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.
US: Thin film solar energy sells cheaper than coal fired
According to the terms of the proposed PPA for the 50 MW Macho Springs solar park in New Mexico, First Solar would be selling the energy generated by its thin film modules for a record low price for the technology.
Geenex announces $500 million US PV investment
Geenex has said it intends to invest at least US$500 million in photovoltaic projects in the U.S. over the next five years. The first project is slated to be 50 MW in size.
3.5 MW PV project completed in Saudi Arabia
Phoenix Solar has completed the design and installation of a 3.5 MW photovoltaic park in Saudi Arabia. It is said to be the largest plant of its kind in the region.
Photon Energy unveils 127 MW PV pipeline
Photon Energy Investments N.V. has unveiled an almost 127 MWp pipeline, which it intends to roll out across five countries. The company hopes to raise 40 million in bonds to “kickstart” the projects.
