Poland: 2 new solar farms to be installed
Two new solar farms are to be set up in Rz?dów and Legnica, both in Poland, according to various reports in the Polish media.
APAC region driving global PV demand as industry transitions
According to new figures, the Asia Pacific (APAC) region in particular is set to experience significant end of year photovoltaic demand. Meanwhile, conditions are expected to remain challenging in the more established markets.
Pakistan: Punjab government turns to solar
In a bid to foster awareness of alternative energy resources the Punjab government in Pakistan has unveiled its plans to install up to 500,000 solar home solutions in the province.
Interview: Cheap PV and quality can go hand in hand
This September, Solarpraxis is organizing a workshop on Quality Assurance. Chief executive, Karl-Heinz Remmers talks to pv magazine about why this topic is still so important for the photovoltaics industry. Even in times of huge cost pressure, there are actions that all those involved can take.
Italy to be knocked out of top 3 PV markets
New figures have revealed that new global photovoltaic installations surpassed 13 GW in the first six months of 2012. In 2H almost 18 GW is expected to be added. For the FY, Germany, China and the U.S. will be the leading markets, while Italy will fall into fourth place.
Switzerland cuts PV tariffs for a third time
Photovoltaic feed-in tariffs (FITs) in Switzerland will be reduced for a third time this year, from October 1.
India accuses US of "ruining" domestic PV industry
Indias Centre for Science and Technology (CSE) has launched a scathing attack on U.S. photovoltaic manufacturers, claiming they are “ruining” Indias domestic photovoltaic manufacturing industry by taking advantage of the US$30 billion Fast Start Finance Fund.
Juwi exits German PV rooftop business
Germany-based juwi has said it will not build any more photovoltaic rooftop systems in Germany. The decision will affect around 60 to 80 employees, who, it is hoped, can be incorporated in other areas of the project designer’s business.
Japan: Orix to install 200 MW of solar
According to reports, Japan-based Orix Corp. will invest a total of 54 billion yen, or US$680 million in the installation of 200 MW of solar projects.
Approvals for Greek PV systems stopped, drastic cuts introduced
The Greek government has said it is seeking to restore liquidity to the electricity market through the introduction of new measures. A part of this change will see photovoltaic funding drastically cut and approvals for PV systems stopped.
