Phaesun: Generating income locally
German wholesaler and system integrator Phaesun offers off-grid applications in regions with no or inadequate electricity grids, thus helping communities become economically independent.
Net-energy metering rollbacks unlikely to impact US states in 2014
Some U.S. states are looking to revamp net-energy metering programs but potential changes will not impact solar markets this year, according to research group IHS.
US solar stocks rising at dawn of 2014
Industry analysts expect the positive momentum seen in the solar sector throughout 2013 to continue in the new year. The U.S. Congress’ tax reform could have long-term implications for U.S. investors and industry players, however.
Yingli, Datong launch joint venture in China
The new joint venture between Yingli Green Energy and the Datong Coal Mine Group will develop and construct solar power plants in the city of Shuozhou.
Canadian Solar sells Ontario solar power plant to TransCanada
The 10 MW facility, valued at some $60 million, is the fourth of a total of nine solar plants Canadian Solar is building for TransCanada.
Is solar in Spain losing its shine?
Provisional 2013 Spanish figures show that while renewables continue to dominate, further growth for the solar sector is in doubt.
Romania halves certificates for solar PV starting January 2014
The government will cut green certificates next year for all renewable energy projects finished after January, 2014, with solar PV certificates down to three per megawatt, from six currently.
UK energy minister to call for 4 million more solar panels
Greg Barker is expected to announce ambitious plans to dramatically increase the U.K.’s solar capacity in the new year.
JinkoSolar connects 80 MW PV project to China grid
The four solar farms bring the Chinese solar company’s annual grid connection capacity to 213 MW for 2013.
Scotland tops 100 MW solar milestone
Official figures show that Scotland now has 106 MW of PV capacity installed, a growth of 36% in just one year.
