Japan: Solar Frontier officially opens thin film plant
Solar Frontier has officially opened its 900 megawatt Kunitomi factory, in Japan. It is said to be the worlds largest CIS (copper indium selenide) thin film solar module production plant.
UK solar industry hits back
The UK solar industry has hit following the governments announcement of an early feed-in tariff review. A group of companies has filed a claim in the High Court for a Judicial Review against the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Chris Huhne.
Solar on storm water detention basins
New Jersey-based Pro-Tech Energy Solutions is currently installing its first photovoltaics system on a storm water detention basin. In an interview with pv magazine, principal John Drexinger talks about the potential of this unique solar opportunity.
ADB supports Indian solar industry
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced it will provide up to $150 million in credit guarantees to support the development of the Indian solar industry. It is also making $1.25 million available for solar training.
Blythe solar project receives US loan guarantee
The Blythe solar project, which will be the worlds largest when completed, has taken a step closer to closing financing, having been offered a conditional commitment for a U.S. $2.1 billion loan guarantee.
Indian solar industry off to a successful 2011, but bankability issues exist
According to the latest Indian Solar Compass, India’s solar industry has got off to a successful start this year, with a large number of power purchase agreements (PPAs) having been signed. However, bankability continues to be an issue.
Silfab opens solar module manufacturing facility; receives loan approval?
Silfab Ontario has officially opened its new solar module manufacturing facility in Mississauga, Canada. During a ribbon cutting ceremony, it was announced that the company has received approval for a 2.2 million loan.
Korea: Construction on 100 MW thin film plant underway
Construction on the Hyundai-Avancis 100 megawatt Korean thin film solar module plant has begun. Expected to be operational by 2012, KRW 220 billion (around US $200 million) has been invested in the project.
US: CPUC approves PG&Es 150 MW PPA
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved Pacific Gas & Electrics 20-year contract to purchase 150 megawatts (MW) of solar power from Sempra Generations Mesquite Solar 1 facility in Arizona, the U.S.
SDG&E signs 80 MWs worth of PPAs
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has entered into two 25-year solar power purchase agreements for a total of 80 megawatts (MW). Under them, a total of 24 solar projects will be built.
