Germany: Chinas big boys deliver PV modules to 40 MW PV park
China-based Trina Solar, Suntech Power and Hareon Solar will deliver a total of 40 megawatts (MW) worth of their modules to a photovoltaic park in Germanys Jännersdorf.
CASM: Chinese solar imports to US fall "sharply"
According to the Coalition for American Solar Manufacturing (CASM), Chinese solar imports to the U.S. fell “sharply” in April, following the issuance of preliminary dumping tariffs from the Department of Commerce (DOC).
China module manufacturer tops SVTC solar scorecard
Trina Solar ranked first in the U.S.-based Silicon Valley Toxics Coalitions (SVTCs) latest solar scorecard. The Chinese photovoltaic module manufacturer ironically knocked SolarWorld off the top spot.
US installs "record" amount of PV in Q1; to exceed 3.2 GW in 2012
According to SEIA and GTM Research 506 MW of photovoltaics were installed in Q1 2012. This, they say, represents “more than any other first quarter on record.” Overall, it is predicted that 3.2 GW will be installed throughout the year. There are concerns for 2013, however.
US: New CIGS PV roadmap announced
Three photovoltaic industry executives have been chosen to lead a new U.S. CIGS PV Roadmap. The aim is to create a national plan for the CIGS industry in order to boost its competitiveness.
Cloudy skies over Intersolar Europe
With mixed feelings and under darkened skies, Intersolar Europe started today in Munich. For the first time the number of exhibitors fell by 16 percent, compared to the previous year. In terms of visitor numbers, Solar Promotion’s Markus Elsässer said he also expects a slight decline.
MBJ Service, Solon and SolarEdge win 2012 Intersolar Awards
In the category “Photovoltaic”, MBJ Service, Solon and SolarEdge have been presented with the 2012 Intersolar Award.
US must develop national cleantech policy
The U.S. may have been ranked as the second biggest cleantech country in 2011 by WWF. However, for it to stay competitive, it must develop a cohesive national policy.
Scheuten saved by Aikosolar
The insolvent Netherlands-based Scheuten Solar has been saved from closure by Chinese solar cell manufacturer, Aikosolar. No financial details were disclosed.
Sovello hunts for investors
Germany-based Sovello GmbH has launched an international M&A process in a bid to find suitable investors.
