Intersolar: PV optimism in the face of adversity
The second day of the Intersolar Conference closed yesterday with the CEO panel displaying remarkable optimism in the face of extremely challenging conditions for manufacturers. The CEOs of Canadian Solar and JA Solar were upbeat about predictions for installed capacity in 2012.
Indias JNNSM: Projects under batch II are a "risky" proposition
Many of the batch II solar projects under Phase I of Indias Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) have been deemed a risky proposition in a new research report by India-based CRISIL Research.
EthoSolar and TecnoSun to manufacture PV tracking systems in Ontario
EthoSolar and its sister company, TecnoSun Solar Canada Inc. have announced they will establish a 50 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic tracking system manufacturing facility in Ontario, Canada. The move is part of a strategic partnership, developed with Germany-based TecnoSun Solar Systems AG.
Germany: Chinas big boys deliver PV modules to 40 MW PV park
China-based Trina Solar, Suntech Power and Hareon Solar will deliver a total of 40 megawatts (MW) worth of their modules to a photovoltaic park in Germanys Jännersdorf.
US installs "record" amount of PV in Q1; to exceed 3.2 GW in 2012
According to SEIA and GTM Research 506 MW of photovoltaics were installed in Q1 2012. This, they say, represents “more than any other first quarter on record.” Overall, it is predicted that 3.2 GW will be installed throughout the year. There are concerns for 2013, however.
MBJ Service, Solon and SolarEdge win 2012 Intersolar Awards
In the category “Photovoltaic”, MBJ Service, Solon and SolarEdge have been presented with the 2012 Intersolar Award.
Astronergy completes 50 MW Bulgarian PV plant
China-based Chint Group subsidiary, Astronergy has completed a 50 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic plant in Bulgaria.
Trina and E3/DC announce storage collaboration
Chinas Trina Solar Limited and Germany-based E3/DC have said they will collaborate on next generation energy storage solutions.
IFC and Scatec to develop PV projects in Africa
IFC InfraVentures, a member of the World Bank Group, and Norways Scatec Solar have signed an agreement, under which they intend to develop photovoltaic projects in parts of West and Central Africa.
Calyxo ramps up thin film capacity in Germany
Calyxo GmbH will ramp up capacity of its cadmium telluride (CdTe) thin film photovoltaic modules in Germanys in Saxony-Anhalt.
