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Applications & Installations
Brazil: Distributed solar generation reaches 150 MW Overall, Brazil’s total distributed renewable energy generation has topped 200 MW.
Emiliano Bellini
Dec 12, 2017
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EDF launches 30 GW solar plan French energy giant, EDF has announced a 30 GW solar energy plan that is expected to be developed exclusively in France.
Emiliano Bellini
Dec 11, 2017
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Egypt issues tender for 600 MW of solar The tender is the first to be issued under the new auction mechanism, which has replaced the FIT scheme for large-scale solar.
Emiliano Bellini
Dec 11, 2017
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Applications & Installations
Gibraltar introduces net metering An amendment in the Gibraltar Electricity Authority Act will now make it possible to inject renewable energy power produced by residential customers into the local grid.
Emiliano Bellini
Dec 11, 2017
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Markets & Policy
Canadian Solar next Chinese company to consider privatization Canadian Solar Inc. has received a “going private” proposal from chairman, president and CEO, Dr. Shawn Qu, under which he offers US$18.47 per common share. The move follows that of Trina and JA Solar.
Becky Beetz
Dec 11, 2017
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Applications & Installations
Zambia to launch 100 MW solar tender The tender will be open to PV projects not exceeding 20 MW in size, and will award long-term PPAs for the sale of power to local utility ZESCO.
Emiliano Bellini
Dec 11, 2017
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Research & Development
NexWafe secures $9.4 million for kerfless wafer project, targets 50% cost reductions NexWafe GmbH has completed €8 million (around US$9.4 million) in financing for the next stage of its kerfless wafer manufacturing plans. The company sees big market potential for the product, which projects cost reductions of 50%.
Becky Beetz
Dec 11, 2017
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Markets & Policy
Meyer Burger announces at least 100 jobs will go at Thun Following a consultation process with employees, Meyer Burger has announced 100 jobs will definitely go as part of the closure of its Swiss manufacturing site. Another 60 positions are dependent on strategic alternatives being found.
Becky Beetz
Dec 11, 2017
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The weekend read: Empowerment and energy in India Gender issues: Energy access can be transformed from an obstacle to an opportunity for women’s empowerment through the integration of women into the energy supply chain, as well as supportive policies. Organizations in India are working to expand energy access and empower women by boosting incomes, expanding skills and strengthening self-confidence. Over time, these efforts will enable a woman to have greater influence over herself, her family, and her community.
pv magazine
Dec 09, 2017
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