France publishes PV FIT bonus details
The French government has published details of its 10% FIT bonus for PV systems produced in the European Union. In other news, French energy giant EDF has reportedly announced the construction of a new photovoltaic production site for Photowatt.
TSMC hits 15% module efficiency
In another sign that TSMC Solar is achieving rapid efficiency gains, the Taiwanese manufacturer has announced it has achieved 15.1% module efficiency. The module sets a new record for monolithic thin film efficiency, using its CIGS technology.
US: CASM appeals PV trade case loophole
Appeals have been filed against the U.S. Department of Commerces recent ruling that Chinese photovoltaic manufacturers may assemble and ship modules to the U.S. using solar cells produced in countries outside of China without incurring tariffs.
China: Sky Solar plants in Xinjiang and the Czech Republic
Chinese photovoltaic project developer Sky Solar has connected the first 30 MW of a 200 MW solar park in Xinjiang Province, as well as securing funding for three projects in the Czech Republic.
Spain announces more PV FIT decreases
Following the introduction of a new energy tax at the beginning of 2013, photovoltaic producers are now faced with more feed-in tariff (FIT) woes.
Cyprus issues licenses for 23 PV parks
The Cypriot Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism has announced the results of its online tender with regards to the licensing of photovoltaic parks in the Republic of Cyprus.
Japanese solar companies set to visit New Delhi
With foreign solar companies keen to enter the Indian market despite strict photovoltaic cell and module local content requirements, consultancy Bridge to India has arranged for prominent Japanese companies to meet with domestic photovoltaic developers.
Solar market remains 'stock-still'
Its okay to blink. Most of the solar market is going nowhere fast at least, nowhere that the risk-averse investor would want to be. The sector remains a challenging place to do business, as long as subsidies continue to shrink worldwide and panels remain plentiful. There are, however, some interesting opportunities, both downstream and (surprisingly) online.
Japan: Solar helps Panasonic trim costs
Electronics giant Panasonic has released its consolidated figures for the last three quarters of 2012, noting a fall in demand for photovoltaics and lithium-ion batteries in Europe.
Finland: Cencorp to open Finnish module production line
Finnish company Cencorp Corporation has bucked the global trend of PV manufacturers by announcing its intent to start a production line in Europe.
