Ford partners with Trina Solar to launch MyEnergi Lifestyle in China
Program offers hybrid electric vehicles, solar system and energy-efficient appliances to families intent on developing wider understanding of their carbon footprint.
EU to extend solar trade investigation to Malaysia, Taiwan
The European Commission (EC) has initiated an investigation into solar imports into the EU to products exported by Chinese suppliers, from Malaysia and Taiwan. The investigation was requested by SolarWorld, in an application submitted on April 15.
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Second tier solar markets took center stage this week, with India, Australia, Malaysia and Brazil each turning heads with their PV development plans and announcements, as leading markets wobbled.
Duke announces plans for Disney-inspired solar park
The 5 MW facility in Reedy Creek, Florida, will be arranged in the shape of a Disney-inspired design, the utility has confirmed.
Abengoa's 210 MW Chile solar hybrid complex approved
The Spanish renewable developer has been given the green light to proceed with the Atacama 2 project, which is a combined PV/CSP development in the Atacama desert.
IEA PVPS 2014 report praises solar's tremendous development
Annual report reveals solar PV accounts for more than 1% of global electricity demand for first time ever, recognizes growth and evolution of the industry.
United PV and Huaxia Life partner on 1 GW solar development fund
Chinese solar developer to work with life insurance provider on RMB9 billion PV development project over next two years.
Regulator confirms investigation into Hanergy
Reuters is reporting that Hong Kongs Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has confirmed that it is currently carrying out an investigation into Hanergy Thin Film. Reuters received an email statement in which the regulator confirmed: a formal investigation into the affairs of Hanergy Thin Film Power Group has been active and is continuing.
Hanwha Q Cells registers 70% Q1 profit increase
Positive first financial results since strategic merger of company, with revenue rising 54% to $333.5 million. One-time restructuring charge of $22.1 million dilutes profit margin.
US: DoE announces $32m extra solar funding
Money to be steered towards training of U.S. solar support workers, driving down cost of solar and increasing access to solar data.
