1 MW CIGS reference project completed in China
A one MW CIGS photovoltaic reference project has been completed in Chinas south western province, Yunnan using Manz AG modules.
Bosch solar exit official; 3,000 jobs at stake
After months of speculation, Bosch has today confirmed it will exit the crystalline solar sector. As of 2014, the German company will cease production of its photovoltaic ingots, wafers and cells. It will also “quickly” sell its solar business units, including its majority stake in aleo. Decreasing prices has been blamed for the decision. Up to 3,000 employees will be affected.
Sky Solar completes 70 MW Greek PV park
Sky Solar Holdings Co., Ltd has completed and grid connected a 70 MW photovoltaic park in Greece. A 20 year FIT has been secured.
Germany: EnBW believes grid expansion can be partially avoided
Plant and grid operators start a progressive pilot project for better grid integration. This was presented at the “PV System Technology Forum” in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Global microgrid market to grow
Research and consulting firm GlobalData’s latest report shows that the global microgrid market will be worth US$18.9 billion in 2020. This will be a significant increase from US$5.3 billion in 2012.
Global microgrid market to grow
Research and consulting firm GlobalData’s latest report shows that the global microgrid market will be worth US$18.9 billion in 2020. This will be a significant increase from the US$5.3 billion reaped in 2012.
UK: Little in budget for PV
The Solar Trade Association (STA) has posted its disappointment over the 2013 U.K. Budget, handed down by chancellor George Osborne yesterday. On a range of measures, there appears little support for photovoltaics.
Japan: 3.3 MW project grid connected
The first project stemming from Solar Frontier and Belectrics collaboration in Japan has been connected to the grid today. The 3.3 MW photovoltaic power plant was completed by the companies, with Shoseki Engineering and Construction (SEC), in the town where Solar Frontiers 900 MW fab is based.
Wuxi Suntech insolvency official
The Wuxi Municipal Intermediate People’s Court in Jiangsu Province, China, has officially accepted the petition for the insolvency and restructuring of Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltds main subsidiary, Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd, submitted by eight Chinese Banks on March 18.
Australia retains renewable energy target
Despite efforts by some Australian utility companies and industry groups to see Australias Renewable Energy Targets (RET) wound back, the government has decided to maintain them. Utilities are having an impact elsewhere, with fixed electricity prices set to increase to ensure solar households pay “their share” of electricity infrastructure costs.
