Brazil: PV must become more affordable
Photovoltaic energy could have a more robust role to play in Brazils energy sector if the cost of this technology continue to fall, according to the new Decennial Plan for Energy Expansion until 2021, published by Brazils state-run energy research company (EPE).
MiaSolé sold for US$30 million
Consolidation of the photovoltaic industry is continuing at pace, with Californian-CIGS manufacturer MiaSolé the latest to be sold at bargain-basement prices. The San Francisco Chronicle published the news over the weekend that the company is set to be sold to the Hanergy Holding Group, with the deal to close on October 31.
SunEdison sells 30 MW Nevada project
A deal that will see the 30 MW Spectrum Solar project, in Clark County, Nevada, sold to the Southern Company and Turner Renewable Energy has been announced by SunEdison. Construction will begin on the project in October and is scheduled to be completed by Q2 2013.
Ex-Im Bank provides loan for 1.4 MW Caribbean solar project
Ex-Im Bank has provided a US$6.4 million loan guarantee to finance the export of solar modules from SolarWorld Americas in the U.S. to St. Thomas, Barbados.
Bosch responds to solar exit rumours
Bosch has sent mixed signals today about coverage that it may be about to withdraw from the solar industry. The company has distanced itself from the headlines, but equally has not denied them.
Schott Solar announces further job cuts
Following its exit from the crystalline silicon photovoltaic module and wafer business, Schott Solar AG has announced further job cuts.
US: Congress members urge PV trade case loophole to be closed
Eight U.S. Congress members have written to the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), urging it to close a loophole, whereby Chinese photovoltaic manufacturers can export modules containing cells manufactured in countries outside of China, to the U.S.
Mixed feelings as 27th EU PVSEC closes its doors
The EU PVSEC tradeshow closed its doors today in Frankfurt after four days of presentations, product launches and meetings. Feedback on the event has been mixed, with some reporting very slow trade and questioning the need for the show going forward. Meanwhile, others saw opportunities in the fact that previously busy schedules were less than full.
Sharp declines to comment on solar scale back
Rumors have emerged that Sharp is looking to dramatically scale-back its solar business, with photovoltaic production closures expected in the U.K. and the U.S. The Japanese company is remaining tight lipped, however.
Morocco: ACWA selected for Ouarzazate
The Moroccan Solar Energy Agency, MASEN, has decided upon the consortium led by the International Company for Water and Power (ACWA) for the 160 MW CSP plant near Ouarzazate.
