Fronius presses play on US manufacturing
The U.S. subsidiary of the Austrian inverter supplier has begun production at a $1.5 million manufacturing and testing facility in the state of Indiana.
Yingli issues statement refuting liquidation reports
Chinese solar giant states that it is “optimistic” and “confident” about its ability to continue servicing the global market, following recent reports to the contrary. Company announces keenly awaited conference call.
Amtech receives 800 MW order for solar diffusion system
Company’s Tempress Systems subsidiary has received order for its next-gen solar diffusion systems from a leading Chinese solar cell and module manufacturer.
First Solar announces JV for large-scale solar development in Philippines
The U.S. thin film company signs joint venture with OrionGroup for the realization of commercial and industrial self generation solar projects in the Philippines.
Update: Jordan’s unveils successful bids under second tender
The successful bidders under Jordans second 200 MW PV tender round have been announced. Two from Saudi Arabia have generated hopes for a spillover of the uplifting solar mood to the nearby Arab state.
MPowered Inc. and Durbin sign global deal to distribute solar lights for humanitarian aid
MPowered Inc., the maker of Luci inflatable solar lights, announced today that they have signed a 5-year deal with one of the world’s leading medical supply distributors, UK & US-based Durbin Group.
Solar heavy hitters cover the bases at Sol Systems as West Coast operations surge
Cory Vaughan and Erik Bakke join finance firm propelling growth in commercial and small utility-scale solar.
Meyer Burger receives US$40.8 million order for MAiA platform
Meyer Burger has received an order for its MAiA 2.1 system platform from an existing, unidentified Asian customer. Total annual output of the solar cell production equipment will be around 2.5 GW.
Canadian Solar secures US$44 million loan for Ontario PV plant
Canadian Solar Inc. has secured a US$44 million non-recourse construction loan facility for its 10 MW utility-scale PV plant, located in Ontario.
US: SEIA forecasts 25-50% solar market growth in 2016
SEIA forecasts 25-50% market growth in all U.S. solar sectors by 2016. Analyzing the industry from 2004 to 2014, the association finds “huge” growth rates in the employment and investment sectors, in addition to solar deployment. It forecasts 40 GW of cumulative capacity by the end of 2016.
