SunEdison appoints new president for Europe, Africa and Latin America
The solar company names Jose Perez as the man to lead operations in Europe, Africa and Latin America, replacing Pancho Perez.
UK to install 16 GW by 2018
Britain’s solar strategy will lay ground for a stable future for solar development, according to IHS, which estimates the country installed 922 MW of utility-scale systems in the first quarter of the year.
Obama to lay down solar challenge to US companies
A forthcoming Solar Summit hosted by the White House will outline government support for solar initiatives, including a $15 million PV pathway fund.
Solar cheaper option than nuclear, new study finds
Report commissioned by Germany’s Agora Energiewende reveals that new solar and wind plants are able to generate cheaper low-carbon power than the most modern nuclear reactors.
NextEnergy Solar Fund to invest in eight UK projects after completing first round of fund-raising
The fund is set to begin with eight projects, with a further 200 MW planned. The news comes following a disappointing week for funds specialising in renewable energy.
GreenGo Energy greenlights largest PV project in the Nordics
The energy company will collaborate with Danica Pension to deliver 6 MW of rooftop PV capacity in Denmark.
BayWa r.e. commissions 18 MW solar farm in UK
The fourth solar farm from the German renewable energy developer is located in the Welsh village of Whitland.
No US solar shortage this year, says IHS
Although antidumping fines on Chinese module suppliers will almost certainly create U.S. panel price hikes, the prospect of a shortage is unlikely, say the analysts.
FLS Energy to build multiple solar facilities around North Carolina
The company is seeking to get $200 million in funding as it seeks to take advantage of the generous tax system proffered by the state.
China figures not a surprise, says IHS analyst
The predicted Q1 falls from Yingli and Trina Solar are to be expected, says IHS, as solar companies continue to fall on the market.
