World's largest merchant solar project goes online in Chile
Etrion and SunPower have completed Project Salvador in Northern Chile, five months ahead of schedule. At 70 MW this the largest solar plant in the world which sells the electricity it generates on the spot market.
IEA review highlights Morocco's progress towards energy transition
The country is aiming to install 2 GW of solar power by 2020. In the past two decades, the country has increased the access to electricity among its population from 18% to 98%.
Round-the-world solar flight taxiing towards take off
The Solar Impulse story will enter its second chapter in March next year as it attempts to circumnavigate the globe using only the power of the sun.
Chinese PV glass maker sets up shop in Dubai
Chang Zhou Almaden will open its new $30 million PV glass factory and training center in the emirate, where it plans to produce up to 400,000 PV panels annually.
IHS acquires NPD's Solarbuzz, DisplaySearch
The two businesses will be integrated into the IHS Technology division and position the group as a global provider of displays research and solar market information, according to IHS President and CEO Scott Key.
UK: DECC community solar backing prompts STA 10 commitments amendment
Voluntary agreement by the Department of Energy and Climate Change to explore opportunities for community-backed solar farms triggers revision of STA’s solar commitments.
Germany: PV growth drops to lowest level since February 2011
The demand for photovoltaic systems in Germany reached a new low in September with 110 MW. Nevertheless, solar subsidies continue to decrease. November feed-in tariff rates for rooftop systems up to 500 kW range between 10.98 and 12.62 eurocents per kilowatt hour.
German wholesaler Energiebau files for insolvency
The Cologne District Court has ordered the opening of preliminary insolvency proceedings for the photovoltaic wholesaler. The provisional administrator is reviewing the state of the company. The management is eager to find a solution for its long-term survival.
Aside from problems with Russia, Ukraine offers top conditions for PV
Ukraine has emerged as an ambiguous destination for PV. It provides some eye-catching tariffs and boasts very good solar irradiation. If only political risks did not exist.
Enel takes quarter of capacity in Brazil's solar auction
The Italian developer plans to build 254 MW of solar PV in the state of Bahia, which will require a $400 million investment.
