Chinese suppliers solidify module dominance, finds IHS
World’s leading makers of PV modules strengthened their position at the apex of the market last year, with Yingli Green Energy leading the way.
Yingli Solar signs contract for 30 MW PV projects in Turkey
The Chinese solar company has partnered with local firm Tekno Ray Solar to develop 30 MW of PV projects throughout the country.
JinkoSolar to supply 37.2 MW of modules for Californian solar park
Two solar projects in San Bernadino, Lone Valley Solar Parks I and II, will receive the Chinese manufacturer’s high efficiency panels.
Midsummer enjoys 192% revenue turnaround in 2013
The CIGS production line supplier tripled its revenue last year, returning to the black after a difficult 2012.
Sunways AG announces sale of solar inverter business
News comes just one week after an offer to purchase the inverter business was lodged, and mere days after a German court opened insolvency proceedings.
Global polysilicon market on course for 15% increase
Researchers at Bloomberg New Energy Finance expect global sales of polysilicon to top $6 billion this year, fuelled by demand from China and Japan.
JinkoSolar announces 100 MW Chile supply deal
The Chinese solar company has agreed to supply modules for two PV projects in Chile’s Atacama Desert region.
Solon ends production in Berlin and opens new office
According to IG Metall (Industrial Union of Metalworkers), the majority of the remaining 150 Solon employees will lose their jobs.
NRG Energy, MidAmerican complete 290 MW PV facility
Designed and built by First Solar, the Agua Calienta installation uses the company’s advanced thin-film modules. The plant will provide energy to customers of Pacific Gas & Electric.
Hanwha SolarOne appoints Nam to top post
Former Samsung exec Seong-woo Nam becomes the South Korean group’s new chairman and CEO.
