13th Forum Solarpraxis ends on a positive note
The solar branch will have to tide through challenges, but it can also look forward to the light at the end of the tunnel.
Newest edition of India Solar Handbook launched
BRIDGE TO INDIA has launched the newest edition of its INDIA SOLAR HANDBOOK (November 2012). The INDIA SOLAR HANDBOOK November 2012 edition has been supported by GIZ, Enerparc, IBC Solar and SGS International.
Further UK PV FIT cuts unlikely amid weak capacity growth
Solar capacity growth for the August to October period appears to be below the level required to trigger further feed-in tariff (FIT) cuts in February, according to figures released today by the U.K.s Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC).
Part of Saudia Arabias 41 GW timeline emerges
Since May of this year Saudi Arabian plans to install 41 GW of solar capacity by 2032 have been known. Details are beginning to emerge as to how these plans will be built out.
Germany: RWE enter solar power storage market
German utility giant RWE enters the solar power storage market from early 2013 onwards. The company will cater to households with its new development.
Germanys Energy Minister opens 13 Forum Solarpraxis
Germanys federal Energy Minister, Peter Altmaier has opened the 13th Forum Solarpraxis. In his speech, he linked his political fate with the success of the energy transition. In the coming week, Germanys first EEG dialogue on photovoltaics is expected to take place.
Ukrainian PV market on the verge of expansion
The maturing photovoltaic markets in Germany, Spain, France and Italy, and recent feed-in tariff cuts in a number of key markets have prompted solar investors to look for new opportunities in south east European (SEE) nations and Commonwealth Independent States (CIS). Ukraine is presenting one logical and very interesting investment alternative.
Renewable energy VC funding to triple
A new report, released today by Frost & Sullivan, has predicted that venture capital (VC) funding to renewable energy technologies is set to triple by 2020. The analysts report that this is due to, “environmental support for lower carbon footprint, and innovation in renewable energy technologies.”
345 million investment secured for Moroccos Ouarzazate solar project
The first 125 to 160 MW phase of the 500 MW Ouarzazate solar project has secured 345 million in funding from Europe. It is expected to be operational by 2015. Meanwhile, sources report that a US$1 billion PPA has been secured for the project.
US: Georgia Powers solar initiative approved
The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved Georgia Powers Advanced Solar Initiative (GPASI). Overall, the utility aims to acquire 210 MW of solar power over the next two years.
