Lawmakers back SEIA efforts to end US-China solar standoff
The proposal by the U.S. Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) aimed at ending the solar trade row appears to be gaining momentum and winning the support of key lawmakers. SolarWorld executive remain skeptical, however.
India sets 10 GW solar target by 2017
The Indian government has unveiled ambitious plans to boost solar power generation in the country. The state of Gujarat is pursuing its own plan, increasing both rooftop and canal-top projects.
Poland: proposed regulations look bad for PV
New draft regulations for renewable energy development in Poland, released last week, indicate that PV may have an uphill battle to gain renewable energy market share in the country. The proposed feed-in tariff (FIT) for micro-installations and installations up to 40 kW may still be worthwhile.
Solar, wind could save the US $7 billion in fossil-fuel costs
Adding wind and solar power to the grid is more cost-effective than switching fossil-fueled power plants on and off to make up for the intermittent nature of renewable energy, says the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).
India's solar mission failing to recognize country's potential, says top researcher
K. Sivadasan, researcher and renewable energy expert, has criticized India’s National Solar Mission for failing to focus on the infrastructure required to adequately meet its lofty objectives.
Saudi solar plans taking shape
The world’s leading oil exporter has laid the groundwork for ambitious renewable energy plans in an effort to wean the country off fossil fuels. The country has set a target of 41 GW of solar power by 2032.
Applied Materials, Tokyo Electron to form new chip-making conglomerate
The acquisition of Tokyo Electron by California-based Applied Materials follows increased consolidation in the semiconductor equipment manufacturing sector.
Hanwha Q CELLS supplies 4.5 MW project in France
French renewable energy group VSB has tapped Hanwha Q CELLS modules for its solar farm in southeastern France, saying their reliability as well as Hanwha Q CELLS’ carbon certificate were decisive factors.
Philippines to reach 5 MW solar capacity by year's end
The Philippines is on course to more than double its solar capacity to 5 MW before the end of 2013, according to the Philippine Solar Power Alliance (PSPA).
Utilities in several US states plan ways to make solar customers pay more
Homeowners with solar panels that feed into the grid are getting too good a deal, say some state utilities, with plans afoot to readdress the balance.
