UP acquires stake in 50 MW project developer
ZNShine sells off majority stake in project in Xinjiang in return for EPC contract for next phase of 50 MW scheme.
Bidders land 200 MW solar deal
Winning tender announced for second phase of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. The Dubai scheme will have a 1 GW capacity by 2030.
Solarcentury launches African venture
SolarAid’s parent company has teamed up with East African Solar to form Solarcentury in East Africa, a venture to design and build installations in the area.
WFES: First Solar launches free online power plant assessment tool
U.S. thin film manufacturer and project developer First Solar has launched its free Energy Capacity Assessment Tool, which allows potential power plant developers or investors to plot out a PV power plant online to assess its feasibility. First Solars online tool calculates the potential electricity output and revenue of a power plant, using data pertaining to local irradiation and conditions, along with the companys CdTe modules and power plant design parameters.
US: SolarCity launches program for East Coast new homes
Solar lease and loan provider SolarCity has launched a program to roll out solar arrays on new-builds along the US East Coast. The solar firm has partnered with more than 10 local builders across seven states, to offer its financed solar products.
US utility's plans to manage DG transition
NRG Energy has told investors of its plans to surf the wave of DG and renewables… whilst maximising returns from its fossil fuel generators.
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How the incompetence of politicians gave the world large scale PV and Angela Merkel says it is time for a ‘respite from solar’, Germany’s gift to the world, but developers who head to Greece will have all their prayers answered, as long as they vote for the right party.
Australia installs over 800 MW in small-scale solar in 2014
While Australias large scale PV sector remains depressed, homeowners continue to flock to solar. Figures released today by Green Energy Markets, show over 800 MW of residential and small commercial PV systems were installed in 2014. Average system size was 4.4 kW.
SolarWorld partners with DZ-4 for solar-plus-storage leasing in Germany
German/U.S. solar manufacturer SolarWorld has entered into a partnership with leasing provider DZ-4 to roll out solar and battery kits in Germany. Potential residential customers can enter in a 10-year lease with DZ-4 for a SolarWorld solar-plus-storage residential kit.
America Solar Direct teams with Mosaic for loan funding
U.S. solar lease provider American Solar Direct (ASD) will team with PV crowdfunder Mosaic to provide homeowners with solar loans. ASD says that most customers will be able to access a 20-year loan produce, including a production guarantee and warranty and maintenance agreement.
