China inverter growth tops 100% as domestic dominance grows
As China’s solar inverter market expanded to nearly $800 million in 2013, demand has been driven by domestic suppliers, according to IHS.
Solar-powered benches rolled out in Boston, US
Created by startup Changing Environments, the Soofa is a solar-powered park bench that allows users to charge their mobile devices while resting.
Industry welcomes Indian budget
The Indian solar industry was broadly positive after India’s new government outlined its spending plans. Tax measures to boost manufacturing could hint at a pending imposition of AD duties on imports.
South Africa enters global top 10 for utility scale solar
The Rainbow Nation has installed more than 503 MW of utility scale solar, placing it 10th overall globally, according to Wiki-Solar.
Australian PM courts further solar controversy
Ahead of the G20 Brisbane summit in November, Tony Abbott’s office has been accused of trying push this week’s environmental goods deal off the discussion table.
Pakistan approves feasibility study for solar project
Nawaz Sharif’s government is considering three more feasibility studies after 24 letters of intent for solar schemes were issued. Sharif’s rural electrification program is continuing apace.
British Gas ignites PV ambitions with $100 million UK investment
The UK’s largest utility will partner with Gen Community to deliver solar panels to local government sites across the country.
UK solar companies win High Court FIT compensation claim
Court rules in favor of compensation claim for 14 companies aggrieved at government changes to the feed-in tariff introduced in 2011.
Zimbabwe plans 300 MW solar PV project
The African nation’s power minister reveals details of $250 million plan, which will consist of three separate projects open to tender.
Fraunhofer ISE launches online energy database
The institute’s online energy charts make German Energy Transformation transparent. The site displays the power produced in Germany from all conventional and renewable sources as well as import and export data.
