AE Solar enters Australian market, introducing new module features
German-headquartered module manufacturer AE Solar is looking to enter the Australian market in 2020. It has begun accrediting its module range with the Clean Energy Council and believes its Supreme modules, which are resistant to shade and hot spots, will attract installers.
Deal reached to keep Energyra module production in the Netherlands
The Dutch PV manufacturer plans to start production this year after a last-minute rescue package arrived as the company’s equipment was being auctioned off.
Trina Solar begins mass production of 425 W bifacial glass-glass module
The Chinese PV manufacturer uses TOPCon half cells for the modules. The additional rear side yield is estimated by Trina at 5-30%.
Manz reports improved Q3 sales, EBIT
The German PV equipment provider saw sales increase by a third in the first three quarters of 2018. Full year 2018 guidance remains unchanged.
Becquerel winners submit resolution for revival of solar industry to the EU
At the EU PVSEC in Brussels this week, prominent representatives of the solar industry joined an appeal to rebuild a major European PV production line along the entire value chain. They called on the EU Commission and member states to introduce eco-labels and recycling criteria for solar modules, to stimulate PV expansion and align research policy with the revival of the solar industry.
Ecoprogetti awarded 250 MW PV production line in Vietnam
Italian solar equipment manufacturer, Ecoprogetti has finalized an order for a 250 MW PV production line in Vietnam. The glass-backsheet line will be installed by June 2018, according to to the company.
India releases roadmap for RE rollout, announces 20 GW manufacturing auction
The Indian government has unveiled a roadmap for achieving its 2022 renewable energy goals. It has also announced plans for a 20 GW auction to boost domestic RE manufacturing.
Panasonic to close US ingot factory and eliminate 92 jobs
In its announcement, the company cited “business conditions in [its] part of the solar industry” as the reason for the closure, making it the second Oregon solar company to announce a closure in the past month.
European PV manufacturing must be preserved, say more than 50 organizations
Joint letter from 50 solar PV organizations in Europe sent to policymakers of all EU member states to serve as reminder of the importance of PV manufacturing in the continent.
