SolarCity to make BIPV modules at Buffalo factory, will consider cell partnership
Industry analysts note that the market for residential BIPV in the United States is “non-existent” at present, and SolarCity’s plans to use crystalline silicon are a new direction.
First Solar adds another 130MW of solar PV to India's grid
With the connection of two more utility-scale solar power plants to the grid in India, First Solar’s subsidiary in India now has a project portfolio in the country of 260 MW, further establishing itself in what is fast becoming one of the most exciting solar markets.
Silicor recruits AM Technical Solutions to sure up deadlines for new facility
The U.S. solar silicon producer has signed an USD8.9 million project management contract with AM Technical Solutions for its first commercial-scale production facility in Iceland, which it hopes will enable it to strict to the strict deadlines that it has set itself.
Net income back in positive figures for Etrion during Q2
Swiss solar power producer Etrion recorded a quarterly net profit during the second quarter of 2016 for the first time since 2014, which it attributes to its solar activities in Japan; where it plans to continue to focus its resources.
First Solar increases presence in Turkey with 160 MW of orders this year
The U.S. company has won two large contracts to supply 160 MW of its high performance solar modules to PV projects in Turkey, which places it in a strong position to take advantage of a market that is expected to grow dramatically over the coming years.
SunPower to shed 1,200 jobs as it cuts revenue forecast and expects 2016 loss
Extension of the ITC has stripped urgency from U.S. market, company CEO says, prompting a rethink on solar power plant timeline. SunPower will close Philippines fab as part of re-positioning of supply.
Yingli's preliminary Q2 results showing positive signs
China’s Yingli Green Energy likely surpassed its guidance for PV module shipments in the second quarter, but expects to post a slightly lower gross margin than in the preceding three-month period.
Antigua and Barbuda turn to British PV company to supply solar solutions
The twin-island state has employed UK-based PV project developer PV Energy Ltd to build both large-scale and rooftop solar arrays across the country, and has now enlisted its help to equip the systems with energy storage units.
DP Energy secures approval to develop 375MW of solar, wind in Australia
The state authorities in South Australia have given the Irish developer the green light to move forward with the A$680M ($517.7m) project, which will be built in Port Augusta.
Russia's Solar Energy given the all clear to develop 90 MW of solar plants
The Russian solar group has been granted to right to build six solar power plants, each with a 15 MW capacity, in Russia’s southern Astrakhan Region, according to a statement from the regional government.
