UK: Tory victory muddies solar waters
Despite overseeing fastest growth in the U.K.’s PV industry, a majority Conservative government has been quiet on the issue of solars future, say experts.
From the Mag: a selection of stories from the May issue
pv magazine’s May edition assesses the current solar climate in Indonesia, gets technical at China’s smartest large-scale PV plant, and examines how SolarCity’s new microgrid has already found an enrapt audience.
Vikram Solar commissions 40 MW solar plant in India
Project in the state of Madhya Pradesh commissioned for IL&FS Energy Development Company Limited. Vikram also secures 10-year O&M contract for the plant.
SunEdison records big Q1 net loss, announces new energy portfolio acquisition
SunEdison has recorded a Q1 2015 net loss of US$424 million, significantly down on the loss of $288 million seen in Q4 2014. Net sales have also fallen, both Q/Q and Y/Y. The company has further announced the acquisition of five new RE portfolios and two corporate platforms.
SolarCity narrows Q1 loss, beats installation forecast
The solar company installed 153 MW in the first quarter, and increased revenue by 6% to reach $67.5 million.
EU to review China solar minimum price agreement
Decision by European Commission to probe minimum import price on Chinese solar panels could force renewal of anti-dumping and anti-subsidy duties.
Lightsource announces introducer incentive for UK solar sites
The leading British solar developer to offer up to $60,000 per MW for introduced sites eligible for large-scale PV development.
SunEdison launches US PPA, announces new partnership & acquisition
The U.S. renewable energy developer is to rollout its residential PPA across states. Company acquires LightWing and announces partnership with Evolve Solar.
Japan solar poised for cost-revenue parity, says JREF
The country’s solar sector is set to become profitable this quarter, says Japan Renewable Energy Foundation, ahead of July’s FIT cuts.
Enphase posts Q1 Y-O-Y revenue growth of 50%
Microinverter specialist reports first quarter revenue of $86.7 million, shipping 162 MW of micro inverters, an increase of 74%.
