Signet Solar stops operations
Signet Solar GmbH has announced that from next week it will no longer be manufacturing thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules. In another blow to the Saxony-based company, no new orders have been placed, and potential investors haven’t yet been able to produce the necessary proof of financing. As a result, employees have received notices to leave.
Schott Solar intensifies Greek activities
Schott Solar is strengthening its activities in Greece, after announcing the country is one of the most important European growth markets.
Solyndra signs sales agreement with Sika
Solyndra, Inc., has signed a multi-year sales agreement with roofing materials manufacturer Sika Services AG for an undisclosed sum.
Cadmium wont be banned under RoHS, as lobbyists battle it out
The EU Parliament has not banned cadmium use in photovoltaics (PV), after making revisions to its RoHS directive. Lobbycontrol has also shed light on the Non-Toxic Solar Alliance (NTSA).
Report finds strong reasons to support Ontario PV industry
Photovoltaics (PV) creates 12 times more jobs than nuclear and 15 times more jobs than natural gas or coal per unit of energy produced in Ontario, according to a new report.
Neo Solar Power signs supply agreements; looks to increase capacity
Taiwanese solar cell manufacturer, Neo Solar Power, has concluded agreements with Korean photovoltaics companies for the supply of silicon and wafers.
Italians positive about PV as new GIFI president is elected
The Italian photovoltaics association, ANIE/GIFI has elected a new president. The news comes as the industry announces it is optimistic about the coming year.
S.A.G. plans 2.13 MWp installation; to issue up to 200 million in debenture bonds
S.A.G Solarstrom is to build a 2.13 MWp photovoltaics installation on the site of a former excavated soil landfill in Spaichingen, Germany. The company also announced that, following approval, it is planning to issue debenture bonds.
Rumors fly as reports state First Solar is looking to take over SolarWorld
Rumors in the photovoltaics industry abound after Reuters reported that First Solar is looking to take over SolarWorld. While the German company strongly denies this, U.S.-based First Solar does not.
Spain announces new FITs
After months of discussion and negotiation with the industry, the Spanish government has finally approved the new photovoltaics feed-in tariffs (FITs).
