Malaysia increases surcharge to fund FIT program
The revised surcharge on renewable electricity will increase from 1% to 1.6% from January 1st, 2014.
Right-wing lawmakers gunning for US solar users
A group of right-wing lawmakers is looking to curb states’ efforts to expand solar PV and thwart the Obama administration’s clean energy and climate protection efforts.
Hanwha Q CELLS increases capital by $188.5 million
Strengthening its financial position with an injection of capital, Germany-based Hanwha Q CELLS will expand production capacity and push its global business with power plant solutions and services.
Martifer Solar installs 5.41 MW of solar PV in Romania
The installation is comprised of two solar plants that will supply 13,000 local households with clean renewable energy.
Japan's PV module shipments soar
Japanese demand for PV modules is exploding and the country is on track to become the second-largest solar market in the world behind China. Looming FIT cuts are unlikely to curb demand in the next two years, says EnergyTrend.
asola to resume module production in Germany
Having undergone a restructuring process following a takeover by Chinese manufacturer STGCON, the Erfurt-based company will resume production next week.
SolarReserve expands Down Under
The California-based large-scale solar power project developer is looking to exploit opportunities in Australia’s off-grid mining sector.
EDF launches first green bond; 350 million slated for solar
The French utility company’s first green bond offering will raise a total amount of 1.4 billion, 25% of which will be earmarked for solar power investment.
UK to cut solar subsidies, boost offshore wind support
The British government says it will “rebalance” renewable energy subsidies in order to encourage private investment in offshore wind projects.
Australia hits 3 GW installed capacity milestone
New figures have revealed that Australia has now installed 3 GW of solar PV. Rooftop arrays continue to dominate the market.
