CIGS market to double by 2015
Lux Research has found that the copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) solar market is likely to double between now and 2015. However, it warns that only a few manufacturers will succeed.
Microsol to save Solon?
According to a list issued from the German antitrust authorities on January 18, Microsol Inc. registered the takeover of Solon. Appointed company liquidator, Rüdiger Wienberg, declined to comment on the news.
France: Ampere and Solairedirect secure 115 million in debt financing
Ampere Equity Fund and France-based Solairedirect have closed a senior debt project financing round worth 115 million for their 34 megawatt peak (MWp) photovoltaic portfolio in France.
Italy: PV register for large systems will not open in 2H 2012
Italian regulatory authority, GSE, has officially announced that it will not open a register for large-scale photovoltaic systems in the second half (2H) of 2012.
Germany: Changes to FITs, still an open discussion
The discussion on the implementation of the FITs reductions on a staggered basis throughout the year carries on. BSW-Solar’s Carsten Körnig still sees predictability of returns on investment for rooftop PV installations, but it remains hard to predict what’s in store for large-scale PV development.
Lux Research reveals top ten cell manufacturers
Lux Research’s latest Solar Supply Tracker analysis names the top ten cell manufacturers. It also reveals that demand in Europe is on the rise, but European manufacturers are having problems remaining cost competitive.
China-US trade dispute: The process continues
Jeffries organized another conference call with trade law expert Ed Lebow on January 18 and Lebows clear message to the PV industry in the U.S. was that “you just dont want to be an importer of record” of Chinese crystalline silicon cells and panels.
Polysilicon 2012-2016
GTM Research reports on the global polysilicon industry stating that a major shakeout over the next two years is likely to occur.
Phoenix Solar acquires partner in Turkey
German company Phoenix Solar is broadening its expertise into Turkey. Phoenix Solar will be cooperating with iRES Enerji, founded by Ates Ugurel, also the founder of the Turkish Solar Energy Industry Association (GENSED).
Germany: Solar branch to provide alternative model for subsidy cuts
At today’s meeting with the German Federal Environment Minister, the PV industry will probably submit its own proposal for the further development of solar energy.
