Right wing sets sights on US solar
The New York Times says the Koch Brothers and fossil fuel interests are joining forces with state utilities to combat net metering and renewables targets, adding that a state-by-state campaign is being rolled out.
Hanwha Q Cells modules in 15 MW UK project
The German solar manufacturer supplied more than 58,000 modules to the Ellough project. The Suffolk project was developed by Lark Energy in March.
Panama approves 29 MW of PV projects
Enel, which built the country’s first PV plant, has already signed a grid agreement for a new 9 MW project. The Italian group is eager to develop Panama’s solar sector.
Solar Universe lauds HERO program
The property assessed clean energy financing option being adopted across Southern California could see 90 MW of new solar added this year. Renovate America says the program could drive 400 MW of installations by the end of 2016.
Researchers develop 'unleaded' solar cell
Employing tin instead of lead, the new cell may well lead to an environmentally friendly breakthrough in photovoltaics.
German center to work with Saudi university
The Stuttgart-based ZSW will work with the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. The five-year collaboration will drive research into the performance of thin film cells under desert conditions.
Chinese suppliers solidify module dominance, finds IHS
World’s leading makers of PV modules strengthened their position at the apex of the market last year, with Yingli Green Energy leading the way.
Yingli Solar signs contract for 30 MW PV projects in Turkey
The Chinese solar company has partnered with local firm Tekno Ray Solar to develop 30 MW of PV projects throughout the country.
JinkoSolar to supply 37.2 MW of modules for Californian solar park
Two solar projects in San Bernadino, Lone Valley Solar Parks I and II, will receive the Chinese manufacturer’s high efficiency panels.
Midsummer enjoys 192% revenue turnaround in 2013
The CIGS production line supplier tripled its revenue last year, returning to the black after a difficult 2012.
