Germany launches first cross-border PV auction with Denmark
Germany’s Federal Network Agency, which oversees the country’s solar auctions and renewable energy incentive regulation, announced on Wednesday the first mutually opened auction for ground-mounted PV installations with Denmark.
Sunworks seeks federal contracts
California based developer Sunworks this week announced the appointment of Charles E. Cunningham as managing director. The appointment is a strategic move to develop Sunworks federal solar business.
Tesla, SolarCity set November 17 as date for shareholder votes
The moment of truth is coming for the consolidation of Elon Musks clean energy empire.
German renewables surcharge to rise 8% next year
The country’s transmission system operators are set to publish the newly calculated green power levy on Friday.
The levy currently accounts for approximately 22% of a customer’s total bill. For a three-person household with a consumption of 3,500 kilowatt hours a year, the tax will increase by 18 euros to 240 euros a year following the hike.
Nuclear fallout: Vattenfall sues Germany
Swedish energy group Vattenfall is suing the German government for 4.7 billion euros in compensation in connection with the country’s phase-out of nuclear energy.
SoLayTec finds buyers for ALD systems
The Durch firm has booked 22 ALD system orders since its inception in 2010.
Canada's Solar Ship to take flight in Africa
The Toronto-based company is launching a joint venture with Manaf Freighters that will use its unique airships to provide critical cargo, such as food, clothing, medical supplies and basic necessities, to remote areas.
First solar connects 52.5 MW solar PV plant in Jordan
The Shams Ma’an Plant now meets 1% of Jordan’s total power generation capacity, and bolsters the nation’s embrace of solar power.
World now far less wasteful with energy, finds IEA report
The International Energy Agency says that energy efficiency drives are beginning to have a positive impact, saving $540bn last year, but more vigorous policies required in order to meet climate goals.
Solar to meet 20% of global power generation by 2060, says World Energy Council
‘Phenomenal’ rise of solar and wind technologies to transform global power mix as world reaches per capita energy demand peak as early as 2030, report says.
