Sunrun surpasses 100,000 customers in the US
The residential solar company has this week added its 100,000 customer in the U.S. residential market. Combined Sunrun solar systems in the country have now generated more than 1.3 terawatts of clean power.
Nexamp completes the largest community solar project in the U.S. Northeast
More than 100 Massachusetts residents own shares in the 2.3 MW-DC solar project at a ski and snowboard resort. Community solar represents a growing market segment in the United States.
19.1% efficient PERC PV cell produced using 1366's Direct Wafer technology
Customer trials have yielded PERC PV cells with an average 19% efficiency on industrial lines. 1366 says its cast wafers can be produced at half the cost of conventional processes.
Western Australia to clear the way for battery rollout
The state of Western Australia is “weeks away” from delivering a regulatory solution to allow battery storage systems to be installed and, importantly, to feed electricity back into the grid. The move has been heralded by state Energy Minister and Treasurer Mike Nahan who noted that solar PV will likely account for the bulk of generating capacity added to the states grids in the future.
UK: Government reminded of strong public support for clean energy as FIT cuts get go-ahead
The Renewable Energy Association says government’s decision to slash solar FIT by as much as 87% is at odds with public opinion; London Mayor Boris Johnson calls for a halt to the planned cuts.
Installation begins on 3 MW floating solar array in U.K.
Water company United Utilities has begun the installation of the 3 MW, GBP 3.5 million floating solar plant on a reservoir near Manchester. Once complete it will be one of the worlds largest solar system of its type.
Shunfeng unveils flagship integrated clean energy project
Shunfeng International Clean Energy (SFCE) has completed one of its flagship integrated clean energy projects in Shanghai, at the Hong Qiao International School. Bringing together its “medley” of solar PV, heat pump and LED technologies, SFCE will provide 66% of the school’s energy needs, under a 25-year energy management contract.
Hive Energy feathers nest in Turkey with new regional headquarters
The British solar developer is eyeing a 50 MW portfolio of solar PV projects in the country, and says its new HQ in Ankara will allow it to capture a number of opportunities in the region.
Canadian Solar ups Q3 revenue and profit guidance
Upwards revision sees the Chinese-headquartered solar firm beat guidance for the third quarter of the year on the back of higher-than-expected demand. Company also settled LDK arbitration dispute.
Scatec Solar launches Egyptian activities towards building 250 MW of solar
The Norwegian solar developer has begun ground activities at two sites in Benban and Zafarana as the first steps along the way to the development of 250 MW of solar PV capacity in the country.
