Sharp says it won't exit solar business
The head of Sharp Corp.’s energy business on Monday told reporters in Japan the company would not “quit or sell” its solar business, but would instead return to profit.
California grid operator envisions 50% renewables
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a blueprint for how the Golden State’s grid can meet Governor Jerry Brown’s call for 50% renewable energy by 2030.
Beijing will close final coal plant next year
City authorities closed two plants last week and will bring down the curtain on coal in 2016. The capital is replacing coal with natural gas-fired plants.
Off-grid weekly digest
The weekly round-up the global off-grid sector, put together by specialist editor Pete Carvill.
MIT, Stanford team achieve 1.65 V perovskite tandem cell
Researchers have achieved an open voltage perovskite-cSi tandem cell with an open circuit (Voc) voltage of 1.65 V and a conversion efficiency of 13.7%. The team from MIT and Stanford report its work has identified key challenges in achieving efficiencies in excess of 25% with the tandem technology.
Shunfeng shareholders help impressive annual figures
The acquisition of Wuxi Suntech’s manufacturing facilities transformed Shunfeng into a tier 1 player overnight but the ambitious company was staring down the barrel three months ago.
The pv magazine weekly news digest
The world’s drivers are plugging in, Norway and Germany are plugging in, Hanergy is certainly not propping up and Australia is bolting together.
Solar leases can deter homebuyers, claim
LA Times report highlights problems leased solar rooftops can cause when selling a home. Buyers may fear they will fail credit checks to take over the lease.
It's unanimous: Georgia Senate votes to end ban on 3rd-party PV financing
Georgia’s Senate votes 51-0 to open up third-party financing for on-site PV at homes and business, sending bill to governor.
California hits 5% solar, offsets hydro losses due to drought
The Golden State is the first U.S. state to tap the sun for 5% of its power, finds government report, as solar hits 1% of nationwide generating capacity.
