US lawmakers call on Congress to extend renewable energy incentives
Among the 10 incentives set to expire are the Renewable Electricity Production Tax Credit (PTC) and the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), both of which have helped solar PV to flourish in the U.S.
GCL Poly negotiates supply contract resolution
The poly-manufacturer-turned-solar-developer has amended the terms of a contract to buy solar wafer manufacturing equipment. A claim had been lodged over an alleged breach of the $232 million agreement.
US Energy Department report examines storage
The U.S. Department of Energy report identifies the challenges facing the widespread use of storage solutions, including cost, safety and industry acceptance.
Belectric, Solar Frontier join forces
German plant developer Belectric has formed an EPC alliance with thin-film manufacturer Solar Frontier and engineering and construction firm Shoseki to exploit opportunities in Japan.
Spain's Grupo T-Solar completes 25 MW project in California
T-Solar is expanding its operations in the U.S. after winning a contract from the U.S. Department of Defense. It is also planning to build a 30 MW plant in Puerto Rico.
Orka completes 6.3 MW of projects in Belgium
The Belgian developer partnered with Martifer Solar and Cofely Solar Technics on the large-scale commercial rooftop installations in Brussels.
UK ratifies new WEEE regulations on PV recycling
The U.K.’s adaption of the EU’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive will come into force on January 1, 2014 in a move welcomed by PV Cycle.
Intersolar expands global events
The new series of Intersolar Summits will provide international companies with new ways of accessing up-and-coming growth markets.
Goldpoly to be renamed
Polysilicon manufacturer Goldpoly New Energy Holdings will rename itself the United Photovoltaics Group. The company’s Zhongli Changzhou subsidiary acquired a 45% stake in three Chinese plants at the weekend.
New 'super minister' to redefine Germany's energy transition
Sigmar Gabriel will head a combined economy and energy ministry in Germany’s new coalition government with a focus on lowering energy prices and boosting industrial output while rebooting the energy transition.
