Israeli solar company looks to Africa, US for opportunities
Energix CEO tells pv magazine he has ruled out operating in China, India or the UK and is looking to North America and Africa to expand his renewables business.
IRENA: Solar biggest renewable employer globally
Solar PV is the largest employer within the renewables sector, with some 2.5 million finding work in the sector. These are the findings from the International Renewable Energy Association (IRENA).
Sungrow increases Q1 revenue by almost 65% Y-O-Y
Chinese inverter specialist reveals strong growth in international markets, shipping 230 MW overseas, posts overall Q1 revenue of $117.7 million.
TMEIC inverter orders rise 48% in 2014
The Japanese inverter company achieved orders of almost 3 GW last year, with a further 2.5 GW in shipments as its overseas fabs hit full-scale operation.
US: SEIA backs ITC extension proposal
Legislation put forward by Rep. Mike Thompson to extend the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) by five years earns support of the Solar Energy Industries Association.
Fronius presses play on US manufacturing
The U.S. subsidiary of the Austrian inverter supplier has begun production at a $1.5 million manufacturing and testing facility in the state of Indiana.
Yingli issues statement refuting liquidation reports
Chinese solar giant states that it is “optimistic” and “confident” about its ability to continue servicing the global market, following recent reports to the contrary. Company announces keenly awaited conference call.
Amtech receives 800 MW order for solar diffusion system
Company’s Tempress Systems subsidiary has received order for its next-gen solar diffusion systems from a leading Chinese solar cell and module manufacturer.
First Solar announces JV for large-scale solar development in Philippines
The U.S. thin film company signs joint venture with OrionGroup for the realization of commercial and industrial self generation solar projects in the Philippines.
Stationary storage costs to remain high, despite predictions of $172/kWh Li-ion battery costs
Lux Research predicts that costs for “best-in-class” players’ lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs will fall to US$172/kWh by 2025. These prices will primarily benefit the electric vehicle (EV) industry, however, with the stationary storage market continuing to see significantly higher prices.
