Brazil: 695 MW of PV applications
National electricity agency ANEEL has revealed the details of 30 requests for authorization it has received to develop PV parks. More than 500 MW are planned for Bahia state.
Unbuilt PV projects in Japan could have FIT certification withdrawn
An investigation has been launched by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) into why only one-in-ten approved PV projects in Japan has been built. Possible sanctions for deliberate delays could include withdrawal of FIT certification.
Legal victory for Greek PV developers
The Metaxas law firm has forced the Greek government to reimburse investors with a PV plant development subsidy it had promised and then reduced. The legal firm is also fighting the ‘solidarity’ PV plant tax, domestically and with the EU.
All Energy: looking to the commercial rooftop market
The commercial rooftop market is an important growth area as a post-FIT residential sector slows. But rigid requirements from state utilities are an obstacle for installers.
Art installation shows solar applications
Italian designer and architect Eleonora Nicoletti has made an art installation which can recharge smartphones and tablets.
National Research Council of Canada announces renewable energy storage plan
Canada NRC launches Energy Storage for Grid Security and Modernization research program at the countrys Renewable Energy Storage Summit.
Brighter future? Maybe not for UK solar
The roadmap on the future of UK solar published yesterday questions solar’s effectiveness at reducing carbon output and asks whether the cost reductions necessary for 20 GW by 2020 are feasible.
Donauer Solartechnik files for insolvency
Wholesaler of solar energy systems Donauer Solartechnik has filed for insolvency in the district court of Weilheim in Oberbayern on Monday. The attitude of the municipality Gilching, where the company is located, has been cited as a reason for this decision.
New Generation plans 500 MW São Paulo project
The Chicago-based company is planning to develop a mega project, in 30 MW sections, in the city of Taubaté. The huge project will cost an estimated $900 million.
Trina Solar: Stagnant module prices until 2017
Module prices are stagnating, some are even rising again. This is not a temporary phenomenon as Pierre Verlinden, Chief Scientist at Trina Solar explained at the EU PVSEC. It could continue well into 2017.
