DuPont lawsuit accuses SunEdison of patent infringement
The U.S. chemical company claims SunEdison’s cells and modules use a specific type of metallization paste that infringes its patented tellurium paste technology.
Toyota switches on 3.8 MW solar array at UK engine plant
The car giant’s Deeside plant in North Wales has been fitted with 13,000 solar panels that will power 10% of the plants electricity needs each year.
Fire risk prompts North American recall of 1.5 million SolarWorld modules
The solar giant will recall 1.3 million U.S. and 210,000 Canadian systems due to the risk of electrocution, shock or fire caused by incorrectly fitted copper lugs.
pv magazine weekly news round-up: Aug 15-22
A quick look back at the biggest solar news stories that have grabbed our attention over these past seven days.
China, Saudi Arabia to cooperate on renewable energy development
The Middle Eastern kingdom targets 41 GW of solar power by 2032 as it seeks to free up more of its abundant oil and gas reserves for lucrative export.
David Cameron stands firm on UK solar plans despite trade petition
British PM’s response to STA-led petition recognizes solar’s key role in the U.K. energy mix but dismisses calls to review ROC decision.
Chaori Solar administrators to draft restructuring plan
Administrators of first Chinese company to default on a domestic corporate bond have drawn up plans to shape the reorganization of the company and its assets.
Off-grid solar system brings energy transition to Alabama steel company
Apel Stel Corporation’s new 340 kW PV system, boasting more than 1,000 Suntech solar panels, meets 98% of the company’s energy needs.
Community solar program to power Adams County, Colorado
The county will become the first in the U.S. to power its government buildings via the Community Solar Gardens program developed by SunShare.
Trina Solar supplies 82 MW anti-PID modules to Chinese solar project
The Chinese solar company’s anti-potential induced degradation modules will be fitted at a new solar PV plant in Jiangsu Province, China.
