Big interest in Malaysia's PV FIT
At the Renewable Energy World Asia conference, which opened today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, it has been revealed that there have been a large number of enquiries ahead of Malaysias new feed-in tariff (FIT) scheme’s implementation.
Suntech refutes accusations of Chinese dumping prices
Recent comments made by SolarWorlds Frank Asbeck claiming that the Chinese solar companies are selling their wares at dumping prices, driving others out of the market has created some ripples, with Suntech refuting the comment. And amidst the continuing growth in China, some U.S. companies are seeing a slump, post-Solyndra meltdown.
Solyndra executives plead the Fifth Amendment
Bankrupt solar company Solyndra’s executives have refused to testify at a hearing of the House Energy and Commerce Commitee, despite being bombarded with questions from the commitee Republicans.
SEMI reports weak PV equipment demand
In another sign of trying times for photovoltaics, manufacturing industry association SEMI has reported that the book-to-bill ratio for equipment manufacturers has fallen below parity. This indicates that supply is exceeding demand.
Solyndra bankruptcy a potential headache for First Solar; loan selection process called into question
The Solyndra meltdown appears to be affecting more than just its employees. According to industry analysts, a number of First Solars photovoltaic projects awaiting loan guarantees could also be negatively affected. Meanwhile, a letter sent to U.S. Secretary Chu has questioned the DOE loan selection process.
US solar outpaces global market and remains "bullish"
Lower prices and a rapidly changing global landscape have pushed the solar market in the U.S. to post record second quarter growth and keep the market growing at a “bullish” rate. New Jersey has overtaken California as the leading non-residential market.
Sunlogics expands manufacturing capacity; announces strategic plans
New solar start-up Sunlogics has acquired two photovoltaic module manufacturing facilities. In an interview with pv magazine the company unveils its strategies going forward, including its Chinese ambitions.
Update: JinkoSolar expects to resume manufacturing operations soon
JinkoSolar has been ordered to close its Haining manufacturing plant in Chinas Zhejiang province following protests by villagers that it was releasing toxins into a local river. The company says it expects to resume operations “within the next few days”.
US sees "substantially" decreased PV installation costs
New research has indicated that the installed cost of photovoltaic systems in the U.S. “substantially” decreased in 2010 and during the first six months of 2011. For the first time, data is available on utility-scale installed costs trends.
PV Rome focuses on Italys solar future
The fifth PV Rome Mediterranean 2011 kicked off yesterday. The future of Italys photovoltaic industry was the main focus of the opening conference. A key advertising theme is “Made in Europe”.
