Decision about German solar promotion this week
A proposal for the brought forward cuts of the photovoltaic feed-in tariffs in Germany is to be presented by the end of the week. The plans will be officially presented by the Minister of Environment tomorrow before noon. That was the word from governing party circles.
20.5 GWs of PV installations predicted for 2011
Latest estimates state that new photovoltaics (PV) installations grew by 130 percent last year to reach 17.5 gigawatts (GWs). This year, installations are forecast to hit 20.5 GWs, thus taking total installed capacity to 58 GWs.
BIPV to compensate for PV panel commoditization
A new report states that the photovoltaics (PV) industry is at a crossroads, with a growing realization that PV panels are becoming commoditized. But, it believes building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) could provide a strategic solution.
SMA posts record 2010 sales
SMA Solar Technology AG has announced it expects record sales of between 1.7 to 1.9 billion for 2010. Looking forward, the German inverter company says it hopes to achieve sales of 1.5 to 1.9 billion this year.
US solar market shows increased M&A activity
According to a new report, the U.S. greentech mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape posted a record year in 2010, with the solar sector displaying increased activity.
France releases PV initiative aimed at fighting Chinese competition
The French Government is looking to motivate its national photovoltaics (PV) industry through the introduction of a new R&D program, which is aimed at reducing Chinas grip on the global PV market.
Austria struggles with FIT limitations
Demand for photovoltaics (PV) in Austria is strong, but fears have been voiced over its restrictive subsidy quota, which has been exhausted up to and including 2019 for projects over five kilowatts peak (kWp).
Spains solar producers to take government to court
A Spanish association of solar power producers has announced its intention to go to court over the governments plans to cap solar subsidies.
Korea expected to pick up the PV pace
Explosive photovoltaics (PV) growth is expected in Asia in 2011, with Korea playing a leading role.
Evergreen Solar to close US solar panel manufacturing facility
Evergreen Solar, Inc. has announced it will close its Devens manufacturing facility in Massachusetts, the U.S. Around 800 employees are expected to be affected.
