Featured in The turning point – 05-2011

Shining potential

Israel: With high irradiation and impressive technical prowess, PV in Israel is ripe for development. But despite its attractive feed-in tariffs (FITs) and prosperous solar thermal market, the industry has historically taken a back seat. The Negev desert is currently helping its talents to shine through, but there are still a number of administrative barriers in the way.

By

Becky Beetz

21 Apr 2011

Israel is renowned for its strong economy, and advances in the areas of technology and research and development. aleo solar believes the country is specifically suitable for PV technology, stating that each nominal output kilowatt (kW) generates 1,600 kilowatt-hours (kWh) in a year. Nevertheless, for a location with above average irradiation and technical competence, it …

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