Russia could install up to 2 GW of PV by 2020
It has been said that Russia has the potential to add between one and two gigawatts (GW) of newly installed photovoltaic capacity by 2020.
Big interest in Malaysia's PV FIT
At the Renewable Energy World Asia conference, which opened today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, it has been revealed that there have been a large number of enquiries ahead of Malaysias new feed-in tariff (FIT) scheme’s implementation.
US: Governor Brewer highlights Arizonas solar opportunities in China
pv magazine caught up with Arizonas Governor Jan Brewer in Shanghai, China, where she was busy leading a team of Arizona government officials and business leaders to encourage Chinese businesses to invest in the U.S. state.
Bosch to enter PV inverter business
It has been reported that Bosch, looking to enter the photovoltaic inverter business, has created a new subsidiary.
Suntech refutes accusations of Chinese dumping prices
Recent comments made by SolarWorlds Frank Asbeck claiming that the Chinese solar companies are selling their wares at dumping prices, driving others out of the market has created some ripples, with Suntech refuting the comment. And amidst the continuing growth in China, some U.S. companies are seeing a slump, post-Solyndra meltdown.
Oversupply maintained into next year
The latest Solarbuzz Quarterly report issued today states that continued solar module overproduction will lead to sustained price pressure across global photovoltaic markets already reeling from factory gate prices that are now down 33 percent year over year (Y/Y).
SEMI reports weak PV equipment demand
In another sign of trying times for photovoltaics, manufacturing industry association SEMI has reported that the book-to-bill ratio for equipment manufacturers has fallen below parity. This indicates that supply is exceeding demand.
Walmart goes solar in California
Major U.S. discount retailer Walmart has announced plans to expand the number of its stores featuring photovoltaic installations by 60. This means 75 percent of Walmart stores in California will have solar arrays.
40 percent efficiency goal of NASA-sponsored research
An American research team has received funding to fabricate and test photovoltaic cells with an efficiency of 40 percent or more.
Hanwha SolarOne secures loan for expansion
Chinese-based cell and module manufacturer Hanwha SolarOne has secured a USD$100 million loan from the Standard Chartered Bank and Korea Development Bank.
