Falling prices hit inverter supplier revenues
Industry analysts IMS Research has released its quarterly PV Inverter Supply and Demand report, which shows that, while shipment volumes have increased markedly over the year, falling prices have resulted in decreased revenues for inverter suppliers.
Suntech to supply 28.7 MW worth of PV modules to US project
SunPeak Solar, LLC has chosen Suntech to supply 28.7 megawatts (MW) DC of photovoltaic modules to its 23 MW AC solar power plant in California.
Brazilian soccer stadium to use PV; aim to install solar on all 2014 world cup venues
Just two months after Brazil grid-connected its first commercial-scale photovoltaic plant, the country is now to play host to Latin Americas first soccer stadium kitted out with solar panels.
Italy: Banks loan 110 million for 5 PV projects
A consortium of banks have provided 110 million in financing for five photovoltaic projects worth 30.4 megawatts (MW) in Italy.
Conergy denies rumors of production line closures in Frankfurt Oder
Following rumors that Germany-based Conergy is looking to reduce its Frankfurt, Oder manufacturing operations and close down certain production lines, a works council called a meeting to inform the employees about the situation.
Madico expands its Performance Analysis Lab: PV Backsheet performance testing
The Specialty Films Division of Madico Inc., announces the expansion of their internal Performance Analysis Lab. The state-of-the-art lab is an extension of Madicos Research and Development division, located at their corporate headquarters in Woburn, MA.
US: Solar proves fertile ground for fast growing companies
In a demonstration of photovoltaics rapid expansion in the U.S., entrepreneurial and business magazine Inc. has named a number of solar companies in its list of the countrys fastest growing businesses. The 2011 Inc. 500|500 was announced yesterday.
Japans renewable legislation PM Kans last act
Democratic Party Prime Minister Naoto Kan has informed his cabinet that he will step down however it appears as if his final act in power will be to see renewable energy legislation signed into law.
US: 8minutenergy and Gestamp given go-ahead to develop 335 MW of PV
8minutenergy Renewables and Gestamp Solar have signed a Generation Interconnection Agreement (GIA) with Californias Imperial Irrigation District (IID), under which they will develop 335 megawatts (MW) worth of photovoltaic projects.
Solar soldiers Down Under
The Australian National University (ANU) has been working with the Australian Defense Force (ADF) to produce wearable photovoltaic cells for its soldiers. The researchers claim the resultant SILVER solar cells are efficient, rugged, flexible and light.
