Becky Beetz
SolarWorld vows to fight PV trade case loophole
If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) declines to impose tariffs on photovoltaic modules made in China using cells manufactured in third countries, SolarWorld has said it will “immediately” seek separate action.
Bisol plans 2 MW PV plant in Kazakhstan
Germany-based Bisol Group will install a 2 MW photovoltaic plant in Kazakhstan. When complete, it will be the first project of its kind in the country.
UBS Investment Bank to help Suntech with debt troubles
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd has taken UBS Investment Bank onboard to help with its debt. According to media reports, however, analysts are skeptical.
Solar leads Q3 clean energy investment
Overall, clean energy investments are said to be slipping and it is predicted that 2012 will see an annual drop in funds. On a positive note, however, solar energy is reaping the lions share of investment, compared to wind, hydro, biomass and waste, and energy-smart technologies.
Poland lowers PV support before law comes into force
Polands Ministry of Economy has published a third draft of its Renewable Energy Sources (RES) Act, which is scheduled to come into play on January 1, 2013. Under the changes introduced, photovoltaics will see reduced remuneration for larger installations. Meanwhile, a cap has been placed on support for systems over 10 MW.
Solar industry calls for global green free trade
On the back of increased trade tensions, including the AD and CVD debates currently raging in the U.S. and Europe, a number of leading industry players have joined forces to call for the establishment of free trade regulations for the cleantech industry.
China 2012: 5 GW of PV installations predicted
The latest figures from IMS Research indicate that China will see newly installed photovoltaic capacity reach 5 GW by the end of 2012. While the market has seen a slow start, it predicts an enormous end of year surge.
Centrotherm announces management changes
As part of its ongoing reorganization process, centrotherm photovoltaics AG has announced a number of management and supervisory board changes. Of particular note, Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO), Jan von Schuckmann will become the new CEO and CTO, Peter Fath will step down from the management board.
30 MW PV plant planned for Japan
Yonden Engineering Co. Inc. is to design and build a 30 MW photovoltaic plant in the northern prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. While Kyocera Solar Corporation will supply the necessary modules, a subsidiary of Eurus Energy Group will operate the finished plant.
Applied Materials announces major workforce reduction
Applied Materials Inc. has announced it will cut between 900 and 1,300 jobs in a bid to realign its global workforce.
