Despite a stuttering European PV market its EPC contractors still enjoy a large share of the industry
Data compiled by Wiki-Solar found that 16 of the top 30 utility-scale EPC contractors for solar in 2015 were European companies, making up the largest portion of solar PV capacity installed.
STA launches its Stunning Solar campaign just as distributed solar in the UK needs a helping hand
The UKs Solar Trade Associations Stunning Solar campaign aims to show consumers how aesthetically pleasing PV installations can be. The push couldnt come at a more pressing time for domestic PV in the country, as installations have dropped dramatically in the last two months.
Ecosummit 2016: time for open innovation in renewable sector
More than 50 renewable energy startups will be showcasing their solutions at Ecosummit in Berlin on April 26 and 27. Is there still room for early stage companies to make an impact in the solar industry? pv magazine discusses new trends and opportunities in cleantech fundraising with Ecosummit founder and CEO Jan Michael Hess.
TerraForm Global acquires 26.4 MW solar farm in Uruguay
Estranged yieldco of SunEdison finalizes $35.4 million deal for power plant built by Spain’s Solarpack Corp. Tecnologica SL as it seeks to stand apart from its beleaguered parent company.
Sungevity and REC Solar team up to share leads
Partnership between the two solar firms intended to reduce soft costs and eliminate upfront capital often required for U.S. businesses keen to adopt solar power.
Sonnedix launches 1.25 MWh Aquion battery project in Puerto Rico
The independent power producer commissions grid-scale, 1.25 MWh Aquion Aqueous Hybrid Ion Battery to provide power to 16 MW solar plant in Puerto Rico.
Enel begins production at 79 MW Chile solar plant
Enel Green Power Chile completes and connects the 79 MW Pampa Norte solar plant in Chile’s Antofagasta Region. Project cost $150 million and has secured a PPA with local utility.
Fourth German solar tender draws 128 MW at average price of EUR 7.41 cents/kWh
Germany’s Federal Network Agency publishes results of the fourth solar PV project tender, which will deliver 128 MW solar capacity at a volume-weighted value of EUR 7.41 cents per kilowatt hour.
Indian energy minister threatens to file 16 solar cases against US with WTO
Warning shot fired by Piyush Goyal is latest in tit for tat dispute between India and the U.S. over the former’s domestic content requirements for solar. Comments draw ire from industry.
Turkey’s solar market heats up
A new manufacturing facility and increased activitiy from domestic as well as foreign players is boosting Turkey’s solar sector despite some regulatory obstacles.
