MW Salem smart grid is part of U.S. Energy Department's Pacific Northwest project and will test renewables integration, energy storage and demand-response technology.
AFASE starts petition against import duties; EU ProSun responds [updated]
The Alliance for Affordable Solar Energy (AFASE) is now gathering signatures against the impending EU anti-dumping duties on Chinese solar modules. This petition is a last minute attempt to stop the penalties. EU ProSun has now...
Canadian Solar to build 30 MW plant in China
Chinese solar manufacturer Canadian Solar has announced the signing of an RMB270 million (US$40 million) loan facility to build a 30 MW solar project in western China as it continues its downstream focus.
Taipei benefits from China-EU standoff
Tie up between Neo Solar and DelSolar makes new company the second largest cell and module manufacturer in the world as prices and shipment levels rise thanks to the EU-China trade wrangle.
Despite falling FITs: GP Joule focuses on France
German renewables company GP Joule announces intent to build more than 100 MW of new solar capacity in southern France.
US PV demand to grow 20% to 4.3 GW in 2013
PV demand in the U.S. is expected to grow significantly this year, reaching a record high of 4.3 GW. Strong contributions from utility-based projects and renewable portfolio standards are expected to drive U.S. PV demand to more...
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