PV equipment association to cooperate with Saudi solar industry
The International PV Equipment Association (IPVEA) has entered into a mutual cooperation agreement with the Saudi Arabia Solar Industry Association (SASIA). The aim is to promote the benefits of photovoltaics in the MENA region and share knowledge.
Deutsche Bank: Sustainable solar market expected in 2014
Buoyed by bullish demand forecasts, and increasing utilization rates and pricing, Deutsche Bank forecasts a solar market transition from subsidized to sustainable in 2014.
Report: PV hits profits margins and sales of central German power generators
The increase of cheaper photovoltaics on the German wholesale power market is reducing the profits and sales of large central power generators. They are hitting back by “heavily” lobbying against decentralization, according to Renewable Analytics, which has further suggested a restructuring of Germanys renewable energy levy.
Poland: Renewable energy law could be adopted in March
Polands new renewable energy law is expected to be adopted by the government by the end of March. However, due to the EC notification process, it is not anticipated to enter into force until mid-2014. Meanwhile, mandatory certification for imported biomass has been suggested.
Pakistan to vote on solar PV FIT program
Pakistan is gearing up to introduce a photovoltaic feed-in tariff (FIT) program, which will see US$0.2329 paid per kWh to plants between one and 100 MW in size. A meeting is scheduled to be held on February 27 to finalize the plans.
White paper unveils details of Saudi's 54 GW renewable energy plans
A white paper has been released detailing the proposed competitive procurement process (CPP) of Saudi Arabias K.A.Care program, which aims to install 41 GW of solar in the region by 2032. The first tendering round is scheduled to be held in the first half of this year. Local content will play a significant role.
2012 PV demand under 30 GW
According to the latest figures from Solarbuzz, 2012 photovoltaic demand grew just 5% on 2011 to reach 29 GW. Meanwhile, the company predicts that “rapid globalization” will characterize 2013.
PV inverter after sales service market predicted to boom
IMS Research reports that the photovoltaic inverter after sales service market is expected to more than double between 2012 and 2017, with utility-scale installations set to lead the growth.
Chinese PV modules face mandatory European registration
According to reports, it is likely that Chinese photovoltaic modules imported into Europe will have to register with European customs from this March, meaning the option to backdate any duties would exist. The aim is to stop importers bulk buying modules before any duties are applied.
Reports of layoffs at Nanosolar
Reports are mounting that CIGS startup Nanosolar is laying off staff as it struggles in the current market.
