Solar power saves the day during Australia's record heatwave
As 40C-plus heat pours strain on traditional power plants, solar panel systems throughout Australia have taken up the slack.
Political unrest hinders Thai rooftop solar
The dissolution of the Thai government last month has halted residential rooftop solar installation. Installers are waiting on legislation needed to sell energy to the grid and the issuance of residential rooftop permits.
JCM Capital launches $150 million solar fund
The Clean Power Infrastructure Fund will target solar assets in emerging markets, including Latin America and South Africa.
Contractor sought to build 40 MW UK solar park
Planning permission has been secured for a 37-40 MW solar park in Hampshire, England. Developers Welborne Solar wants the $65m scheme built this summer.
Canadian Solar connects 100 MW China PV plant
The company’s subsidiary, CSI Solar Power, completed the 100 MW ground mounted project in the Jiangsu Province, eastern China.
SolarCity shares rise on Deutsche Bank recommendation
Deutsche Bank sets a $90/share target price for SolarCity. Analysts predict grid parity in the U.S. in 2016 to drive the company’s customer numbers and stock price.
LDK negotiates 15-day forbearance on notes payment
Embattled Chinese manufacturer LDK has until Thursday to negotiate a deal with holders of its U.S. dollar denominated notes. An interest payment on the notes has been due since August 28.
Japan adds nearly 4 GW of PV capacity
The country’s cumulative installed solar capacity reached nearly 11.3 GW by October 31.
California greenlights 485 MW PV project
While considerably smaller than originally planned, the $1.13 billion project will spur California’s transition to renewable energy and help advance its climate change goals, say regulators.
Bright new dawn for UK solar industry
As new figures suggest that half a million FIT-driven solar schemes are now installed in the U.K., encouraging news is emerging that suggests Britons’ solar appetite is stronger than ever.
