US: 13.2% annual solar jobs growth
Figures released today by the Solar Foundation show that while job growth remains slow in much of the U.S. economy, the solar industry continues to shine with 13.2% annual growth in the last year. The figures were measured in a census measuring employment growth in solar between September 2011 and September 2012.
Interview: "The future of PV has just begun"
JA Solars CEO, Peng Fang supports the goal of 300 GW/a globally by 2025. pv magazine talked to Fang in Singapore about his views on the bright future for photovoltaics.
SunPowers Q3 loss exceeds expectations
California based vertically integrated photovoltaic manufacturer SunPower has posted a GAAP net loss for the third quarter (Q3) 2012 of US$48.5 million. Sales fell eight percent, to $649 million, from $651 million in the second quarter (Q2).
UK Energy Bill could be put back
The U.K. government’s controversial Energy Bill, which was expected to be debated in Parliament on Monday November 5, is likely to be delayed until later in the month following the furore that erupted yesterday between the Secretary of State and newly-appointed Energy Minister.
Indonesia set to challenge Thailand in PV stakes
Indonesia, with its thousands of scattered islands and consequent off-grid photovoltaics demand, is set to challenge the traditional dominance of Thailand in the South East Asian region over the next four years, according to a report by IMS Research.
Germany considers keeping EEG
The German Liberals and Monopolies Commission have come out in favor of a photovoltaic quota system, instead of the current EEG. However, Free Democratic Party (FDP) leader, Philipp Rösler, and the German Cabinet have rejected the proposals.
China launches EU polysilicon anti-dumping investigation
According to reports, Chinas Ministry of Commerce has launched an investigation into European imports of solar grade polysilicon.
International agreement intended to kick off Desertec
According to media reports, five countries are looking to push ahead with the Desertec initiative. This month, a letter of intent is expected to be signed. Meanwhile, RWE is said to be planning to build a solar and wind farm in Morocco.
Siemens will significantly scale PV inverter business back
A spokesperson has told pv magazine Siemens will “significantly” scale its inverter business back in 2013, due to the weakening demand for photovoltaic components. Meanwhile, the company has provided two reasons for its solar scale back.
China: Pushing for PV consolidation
Chinas central government is said to be pushing for photovoltaic consolidation in its domestic industry. This, photovoltaic storage solutions, and balancing cost and quality control were some of the key themes at Solarpraxis first PV Module and PV Power Plant Workshop China 2012.
