UK solar and renewable energy associations go separate ways
The associations, which became affiliated in 2011, will again become independent next year. The groups say the move will allow them to focus on their core strengths.
Australia: remote communities to add 10 MW of offgrid projects
30 remote indigenous communities in Australia’s Northern Territory are set to add 10 MW of PV capacity in a AUD$55 million (US$47.8 million) program. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and the NT government will both provide funding for the program, both contributing AUD$27.5 million (US$23.9 million).
Southern California Edison launches solicitation for mid-sized behind-the-meter solar PV
The utility’s RFO is the fourth in its Solar Photovoltaic Program, which is open to projects between 500 kW and 10 MW. Projects will connect through the SCE distribution grid.
REC Solar and SolarCity increase module supply deal to 220 MW
The supply agreement builds upon an earlier deal struck in June between the two companies, and extends right the way through 2015.
NextEnergy Solar share issue eyes $340m of UK PV projects
The fund has set a 250 million share placement program that will enable it to develop up to 186 MW of solar capacity in the U.K.
Accelerator-backed Wunder launches U.S. solar fund
A new solar fund has launched in the U.S. Wunder, backed by the Boulder Techstars accelerator program in Colorado, has launched a $1 million solar fund for investors. The fund is already 50% subscribed.
BPVA launches UK schools solar rooftop initiative
The Powering Knowledge program has been jointly launched by Rated Solar Installer and the British Photovoltaic Association to help save schools more than $800m on energy bills.
Hanwha Q CELLS helps Melbourne Zoo go carbon neutral
The Melbourne Zoo has been certified carbon neutral, making it the worlds first to do so. A 100 kW solar array and energy efficient lighting were key contributors to this ambitious sustainability target. The zoo sourced 390 modules from Hanwha Q CELLS for the installation.
Solar power driving North Carolina's clean economy, study finds
Report by Pew Charitable Trust shows new solar capacity installed in 2013 amounted to 335 MW; the third-highest across the U.S.
China coal tariffs could impact Australia solar industry
The solar industry has been worried that Australia may impose tariffs on cheap solar module imports from China. The surprise imposition of tariffs on Australian coal imports has raised the stakes dramatically.
