SolarCity posts third-quarter profit, 52% revenue increase
The U.S. company has reported a strong revenue increase from operating leases as well as a rise in solar system sales and expects to achieve a total of 278 MW deployed this year.
US Energy Department to slash red tape, spur solar deployment
The Solar Energy Industries Association has welcomed the Energy Department’s efforts to simplify, streamline and standardize legal processes for home and business owners to install solar systems.
SolarWorld closes in on deal for Bosch solar plant
The German solar giants have expressed an interest in acquiring Bosch’s solar panel plant in Arnstadt, Germany. An official announcement is expected this week.
SunEdison secures $185 million for South African project
The investment from Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) will fund the 60 MW Boshof Solar Park in the country’s Free State province.
DuPont breaks ground on 4.4 MW solar plant in France
The project, consisting of nearly 18,000 Jinko Solar panels, will be the largest solar installation so far built on DuPont land.
Leasing takes off Down Under
A range of PV players are launching a number of solar leasing programs in Australia. The development shows the evolution of the post-FIT market in the country.
EU Commission's guidance package on renewable energy receives EPIA backing
The European Photovoltaic Industry Association welcomed the Commission’s guidance on delivering an EU-wide internal electricity market, but called for further proposals on self-consumption of PV.
Solar installations in New Zealand increase by 370% in two years
The PV boom has created a solar sector worth NZ$40 million, with revenue growing at a rate of 100% and installed capacity reaching 8.2 MW.
European PV demand to rebound in 2014
Germany, the U.K., Italy and France will drive Europe’s PV recovery next year, forecasts NPD Solarbuzz. The countries will account for some 8 GW — more than 75% of Europe’s new solar capacity in 2014.
skytron energy awarded new 50 MW PV project in Romania
The German energy company has already installed 65 MW of PV capacity in the country across two plants, with this latest commission taking its presence in Romania to 115 MW.
