EREC closes due to high Brussels rents
The European Renewable Energy Council (EREC) is to shut its doors today as the former representative body continues its fall into liquidation. The reason given for this was an ability to meet the costs of renting in central Brussels.
Salmon-scented solar panels set for UK rooftop trial
UPDATE: Apologies to anyone who now wants a salmon-scented solar panel. It was an April Fool’s joke – check out our cats “Lirpa” and “Lofo.”
Capital Stage AG hit 53.6% profit in 2013
Positive financial year underlined by expansion into French market and revenue increase of Eur 57 million ($78.5 million).
China's Solargiga posts positive results
Chinese manufacturer Solargiga has reported a slowing in its operating loss for 2013, suggesting that the company is bouncing back after a disastrous 2012.
First Solar radiates confidence as stock price rises 20%
Monthly stock report shows impressive uptick for the Arizona company, while SunPower continues to create a buzz.
Silevo and Krannich Solar create distribution partnership
The two solar specialists to partner on the distribution of Silevo’s 18.5% efficient c-Si solar modules.
Solar Frontier to build airport-sited mega-station in Nagasaki, Japan
Japanese companies Solar Frontier and Chopro are banding together to build a 29 MW facility adjoining the airport in Nagasaki.
Canadian Solar wins financing for Ontario plant
Canadian Solar has won financing of CAD $50.5 million for its solar power plant in North Dundas in the Canadian province of Ontario.
LDK Solar delisted from New York Stock Exchange
Having warned last week that the Chinese solar company’s status was under review, the NYSE yesterday determined that LDK was no longer suitable for listing.
GCL-Poly signs credit deal with China Development Bank
Chinese polysilicon and wafer supplier GCL-Poly has signed a credit facility agreement with the China Development Bank in order to further develop its domestic solar farm business.
