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.
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.
Verengo Solar files for bankruptcy, will sell solar assets to Crius Energy
Using Section 363 of Chapter 11 bankruptcy laws, the troubled California solar installer hopes to regain its position as a major installer in California as well as expand nationally.
United PV to pay $39m for six UK solar farms, secures 40 MW from Shunfeng
The Chinese firm will spend GBP 30 million to acquire the solar farms, which have a combined capacity of 82.4 MW. Agreement struck to buy 40 MW Chinese plant from Shunfeng.
SunPower to buy AUO's stake in cell JV
U.S. solar producer SunPower will acquire Taiwan’s AU Optronic’s stake in a cell production facility joint venture the companies entered into in 2010. Under the deal, SunPower will pay $170 million over four years and take complete control of what is describes as “our highest performing solar cell fab.”
SPI 2016: Time for solar to grow up
The time is now for solar to take a seat at the adults table and achieve scale within the U.S. energy marketplace. This was one of the key messages at the opening session of the Solar Power International trade show that kicked off in Las Vegas today.
Goldwind confirms first Australian project, coupling solar and wind
Chinas Goldwind has revealed that it will commission its first solar plant in Australia, the 20 MW White Rock project, by late 2017.
Thai investment in Japanese PV surging
Bangkok-based zinc producer Padaeng Industry (PDI) has revealed plans to invest t1.5 billion baht ($43.2 million) on the development of 13 MW of PV capacity, according to local reports.
Japanese business heavyweights urge solar support
As Japan’s energy system approaches a crucial junction, business leaders have urged Japanese policymakers to stay the course with renewables development. The case was also made for the establishment of an Asian super grid that could connect the countries of Northeast Asia in a single, meshed electricity network.
Morocco aims to equip 600 mosques with PV; solar feed in regulations draw close
A collaboration between Moroccan and German institutions will lead to the energy upgrade of 600 mosques in Morocco. The facilities will be equipped with with LED lighting, photovoltaic systems, and solar water heaters. While it has been a long time coming, signs are appearing that the Moroccan government will finally put in place regulations that will allow for a tariff to be paid for rooftop solar electricity fed into the grid.
