SolarCity's Hawaiian study reveals grid regulation potential of inverters
Results of joint study with NREL and Hawaiian Electric will see Hawaiian utility more than double grid’s daytime minimum load to 250% thanks to role of inverters.
Jordan’s rooftop PV sector thriving
Jordan leads Arab world in utility-scale solar PV installations with many large solar farms expected to go online in 2015. Residential and commercial rooftop sectors are also kick-starting the thriving solar sector.
SunEdison scales LA solar rooftop market with 22 MW deal
The US renewable energy company signs agreement with PermaCity to develop solar systems atop leased rooftops, scheme designed to create income for property owners.
Enphase acquires O&M provider Next Phase Solar
Deal sees the microinverter manufacturer add 400 MW of O&M assets, taking its own portfolio beyond 450 MW.
Duke Energy proposes suite of solar programs for South Carolina
Proposals intended to increase its customers’ access to renewable energy, and could add 110 MW of PV to South Carolina portfolio by 2021 if approved.
Scatec Solar reports satisfying Q4 financial results
The Norwegian solar operator increased its revenues, net profit and power production in the final quarter of 2014.
SMA managing board shrinks to just four members
German inverter specialist downsizes as part of company’s ongoing transformation, new chairman of supervisory board appointed.
Duke Energy acquires large stake in REC Solar
The US utility has snapped up a majority share of REC Solar’s commercial business, confirms it will invest $225 million in commercial projects.
US SunShot Initiative releases $13m for community solar projects
Opportunity labeled Solar Powering America by Recognizing Communities designed to establish technical assistance program for local governments to drive greater PV deployment.
Gintech explores merger and relocation opportunities in light of US tariffs
The Taiwanese solar cell manufacturer may merge its operation or seek to relocate as the company aims to stay competitive in face of stinging US tariffs.
