Abengoa boosts net profit as operations expand in North America
The Spanish group continued its global diversification in the first half of 2014, achieving 39% of its revenue from North America and 25% from South America.
Enphase Energy, Vivint Solar sign three-year supply deal
The companies have extended their existing inverter supply agreement aimed at the U.S. residential solar rooftop segment.
JinkoSolar to build 500 MW PV project in Zhejiang, China
The ambitious $813 million, five-year project in the city of Lishui will include both distributed and ground-mounted installations. The company aims to build up to 100 MW of capacity a year.
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.
