Wirsol Solar UK renamed Conergy West Sussex
Originally part of the now defunct German group Wirsol, the British unit was acquired by Conergy in January. Robert Goss will now head both Conergy subsidiaries in the U.K.
Canadian Solar reports very strong Q2 results on record shipments
The Canadian-Chinese module maker and developer grew its revenues and margins during the second quarter, with record PV module shipments of 646 MW. Canadian Solar also has a strong project pipeline going forward.
Brits in thrall to solar as PV tops power desirability chart
U.K.’s Department of Energy and Climate Change public opinion tracker finds support for solar stands at 82% while backing for fracking wanes.
Brazilian local content rules could spur domestic industry
In an effort to shore up local PV manufacturing, Brazil’s development bank has set local content requirements for solar projects which it will finance in Brazil’s first national solar-only auction.
UK hits 5 GW solar PV capacity
NPD Solarbuzz figures find that 90% of U.K. capacity was installed in the past three years. FIT-driven, small-scale systems account for 42% of all installation capacity.
London Mayor aims swipe at UK chancellor's lack of support for green economy
As Boris Johnson throws his hat into the ring for a seat following next year’s general election, the outspoken mayor has criticized the U.K. chancellor’s stance on environmental policies.
Trina Solar to add 49.9 MW to UK solar portfolio
Trina to develop utility-scale solar park in the U.K., adding to the 23.8 MW PV capacity the company has already installed in the country.
Seven North Carolina solar farms set for Canadian Solar modules
Deal sees Canadian Solar supply 44 MW of its high efficient modules to seven solar forms in North Carolina before the end of the year.
ReneSola back in black as shipments grow 15%
Increased revenue and an improved margin helped push the Chinese group back to profitability thanks in large part to improved global operations and successful cost reductions.
Unlicensed PV sector could propel Turkey to 10 GW by 2023
Senior energy experts in the country expect a bright future for Turkey’s solar industry, driven largely by the unlicensed PV segment.
