First Solar issues Q3 results early; slashes Q4 guidance
In another surprise announcement from First Solar, the thin film manufacturer has released its third quarter (Q3) 2011 financial results today, as opposed to November 3. Going with the current trend, it has significantly reduced it Q4 and full year guidance.
Italy: 5 MW rooftop installation under construction
Conergy is currently installing one of Italys largest rooftop photovoltaic plants at the exhibition center halls in Parma.
92.5 MW CSP plant planned for China
Hanas New Energy Group has begun construction on a concentrated solar power (CSP) project in Chinas Gaoshawo town, in Yanchi county, Ningxia. It is said to be the first project of its kind in Asia.
NREL develops "game-changing" solar cell furnace
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has developed what it says is a “game-changing” furnace for the solar cell industry.
Wirsol secures equity investor for 24 MW PV park
Wirsol Solar AG has secured a Japanese investor for its 24.1 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic park, located near Berlin, Germany.
GCL-Poly enters solar integration business; plans 83 MW PV project
GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Limited has formally launched its solar system integration business. The company is also planning to build an 83 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic project in California.
Meyer Burger to temporarily stop wire saw production
Another victim of the “highly volatile” solar market conditions, Meyer Burger has said it will stop production of its wire saws at MB Wafertec due to declining demand.
Solon sells 2 Italian PV plants
Norwegian company EAM Solar AS has bought one 1.5 megawatt (MW) Italian photovoltaic plant from Solon, and committed to buying a second. The financial details were not disclosed.
Aurubis to close CIS factory
Europes biggest copper refiner and recycler, Aurubis AG, is taking a step back from its solar activities. As such, CIS Solartechnik GmbH will close down by the end of the year.
Italy: PV installations declining due to revoked permits
The number of photovoltaic installations in Italy is reportedly declining due to fraudulent activity. As such, investment risk in the country is said to be increasing.
