T-Solar unveils 55 MW PV plans in the Americas
Spain-based T-Solar has announced 55 MW of new photovoltaic projects in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Meanwhile, it is scheduled to bring 44 MW online in Peru.
UBS Investment Bank to help Suntech with debt troubles
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd has taken UBS Investment Bank onboard to help with its debt. According to media reports, however, analysts are skeptical.
Spanish PV manufacturer Yohkon Energía files for voluntary bankruptcy
Spanish photovoltaic module manufacturer Yohkon Energía from the north-western Castile and León autonomous community has initiated voluntary bankruptcy proceedings in front of Commercial Court number 1 of Valladolid.
Solar leads Q3 clean energy investment
Overall, clean energy investments are said to be slipping and it is predicted that 2012 will see an annual drop in funds. On a positive note, however, solar energy is reaping the lions share of investment, compared to wind, hydro, biomass and waste, and energy-smart technologies.
Hanwha given green light for Q.Cells takeover
The European Commission has officially approved Hanwha Groups acquisition of Germany-based Q.Cells SE.
Poland lowers PV support before law comes into force
Polands Ministry of Economy has published a third draft of its Renewable Energy Sources (RES) Act, which is scheduled to come into play on January 1, 2013. Under the changes introduced, photovoltaics will see reduced remuneration for larger installations. Meanwhile, a cap has been placed on support for systems over 10 MW.
France boosts FITs for rooftop PV 'Made in Europe'
In a positive announcement, the French government has said a feed-in tariff (FIT) bonus of 10% will apply to photovoltaic rooftop systems, which have been manufactured in Europe. Furthermore, tariffs for eligible systems will be boosted by 5%.
Solar industry calls for global green free trade
On the back of increased trade tensions, including the AD and CVD debates currently raging in the U.S. and Europe, a number of leading industry players have joined forces to call for the establishment of free trade regulations for the cleantech industry.
China 2012: 5 GW of PV installations predicted
The latest figures from IMS Research indicate that China will see newly installed photovoltaic capacity reach 5 GW by the end of 2012. While the market has seen a slow start, it predicts an enormous end of year surge.
Centrotherm announces management changes
As part of its ongoing reorganization process, centrotherm photovoltaics AG has announced a number of management and supervisory board changes. Of particular note, Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO), Jan von Schuckmann will become the new CEO and CTO, Peter Fath will step down from the management board.
