Solar Frontier secures CIS deal for 26 MW North Carolina project
The Japanese company’s CIS modules have been selected for the U.S. solar installation on the back of real-world performance recognition in the Americas.
Manz wins EUR 12 million Li-ion battery order
Manz AG has won an order from a U.S. customer for a lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery production line worth EUR 12 million. This year to date, the German equipment manufacturer has secured orders totaling EUR 100 million.
Comtec sees strong demand for monocrystalline, despite huge net loss
Comtec Solar Systems Group Limited has seen its net loss for 1H 2015 plummet, despite increasing revenues. It is confident, however, the market for its monocrystalline wafers is strong.
Japan's solar shipments fall 13% in Q1, reports JPEA
The Japan Photovoltaic Energy Association (JPEA) has reported that shipments of solar panels in Japan fell 13% in the first quarter of the year; first year-on-year decline since Q3 2012.
Germany sees 132 MW solar installed in July
New solar PV systems totaling 159.78 MW have been registered in Germany for July by the Federal Network Agency. Actual installations were lower, however, at 132 MW. Solar subsidies will decrease a further 0.25%, as of today.
Fossil fuels' cost advantage over solar narrowing, says IEA
New report published jointly by International Energy Agency (IEA) and Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) reveals strides made by renewable energy sector in producing electricity at costs close to fossil fuel-based power stations.
JA Solar pens agreement to build 1 GW fab capacity in Andhra Pradesh, India
The Chinese solar firm will begin construction of a 500 MW solar cell factory in the state in December; similar-size module factory to follow, according to MoU signed with Essel Group.
Tri-State, Juwi sign PPA for 30 MW Colorado PV plant
Juwi Inc. has signed a PPA with Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. for its proposed 30 MW solar PV project. Located in Colorado, the U.S., it is scheduled for completion in Q4 2016.
GT to lay off 2/5 of global workforce
GT Advanced Technologies has released details of a restructuring plan which will include reducing its workforce by an estimated 40%. The company aims to return from bankruptcy in the first quarter of 2016.
Alabama approves up to 500 MW of renewable energy over the next five years
Regulators in the U.S. state have approved Alabama Power’s request to build or purchase up to 500 MW of renewable energy over the next six years. However, these projects must come in under a low price ceiling.
