California regulators approve net metering 2.0
The California Public Utilities Commission has narrowly ruled in favor of a successor program to net metering in the state, which looks generally similar to the original program.
UK awards £40 million in funding to boost EVs
The U.K. government has awarded £40 million to four British cities to support the spread of electrical and low-emission vehicles. Supported projects include car-charging street lighting and zones offering free parking and traffic priority to plug-in and low-emission cars. The initiative is seen as another step towards the smart energy revolution.
Juwi expands in MEA region, taps new leadership
The German company’s Dubai-based subsidiary is building a major solar project in Jordan and working on a wind-solar plant in Bahrain and recently appointed new execs to helm the division, which is focusing on the Middle East and Africa.
China Cinda may join Yingli's debt restructuring
The state-owned asset management company could help Yingli sell off assets.
SoloPower Systems completes first commercial-scale deployment in South Africa
The factory rooftop project used the Oregon company’s CIGS thin-film solar technology in the installation, which required no power tools, racking or special handling. The ultra-light weight photovoltaic modules are up to 85% lighter than traditional PV panels.
Solarcentury builds first solar farm in Germany
The leading U.K. solar company partnered with local firm Sybac Solar on the project, made possible by Germany’s new auction tariff for ground-mounted installations. The company said its strong EPC expertise underpins its international growth.
GSA taps Solaria for Green Proving Ground program
The PV module technologies provider will participate in the U.S. government program, which evaluates innovative sustainable building technologies.
Solar companies lose the 1st international legal ruling over Spanish feed-in tariff cuts
The companies who brought the suit must also pay around 1.2 million in legal costs and administrative expenses to the Spanish state.
Oaktree acquires Solarrus
The investment is set to bolster the leading U.S. O&M services group and provides Oaktree with a foothold in “a nascent industry with enormous growth potential.” Solarrus has also appointed a new chief executive.
German-made PV modules lead among local installers
German-made PV modules make up the four top leading brands among German PV installers, according to the latest European PV InstallerMonitor. Direct procurement from manufacturers, however, is on the decline.
