Silicor raises US$105 million to support UMG polysilicon in Iceland
Silicor is planning to build the world’s largest upgraded metallurgical-grade (UMG) polysilicon plant in Iceland, but still must raise more funding before starting construction.
India: ABB secures $18 million in solar-related orders
The Swiss engineering giant’s biggest project is Adani Group’s 648 MW PV plant in the southeastern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Earlier this year ABB became the first company in the country to deliver solar inverters with a cumulative capacity of 2 GW.
Trina not ruling yieldco out, addresses criticism
Last week, Trina said it will spin off its downstream solar PV project business, most likely under a “growthco,” due to FIT payment and grid connection issues in China. Responding to questions by pv magazine, the company has said, however, it is not ruling out the establishment of a yieldco, if the government steps up.
Genscape buys Locus Energy
With the addition of the PV monitoring and data analytics company, Genscape — part of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc conglomerate — will expand its operations into the burgeoning solar sector.
Genscape buys Locus Energy
With the addition of the PV monitoring and data analytics company, Genscape — part of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc conglomerate — will expand its operations into the burgeoning solar sector.
PowerFin, CPS Energy launch rooftop solar program in San Antonio
The program makes participation in solar energy more accessible, affordable and available to a much broader base of the Texas city’s residential and business setor, according to the companies.
Intersolar launches Middle East event
Intersolar has said it will hold its first Middle East event next year in conjunction with GulfSol. Like its international counterparts, Intersolar Middle East will feature a conference and exhibition.
California: EPRI, SunEdison partner on net-zero energy home pilot project
The program will be crucial in evaluating how net-zero energy homes that generate and store their own energy impact the local electricity grid. California is aiming to have all new homes net-zero starting in 2020, and all new commercial buildings by 2030.
Court throws out SunPower lawsuit against SunEdison
SunPower Corps lawsuit against SunEdsion Inc. has been dismissed, with the Northern District of California court stating that SunPower failed to adequately plead a claim.
Solar Power International day 1: Optimism or denial?
Strong attendance at the largest solar trade show in the U.S. reflects record deployment and optimism based on falling costs and industry progress. But with ITC expiration around the corner, questions remain as to whether the industry is being realistic.
