First Solar knocks it out of the park in Q3
The thin-film maker topped $1 billion in quarterly revenue with impressive profitability and a strong war chest as it continues its retooling for Series 6.
New transparent solar glass developed by scientists at Michigan State University
The new solar see through hardware was developed by engineers at Michigan State University, and is seen as a potential energy source which could collect to as much solar power as current traditional rooftop modules.
Microlink Devices signs deal with NREL to produce lightweight HJT cells
U.S. based semiconductor manufacturer Microlink Devices has signed an exclusive deal with the U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to commercialize a type of lightweight heterojunction solar cell architecture, which could be utilized in powering satellites and aircraft.
Tesla/SolarCity plans $340 million securitization of distributed solar
The latest bundling of solar leases and PPAs by the company that pioneered the practice is not small one.
Kaua’i to get its biggest solar and storage system to date
The island which has been called a ‘postcard from the future’ for its high levels of solar and energy storage is getting ready for 28 MW more solar and 20 MW of batteries.
Amid devastation, Tesla begins restoring power in Puerto Rico
Current estimates suggest 80% of Puerto Rico is still without power, but thanks to Elon Musk’s efforts at least one children’s hospital has been able to turn the lights on.
Technology with electron multiplication potential comes out of Lab at University of California
A new photodetector, a device that senses light, has been developed by Physicists at the University of California. The device functions by combining two distinct inorganic materials and producing quantum mechanical processes that could revolutionize the way solar energy is collected.
Etrion buys $7.4 million of corporate bonds
Etrion has revealed that it has purchased €6.3 million ($7.4 million) of its outstanding corporate bonds.
Hemlock Semiconductor to lay off 100 workers
The U.S.-based polysilicon maker has been in trouble since the imposition of Chinese trade duties on imported polysilicon in 2013.
U.S. thin film PV maker Stion to discontinue operations
The Mississippi-based CIGS manufacturer cites “intense” competition from imports.
