Japan gives final approval for 11% FIT cut
The move, finally confirmed today, will reduce the solar feed-in tariff to $0.31 cents per kW for 20 years, beginning on April 1.
100 GW annual PV deployment by 2018, says NPD Solarbuzz
The global PV industry will add 100 GW of capacity a year by 2018 say the analysts, with c-Si technology set to dominate the landscape.
Intersolar China opens with call for more R&D
The conference began with a series of impassioned presentations on the bullish state of China’s PV market, but urged greater investment in domestic R&D and quality control.
Solar spending could reach $3.8bn in 2014, says IHS
The analysts expect global expenditure on solar PV to increase by 45% on last year, with Latin America leading the way on manufacturing growth.
Berlin startup launches plug & play storage system
The concept from Qinous, which delivers 100% renewable energy, is to be unveiled this week at the Energy Storage Conference in Düsseldorf.
Solar usage continues to soar in California
The state’s grid operator is preparing for a major boost in renewable energy in 2020, when utilities will have to obtain 33% of their electricity from renewable energy sources.
Eclareon examines PV competitiveness in seven countries
The company’s new report found that in Germany and Italy, low PV installation prices, a low discount rate and high electricity prices compensate for low irradiation levels to reach grid parity.
Malaysia opens talks on 50 MW PV plant
The government has met with energy advisors to discuss plans to construct a 50 MW PV plant in northern state of Kedah.
Yingli completes 1 MW World Cup solar installation
The array at Brazil’s Arena Pernambuco stadium will deliver clean solar energy to one of the forthcoming soccer World Cup’s most important venues.
ReneSola posts annual increases in revenue, net loss
The company achieved a performance record in the fourth quarter of 2013, however, including a net profit and a 58% increase in module shipments.
