GCL issues profit warning
Ambitious GCL has warned shareholders it expects another loss for 2013. Plans for 1 GW of project development are a sign of the company’s hopes 2014 will bring salvation.
JFE breaks ground on 26.2 MW solar plant in Fukushima
The plant will be located at a former golf club in the Japanese prefecture, with completion scheduled for March 2015.
Suntech signs agreement over noteholder lawsuit
U.S. noteholders have secured a pledge to have their obligations treated on an equal footing with non-U.S. creditors. Suntech can now continue with Cayman Islands liquidation proceedings.
Hopes for a CIGS boom in South Africa
Thin-film manufacturer PTiP and Germany’s Singulus have taken their first step in realizing an ambitious vision of creating a prosperous CIGS production industry in South Africa.
Yingli joint venture tops 100 MW of solar projects in China
The Chinese solar giant says its close cooperation with state-owned enterprises ensures long-term development of its downstream business across China.
Silicon Valley startup signs 1 MW of intelligent storage
Green Charge Networks’ intelligent energy storage solutions complement solar PV, electric vehicle charging and energy efficiency strategies.
Advanced Energy buys AEG control module business
The U.S.-based power conversion firm will contract AEG Power Solutions GmbH to manufacture modules at its factory in Germany.
1 MW off-grid PV system goes online in Afghanistan
Financed by New Zealand’s Sustainable Energy Services and NETcon, the Bamyan Renewable Energy Programme will supply energy to 2,500 households, businesses and government buildings.
juwi International to merge business operations in EMEA region
German renewable energy group juwi has found its dynamic duo in Stephan Hansen and Dirk Retzlaff, who will oversee business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Apple receives patent for solar-powered MacBook
The MacBook would use a PV unit to generate electricity, according to the company’s patent application.
