Suntech plans PV module factory in Uzbekistan
Suntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd is planning to build a photovoltaic module factory in Uzbekistan.
Lithuania halts solar development
The Lithuanian Government has announced it will not permit the construction of any new solar facilities, in a bid to halt the “rapid” development of the project industry. The amendments are expected to be passed on March 1.
Emmvee develops first solar park in India
India-based Emmvee PV Power is developing a 20 MW solar park at Hindupur in Andhra Pradesh state.
France publishes PV FIT bonus details
The French government has published details of its 10% FIT bonus for PV systems produced in the European Union. In other news, French energy giant EDF has reportedly announced the construction of a new photovoltaic production site for Photowatt.
US: NRG starts up 66 MW PV plant in California
New Jersey-based energy company NRG Energy Inc has announced the start of commercial operations at what has been described as California’s largest fully operational solar facility.
China: Sky Solar plants in Xinjiang and the Czech Republic
Chinese photovoltaic project developer Sky Solar has connected the first 30 MW of a 200 MW solar park in Xinjiang Province, as well as securing funding for three projects in the Czech Republic.
Spain announces more PV FIT decreases
Following the introduction of a new energy tax at the beginning of 2013, photovoltaic producers are now faced with more feed-in tariff (FIT) woes.
Ukraine adopts reduced PV tariffs
The Ukrainian government has officially adopted reduced tariff rates for photovoltaic systems. Consequently, all systems put into operation from April 1, 2013, will see tariffs decrease by between 16 and 27%.
Cyprus issues licenses for 23 PV parks
The Cypriot Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism has announced the results of its online tender with regards to the licensing of photovoltaic parks in the Republic of Cyprus.
SunShot initiative funds $9m of solar data projects
The U.S. Department of Energy’s SunShot solar initiative has awarded another $9 million of funding to seven data projects.
