Ascent Solar figures hit by government delays
Rise in consumer electronics sales cannot mask R&D contract losses for CIGS manufacturer Ascent. The Colorado-based thin film maker has announced plans for a manufacturing facility in Suqian, China.
Punjab chief minister announces 500 MW plant
Few details are released about a project deal reportedly agreed with Canada. Chief minister Sharif is also said to have announced plans for a 1 GW electricity generation scheme.
Transatlantic bid for next generation of batteries
The $120 million project to develop the next generation of energy storage batteries is looking across the Atlantic for assistance. A roundtable at the US embassy in Berlin sought to tap into German expertise.
REC panels power Cedarville University
REC panels will power a 2.15 MW installation at Cedarville University. The array will provide 10% of the university’s energy needs.
ABB to construct 100 MW PV plant in Canada
The Zurich-based power and automation technology group has been awarded an order to build the first phase of Ontario’s Grand Renewable Energy Park, valued at CAD$80 million (USD$76.8 million).
SolarCity posts third-quarter profit, 52% revenue increase
The U.S. company has reported a strong revenue increase from operating leases as well as a rise in solar system sales and expects to achieve a total of 278 MW deployed this year.
US Energy Department to slash red tape, spur solar deployment
The Solar Energy Industries Association has welcomed the Energy Department’s efforts to simplify, streamline and standardize legal processes for home and business owners to install solar systems.
SolarWorld closes in on deal for Bosch solar plant
The German solar giants have expressed an interest in acquiring Bosch’s solar panel plant in Arnstadt, Germany. An official announcement is expected this week.
SunEdison secures $185 million for South African project
The investment from Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) will fund the 60 MW Boshof Solar Park in the country’s Free State province.
DuPont breaks ground on 4.4 MW solar plant in France
The project, consisting of nearly 18,000 Jinko Solar panels, will be the largest solar installation so far built on DuPont land.
