GCL-SI signs Mexican distribution deal with DMSolar
GCL System Integration (GCL-SI) did not disclose the financial terms of the master distribution agreement, under which Guadalajara-based DMSolar will offer the Chinese PV maker’s components, as well as its GCL-P6/60 and GCL-P6/72 panels.
Foresight Solar Fund annual results show impressive growth
The investment company, which focuses on operating ground-mount solar assets in the UK achieved total revenue of GBP 34.2 million (US$ 42.7 million).
MENA’s 2017 solar PV pipeline grows to 4 GW, says MESIA
Middle East Solar Industry Association’s Solar Outlook Report 2017 suggests more than 5.7 GW of solar power – including concentrated solar power – is in the pipeline for the region, with 2017 poised to be strongest year yet.
EPS, Toshiba to finish 3 MW Tasmania microgrid project in Q1
Paris-based Electro Power Systems (EPS) expects to commission the PV-powered project in the first quarter.
BE Clean Energy to install 50 MW in eastern China
Beijing Enterprises Clean Energy (BECE) has signed a development agreement with the authorities in Weishan county, Shandong province, to build the solar project in the city of Jining.
German Police detain PV module thieves
Four men have been arrested on suspicion of theft, after an extensive investigation by German and Polish Police forces. The men are said to have broken into solar parks in several German states in order to steal modules and inverters.
Yingli again faces prospect of NYSE delisting
The Chinese PV module supplier has 90 days to regain compliance with the listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange, according to a letter it received last week from the market regulator.
REC Silicon posts Q4 2016 revenue increase, expects strong H1 2017 for polysilicon market
The Norwegian silicon producer increased its fourth quarter revenues by $30 million on Q3, and forecasts rising demand for polysilicon in China ahead of the country’s July FIT decrease.
Developing countries leading the way in sustainable energy policies, finds World Bank report
In scoring the sustainable energy policies of 111 countries, the World Bank finds that nations such as Mexico, China, India and Brazil are emerging as leaders in the field, delivering robust policies that support energy access.
DSM acquires Chinese backsheet manufacturer Sunshine
The Dutch science-based company has announced plans to expand its product portfolio for solar, with the acquisition of China based Suzhou SunShine New Materials Technology (Sunshine), a manufacturer of PV backsheets.
