Canadian Solar opens microgrid testing center
The new facility at Guelph, Ontario, is part of the company’s Total Solutions downstream business. The testing center was part-funded by the Ontario Ministry of Energy.
SolarCity to sell low-cost PV systems in Best Buy
Entrepreneur Elon Musk’s solar leasing company will roll out a new sales approach at 60 Best Buy stores across the U.S.
Austria follows German lead on solar self-consumption fee
The Austrian Ministry of Finance has introduced a grid fee for PV systems that produce more than 5,000 kWh per year.
Exosun to supply trackers to 12 MW solar PV plant in France
The solar tracking company has agreed a supply deal with French renewable energy company Fonroche Energie for its Le Betout PV plant.
Hanwha SolarOne losses shrink amid soaring shipments
Solid demand from Japan and China saw the solar company end 2013 on a high, forecasting further growth for 2014.
US anti-subsidy decision on China extended to June 2
The Department of Commerce pushes back the decision date, citing the complexity of the issues.
Solar revival sparking next-gen tech revolution, says IHS
The analysts anticipate advanced PV technologies to find their way into the mainstream this year as solar capital expenditure bounces back.
GTAT agrees $336 million polysilicon supply deal in Malaysia
The U.S.-based diversified technology company will provide equipment and technology for a 25,000 MTA production facility in Sarawak.
Chile to add two new solar PV plants totaling 240 MW
First Solar secures approval for 162 MW project, while Irish developer Mainstream Renewable Power inks 88 MW deal.
NextEra Energy wins approval for 750 MW Californian solar park
Approval for the 4,400-acre McCoy Solar Energy Project in Riverside County has finally been granted by county supervisors.
