SunEdison eyes PV manufacturing complex in Saudi Arabia
The U.S. company and its local partners are planning an ambitious, $6 billion PV fab in Saudi Arabia that would cover the entire production line, from polysilicon to modules.
Spanish solar industry demands national referendum on energy policy
The country’s PV trade association is mobilizing the public for a series of demonstrations across the country this spring in a call to arms against the current government.
Solar3D acquires California's SUNworks
The three-dimensional solar cell developer has purchased California-based Solar United Networks Inc. (SUNworks).
India paves way for 4 GW scheme
Six publicly-owned bodies in India have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop the world’s biggest solar project. The first phase of the 4 GW Sambhur scheme will be complete within three years.
Paper solar cells: the future for PV?
Team of Chinese and U.S. researchers develops highly efficient paper solar cell made from inexpensive wood fiber.
South African firm starts CIGS production
PTiP opens R&D production line for thin film CIGS modules near Stellenbosch. German company Singulus supplied four process steps in the production line.
Future of solar bright in Russia
Russia is embracing solar power despite reduced government forecasts for PV development. Federal regions and neigboring CIS countries are ramping up ambitious PV plans.
Kazakhstan taps Germany's ecap Solutions for major solar development
Despite its major role as a global oil producer, Kazakhstan is increasingly adopting solar energy to meet domestic energy demand. Zhambyl Province is aiming for 300 MW by 2016.
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.
