Powerway lays foundation for 3 MW Chilean farm
While eager to exploit Chile’s excellent radiation conditions, Powerway is also looking to expand operations throughout Latin America in markets like Brazil, Costa Rica and Argentina.
South Africa picks six preferred bidders for 450 MW of solar
In the third round of the country’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Programme, South Africa has awarded some 1.47 GW of RE capacity to 17 bidders.
Suntech receives $150 million letter of intent
A rescue of Suntech appears to be at hand. Investment group Wuxi Guolian may combine its related businesses with Suntech, possibly as joint ventures, if a deal is signed.
GP Renewables to buy $15 million of east coast solar systems
The Manhattan-based energy services company hopes their investment will reinvigorate the region’s Solar Renewable Energy Credit program.
Swaziland to construct 100 MW solar farm
The new $185 million PV installation will be the first of its kind in the southern African nation, generating clean power at $0.12 per kWh.
Walmart leads nation in commercial solar use
The solar craze that has engulfed America is clearly evident among leading U.S. companies that have embraced PV in an effort to maintain efficiency and lower energy costs.
Manz secures 20.8% CIGS cell technology
The Baden-Württemberg Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research (ZSW) has announced the production of a world record efficiency 20.8% CIGS cell. Equipment supplier Manz has secured exclusive rights to the technology in its CIGSfab.
Exclusive: Enel acquires more than 100 MW in Greece
In a move so far kept strictly under wraps, Italian utility company Enel has purchased licenses to build 102.5 MW of new solar PV parks in Greece.
ABB supplies inverters for 17 MW Israeli plants
The central inverters have successfully fed power to Israel’s power distribution network, delivering approximately 26-28 MWh of clean energy a year.
DuPont, Heraeus settle patent dispute
DuPont and Heraeus Precious Metals North America Conshohocken LLC have announced the settlement of pending lawsuits regarding the photovoltaic paste business.
