NRG Energy brings solar power to New Orleans school
Unveils first solar powered playground at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School for Science and Technology.
Japan: Solar lifts the gloom for Kyocera
Increasing demand for solar in Japan and the cost reductions found from the plunging price of polysilicon helped electronics giant Kyocera mitigate group losses from falls in demand for its non smartphone mobiles, PCs and flat screen TVs.
France publishes PV FIT bonus details
The French government has published details of its 10% FIT bonus for PV systems produced in the European Union. In other news, French energy giant EDF has reportedly announced the construction of a new photovoltaic production site for Photowatt.
TSMC hits 15% module efficiency
In another sign that TSMC Solar is achieving rapid efficiency gains, the Taiwanese manufacturer has announced it has achieved 15.1% module efficiency. The module sets a new record for monolithic thin film efficiency, using its CIGS technology.
US: NRG starts up 66 MW PV plant in California
New Jersey-based energy company NRG Energy Inc has announced the start of commercial operations at what has been described as California’s largest fully operational solar facility.
US: CASM appeals PV trade case loophole
Appeals have been filed against the U.S. Department of Commerces recent ruling that Chinese photovoltaic manufacturers may assemble and ship modules to the U.S. using solar cells produced in countries outside of China without incurring tariffs.
China: Sky Solar plants in Xinjiang and the Czech Republic
Chinese photovoltaic project developer Sky Solar has connected the first 30 MW of a 200 MW solar park in Xinjiang Province, as well as securing funding for three projects in the Czech Republic.
Spain announces more PV FIT decreases
Following the introduction of a new energy tax at the beginning of 2013, photovoltaic producers are now faced with more feed-in tariff (FIT) woes.
Ukraine adopts reduced PV tariffs
The Ukrainian government has officially adopted reduced tariff rates for photovoltaic systems. Consequently, all systems put into operation from April 1, 2013, will see tariffs decrease by between 16 and 27%.
Cyprus issues licenses for 23 PV parks
The Cypriot Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism has announced the results of its online tender with regards to the licensing of photovoltaic parks in the Republic of Cyprus.
