UK: Industry calls on government to reconsider FIT cuts
The U.K. Solar Trade Association, along with a number of large solar stakeholders have drafted a joint statement to the government, calling on it to reconsider its proposed drastic FIT cuts. The parties involved asked to meet with the government, for “appropriate consultation.”
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Events at the Solar Power International exhibition in California complement a busy week for the U.S. solar industry, while Dubai’s grand plans and Trinas new business strategy also turns PV heads.
Silicor raises US$105 million to support UMG polysilicon in Iceland
Silicor is planning to build the world’s largest upgraded metallurgical-grade (UMG) polysilicon plant in Iceland, but still must raise more funding before starting construction.
India: ABB secures $18 million in solar-related orders
The Swiss engineering giant’s biggest project is Adani Group’s 648 MW PV plant in the southeastern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Earlier this year ABB became the first company in the country to deliver solar inverters with a cumulative capacity of 2 GW.
Trina not ruling yieldco out, addresses criticism
Last week, Trina said it will spin off its downstream solar PV project business, most likely under a “growthco,” due to FIT payment and grid connection issues in China. Responding to questions by pv magazine, the company has said, however, it is not ruling out the establishment of a yieldco, if the government steps up.
Genscape buys Locus Energy
With the addition of the PV monitoring and data analytics company, Genscape — part of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc conglomerate — will expand its operations into the burgeoning solar sector.
Genscape buys Locus Energy
With the addition of the PV monitoring and data analytics company, Genscape — part of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc conglomerate — will expand its operations into the burgeoning solar sector.
Suniva to ramp up cell capacity in 2016, supports monocrystalline trend
Suniva recently said it will ramp up U.S. solar manufacturing capacity to 400 MW. The company told pv magazine it intends to complete the expansion by next year. Up to 500 full time jobs will be created in Georgia. It also confirmed the growing trend towards monocrystalline products.
PowerFin, CPS Energy launch rooftop solar program in San Antonio
The program makes participation in solar energy more accessible, affordable and available to a much broader base of the Texas city’s residential and business setor, according to the companies.
Intersolar launches Middle East event
Intersolar has said it will hold its first Middle East event next year in conjunction with GulfSol. Like its international counterparts, Intersolar Middle East will feature a conference and exhibition.
