Huawei enjoys greatest 12-month gain in global inverter market
The Chinese telecommunications company corners an extra 2% of the global market as leading pure-play suppliers see their grip loosened, finds IHS.
Exxon chief strategist sticks boot in on solar
The oil and gas employee says that solar and wind are not ready for prime time, but adds that he expects solar to grow faster than any other energy technology.
Acciona switches on 94 MW South Africa PV plant
The solar plant becomes the single-largest in the Spanish companys portfolio and has been made possible by South Africas REIPPPP.
$10 billion Green Climate Fund draws mixed response
The United Nation’s Green Climate Fund has drawn some criticism from senior German Green, but a largely positive reponse from solar associations and Fraunhofer ISE head Eicke Weber.
SolarCity and BofA announce $400m solar finance program
The leasing giants will partner with Bank of America Merrill Lynch to finance the expansion of the American residential solar sector.
Niche solar products enjoying their moment in sun
From spray-on and peel and stick to solar cloth and solar-powered cycle paths, PV’s potential is being examined across a number of innovative applications.
Pakistan waives solar panel import taxes
As part of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s renewable energy push, Pakistan is to scrap the 5% customs duty on imported solar panels.
Multi-GW PV plans shape India's bold solar strategy
Large, multi-GW projects from some of India’s leading energy companies have been announced this week as the country reignites its passion for PV.
Uganda greenlights inaugural 10 MW solar plant
The PV installation will be developed by Dubai’s Access Power MEA and once complete will become the largest independent power project in sub-Saharan Africa.
First Solar takes strategic step into residential solar market
The U.S. thin-film giant has acquired an equity stake in Clean Energy Collective as it looks to branch out into community solar.
