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Clean Power Research launches tool for analyzing solar irradiation
An accurate and cost-effective technology for analyzing solar irradiance could help utilities increase photovoltaic generation into the grid. A new technology launched by Clean Power Research aims to address this issue.
PV equipment suppliers emphasise cost reductions through new tools
Speakers at the International Photovoltaic Equipment Association’s (IPVEA) organised press conference, which took place during the first day of SNEC 2012, used the opportunity to pitch various approaches aimed at reducing...
Shinsung achieves 20.03 percent solar cell efficiency
Korea-based Shinsung Solar Energy has achieved a new crystalline solar cell efficiency of 20.03 percent. The results have been confirmed by Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems.
Polysilicon prices drop 11 percent
According to IHS iSuppli, average selling prices (ASPs) for polysilicon dropped by 11 percent in April, to a new 2012 low of US$27.20. This follows a new purchasing trend, from contract deals to "bargain-basement" spot market...
Bifacial cell manufacturer targeting production capacity ramp ups
Israel-based BSolar has told pv magazine it is planning to ramp up production of its recently launched bifacial photovoltaic crystalline silicon cells to between 200 and 300 megawatts (MW).
ASP increases module production capacity on back of utility-scale demand
U.S.-based Advanced Solar Photonics, LLC (ASP) has announced it is increasing production of its 400 Watt monocrystalline photovoltaic panels on the back of growing demand.
Masdar receives €12.9 million for new PV module line
The European Commission has approved €12.9 million worth of state aid for Masdar PV GmbH to install a second photovoltaic module production line in Germany.
Ontario: Canadian Solar obtains Bank of China loan facility; Sanmina-SCI to manufacture Satcon’s inverters
Canadian Solar Inc. and the Bank of China, New York Branch have signed a construction financing agreement worth CAD$120 million for the establishment of solar power plants in Ontario, Canada. In related news, Sanmina-SCI will...
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