Jordan’s rooftop PV sector thriving
Jordan leads Arab world in utility-scale solar PV installations with many large solar farms expected to go online in 2015. Residential and commercial rooftop sectors are also kick-starting the thriving solar sector.
SunEdison scales LA solar rooftop market with 22 MW deal
The US renewable energy company signs agreement with PermaCity to develop solar systems atop leased rooftops, scheme designed to create income for property owners.
Enphase acquires O&M provider Next Phase Solar
Deal sees the microinverter manufacturer add 400 MW of O&M assets, taking its own portfolio beyond 450 MW.
First Solar and Apple sign $848 million 130 MW deal
First Solar has signed a 25-year PPA with Apple for 130 MW of a 150 MW plant. Under the deal Apple will pay $848 million for electricity from the plant, which First Solar will begin construction on in mid-2015.
Duke Energy proposes suite of solar programs for South Carolina
Proposals intended to increase its customers’ access to renewable energy, and could add 110 MW of PV to South Carolina portfolio by 2021 if approved.
Spanish PV resurgence? Not on the horizon
Reports that Spain is heading towards a renewable energy revival by 2020 have spread, leaving investors rather puzzled: is this true, and how come a government that has previously tried to eliminate energy investments is now suddenly planning to lead a renewable resurgance? pv magazine provides a more realistic appraisal.
Scatec Solar reports satisfying Q4 financial results
The Norwegian solar operator increased its revenues, net profit and power production in the final quarter of 2014.
SMA managing board shrinks to just four members
German inverter specialist downsizes as part of company’s ongoing transformation, new chairman of supervisory board appointed.
Interview: 'Janitorial' O&M rising despite the robots
As the PV market matures with the growing installed base, a range of auxiliary services and business opportunities have appeared. One of which is the provision of O&M services, in particular maintenance services including cleaning. Jay A. Welsh, the General Manager of Solar Maid spotted this trend and has see demand for janitorial O&M services grow.
Duke Energy acquires large stake in REC Solar
The US utility has snapped up a majority share of REC Solar’s commercial business, confirms it will invest $225 million in commercial projects.
