Suntech CFO resigns
Suntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd interim CFO has resigned from her post. Anlin Ting-Mason will stay on as CFO of Suntech America, however.
Chile launches online tool to study solar availability
A new online tool that permits solar energy developers to precisely explore the availability of solar resources for the entire territory of continental Chile has been launched by Chiles Ministry of Energy, and the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Chile.
S.A.G Solarstrom JV to see 440 MWp of PV installed in Spain
Germany-based S.A.G. Solarstrom AG has unveiled a joint venture (JV) with Spanish companies Valsolar 2006, S.L. and Cavalum SGPS, S.A. under which they will develop a 440 MWp photovoltaic project.
SolarWorld vows to fight PV trade case loophole
If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) declines to impose tariffs on photovoltaic modules made in China using cells manufactured in third countries, SolarWorld has said it will “immediately” seek separate action.
New off-grid PV concepts unveiled
Although off-grid photovoltaic technology still represents a relatively small market segment in the solar industry, for many, the technology has become vitally important. At the second Off-grid Experts Workshop organized by Phaesun, numerous specialists met in order to discuss the newest concepts.
Bisol plans 2 MW PV plant in Kazakhstan
Germany-based Bisol Group will install a 2 MW photovoltaic plant in Kazakhstan. When complete, it will be the first project of its kind in the country.
Russia plans solar auction
Russia is gearing up to introduce its first solar support program. While the details have still to be worked out, it is expected that an auction system will be employed in Q2 2013.
Indian solar manufacturers ask for anti-dumping duties of up to 200%
Media has reported that India is expected to launch an anti-dumping investigation into imports of photovoltaic modules into the country. According to the Indian Ministry of Commerce, the Indias solar manufactures have called for anti-dumping duties as high as 200%. Bridge to India reports on the situation.
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.
