European PV demand to rebound in 2014
Germany, the U.K., Italy and France will drive Europe’s PV recovery next year, forecasts NPD Solarbuzz. The countries will account for some 8 GW — more than 75% of Europe’s new solar capacity in 2014.
skytron energy awarded new 50 MW PV project in Romania
The German energy company has already installed 65 MW of PV capacity in the country across two plants, with this latest commission taking its presence in Romania to 115 MW.
Southern Power to acquire 20 MW California solar plant
Southern Power is partnering with Ted Turner’s Turner Renewable Energy on the Kern County project, which will be built, operated and maintained by SunEdison.
Suntech files for liquidation
Suntech says it is seeking protection and time to complete negotiations and wrap up its restructuring efforts after agreeing to sell its main assets to Jiangsu Shunfeng.
Largest PV plant in Japan goes online
The 70 MW solar power plant will be run by the Kagoshima Mega Solar Power Corporation and boasts technology from German solar inverter company SMA.
US investors take a shine to solar
The U.S. solar equity markets enjoyed an upswing in October, driven by a substantial number of utility scale projects in the pipeline and advances in technology.
SunPower acquires panel-cleaning technology company Greenbotics
The acquisition of the robotic solar panel cleaning technology — which reduces water usage and improves LCOE — enhances SunPower’s energy services portfolio.
Canadian Solar improves third-quarter forecast
Following the completion and sales of solar parks, the Ontario-based company is now predicting increased shipments and higher margins. It will also supply 100 MW of panels to a new project in China.
juwi connects commercial clean energy scheme to UK grid
Renewable energy project now provides Kings Lynn-based KL Technologies with 80% of its power requirements.
Desert Solar to showcase Saudi Arabia's grand plan
Taking place in the Saudi capital of Riyadh, the industry confab brings together global industry representatives and established local players eager to exploit the country’s abundant solar resourcs.
