SunPower supplies 41 MW of panels for four French PV plants
The La Compagnie du Vent projects include the 12 MW Langele Solar Power Plant in in France’s Aquitaine region. The latest projects reunite SunPower and the GDF Suez subsidiary.
IEA report: Installed solar PV capacity reached 137 GW in 2013
The share of distributed PV markets rose to 55% for the first time in 2013. The IEA says the speed of PV development comes from its ability to cover most market segments, from very small individual systems to utility-scale power plants.
German PV equipment manufacturers see improved business
The VDMA Photovoltaic Equipment industry association says that while the current business climate provides a mixed picture, the revenue forecast for 2014 is positive.
France votes to cut nuclear reliance
France has taken a historic decision to curtail the nation’s reliance on nuclear energy while also approving an increase in renewable energy and energy saving targets.
Efficiency enhancements to define PV technology roadmap
In a new report, NPD Solarbuzz says opportunities exist for a variety of solar PV technologies, adding that panel power ratings are expected to constantly hit record levels of performance, provided efficiency enhancements are adequately prioritized.
UK solar and renewable energy associations go separate ways
The associations, which became affiliated in 2011, will again become independent next year. The groups say the move will allow them to focus on their core strengths.
Southern California Edison launches solicitation for mid-sized behind-the-meter solar PV
The utility’s RFO is the fourth in its Solar Photovoltaic Program, which is open to projects between 500 kW and 10 MW. Projects will connect through the SCE distribution grid.
REC Solar and SolarCity increase module supply deal to 220 MW
The supply agreement builds upon an earlier deal struck in June between the two companies, and extends right the way through 2015.
NextEnergy Solar share issue eyes $340m of UK PV projects
The fund has set a 250 million share placement program that will enable it to develop up to 186 MW of solar capacity in the U.K.
BPVA launches UK schools solar rooftop initiative
The Powering Knowledge program has been jointly launched by Rated Solar Installer and the British Photovoltaic Association to help save schools more than $800m on energy bills.
