Meyer Burger secures further sizable equipment orders
The Swiss solar production equipment specialists announced that it has received two orders for its silicon wafer cutting equipment worth CHF 15 million (USD 15.35 million), just a week after the company initiated a major restructuring program.
sPower raises USD786 million for nine solar projects
This combination of tax equity and debt financing will support 339 MW of solar capacity in Southern California, for a total of USD2.32 per watt.
UK: Moixa launches affordable home solar+storage kit
The British battery company announces GBP 5,000 package comprising 2 kWh smart battery and 2 kW solar panel bundle for homeowners, landlords and housing associations in the U.K.
UK generated more electricity from solar than coal over last six months
Between April and September this year, the U.K. produced more electricity from solar than from coal, finds new report from climate change analysts Carbon Brief. STA report adds voice and math to solar’s affordability.
UK generated more electricity from solar than coal over last six months
Between April and September this year, the U.K. produced more electricity from solar than from coal, finds new report from climate change analysts Carbon Brief. STA report adds voice and math to solar’s affordability.
India tops 8.6 GW of solar, ratifies Paris agreement
India’s clean energy progress takes a couple more tangible steps as the country surpasses 8.6 GW of solar PV capacity installed and gives its approval to ratify the Paris Agreement.
Mobisol attracts fresh investment
Investec Asset Management has acquired a significant stake in the German off-grid solar company, while existing shareholder DEG has increased its stake, as the off-grid market in Africa continues to show impressive growth figures.
EDF Renewable Services wins asset management and services for 200 MW portfolio
EDF Renewable Services (EDF RS), of San Diego, announces that they recently assumed the Asset Management and O&M services on a portfolio of solar photovoltaic projects totalling 200 MW.
Turkey to launch new 1 GW solar tender by the end of the year
Turkey’s energy minister announced a new solar tender to be launched by the end of the year. Initial information gives some clues as to what this tender might include.
IREDA plans to encourage bond issuance by solar developers
The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) is planning to trial a Credit Enhancement Guarantee Scheme. The scheme will be aimed at encouraging bond issuance by developers for solar and wind projects that have been running for one year or more.
