Featured in A look beneath the surface – 02-2011

Still on top

Japan: Despite its failed foray into world of PV without subsidies, Japan still managed to be the third biggest PV market in 2010. With a clear focus on clean energy, combined with a strategic incentive outlook, it doesnt look like the country is ready to give up its leading position just yet.

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Becky Beetz

10 Feb 2011

Riding high on the strength of its research and development programs, and market implementation measures – introduced in 2004 – the Japanese photovoltaics (PV) market has often served as a benchmark for others. A top three player when it comes to installed capacity and solar cell production, the Japanese Photovoltaic Energy Association tells pv magazine …

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