SiOnyx laser texturing boost efficiency by 0.3 percent
Massachusetts-based laser technology developer SiOnyx has announced that its Black Silicon technology can achieve silicon photovoltaic cell efficiency increases from 17 percent to 17.3 percent.
Class-action lawsuit launched against JinkoSolar
The fallout from JinkoSolars admitted environmental contamination continues as a class-action lawsuit is filed. Lawyers Howard G. Smith have launched the legal action on behalf of investors who have purchased JinkoSolar stock on the New York Stock Exchange.
Lukoil plans Uzbekistans largest solar project
Russian oil giant, Lukoil is planning a 100 megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Uzbekistan, a former Soviet state located in Central Asia. Plans to establish a National Institute for Solar Energy in the country are also underway.
Solar-Fabrik AG closes Singapore cell fab
German module manufacturer and downstream developer Solar-Fabrik AG has announced today the closure of its Solar Energy Power (SEP) cell fab in Singapore. Solar-Fabrik had owned a 90 percent share in SEP since 2006.
First Solar issues Q3 results early; slashes Q4 guidance
In another surprise announcement from First Solar, the thin film manufacturer has released its third quarter (Q3) 2011 financial results today, as opposed to November 3. Going with the current trend, it has significantly reduced it Q4 and full year guidance.
Italy: 5 MW rooftop installation under construction
Conergy is currently installing one of Italys largest rooftop photovoltaic plants at the exhibition center halls in Parma.
NREL develops "game-changing" solar cell furnace
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has developed what it says is a “game-changing” furnace for the solar cell industry.
GCL-Poly enters solar integration business; plans 83 MW PV project
GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Limited has formally launched its solar system integration business. The company is also planning to build an 83 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic project in California.
Meyer Burger to temporarily stop wire saw production
Another victim of the “highly volatile” solar market conditions, Meyer Burger has said it will stop production of its wire saws at MB Wafertec due to declining demand.
Aurubis to close CIS factory
Europes biggest copper refiner and recycler, Aurubis AG, is taking a step back from its solar activities. As such, CIS Solartechnik GmbH will close down by the end of the year.
