WFES 2014 to highlight smart metering
The upcoming World Future Energy Summit will examine the policies and technologies needed to reduce energy consumption, with smart metering among this year’s main showcases.
SolarWorld unveils record-setting test module
TÜV Rheinland has confirmed a world record of 306 W for a 60-cell format module produced as part of a second-generation Passivated Emitter and Rear Cell (PERC) technology research project.
Large-scale PV projects drive dramatic global PV growth
China, the U.S. and Japan accounted for some 60% of all large-scale PV projects in 2013, up from less than 10% in 2010.
Mascotte raises $100 million from shares issue
The Taiwanese polysilicon maker is attempting to address an $82 million deficit, incurred after the acuqisition of Sun Materials, whose Yi-Lan polysilicon factory turned out to be a white elephant.
Goldpoly targets 1 GW portfolio expansion
Chinese developer Goldpoly wants to expand its solar project portfolio by 1 GW in 2014. On Thursday, the company committed to acquire 500 MW of projects worldwide from China Triumph International Engineering.
New York to add $1 billion to state solar program
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo continues to champion solar energy in the state with more ambitious goals and secure funding for the next decade.
JinkoSolar considers spinning off downstream business
The Chinese solar giant is considering floating its burgeoning plant development business after the Communist Party’s restated commitment to solar.
China's cull list of 109 favored companies
The list, now available in English, is in line with the Chinese government’s push for greater standardization.
Enerparc installs Russia's largest PV park
German EPC provider Enerparc helped install a 1 MW ground-mount project in Dagestan in just two weeks. Three German companies were involved in the Russian installation.
EPIA backs call for 2030 renewables target
The European Photovoltaic Industry Association has backed calls by two committees of the European Parliament to extend the 2020 renewables commitment. The EPIA wants 45% of energy to come from renewables by 2030.
