Germany: Severe renewable energy cuts planned
Germanys Environment and Economy Ministers aim to save over 1.8 billion over the next year. One proposal will see all photovoltaic installations bigger than 150 kW, which are connected to the German grid from August 1, sell generated electricity directly to the market.
E-CL plans 40 MW Chilean PV park
Chilean utility company E-CL has submitted a Declaration of Environmental Impact (DIA) for a new 40 MW photovoltaic project worth around US$100 million to Chiles environmental evaluation service (SEA).
Isofotón signs 150 MW PV project agreement in Mexico
Isofotón has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Yucatán state government in Mexico to develop a 150 MW photovoltaic plant. Construction is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2014.
Desertec to focus on EU MENA connection
In its 2012 Annual Report, the Desertec Industry Initiative (Dii) has acknowledged the challenges it faces in attracting investment to North Africa and the Middle East. It therefore has set out a new focus, which aims to facilitate the integration of the EU and MENA energy markets.
Australia: Greens push CSP project
The Western Australian branch of the Australian Green party, the WA Greens, has released its Energy 2029 plan today, which promotes a 100% renewable future for the resource-rich state. As a part of a plan, an inland site has been earmarked for a large CSP project.
Russia considers solar power for planes
Russias Ministry of Industry and Trade (Minpromtorg) has ordered several studies into fuel alternatives for its civilian aircraft industry, including solar energy. Around RUB628 million (US$ 21 million; 15.5 million) has reportedly been earmarked for the research.
Mexico reaches 14 MW of PV installations
Mexico has reported a cumulative installed photovoltaic capacity of 14 MW almost double that of 2011. Growth is projected to continue on the same trajectory this year.
World passes 100 GW installed PV capacity mark
Behind the headline news from the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA) that the world has passed the 100 GW mark in cumulative installed photovoltaic capacity, is the ongoing story of a shift away from Europe.
US: Quanta EPC on 40 MW California PV parks
Houston, Texas-based Quanta Services Inc has won an EPC contract for solar parks in Kings and Tulare counties in California.
India: Kerala unveils 10,000 PV rooftop program
The Indian state of Kerala has unveiled a program aimed at installing 10,000 one kW rooftop photovoltaic systems. The initiative was launched today by Indias Minister for New and Renewable Energy.
