Energy storage, PV-hybrid systems offer huge potential for off-grid mining sector
Declining module costs are making PV-hybrid systems increasingly appealing to off-grid mining operators eager to reduce fossil fuel costs, according to a new study by Apricum.
Egypt: Philadelphia signs 50 MW agreement
The country appears to be on a major solar roll with yet another government-backed PV deal. Jordan’s Philadelphia Solar is the latest firm to sign on for a large-scale project, but doubts are growing about the sustainability of Egypt’s FiT scheme and lack of grid capacity.
Roth reacts positively to China's new 2015 solar goal
“We believe sentiment for China’s solar market is on an upswing,” starts an investor note produced by Roth Capital Partners in the wake of the NEA’s announcement to increase by 20% the country’s solar installation goals for 2015.
Sunnova introduces 'zero down' residential solar
U.S. solar company Sunnova has introduced a solar-as-service product into the market, called the EZ Own. The product will operate much like a lease, with regular kilowatt-hour payments over 25 years, coupled with Sunnova’s O&M and monitoring package.
SunEdison provides Georgetown with 150 MW of PV
Georgetown Utility Systems is continuing down its path to provide 100% renewable energy for its customers through signing a deal to see a 150 MW PV power plant developed. SunEdison will realize the project with it likely to be sold to its yieldco TerraForm power on completion.
Sunrun appoints Bob Komin CFO
Komin brings more than 25 years of finance experience; most recently at Flurry, Inc., bought by Yahoo! in 2014.
Brown University sheds light on potential perovskite cell production method
Researchers at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, have developed a new approach to manufacturing perovskite-based hybrid thin-film solar cells.
Greece added just 13 MW in 2014
Despite technically reaching grid parity, Greece installed a mere 13 MW of new solar PV in 2014, according to official statistics released last week.
RWE buys stake in Conergy
The German utility giant has acquired a minority stake in Conergy. The leading downstream solar company expects to expand operations this year in Latin America, Japan, Philippines and Africa, CEO Andrew de Pass tells pv magazine.
Wirsol Energy plugs 29 MW solar farm into UK grid
Connection of the Elms Farm solar park made in time to qualify for 1.4 ROC. Plant sold to Bluefield Solar Income Fund as part of company’s growing PV portfolio.
