France: New joint research laboratory for PV polymers
A new public-private mixed research laboratory dedicated to the development of polymer materials for photovoltaic (PV) module technologies has been set up in France.
Angola turning to PV
Following rapid growth in the country over the past few years, Angola is increasingly turning to renewable energy. Due to its cost effectiveness, photovoltaics (PV) is an attractive option.
Canadian government investing CAD$3.9 million in solar
The city of Colwood in British Columbia, Canada is to implement a community-scale solar project following a CAD$3.9 million investment from the countrys Clean Energy Fund.
A slight hope in Spain
Spains Congress has passed the law which intents to cut the number of full load hours for existing photovoltaics (PV) installations reactively. Now the Senate may achieve some palliative corrections.
US President sets lofty clean energy goal
In his State of the Union address this week, U.S. President Barack Obama said he was counting on solar energy as a key resource for the nations energy supply.
Italys 2010 PV installations surpass expectations
Italy has officially* reported today that 1,850 megawatts (MWs) of new photovoltaics (PV) systems were installed in 2010, substantially exceeding industry estimates.
Growth potential for PV recycling
Delegates at the 2nd International Conference on PV Module Recycling, held yesterday in Madrid, Spain were hoping to hear that photovoltaic (PV) recycling efforts had increased since last years conference.
Germany looking to capture PV recycling market
Two towns in Germany have joined forces to encourage photovoltaics (PV) recycling firms to set up shop in their area, after identifying a gap in the market.
India to implement pilot project in Egypt
In a bid to enhance bilateral cooperation and to motivate the Indian private sector to participate in developing renewable energy sectors, India has signed a MoU with Egypt.
Ontario ranks high for PV
Ontario has moved ahead of New Jersey to take second place in North American solar photovoltaic (PV) rankings for 2010. The first place is still held by California, but the current rate of growth in Ontario could rival the sunny state this year.
