Germany: Power grid under summer stress
According to transmission system operator, 50Hertz, the electricity networks in Germany are currently operating at maximum capacity. The extraordinary summer heat has already cost consumers almost 25 million (US$27.73 million).
Germany: RWE launches power-to-gas plant
RWE has started the test-run of its power-to-gas energy storage system in Ibbenbüren, Germany. The German utility sees this solution as a key technology for future energy supply.
India: First solar-powered airport in Cochin
According to local media, Cochin International Airport in the state of Kerela is the first airport that will be exclusively powered by PV. The new 12 MW solar project will be officially inaugurated today by Kerela’s Chief Minister Oommen Chandy.
16 US states consider changes to net metering
The latest report by the North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center saw the policy being examined across the United States during the second quarter. Many states are considering changes to way distributed solar generation is valued.
Applied Materials eliminates wafer sawing and solar implant lines
Applied announced it would cut two of its solar product lines in its latest quarterly results, which caused a further bleeding of red ink in its Energy and Environmental Solutions business unit.
Google launches new mapping and analysis tool for potential solar customers
The tech giant’s latest foray into renewable energy involves aggregating information for customers looking to set up a new pv system, complete with shading analysis, financials and information on local installers.
Google launches new mapping and analysis tool for potential customers
The tech giant’s latest foray into renewable energy involves aggregating information for customers looking to set up a new pv system, complete with shading analysis, financials and information on local installers.
REC Group becomes third-largest PV supplier to US residential market
REC Group has risen rapidly in the U.S. residential sector, growing its market share five-fold in one year. It expects to grow this share further in 2015. The company has benefited from both technology innovation and political factors.
BKW acquires Solare Datensysteme
Energy and infrastructure developer, BKW has strengthened its position in the PV business with the acquisition of Solare Datensysteme, which specializes in PV installation monitoring solutions.
BKW acquires Solar Datensysteme
Energy and infrastructure developer BKW has strengthened its position in the PV business with the acquisition of Solare Datensysteme who specialize in PV installation monitoring solutions.
