Australian federal budget "disappointing" for solar
The Australian Federal Budget was handed down in the capital Canberra today providing mixed news for the photovoltaic industry as the government aims to implement over AUD$20 billion (15 billion) in cuts to return to a surplus.
Applied Materials secures wire saw order from GCL-Poly
GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Ltd. has ordered wire saws representing over 2.5 gigawatts of wafering capacity from Applied Materials. The order value was not disclosed.
1.56 MW PV system completed at Cincinnati Zoo
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is enjoying a newly installed 1.56 megawatt photovoltaics system. It is said to be the largest publicly accessible solar array in an urban setting.
Solar Trust of America and SolarHybrid form PV JV
The Solar Trust of America has entered the photovoltaics market, having formed a joint venture (JV) with SolarHybrid AG. The new company, SolarHybrid of America, LLC, will develop utility-scale solar projects in North America.
Italys fourth Conto Energia signed; strong growth predicted
Italys fourth Conto Energia has finally been signed into law. While this is good news, analysts believe the delay has been “extremely disruptive”. The 200 kilowatt ground-mounted market has also taken a blow. Nevertheless, 3.5 to four gigawatts (GW) of installed photovoltaics capacity is expected in the second half of 2011, with further growth predicted in 2012.
Germany: Röttgen aims to reform EEG
The German Federal Minister for the Environment aims to introduce an optional market bonus for renewable energies. Now he has submitted a corresponding benchmark paper that also contains sweeping changes for solar energy subsidies.
Algatec to manufacture PV modules in Ontario
Algatec Solar AGs Canadian subsidiary will establish a 50,000 square foot photovoltaic module manufacturing facility in Ontario.
Meyer Burger not looking to completely takeover Roth & Rau
According to news sources, Meyer Burger is not looking to completely take over Roth & Rau. CEO, Peter Pauli states that just 50 percent of its shares would be satisfactory.
MEMC YOY sales boosted by solar activities
MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. has reported an impressive boost in its year-on-year sales, primarily due to its solar materials division and subsidiary, SunEdison. Its sequential results, however, did decrease, partly due to SunEdison.
Meyer Burger publishes Roth & Rau offer document following FFSA approval
Meyer Burger Technology Ltd has received approval from the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (FFSA) to publish the offer document regarding its voluntary public tender offer for all non-par-value bearer shares of Roth & Rau AG.
