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Research & Development

New alloy could pave the way for next generation solar cells Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new semiconductor alloy that can capture near-infrared light in the leading edge of the visible light spectrum. This could be a major step forward the development of a new generation of solar cells called “concentrator photovoltaics”.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 19, 2017

GCL PV installation

Research & Development

GCL-SI achieves 20.1% efficiency for its PERC solar cells in mass production The Chinese PV manufacturer has achieved a new efficiency breakthrough for its PERC solar cells, with the help of nanostructured black silicon. GCL-SI plans to reach an efficiency of up to 21.0% by the end of this year.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 14, 2017

Applications & Installations

Helsinki Airport goes solar A new rooftop PV system will help to lower the airport´s carbon footprint. Finavia plans to reduce the emissions on all of the company’s 21 airports to zero by 2020. The Helsinki airport will meet this goal by this year, expects the Finnish company.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 14, 2017

Applications & Installations

German start-up launches smart DC mini grid in India Since the beginning of June, the first 30 households in India have been connected to a mini-grid system powered by PV and equipped with a hybrid storage facility. In addition to the successful inauguration, the german start up BOS has introduced Indian technicians and villagers to the new technology.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 14, 2017

Applications & Installations

Punjab cabinet approves privatization of 100 MW solar park in Pakistan Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif promised a transparent privatization. The 100 MW solar park is part of a 1 GW PV project in the Punjab region.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 13, 2017

Markets & Policy

Pfalzsolar sells two PV plants in UK London based Empower Community has purchased two solar power plants from Pfalzsolar on the British island. The solar systems, each with 5 MW capacity, are expected to deliver green electricity for the region as a community project.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 08, 2017

Applications & Installations

E.ON completes 10 MW energy storage system in Arizona The Iron Horse project is paired with a 2 MW solar array and will provide frequency regulation as well as voltage control support.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 02, 2017

Markets & Policy

Wanted: Investor for the entire SolarWorld Group Solarworld claims that the business has been stabilized, and first customers have been supplied again. It was also announced that Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Georg Hansen, will resign in June.

Carl Johannes Muth, Petra Hannen

Jun 02, 2017

Applications & Installations

Syria: First solar-powered hospital begins operation A PV installation combined with a diesel generator at a Syrian hospital is to ensure stable energy supply that can save lives. Syria´s location and climate offer optimal conditions for the use of PV, that could help to overcome power shortages in the war torn country.

Carl Johannes Muth

Jun 01, 2017