What is new in PV+TEST 2.0
After two years of practical experience with the PV+Test testing program, TU?V Rheinland and Solarpraxis have decided to intensify the test in several areas. On the one hand, this will help subject the numerous PV modules available on the market to even greater scrutiny, and make it easier to differentiate the modules from one another.
PV+Test 2.0: Hanwha module evaluated as good
Hanwha SolarOne’s HSL 60 Poly module passed first hurdle in the latest round of testing by PV+Test with a grade of “good.”
Financial innovations spur renewable energy investment in global markets
Investment firms, financiers and energy companies around the globe are introducing innovative new funding vehicles aimed at renewable energy investment.
Hanwha SolarOne partners with HuiTianRan in China
Korean-Chinese PV manufacturer Hanwha SolarOne has inked a strategic deal with Shanghai HuiTianRan Investment Holding Group to develop downstream opportunities in China, including 700 MW of PV power plant projects.
Barroso calls for end to binding EU renewables target
In what may lead to a confrontation between Germany and the EU, the European Commission president is seeking to end binding green energy targets — something Germany demands.
Grid-connected storage market set to explode
The grid-connected energy storage market will increase from 340 MW in 2013 to more than 6 GW in 2017, according to IHS. The U.S. is set to lead the sector.
Enel secures $300 million for investment in Latin America
In Chile, Enel Green Power has begun construction on its first solar park in the country, the 36 MW Diego de Almagro facility.
Conergy launches $100 million solar fund for US market
The solar energy company’s new financing program is aimed at the construction of large-scale projects totaling 50 MW and is seen as a model for other growth markets.
Yingli teams up with XSOL in Japan
A new distribution deal beween Yingli and XSOL is expected to help the Chinese solar giant’s sales goals for Japan.
US surpasses 5 GW of utility-scale solar capacity
U.S. solar capacity more than doubled in 2013 thanks to the addition of substantial new capacity around the country in mid-size projects between 4 and 92 MW.
