Qatar Solar Energy opens 300 MW PV factory in Qatar
The vertically integrated module production plant, located in Doha’s industrial zone, will become one of the largest PV factories in the MENA region.
CSUN signs 50 MW supply agreement in Turkey
The framework agreement will see the Chinese cell and module manufacturer deliver its high efficiency products to Germany’s KosiFrankensolar’s Turkish projects.
PV CYCLE elects international-looking board
The European take-back and recycling association has appointed Luis Torres from SunPower as its new president, with other solar luminaries joining the board.
OCI Solar Power signs $40 million loan agreement for 39.6 MW Texan PV project
The U.S. solar company has agreed the loan with the North American Development Bank (NADB) for the construction of the Alamo 4 Solar Park in Texas.
Buffett to double down on solar and wind investment
The U.S. tycoon revealed he is ready to pour another $15 billion into his Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s renewable energy interests, taking expenditure to $30 billion.
Intersolar Europe: Borosil calls for Indian anti-dumping duties on solar glass
The Indian solar glass industry requires the same protection from dumped materials as modules and cells, says Gujarat Borosil vice chairman.
Intersolar Europe: Suntech plotting European expansion
Amid persistent rumors of Suntech’s latest acquisitions, company CEO Eric Luo announces plans to further embrace the European market.
Intersolar Europe: Exhibition marching to international beat
Interest from international PV players has dominated discussions at the show, reflecting Europe’s diminishing influence in the industry.
Intersolar Europe: Hanwha SolarOne signs MoU for 5 MW Turkish PV project
The deal between local EPC company Halk Enerji and Hanwha SolarOne is the first to take advantage of Turkey’s new licensing landscape.
Intersolar: Opening press conference stresses importance of sustainable incentives
Markus Elsässer, Solar Promotion CEO, joined BSW MD Carsten Körnig in calling for wider adoption of self-consumption policies throughout the PV sector.
