Mark Hutchins
Astronergy equips Bangladesh post offices with solar modules
Solar module manufacturers Astronergy will provide solar modules for 8500 post offices across the nation of Bangladesh. The modules will provide a reliable off grid power source to post offices in remote regions where power cuts or lack of grid connection are a problem.
UK power regulator opens dialogue on smarter energy system
Ofgem and the UK Government have announced a call for views on how a smarter and more flexible energy system could create better value for the country’s energy customers. Ofgem estimates that smarter energy use could benefit both consumers and the industry to the tune of £8 billion a year.
Suzlon & Ostro announce 50 MW project in Telangana
Suzlon and Ostro Energy, two names more commonly associated with Indias wind energy industry, have announced plans to jointly develop a 50 MW solar project at Wanaparthy, Telangana, according to Mercom Capital. Both companies expect the project to be commissioned in 2017.
Dyesol announce CSIRO collaboration plan
Leading Australian developers Dyesol have today announced the signing of a letter of intent (LOI) to collaborate with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in the development of perovskite solar cells (PSC).
United Photovoltaics announces acquisition of 40 MW plant in Shandong
United Photovoltaics Group has completed its acquisition of the entire equity interest in Haiyang-Xin Shunfeng Photovoltaic Technology Co. Ltd.
Sungevity and Solar Brokers Canada announce partnership
California based developers Sungevity have announced a partnership with Canadas largest solar energy reseller, Solar Brokers Canada. The two will team up to market Sungevitys products to residential customers in the USA.
Utility scale storage project breaks ground in New England
Massachusettss first utility scale storage project got underway this week in the town of Sterling. The battery is being supplied to the Sterling Municipal Light Department (SMLD) by NEC Energy Solutions.
Corporate funding for solar hits $3 billion
Total corporate funding in the solar sector hit US$3 billion in the third quarter of 2016, according to a report released this week by clean energy consulting firm Mercom Capital Group.
Corporate funding for solar hits $3 billion
Total corporate funding in the solar sector hit US$3 billion in the third quarter of 2016, according to a report released this week by clean energy consulting firm Mercom Capital Group.
Canadian Solar Secures Loan from Japanese Syndicate
Canadian Solar projects K.K., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canadian Solar, today announced that it has entered into a syndicated 3-year loan facility for JPY 9.6 billion (US$95 million). Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is the lead arranger of the agreement.
