Walmart leads nation in commercial solar use
The solar craze that has engulfed America is clearly evident among leading U.S. companies that have embraced PV in an effort to maintain efficiency and lower energy costs.
Manz secures 20.8% CIGS cell technology
The Baden-Württemberg Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research (ZSW) has announced the production of a world record efficiency 20.8% CIGS cell. Equipment supplier Manz has secured exclusive rights to the technology in its CIGSfab.
Exclusive: Enel acquires more than 100 MW in Greece
In a move so far kept strictly under wraps, Italian utility company Enel has purchased licenses to build 102.5 MW of new solar PV parks in Greece.
ABB supplies inverters for 17 MW Israeli plants
The central inverters have successfully fed power to Israel’s power distribution network, delivering approximately 26-28 MWh of clean energy a year.
DuPont, Heraeus settle patent dispute
DuPont and Heraeus Precious Metals North America Conshohocken LLC have announced the settlement of pending lawsuits regarding the photovoltaic paste business.
US public land solar auction fails to attract bidders
Inaugural federal auction held by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), arranged in response to growing private sector interest in solar development, receives no bids.
Solar Frontier delivers 86 MW to Chiyoda for multiple Japan projects
The solar manufacturer has supplied its CIS solar panels for 18 separate installations across Japan, with Chiyoda Corporation performing EPC services.
LDK Solar arranges second 30-day payment extension
The debt-saddled manufacturer has negotiated another 30-day period in which it will pay no interest on its loans as the company explores financing options.
Uruguay receives 11 bids for PV projects totaling 27 MW
The State-owned UTE is fielding offers from a request for proposal to install solar parks of up to 1 and 5 MW. The auction follows the country’s recent program to add 200 MW of solar to its energy mix.
JAG Energy to build 13 MW solar plant in Japan
The facility, which will be equipped with Toshiba panels, will supply Tokyo Electric Power Co.
