Indias Karnataka invites solar bids worth 80 MW
The Indian state of Karnataka is inviting bids for solar projects worth 80 megawatts (MW). A draft of the power purchase agreements (PPAs) offered under the policy has also been released. Criticism is aimed at both the lack of experience required for developers, and the benchmark tariffs set.
US to install 2.4 GW of PV this year
According to new research, the U.S. will see a total of 2.4 gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic projects installed this year, marking an increase of 166 percent. Newly added capacity is expected to increase to 3.1 GW in 2012 and 5.5 GW in 2015.
JA Solar lowers full year shipment guidance on back of Q2 results
In reporting its second quarter (Q2), JA Solar has mainly recorded year-on-year gains, but sequential losses. As such, the company has lowered its full year guidance.
Evergreen seeks Chapter 11 protection; more manufacturers to follow
Evergreen Solar has filed for voluntary bankruptcy and has announced plant closures. Analysts warn more companies, like SolarWorld and Schott Solar, are at risk.
US Coast Guard starts $50 million solar rooftop renovations in Puerto Rico
On any U.S. Coast Guard ship, “PV” refers to a passenger vessel. But now some shore-side personnel are learning a new lexicon, as their bases in Puerto Rico launch a photovoltaic project.
Deutsche Bank praises German PV policy
Deutsche Bank has labeled Germanys feed-in tariffs (FIT) as ‘Best-in-Class’ while offering comment on balancing policy longevity and supporting investor security.
Schott receives 16 MW Thai order
Schott Solar is delivering 16 megawatts (MW) of photovoltaic modules to Thailand under a new contract with Phoenix Solar Singapore.
Canadian Solar on a Q2 roll
While many photovoltaic module manufacturers are paying the price for 2011s weak demand, Canadian Solar has been relatively unaffected by the dismal market conditions.
Ukraine: First 20 MW phase of PV project completed
Activ Solar has competed the first 20 megawatt (MW) phase of a photovoltaic park in the Ukraine.
China Sunergy secures USD$160 million financing
China Sunergy Co. Ltd has signed financing and credit facilities with the China Development Bank worth USD$160 million.
