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CIPV Expo 2011 in review: Growth on the agenda The CIPV Expo 2011 took place last week in Beijing, China. With big ambitions for the future, thin film and building-integrated photovoltaics were a key focus. Switzerland and the U.S. were also prominently featured.
Eckhart Gouras
Apr 11, 2011
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VC solar funding soars The first quarter of this year has seen strong venture capital (VC) funding in the solar sector, having increased almost three fold from the fourth quarter of 2010. Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity is also strong.
Becky Beetz
Apr 11, 2011
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Meyer Burger sets its sights on Roth & Rau Meyer Burger Technology AG has acquired an 11.3 percent stake in Roth & Rau AG, and has announced a voluntary public takeover offer of €22 for each remaining share held by public shareholders.
Becky Beetz
Apr 10, 2011
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UK: IMS believes government favoring nuclear over solar IMS Research has accused the UK Government of turning its back on solar. The company says reducing tariffs and limiting support to small-scale installations will create nothing more than a niche industry. It adds that the country “has made it clear” nuclear is a viable energy option.
Becky Beetz
Apr 10, 2011
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PV: Shifting demand and falling financial incentives A new report has found that 2011 and 2012 will “remain challenging” for the photovoltaic industry. It also expects the market to flatten out during the period. Shifting demand and falling financial incentives are key issues.
pv magazine
Apr 10, 2011
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Satcon Q1 results fall below expectations Although Satcon Technology Corporation expects a four-fold increase in its first quarter 2011 revenue over the same period last year, financial figures have fallen below initial expectations.
Becky Beetz
Apr 07, 2011
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Roth & Rau suffers earnings loss; believes turnkey is in decline Roth & Rau AG has suffered the first ever earnings loss in its 20-year history, despite increasing sales during the 2010 financial year by 44.2 percent. Looking ahead, the company predicts modest sales increases. Meanwhile, it believes the turnkey business is in decline.
pv magazine
Apr 07, 2011
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Survey highlights risk of changing UK solar policy A new survey has shown the number of renewable electricity projects in the south west of England has rapidly increased: photovoltaic installations comprise the lion’s share. However, it says proposed policy changes are risking further growth.
Becky Beetz
Apr 06, 2011
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SunShot Initiative receives $112.5 million boost The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has said up to $112.5 million in funding will be made available to select projects across five years, to support the development of U.S. photovoltaic-related manufacturing processes.
Becky Beetz
Apr 05, 2011