Russia offers first ever subsidies for renewable energy
The world’s largest oil producer plans to develop its renewable energy sector which currently produces just 0.8% of the country’s power and has hosted its first clean power auction, with 39 ventures securing subsidies.
SunPower, Digital Federal Credit Union offer up to $100 million in loans
A new agreement between the Digital Federal Credit Union and the California solar company enhances the SunPower Loan Program to offer more financing options for residential customers.
Europe still has a big part to play
The EU’s status report on solar says Europe still led the world for installations last year. The report was issued to coincide with the opening of EU PVSEC in Paris on Monday.
British scientists call for world Sunpower Program to combat climate change
Leading scientific advisers in the U.K. urge governments to work together to create a global, collaborative solution to tackle climate change by harnessing the power of the sun.
IKEA to sell solar panels in all UK stores
The Swedish furniture retailer is to sell solar panels in all of its 17 U.K. stores within 10 months following a successful pilot project in one Essex store.
Sunpower to supply 69 MW to Shimizu Corporation for installation in Japan
SunPower Corporation’s high efficiency E20/327 solar panels to be installed by Shimizu Corporation at the Eurus Energy mega solar power plant in Aomori, Japan.
Chinese government offers PV manufacturers a helping hand
Solar product makers in China continue to reap the benefits of a government eager to prop up a troubled industry. Beijing is now offering tax rebates to manufacturers in an effort to assist the struggling sector.
SUNOWE to construct 150 MW of PV plants as part of Chinese subsidy pilot project
The publicly listed Chinese PV company SUNOWE Photovoltaic will oversee the construction of 150 MW of solar power plants by 2015 as part of Chinas new subsidy program for industrial areas.
Germany: PV development continues to decline
Germany added more than 10,000 PV installations with a total capacity of 291.64 MW in August. Starting October, FITs for PV systems between 1 and 10 MW will fall for the first time below EUR 0.10 per kilowatt hour.
EU PVSEC conference draws crowds despite crisis
The 28th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition kicked off on Monday in Paris. The scientific program has remained largely unaffected by the current crisis. The halls open on Tuesday for exhibitors.
