US: Solar hits over 1% of utility-scale generating capacity
The latest data from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) shows that renewable capacity clearly dominates the new power plants being added in the U.S. Over 75% of U.S. large-scale electrical generating capacity came from wind, solar, geothermal and hydropower in the quarter.
A flood of bids in Germany's first round of PV tenders
German authorities have reported 170 bids in the country’s first call for tenders. The 150 MW tender volume was oversubscribed many times over. The contract awards will be announced within the next few days.
Utilities in New Jersey pursue 80 MW of solar approvals
Atlantic City Electric, Jersey Central Power & Light and Rockland Electric Company seeking proposals for solar PV projects in order to secure Solar Renewable Energy Certificates.
Meyer Burger reaches settlement agreement with GT Advanced Technologies
GTAT has agreed to recognize the company’s $35 million claim and assume ownership of equipment it had ordered before a soured deal with Apple allegedly forced it into bankruptcy.
Investment in smart grid, storage sectors soars
The smart grid sector raised $185 million in the first quarter, a dramatic increase from $59 million it received from 13 investment deals in the fourth quarter of 2014, according to a new report by Mercom Capital.
150 MW solar plant announced for Mexico's Baja California
The $279 million installation will be developed by Energy Partners Latin America and will be located in the sun-rich northwestern corner of the peninsular state.
Tesla to announce home and utility-scale battery next week
Company sets April 30 date for unveiling, widely believed to be a new home battery and one for utility scale, to be produced at companys new gigafactory.
Pakistan's Parliament House goes solar
The 1 MW system employing Yingli solar modules was fully financed by China. Chinese President Xi Jinping was in Islamabad this week for the PV array’s innauguration. News of the new installation comes amidst reports that the Pakistani government is putting the brakes on further solar and wind development.
IHS finds Chinese module suppliers dominate market
New data from IHS reveals that Chinese modules suppliers Trina, Yingli, Canadian and Jinko dominate the top of module supplier rankings for 2014, with Hanwha Q Cells the only non-Chinese firm in the top five. The top 10 suppliers have slightly increased market share by 1% from 2013.
GE to invest in 42 MW Japanese solar farm
Industrial giant agrees to back the solar plant in Futtsu City, Japan, as the conglomerate builds on its commitment to invest in $1bn in renewable energy projects annually.
