DuPont lawsuit accuses SunEdison of patent infringement
The U.S. chemical company claims SunEdison’s cells and modules use a specific type of metallization paste that infringes its patented tellurium paste technology.
Toyota switches on 3.8 MW solar array at UK engine plant
The car giant’s Deeside plant in North Wales has been fitted with 13,000 solar panels that will power 10% of the plants electricity needs each year.
Fire risk prompts North American recall of 1.5 million SolarWorld modules
The solar giant will recall 1.3 million U.S. and 210,000 Canadian systems due to the risk of electrocution, shock or fire caused by incorrectly fitted copper lugs.
Interview: inside the Komax Solar management buyout
After announcing last August that it attended to sell its solar business, equipment supplier Komax Group announced this week that Komax Solar has been sold in a management buyout of the company. Komax Solar, a stringer supplier, will now become Xcell Automation. pv magazine spoke to incoming Komax Solar President and CEO Brian Micciche about the move.
pv magazine weekly news round-up: Aug 15-22
A quick look back at the biggest solar news stories that have grabbed our attention over these past seven days.
Andhra Pradesh aiming for 5 GW of solar by 2019
The state government is expected to unveil a wide-ranging new renewable energy policy next month that would set major targets in the southeastern Indian state.
Telecommunications boosting hybrid power in off-grid areas
Demand for power is rising due to the increasing growth of telecommunications in remote off-grid regions, particularly in developing countries, and driving installations of hybrid power systems.
Australia: Pro-solar rally slams attack on renewable target
The organized opposition to the federal government’s moves to abolish or reduce Australia’s Renewable Energy Target (RET) has begun. More than 500 people attended a rally in Brisbane to protest against changes to the RET.
Trina takes a different approach to EU markets
The Chinse solar giant has become more competitive in getting its products to customers, says Ben Hill, the company’s president Europe. Trina’s global strategy, including operations in the U.K., the U.S. and Japan, remain key to its success.
S4 Solar to build 100 MW module assembly plant in Brazil
S4 Solar do Brasil, which is making its debut at Intersolar South America this month, is constructing a 100 MW module plant in Brazil to focus on the domestic market.
