China: Largest thin film solar farm to be built in Inner Mongolia
The China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group (CECEP) has announced plans to build a five megawatt (MW) utility-scale PV power plant in Inner Mongolia using silicon-based thin film solar modules.
1.2 billion urgently needed to boost European PV industry
Over a billion euros must urgently be invested into research and development (R&D) for the photovoltaics (PV) industry, says the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA), so that it can compete with traditional power generation.
Number of US solar manufacturing plants to skyrocket
The number of U.S. solar manufacturing plants is expected to skyrocket within the next few years. Cell capacity is also predicted to reach four gigawatts (GWs) by the end of 2012.
PV installation costs to fall
Façades with integrated photovoltaics (PV) systems could be cheaper than traditional construction materials, according to the first Bodensee Symposium on Architecture and Solar Technology, which took place in Konstanz, Germany.
Hawaii: CPV terrestrial power investigation underway
A U.S. industry consortium is investigating the viability of concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) technology for terrestrial power generation in Hawaii, the U.S.
Panasonic Group pushes ahead with "full-scale" entry into solar cell business
The Panasonic Group has announced its plans to launch its HIT(R) 215 Series household solar power generation systems on July 1, thus highlighting the companys aim for a “full-scale entry” into the solar cell business.
Arizona could become alternative energy hotspot
More than 80 applications for solar and wind power plants have been submitted by developers in the state of Arizona, which are valued at tens of billions of dollars, reports The Arizona Republic.
CNPV signs long term supply agreement with Enel Green Power
CNPV Solar Power SA, has announced its entrance into a long term general supply agreement with Enel Green Power SpA, Italy’s largest power company, listed on the Milan Stock Exchange.
New roof mount PV system for Mineta San Jose International Airport
A roof mount photovoltaic (PV) solar electric system has been successfully installed on the Mineta San Jose International Airport (JSC) in Santa Clara County, California.
SEPA predicts big changes for utilities
Utilities solar portfolios are on the cusp of significant changes, according to the Solar Electric Power Associations (SEPAs) third annual Top Ten Utility Solar Rankings report.
