"Exciting" and "volatile" year predicted for US PV
A new report reflecting the U.S. solar industrys 2011 first quarter predicts that both “exciting” and “volatile” times lie ahead. The country has, to date, over 2.3 gigawatts (GW) of installed photovoltaic capacity. This is expected to double by the end of the year.
Australian Greens hopeful of positive roundtable discussions
A government and industry roundtable on issues facing the Australian solar industry has been scheduled for July 8 in the capital city Canberra.
Italy dumps nuclear; renewable energy stocks rise
Italy has voted against nuclear, prompting the country’s renewable energy stocks to soar.
LDK and Sunways to join forces?
Following the announcement that LDK Solar is looking to strengthen its presence in the German photovoltaic market, it has been rumored that the Chinese company may partner up with Sunways AG.
Reuters: Germany will not cut FITS on July 1
Germanys photovoltaic industry suffered a clear break down in the first half of the year. However, Reuters has reported that significantly less than one gigawatt (GW) of new capacity was installed between March and May, meaning there should be no tariff cuts on July 1.
Report: Public Prosecutor's office investigating Conergy
According to a report in the daily newspaper “Handelsblatt”, the public prosecutors office in Hamburg has set its sights on eight former managers of the Hamburg photovoltaic company.
Dyesol takes research to Japan and creates "solar steel" in Wales
Australia-based dye sensitized photovoltaic developer Dyesol has been awarded a prestigious Japanese research grant and announced the creation of worlds largest dye sensitized steel based module, in partnership with Tata Steel in North Wales.
Phoenix Solar undertakes 15.9 MW Thai PV project
Phoenix Solar AGs Singaporean subsidiary, Phoenix Solar Pte Ltd has signed a contract with Solarta Co Ltd for the construction of two photovoltaic power plants worth 15.9 megawatts (MW) in Thailand.
Solyndra completes 3 MW rooftop PV system in Belgium
Solyndra International AG has announced the completion of a three megawatt (MW) rooftop photovoltaic system in Belgium. It is said to be the companys largest project to date.
Samsung announces increased solar focus
Samsung has said that it plans to invest USD$5.5 billion in the development of solar technology and production by 2020.
