SolarCity unveils storage and solar package for new build properties
The U.S. solar installer’s Homebuilder Program has been updated to include new Tesla Powerwall-backed storage systems for new build properties, Californians offered new fixed-rate pricing.
Japanese golf course to become 23 MW solar array
Japanese electronics company Kyocera enters joint venture to construct solar plant on abandoned golf course in Japan’s Kyoto Prefecture.
Emirates Insolaire completes first 3 colored solar panel projects, unveils future plans
Emirates Insolaire LLC has completed what it says is the worlds first installation of colored solar panels a 12 kWp building façade in Switzerland. To date, it has executed three projects, all in Europe. With commercial-scale operations starting this year, the BIPV company has big plans for the future, including capacity ramp ups and entry into new markets.
UK should offer more clean energy incentives, says Committee on Climate Change
First mandatory report from the Committee says that “urgent action” is required in the new Parliament if the U.K. is to keep its emissions reductions on track.
India poised to introduce dollar bidding for solar contracts in July
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hopes to attract further foreign investment by inviting bids for India’s first dollar-linked solar power contracts next month.
Ingeteam supplies inverters for one of UK's largest solar plants
The Spanish inverter specialist supplied its Ingecon powerstation central inverter to a 40 MW solar PV plant located in the county of Lincolnshire, England.
Advanced Energy confirms exit of solar inverter business
The U.S. precision power conversion company has taken the decision to shutter its solar inverter business after grappling with poor sales in the sector for the past few quarters.
Yingli announces project bonds for Chinese public; will create online financing portfolio
In an interesting move, Yingli Green Energy has announced the issuance of project bonds to the Chinese public. The China-based solar manufacturer intends to widen its portfolio of new online financing products going forward.
Solar plane makes second attempt at longest leg of journey
The Solar Impulse 2 aircraft has passed the point of no return after taking off from Japan on Sunday, journey expected to take five days and five nights should all go to plan.
NEXTracker signs 1 GW supply agreement with Blattner Energy
The Californian tracker specialists will supply its single axis trackers to Blattner Energy, a diversified power generation contractor.
