Sunrun nets USD$50 million to expand solar operations
To help meet the increasing demand for its home solar plans and for expansion into new U.S. markets, Sunrun has announced it has secured USD$55 million in funding.
Laytec secures two new Asian distribution partners
Laytec has expanded its photovoltaics (PV) distribution network with the addition of two new Asian partners. The company has said this is so it can meet the increasing interest in its in-line metrology systems for PV applications.
First curved solar module in the U.S. to receive UL certification announced
The first curved solar module in the U.S. to meet the requirements for UL 1703 certification has been announced.
Systaic sells off its majority stake in Webasto Solar
Systaic has sold its 64 percent holding in the joint venture Webasto Solar GmbH to automotive supplier Webasto AG for around one million euros.
First Ronald McDonald House in California goes solar
A new 116kW roof-mount photovoltaic (PV) solar electric system has been installed at the Ronald McDonald House of San Diego, in the U.S. It is the only one in California to use solar energy.
Sharp produces its two millionth solar panel
Sharp Electronics Corporation is commemorating the production of its two millionth solar panel at its assembly operation at Sharp Manufacturing Company of America (SMCA) in Memphis.
U.S.: Solar PV system installed at Broadway Stages
A solar photovoltaic (PV) energy system, which it has been said will reduce energy costs by more than USD$70,000 annually, has been installed at one of New York’s leading sound stage facilities.
BTU International receives USD$16 million order
BTU International has received a USD$16 million order for its solar cell processing equipment.
PBEC secures purchase option for 800 acre solar energy site in Arizona
The Pacific Blue Energy Corp. (PBEC) has secured the option to purchase 807 acres of solar energy-zoned land in Gila Bend, Arizona, the U.S. ??
Eaton to create USD$20 million solar power system
The Eaton Corporation is to design and install a USD$20 million 3.2 megawatt (MW) turnkey solar photovoltaic (PV) system in New Mexico, the U.S. When completed, it is set to the states largest PV system.
