Advanced Energy buys AEG control module business
The U.S.-based power conversion firm will contract AEG Power Solutions GmbH to manufacture modules at its factory in Germany.
Canadian Solar tops non-domestic brand in Japan
The global solar power company has shipped 508 MW of PV modules to Japan, claiming a 7% share of the market and becoming the largest foreign solar brand.
Online solar marketplace receives VC investment
Milk the Sun, a leading open online marketplace for trading PV systems, has attracted funding from Gründerfonds Münsterland and Howaldt Energies.
South Africa world's most attractive emerging country for solar
South Africa has topped IHS’ emerging PV market attractiveness rankings in the areas of in potential market size, project profitability and pipeline maturity, ahead of Thailand and Turkey.
SEIA praises Obama's solar support in SOTU address
The solar industry was singled out for special presidential praise in the address, with U.S. President Barack Obama drawing positive words from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA).
Nippon Renewable Energy secures $250 million for Japanese solar projects
The independent solar utility company is developing a pipeline of more than 300 MW of solar projects. Four installations totaling 47.5 MW are set to begin construction.
EU ProSun backs French-German solar plans
The joint initiative of EU solar businesses welcomes the proposals, stating that Europe “must bet on a strong solar industry.”
EU leaves Taiwan loophole open
Industry source says defining module origins according to their cell manufacture renders the summer’s import cap meaningless. According to source, the remaining purely ‘Chinese’ modules will be far short of 7 GW.
China issues stiff response
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has reportedly issued a strongly worded riposte to the U.S. over its latest anti-dumping and countervailing duty probes. China has also issued a veiled warning to EU manufacturers.
Plans for 120 MW plant in the UAE
The 40 MW project planned by Utico could triple in size if it can be connected to the UAE grid, says developer. The project will also power a desalination plant in the emirate of Ras al Khaimah.
