Indian energy minister pledges renewables revolution
Piyush Goyal believes a solar-led transformation of India’s energy landscape is imminent, but warns coal use will also increase as the country expands its grid.
Pattern Development signs PPA for 104 MW solar project in Chile
The U.S. independent energy company has signed a long-term PPA for its first solar power project with Minera Los Pelambres, an affiliate of Antofagasta Minerals, for the 104 MW Conejo Solar project in Chile.
OPIC issues first green guaranties in climate-friendly milestone
The Overseas Private Investment Corporation’s green guaranties are intended to support climate-friendly investments around the world.
Scatec Solar completes IPO after delay
Following a sharp price cut in its shares this week, the Norwegian solar company has today completed its Initial Public Offering.
EU SmartFlex production line to make custom solar facades
Located in Lithuania, the new 50 MW capacity factory will manufacture individually designed solar facades on an industrial scale as part of an EU project.
Peak Development to distribute Ascent Solar portable products in UK
The Colorado-based solar company has crossed the Pond, tapping Peak Development to distribute its portable thin film EnerPlex consumer products in Britain.
Greensmith sees dramatic growth in grid-scale energy storage market
The leading California-based energy storage software provider is a key partner in 35 grid-scale projects across the U.S.
Brightsource, Abengoa scrap plans for controversial solar CSP project
Despite a recommendation of approval by regulators, the project company has abandoned its application for the 250 MW solar power tower project in the California desert. Palen drew fire from conservationists due to potential impacts on birds.
World Bank approves $519 million for 350 MW of solar CSP in Morocco
The second and third phases of the Noor project will include both parabolic trough and solar power tower CSP components. When complete this will be the largest single-site grouping of CSP projects in the world.
SunEdison begins production of electronic grade polysilicon using fluidized bed reactor technology
SunEdison’s high pressure fluidized bed reactor (HP-FBR) process produces high-purity polysilicon using 90% less energy than the dominant Siemens method. The company plans to ramp the plant to 13,500 metric tons annually in Q1 2015.
