Sungrow enters downstream solar market with 600 MW, $939 million investment
Following the module manufacturers lead, Chinas largest inverter manufacturer, Sungrow, is entering the downstream solar business, having signed an agreement with the Chaohu municipal government in east China to develop up to 600 MW of PV plants on agricultural land.
SunEdison fires TerraForm Power President & CEO Domenech, shifts board
The company’s management changes follow a shift in strategy, with an attempt to be more boring after rapid growth spooked investors.
Turkey: New directive sees import duties on solar modules
Turkey has issued a new directive, which will see solar modules charged an import tax of around US$125, determined by weight. The new regulation will apply to all PV manufacturers outside of Turkey from December 19.
Alberta sets 30% renewable energy goal by 2030
Under new leadership, the province which hosts the heart of Canada’s oil sands industry will replace coal generation with renewables by 2030.
New York to get half its electricity from renewable energy by 2030
Following shortly on the announcement of new renewable energy targets in Alberta, the governor of New York State has plans to mandate 50% renewables in electricity by 2030.
New York to get half its electricity from renewable energy by 2030
Following shortly on the announcement of new renewable energy goals in Alberta, the governor of New York State has set a new goal for the state to reach 50% renewables in electricity by 2030.
US Energy Department: US$22.7 million for 23 solar tech projects
The new government program is aimed at supporting projects with the potential to significantly reduce the costs for solar energy systems while also boosting U.S. competitiveness and strengthening the country’s clean energy manufacturing sector.
Tesla still in talks for German battery fab
Electric car production is likely to accelerate in the wake of the VW emissions scandal, according to Audi’s top U.S. exec. While Daimler appears content to use Asian-made batteries, there are increasing calls for German automakers to work together to develop the next generation of batteries in Europe.
Elite Solar: More than US$7 million in new solar contracts
With more than a dozen projects currently under development and several more about to begin, the California solar company is expecting revenues this year to soar 140%.
IBC Solar expanding operations globally
The Bavaria-based PV systems group has repositioned itself. In addition to the German market, IBC Solar is strengthening its activities in sales and project business in Latin America and other countries.
