Price volatility dogs energy leaders across the globe
World Energy Council report cites oil price plunge and falling cost of renewables as most critical issue facing energy policymakers in 2015.
Plummeting oil prices could adversely affect off-grid uptake
Falling oil prices have the potential to harm the uptake of solar-diesel hybrid systems, according to research from German consultancy firm THEnergy.
Solarexpo could herald Italian solar renaissance
Organisers of the Milan trade show say there are signs of a recovery in Italian PV. Inverter maker Fronius and Chinese giant Jinko Solar are making all the right noises.
Russia develops high-efficiency HJT modules
Industrial prototypes of above 20% efficient HJT modules produced in Russia. News comes as Chinese company plans cell and module manufacture on Russian soil.
Indian solar 2015: A breakthrough year?
The first few weeks of 2015 have seen India’s solar industry grab the headlines, but can the momentum be sustained throughout the year and beyond?
Photon Laboratory files for insolvency
A German district court has opened insolvency proceedings for Photon Laboratory GmbH. A creditor filed a claim against the PV testing lab as early as June.
Gap in the lith-ion market in China
Foreign manufacturers could move in as domestic manufacturers struggle to meet rising demand driven by EVs. Samsung, LG and Foxconn are already making significant investments.
UP acquires stake in 50 MW project developer
ZNShine sells off majority stake in project in Xinjiang in return for EPC contract for next phase of 50 MW scheme.
Bidders land 200 MW solar deal
Winning tender announced for second phase of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. The Dubai scheme will have a 1 GW capacity by 2030.
Solarcentury launches African venture
SolarAid’s parent company has teamed up with East African Solar to form Solarcentury in East Africa, a venture to design and build installations in the area.
