UK: Installation rush expected as subsidy cuts loom
Figures from Department of Energy and Climate Change reveal 59% increase in FIT-based installations from August to September, with trend expected to accelerate through to end of year.
Yingli unveils 20 MW Turkish PV pipeline
Yingli Green Energy Europe GmbH and Motif Proje ve Insaat Ltd. Sti have joined forces to develop 20 MW worth of solar PV projects in Turkey. Half is expected to come online by the end of 2016.
REC puts online Hawaii's largest solar plant
The 12 MW-AC solar project will meet 20% of the island’s demand during daytime hours, and incorporates a 6 MW battery storage system.
India to push for solar-rich country alliance at Paris climate talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s attendance at the UN climate talks timed to coincide with proposal by the PM of an alliance between India and hundreds of other sun-rich nations around the globe.
Kyocera aiming to double US solar footprint
The Japanese electrical firm eyes expansion outside of its domestic market, and sees solar+storage as a strong avenue into the growing U.S. residential solar market.
Jordan to upgrade its network; accommodate more renewables
The European Investment Bank and Frances government have recently approved loans to Jordan for the construction of two new electricity transmission lines and the upgrade of older ones. The project aims to reinforce the grid in order to accommodate a larger number of renewable energy projects.
Scatec Solar announces 53 MW Honduran PV project
Scatec Solar has acquired a 53 MW solar PV project in Honduras. Construction work is to begin immediately on the plant, while commercial operation is scheduled for Q3 2016.
First Solar grid connects first part of 141 MW Chilean PV plant
Around half of First Solars 141 MW Chilean solar PV project have been connected to the countrys central grid. Full commercial operation is slated for January.
UK: Government reverses tax relief for community solar
Policy u-turn sees treasury minister David Gauke announce removal of EIS tax relief for community energy schemes from November 30.
Enel may delist Enel Green Power to bolster growth
Italian utility firm confirms decision on whether to bring its renewable energy subsidiary Enel Green Power into the group is due in November; clean power arm seen as key to Enel growth.
