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REC sees boost in Japan but US business in danger due to trade dispute

While Japan is becoming increasingly important for REC’s solar panel division, the ongoing trade dispute between the U.S. and China is endangering the group’s polysilicon business in Washington.

US government to hold auction for solar projects in Colorado

The U.S. government’s Bureau of Land Management is launching its first Solar Energy Zone auction this fall — part of the Obama administration’s push to increase renewable energy development on federal lands.

Delhi to introduce net metering

Solar supporters are applauding the decision of the Delhi government to introduce a net metering system that will reward solar producers on a monthly basis.

Two solar farms to go up in Australian Capital Territory

Following a government auction, two utility-scale solar plants are set to be built in the territory, providing a combined capacity of 23 MW.

Solar PV power output in Italy hits unprecedented high

Solar PV scored an unprecedented amount of electricity output, increasing its contribution to Italy’s energy mix to 7.3% of the total electricity demand in the first seven months of the year.

Positive signals from Trina, Yingli and Jinko Solar

Analysts from IHS see the second quarter of 2013 as a turning point. Leading Chinese PV manufacturers have posted very positive quarterly figures and markedly improved prospects. The recovery is not expected to be short lived.

Canadian Solar announces $50 million stock offering

Vertically integrated solar manufacturer Canadian Solar company plans to raise up to US$50 million through share sale.

Orkney hosts UK's first 2 MW energy storage trial

The Scottish islands are to host a 2 MW lithium-ion battery storage trial after a lengthy previous test in Nagasaki, Japan.

Chile's Atacama region proves major attraction for developers

Chilean officials say the high interest for solar energy development confirms excellent solar radiation conditions in the region, which looks set to add seven major new projects totalling 658 MW.

US Interior Department approves new solar zone in California

As part of the Obama administration’s clean energy goals, the U.S. Interior Department has established a new Renewable Energy Evaluation Area that could result in the development of more than 3.3 GW of solar capacity.

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