SolarCity to begin production of >22% efficient PV modules this month
Calling it the world’s most efficient rooftop solar panel, the company says it will produce PV modules with greater than 22% efficiency at a pilot facility.
SMA surpasses 1 GW inverter milestone in Japan
The German inverter manufacturer becomes the first non-Japanese supplier to reach this milestone. Local presence in market since 2011 has delivered constant growth drivers.
Austin, Texas to procure up to 300 MW of solar now, another 300 MW later
Today the Austin City Council meets to consider two sets of contracts, but the decision appears to be a done deal. More than 600 MW of bids came in at under five US cents per kWh.
NEXTracker completes 110 MW shipment to SunEdison Chile solar farm
Supply of Self-Powered Trackers to the 110 MW Quilapilun power plant in Chile now complete; SunEdison developing the project, which is set to become the company’s largest in South America.
Joint Sunpower/First Solar yieldco reports solid quarterly results
In its first quarterly results since becoming a public company, 8point3 reported strong results, in contrast to the poor stock performance for yieldcos across the board.
pv magazine video coverage of Solar Power International via pv magazine LIVE
pv magazine has expanded its coverage of the global solar industry and markets into video, including special coverage of the Solar Power International trade show in Southern California.
SMA revises 2015 sales upwards, anticipates loss reversal
German PV power electronics giant SMA has revised up its 2015 full-year sales forecast up by EUR 50 million ($56 million). The company predicts it will break even (EBIT) or book a EUR 10 million profit for the year.
Australia leads world in residential solar penetration
New data have revealed that Australia has the highest rate of PV penetration in the residential segment. Report publisher describes Australia’s role as: “pioneering the experiment of rooftop solar and the world is watching.”
Arkansas approves power contract for 81 MW solar PV project
The Stuttgart Solar project will be the first large-scale solar plant to be built in the state. The project is planned to be completed no later than mid-2019.
Greece’s new government: new energy policy?
With Greece forming a new government, will the country at last engage with the serious reforms it needs to keep it afloat? And will the energy sector embrace groundbreaking technological change?
