Fraunhofer ISE signs renewable energy MoU with Fukushima
This Memorandum of Understanding is intended to help the Japanese Prefecture become the country’s new hub for renewable energy research.
S.A.G. Solarstrom to open insolvency proceeedings
The German developer has announced it will open general insolvency proceedings on March 1 after a brief flirtation with self-administered proceedings. The crisis started after problems in the UK and Italy.
Suntech shares to be de-listed from NYSE
Shares in what is left of Suntech are set to be removed from the New York bourse. The news comes days after Suntech’s liquidators announced they would be stepping up recovery efforts and would be examining the Wuxi Suntech acquisition by Shunfeng Photovoltaic.
Trina Solar jumps the gun on ITC decision
The Chinese module manufacturer’s acquisition of a mainland cell maker pre-empts the decision of the U.S. authorities, due this afternoon. Trina’s Chinese bolt-on acquisition will be seen as an ominous move by Taiwanese cell makers.
GCL-Poly acquires stake in circuit board business
Chinese wafer and polysilicon manufacturer GCL-Poly will spend $186 million to take a two-thirds interest in Same Time Holdings. The move will see both parties focus on solar plant development.
Branson leads renewables charge on Necker
The charismatic Virgin founder hopes to introduce a pan-Caribbean commitment to renewables. Branson is using his private island home as a test bed for the region.
ITC finds dumping and subsidy damage from Taiwanese cells
The International Trade Commission has just revealed its ‘affirmative’ decision. Preliminary AD duties are now due to be decided upon next month.
Solar securities may offer major investment potential
A new study has found that securities from solar PPAs can make a healthy profit while making billions of dollars availalbe to finance solar project.
Solid partnerships and full fab capacity mark strong fiscal year for SunPower
The California-based solar company reports fourth-quarter revenue of $638 million, spurred by a strong performance in North America and lucrative international partnerships.
JinkoSolar supplies modules to CSEM-uae for research venture
The modules will be used at CSEM’s Solar Outdoor Laboratory in the United Arab Emirates for applied research purposes.
