US could suffer recession-era economic losses if climate change remains unchecked, study finds
Inequality will widen with many poorer parts of the US on course to see their income reduced by 20% if climate change continues to accelerate.
Germany added 212 MW of solar in May
6,589 small-sized PV systems with a combined capacity of 136 MW were connected to the grid in May. Furthermore, the first large-scale solar plants selected in the first auction held in April 2015 are now coming online.
Panda Green Energy finishes 50 MW in China
Panda Green Energy — formerly known as United Photovoltaics — connected a 50 MW solar array to the grid this week in northwestern China.
Elettronica Santerno secures 27 MW inverter order in the United States
The Italian inverter maker will supply its devices for a large-scale PV project under development in Nevada.
Hanwha Group teams with BCG to develop 100 MW Vietnamese solar project
The Korean conglomerate has signed a joint operation investment agreement with Vietnam-based BCG Bang Duong to develop $100 million, 100 MW solar plant in nation’s Thanh Hoa district.
Senegal’s first solar park comes online
A 30 MW solar plant in Santhiou Mékhé was officially inaugurated by the country’s president Macky Sall. The facility was built by Solairedirect and financed by French investors.
Three-year window to limit worst effects of climate change, experts warn
Scientists, governments and business leaders sign letter published in the journal Nature that says the world has just three years to act in order to avert dangerous levels of climate change.
Soltec signs 101 MW tracker supply deal in Brazil
The single-axis solar tracker manufacturer will supply its SF Utility trackers to the 101 MW Floresta solar plant in Rio Grande do Norte. Deal increases firms Brazil footprint to 551 MW.
India: UPNEDA issues draft Solar Power Policy 2017
The draft Uttar Pradesh Solar Power Policy 2017 aims to encourage participation of the private sector and provide investment opportunities in India’s most populous state.
Armenia receives 21 bids for 55 MW solar tender
The tendered 55 MW solar plant is part of the country’s six-year $58 million solar program.
