Paper solar cells: the future for PV?
Team of Chinese and U.S. researchers develops highly efficient paper solar cell made from inexpensive wood fiber.
South African firm starts CIGS production
PTiP opens R&D production line for thin film CIGS modules near Stellenbosch. German company Singulus supplied four process steps in the production line.
Future of solar bright in Russia
Russia is embracing solar power despite reduced government forecasts for PV development. Federal regions and neigboring CIS countries are ramping up ambitious PV plans.
Kazakhstan taps Germany's ecap Solutions for major solar development
Despite its major role as a global oil producer, Kazakhstan is increasingly adopting solar energy to meet domestic energy demand. Zhambyl Province is aiming for 300 MW by 2016.
GCL issues profit warning
Ambitious GCL has warned shareholders it expects another loss for 2013. Plans for 1 GW of project development are a sign of the company’s hopes 2014 will bring salvation.
JFE breaks ground on 26.2 MW solar plant in Fukushima
The plant will be located at a former golf club in the Japanese prefecture, with completion scheduled for March 2015.
Hopes for a CIGS boom in South Africa
Thin-film manufacturer PTiP and Germany’s Singulus have taken their first step in realizing an ambitious vision of creating a prosperous CIGS production industry in South Africa.
Yingli joint venture tops 100 MW of solar projects in China
The Chinese solar giant says its close cooperation with state-owned enterprises ensures long-term development of its downstream business across China.
Silicon Valley startup signs 1 MW of intelligent storage
Green Charge Networks’ intelligent energy storage solutions complement solar PV, electric vehicle charging and energy efficiency strategies.
Advanced Energy buys AEG control module business
The U.S.-based power conversion firm will contract AEG Power Solutions GmbH to manufacture modules at its factory in Germany.
