Sharp to begin mass production of new crystalline cells
Sharp Corporation has announced it will begin mass production of its new single crystalline solar cell.
OPV cell achieves record 8.3 percent efficiency
An organic-based photovoltaic (OPV) cell has been verified by the National Energy Renewable Laboratory (NREL) as having demonstrated a record-breaking 8.3 percent efficiency.
centrotherm acquires 14.4 percent of Sunshine PV Corp.
Germany-based centrotherm photovoltaics AG has purchased14.4 percent of the share capital of Taiwanese CIGS thin film module manufacturer Sunshine PV Corp.
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.
