$100m renewables fund for sub-Saharan Africa
The African Renewable Energy Fund closed its first round of capital raising with $100 million in the bank. The fund hopes to double the amount available for 5-50 MW schemes within 12 months.
Hanwha, almost, turns a profit
The Chinese ingot, wafer, cell and module manufacturer posted another loss in its latest figures. But the Hanwha CEO is preparing to expand production capacity to meet demand.
Canadian Solar opens microgrid testing center
The new facility at Guelph, Ontario, is part of the company’s Total Solutions downstream business. The testing center was part-funded by the Ontario Ministry of Energy.
SunShot invests $2.2m in three solar start-ups
The Department of Energy’s Incubator program has announced the recipients of its eighth round of awards. Belmont-based CelLink Corp says it can reduce panel manufacturing costs by 10%.
SolarCity to sell low-cost PV systems in Best Buy
Entrepreneur Elon Musk’s solar leasing company will roll out a new sales approach at 60 Best Buy stores across the U.S.
Austria follows German lead on solar self-consumption fee
The Austrian Ministry of Finance has introduced a grid fee for PV systems that produce more than 5,000 kWh per year.
Exosun to supply trackers to 12 MW solar PV plant in France
The solar tracking company has agreed a supply deal with French renewable energy company Fonroche Energie for its Le Betout PV plant.
Hanwha SolarOne losses shrink amid soaring shipments
Solid demand from Japan and China saw the solar company end 2013 on a high, forecasting further growth for 2014.
US anti-subsidy decision on China extended to June 2
The Department of Commerce pushes back the decision date, citing the complexity of the issues.
Solar revival sparking next-gen tech revolution, says IHS
The analysts anticipate advanced PV technologies to find their way into the mainstream this year as solar capital expenditure bounces back.
