First Solar offloads 250 MW Nevada PV project to NextEra Energy
The U.S. solar company has sold its Silver State South solar plant to NextEra as planned, and will remain as EPC service provider.
Solar power primed to meet US energy needs, says SEIA
New report from the Solar Energy Industries Association argues solar power is already in a position to be a real game changer in the U.S. energy mix.
Hanwha SolarOne completes 60 MW module delivery to UK
The solar module company has supplied its HSL 60 PV modules to vogt solar ltd. for installation on four solar farms with a total combined capacity of 60 MW.
SMA and Danfoss finalize converter alliance
The two solar technology specialists have completed the signing of a strategic partnership designed to further boost their competitiveness.
LDK Solar receives $321 million state-backed loan
Financial support for the Chinese solar manufacturer has been led by the China Development Bank Corp. in a move that highlights the government’s intention to support the solar sector.
Shunfeng to raise $774 million through share offering
The Chinese solar cell manufacturer hopes to raise funds in order to construct more solar power stations.
New solar-powered drone launched by Sunlight Photonics
The SUNLINK-5 is a small UAV (unmanned airborne vehicle) that has been designed for low to medium altitudes and day-long missions thanks to its solar-powered capability.
IBC Solar breaks Japanese ground with 2.3 MW solar project
The German PV system specialist is working with local partners to fully develop the plant, scheduled for completion in mid-July.
Canadian Solar and GCL-Poly announce joint venture in China
The two solar companies are to jointly build a manufacturing facility for the production of crystalline solar cells in Jiangsu Province.
Californian solar storage exemption offers PV push
Solar energy storage systems of less than 10 kW are now exempt from interconnection fees in a new ruling that will offer a boost for PV in the state.
