Photon Energy employs German tech for pilot project Down Under
The group has secured funding from the German government to design, install and operate a PV battery power supply for a broadcast antenna in Australia operated by communications infrastructure provider BAI.
US federal government tips solar for leading energy role
The Energy Information Administration’s generation projections through to 2040 expect solar power to account for nearly half of new renewable energy capacity.
Thailand dusts off renewable energy plans as unrest subsides
Recent political clashes pushed renewable energy to the back burner, but the new energy boss plans to reignite the sector.
Dubai offers $1 million solar solution prize to tackle water shortage
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will award $1 million to any research institute that devises a solar-powered way to solve the region’s water scarcity.
Bank of Philippines funds ThomasLloyd solar joint venture
The financing agreement is seen as key to helping San Carlos Solar Energy deliver a larger portfolio of projects to meet the Philippines’ growing needs for daytime power and to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
Greenpower Capital expands landowner solar program in Japan
The company can analyze sites and find ways to build solar parks on land where landowners may not realize it’s possible, says Greenpower Capital Senior Vice President Jeff Talbert.
Tata launches Indian finance plan for solar customers
The solar manufacturer will partner with Bajaj Finance to offer interest-free financing for solar installations costing less than $4,000.
BYD to set up shop in Brazil
The Chinese industrial giant is investing $90 million in its first factory in Brazil. The facility will manufacture electric buses and batteries as well as solar panels and energy storage systems.
Clean Edge: Hawaii leads the United States in shift to solar
The company’s latest report shows solar representing the largest amount of peak capacity in Hawaii, but California is still the leader overall in clean technology and investment.
Silicor to build its first large-scale polysilicon facility in Iceland
The solar silicon producer is in currently in negotiations with the government of Iceland over incentives, and expects to break ground later in 2014.
