Saudi Arabia targeting $109 billion investment for solar
According to media reports, Saudi Arabia plans to meet a third of its power needs from solar by attracting US$109 billion in investment for the establishment of a specific industry. Meanwhile, Mecca is planning to install 100 MW of solar capacity.
German PV equipment sales continue to decline; stronger cooperation urged
On the back of weakened demand from Asian customers, sales of German photovoltaic equipment have fallen by half in Q2 2012, compared to the same period last year. To maintain competitiveness, cooperation with local industry is urged.
Malaysia: Applications for 8 MW of rooftop PV open
Malaysia’s Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) has announced that applications for 2 MW of rooftop photovoltaic projects in H2 2012 and 6 MW for H1 2013, have opened.
PV interest in Uzbekistan increases
Several large photovoltaic power plants are expected to be built in Uzbekistan soon, with the participation of both local and foreign investors.
EU ProSun files second solar complaint
EU ProSun, headed by SolarWorld AG, has filed a second official complaint to the European Commission, this time accusing Chinese photovoltaic manufacturers of receiving illegal subsidies.
Meyer Burger announces 303 Watt PV module
Using just 60 solar cells, Meyer Burger Technology Ltd has created a 303 W photovoltaic module in production conditions. “Significant” cost reductions are expected to follow.
Solar inverter plant opens in South Africa
Netherlands-based power equipment supplier, 3W Power/AEG Power Solutions, has officially inaugurated its new solar inverter manufacturing facility in South Africa.
27th EU PVSEC kicks off in Frankfurt
The European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) has officially opened for the 27th time today, September 24 in Germany. Over the next week, a host of new products will be launched alongside discussions on how to take the industry forward. In addition to reporting from the ground, pv magazine will also be unveiling its latest 300 GW/a initiative at the event.
EU PVSEC: Grid connection challenges can be overcome
Grid connection and stability issues can be overcome to encompass a more electricity-intensive energy mix in Europe, with photovoltaics supplying up to 25% of that demand by 2030. The findings have been released in a report by EPIA on the first day of the EU PVSEC tradeshow, which began today in Frankfurt.
Renewables only energy source to offer price reductions
Renewables, led by photovoltaics, are the only options for energy price reductions in the future, says the European Commissions Joint Research Center (JRC). In addition to calculating how many GWs of photovoltaics could have been installed using past fossil fuel subsidies, its new report looks at investment in the sector, and emerging markets.
