Ukraine adopts reduced PV tariffs
The Ukrainian government has officially adopted reduced tariff rates for photovoltaic systems. Consequently, all systems put into operation from April 1, 2013, will see tariffs decrease by between 16 and 27%.
Cyprus issues licenses for 23 PV parks
The Cypriot Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism has announced the results of its online tender with regards to the licensing of photovoltaic parks in the Republic of Cyprus.
Spain's Siliken files for insolvency
Valencia-based Siliken S.A., one of the largest players in the production of solar grade silicon and the manufacture of photovoltaic equipment in Spain, has filed for insolvency at the Commercial Court no. 1 in Valencia. Creditors are invited to communicate their claims in the 30 days following the statements publication on January 28.
Chile: Agreement for 100 MW plant in the Atacama desert
SunEdison and Chilean mining and steel group CAP have signed an agreement to develop a 100 MW PV power plant in the Atacama desert.
Japanese solar companies set to visit New Delhi
With foreign solar companies keen to enter the Indian market despite strict photovoltaic cell and module local content requirements, consultancy Bridge to India has arranged for prominent Japanese companies to meet with domestic photovoltaic developers.
Solar market remains 'stock-still'
Its okay to blink. Most of the solar market is going nowhere fast at least, nowhere that the risk-averse investor would want to be. The sector remains a challenging place to do business, as long as subsidies continue to shrink worldwide and panels remain plentiful. There are, however, some interesting opportunities, both downstream and (surprisingly) online.
Japan: Solar helps Panasonic trim costs
Electronics giant Panasonic has released its consolidated figures for the last three quarters of 2012, noting a fall in demand for photovoltaics and lithium-ion batteries in Europe.
Finland: Cencorp to open Finnish module production line
Finnish company Cencorp Corporation has bucked the global trend of PV manufacturers by announcing its intent to start a production line in Europe.
LDK Solar receives CBD loan for polysilicon upgrade
The China Development Bank Corporation (CDB) has approved a RMB 440 million (around US$70.7 million; 52.2 million) loan, which will be used towards a technology upgrade at LDK Solars Mahong Polysilicon Plant.
Credit Suisse provides $40 million loan to Canadian Solar
Credit Suisse has said it will provide Canadian Solar Inc. with a US$40 million loan. The funds will be used to acquire photovoltaic projects in Canada.
