SMA and E.ON develop world's first modular large-scale battery
The 5 MW M5BAT storage system is located in Aachen, Germany, and has been backed by a 6.5 million grant from the German government’s Energy Storage Funding Initiative.
Suntech shares to be de-listed from NYSE
Shares in what is left of Suntech are set to be removed from the New York bourse. The news comes days after Suntech’s liquidators announced they would be stepping up recovery efforts and would be examining the Wuxi Suntech acquisition by Shunfeng Photovoltaic.
British academics receive 2.4 million grant for PV cell research
A consortium of scientists led by Bristol University will use the funds to develop new active materials for PV cells using low-cost and abundant natural elements.
Trina Solar jumps the gun on ITC decision
The Chinese module manufacturer’s acquisition of a mainland cell maker pre-empts the decision of the U.S. authorities, due this afternoon. Trina’s Chinese bolt-on acquisition will be seen as an ominous move by Taiwanese cell makers.
GCL-Poly acquires stake in circuit board business
Chinese wafer and polysilicon manufacturer GCL-Poly will spend $186 million to take a two-thirds interest in Same Time Holdings. The move will see both parties focus on solar plant development.
Branson leads renewables charge on Necker
The charismatic Virgin founder hopes to introduce a pan-Caribbean commitment to renewables. Branson is using his private island home as a test bed for the region.
ITC finds dumping and subsidy damage from Taiwanese cells
The International Trade Commission has just revealed its ‘affirmative’ decision. Preliminary AD duties are now due to be decided upon next month.
SunEdison strikes solar partnership to bring PV power to Georgia, US
The global solar company has teamed with United Renewable Energy to help businesses in the southern state tap into PV potential.
Solar securities may offer major investment potential
A new study has found that securities from solar PPAs can make a healthy profit while making billions of dollars availalbe to finance solar project.
Solid partnerships and full fab capacity mark strong fiscal year for SunPower
The California-based solar company reports fourth-quarter revenue of $638 million, spurred by a strong performance in North America and lucrative international partnerships.
