Germany launches renewable energy installation register
Operators of wind turbines and biomass facilities will have to register their systems with the Federal Network Agency, which already keeps track of PV plants in order to determine solar subsidy degression rates based on the number of installations.
Yingli surpasses 10 GW of global solar module deployment
The vertically integrated PV manufacturer reached the milestone in June, adding that the tally amounts to 40 million PV modules globally.
Enphase Energy cuts second-quarter loss, posts record revenue
Strong demand from the core domestic market as well as from overseas helped boost sales at the California solar microinverter systems manufacturer.
SPI partners with Wircon on UK joint venture
The companies initially plan to develop 55 MW of PV projects in the United Kingdom. SPI has recently raised nearly $50 million to expand its international activities.
US, Chinese solar EPC companies continue to dominate global PV installations
Of the 10 companies it predicts will top this year’s ranking, six are based in China while four are in North America, reports IHS. South Africa is expected to grow fivefold in 2014, installing close to 600 MW.
SMA buys O&M unit from Phoenix Solar
While the leading German inverter maker is expanding its O&M services in Europe and North America, Phoenix Solar has lowered its revenue and operating profit forecast for the year.
GCL New Energy, Singyes Solar announce far-reaching partnership
The companies will cooperate mainly on distributed generation projects next year with a combined target of at least 500 MW.
French nuclear giant Areva exits CSP
Majority state owned nuclear power plant developer Areva has announced plans to close its concentrated solar power (CSP) business.
World’s largest solar boat charts course for ancient Greece
Solar boat MS Turanor PlanetSolar has become a research vessel for archaeological expeditions in Greece. The catamaran completed a round-the-world trip in 2012 powered only by sun.
Australia: FRV's Moree financials show difficulties with large-scale sector
Spains Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) has stepped up to close the financing of the 70 MW DC Moree Solar Farm. The project has had a long and mottled history, and will be funded only with a large grant from Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and loan from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC).
