Jabil plans layoffs at Polish PV module plants
U.S. electronics manufacturer Jabil has announced plans to make redundant up to 600 workers from its two photovoltaic module plants in Kwidzyn, Poland.
First Solar sells 50 MW Nevada power plant
Thin film manufacturer First Solar today announced the sale of the Silver State North photovoltaic project, in Nevada, U.S. The project is worth 50 megawatts and was acquired outright by Canadian energy company Enbridge Inc.
UK: Supermarket roofs host 6.9 MW
British supermarket chain Sainsburys has installed 6.9 megawatts (MW) across its stores in the south of England. Renewable Resources completed the installations and heralded their completion at the Ecobuild trade show, which opened its doors today in London.
US: Design-your-own PV picks up startup prize
A New Orleans solar startup company has picked up a US$50,000 Big Idea pitch competition award. SOLarchitect is an online service that allows homeowners to assesses the relevant cost, incentives and energy production of a photovoltaic installation on their property.
China: Big PV project possibilities, but grid and policy issues exisit
The consensus at Solarpraxis’ first “Project implementation conference – China 2012” in Shanghai is clear: the potential of photovoltaic project development in China is huge, particularly in light of falling system costs. However, overcoming policy and grid connection issues is key.
PV project financing and construction hindrances
What does a photovoltaic project developer need to do to obtain financing? “Develop a good quality project”, vice president of the Deutsche Bank told the over 230 attendees who gathered at the first PV Project Implementation Conference – China 2012″ to discuss the Chinese solar industry today in Shanghai.
Bharti Airtel to enhance solar installations in Africa
India-based telecommunications company, Bharti Airtel, has chosen to increase the use of solar, and other renewable energies, to replace its diesel-powered generators. The aim is to reduce its carbon footprint in Africa and cut operational costs.
Israel: Arava given go ahead for 40 MW PV project; Suntech unveils plans
Photovoltaic activity in Israel is heating up: Arava Power Company has unveiled its US$150 million project plans; and Suntech discusses upcoming policy changes, which may result in higher photovoltaic quotas, and provides updates on its Israeli activities, including project pipelines and the market pullout of one of its modules.
Solar thermal exempt from Indian import duty
Solar thermal plant equipment will be exempt from import duty in India. Indias finance minister made the announcement today. The belief is that project costs could be lowered as a result. Photovoltaics was not mentioned, however.
S.A.G. Solarstrom and Hanwha to install 20 MW on Italys rooftops
Germany-based S.A.G Solarstrom and the Hanwha Group have announced that they will work together to install 20 megawatts (MW) of photovoltaics on rooftops across Italy.
