Chinese manufacturers predict Q1 to be tougher than expected
Trina Solar and Yingli have both revised their predictions for Q1 2014. The newer figures show heavier decreases than forecast.
Global roll-out of renewable energy can avert climate catastrophe, says IPCC report
UN analysis finds total shift away from fossil fuels will have minimal impact on economic growth while averting feared 2C temperature increase by 2050.
Desertec loses major German partners
The future of the ambitious, multi-billion dollar-project to generate renewable energy in the MENA region in order to supply Europe appears to be in doubt following the exit of major German partners.
EU likely to continue Chinese solar glass duties
The European Union has reportedly approved provisional duties, introduced in November last year, ranging from 17.1% to 42.1% on Chinese imports of solar glass for the next five years.
REC Silicon posts results, predicts a year of improvement
While still posting losses, the Norwegian company appears to have reversed its declines. Despite a challenging market, the company warily predicts that things will get better.
India's PROINSO signs deal with China's JinkoSolar
The India- and China- based companies have signed a deal for an undisclosed amount that will see the Chinese company have its products distributed around India.
Bester Generación connects 26 MW of power in the UK
The projects are among the 254 MW that the Spanish company plans to implement in 2014 as part of the $360 million Quercus Renewable Energy Fund II, which is financing 21 PV projects across England.
China Sunergy boosts revenue, narrows loss in 2013
The Nanjing-based company shipped a total of 235.8 MW in the fourth quarter, beating forecasts. CEO Stephen Cai attributes the company’s improved performance on its operational flexibility, cost control efforts and entry into new markets.
Shunfeng shareholders approve Wuxi Suntech acquisition
Jiangsu Shunfeng will pay $483 million for Wuxi Suntech, which operates two production plants with annual production capacities of 1.6 GW for solar cells and 2.4 GW for solar modules.
US, India fail to reach agreement
The two countries are on the verge of a WTO dispute over Indian domestic content requirements. The US will reportedly make a decision once details of the next batch of the National Solar Mission are released.
