World Bank supports 80 MW solar installations in Honduras with guarantees?
The growth of investment in solar energy in Honduras continues at breakneck speed. MIGA, which is part World Bank, has guaranteed an investment of US$56.7 million for three SunEdison projects in Hondurus.
Work begins at SunPowers 102 MW Henrietta project
SunPower has commenced construction on its 102 MW Henrietta Solar Project in California. The U.S. company is deploying its SunPower Oasis Power Plant system at the site.
Mercom tips 2016 global PV market to reach 57.4 GW
2015 looks set to be another year of growth for the global solar market with new installations set to reach 57.4 GW. Mercom Capital delivered the prediction its Global Solar Forecast, published this week.
Ontario: Nautilus Solar completes 14 rooftop solar projects
Nautilus Solar Energy LLC has completed 14 solar PV rooftop projects in Ontario, Canada. It plans to expand its portfolio to 24 MW, with a further 7.2 MW scheduled to come online this year.
300 MW Californian solar project receives grid connection go ahead
Centauri Energy, LLC has secured permission to grid connect its 300 MW Beltran Solar PV project in California, the U.S. The project will be built across three phases and take up to two years to complete.
PV exceeds 2020 EU renewable energy target
Solar PV technology has already exceeded its deployment goals under the European Commission’s renewable energy targets. Overall, the EU is on track to meet its 2020 targets, with renewables accounting for a projected 15.3% of overall European energy consumption in 2014.
SolarCity to develop 100 MW of community solar in Minnesota
U.S. lease provider SolarCity is tacking the plunge into community solar, rolling out a scheme in Minnesota whereby renters or low-income housing residents will have the opportunity to purchase electricity virtually from a community solar array. It plans to develop 100 1 MW community in the state.
The big 55 GW: Solar to run hot this year, says GTM Research
Analysts forecast global growth of 36% on last year, with Asia accounting for more than half of an expected 55 GW deployed, Europe to begin an upswing.
Japan: Canadian Solar supplies 42.9 MW PV plant
Canadian Solar Inc. has supplied modules to a 42.9 MW solar PV plant in Japan. Commercial operation on the plant is expected to start this August.
NexWafe plans 250 MWp kerfless wafer production
Fraunhofer spinoff, NexWafe GmbH plans to set up a 250 MWp production line for its kerfless wafer production. The first pilot line is expected to begin in 2017.
