Mixed reactions from the industry on anti-dumping duties [updated]
The European Commission announced its decision to push forth with the anti-dumping duties on Chinese PV imports into Europe yesterday (Tuesday) despite the wide opposition across the solar sector and the EU member states. 11.8% has been set as the start point and this will increase to 47.6%. Some applauded the decision while for others the alarms went off.
Mercoms quarterly report examines venture capital, market trends
Mercom Capital Group newly published Quarterly Solar Funding and M&A Report details the latest developments and trends in the photovoltaic market.
Cyprus to fund 2,000 PV households via net metering
Cyprus will fund rooftop PV system installations for 2,000 low-income households via the country’s net metering program.
PVA TePla to cut workforce
Upstream solar manufacturer PVA TePla will be adjusting its capacity and embarking on a cost reduction program. One key change to come is the reduction of its workforce in Wettenberg and Jena in Germany. The company specializes in crystal-growing systems for both the solar and semiconductor industries.
EU import tariffs of up to 67.9% as of August
The European Commission released further details today on the import tariffs on Chinese crystalline photovoltaic imports it announced on June 4.
Conergy reaches 1 MW mark in Spain with competitive grid parity projects
German PV group Conergy has reached the 1 MW mark in Spain with competitive grid parity projects. The company is rolling out similar projects around the globe as competitive systems make PV increasingly attractive.
Canadian Solar branches into South America
Module manufacturer Canadian Solar has opened a new sales and business development office in Sao Paulo, Brazil. With this step the company aims to expand its sales network and regional customer service in South America.
TOP NEWS: EC imposes 11.8% anti-dumping duties on Chinese PV imports
The European Commission imposed punitive anti-dumping duties on Chinese PV imports to Europe on Tuesday despite broad industry-wide opposition. The industry expresses its views to pv magazine.
South Africa: 96 MW Jasper project financing successfully closed
A consortium consisting of SolarReserve, the Kensani Group, and Intikon Energy has successfully closed project financing for the Jasper Solar Energy Project, a 96MW solar photovoltaic project. The project is located in the Northern Cape in South Africa near Kimberly.
'Nothing to see here' insists REC CFO
CFO of Norwegian manufacturer REC confirms the EGM called for June 24 is solely for housekeeping matters.
