Clinton Global Initiative commits to bringing funds, training and jobs to solar
More than a million people in the off-grid world will, literally, enjoy a brighter future, thanks to the 2011 Clinton Global Initiative (CGI). Three commitments made to CGI will bring solar power to homes on several continents – as well as funding, training and job opportunities in the solar industry.
Malaysia: PV interest at an "all time high"
As the Renewable Energy World conference and trade show winds up in the Malaysian Capital, Kuala Lumpur today, photovoltaic industry participants have reported never-before-seen interest in solar.
PV revenues and profits to keep on declining
Despite an increase in photovoltaic module shipments, revenues and gross profits are forecast to keep on shrinking into next year, according to new research, due to the “huge” oversupply, “fierce” competition and falling prices.
China to become biggest PV market
Suntechs Zhengrong Shi has said that, by 2015, China could be the biggest photovoltaics market in the world.
Russia could install up to 2 GW of PV by 2020
It has been said that Russia has the potential to add between one and two gigawatts (GW) of newly installed photovoltaic capacity by 2020.
Big interest in Malaysia's PV FIT
At the Renewable Energy World Asia conference, which opened today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, it has been revealed that there have been a large number of enquiries ahead of Malaysias new feed-in tariff (FIT) scheme’s implementation.
US: Governor Brewer highlights Arizonas solar opportunities in China
pv magazine caught up with Arizonas Governor Jan Brewer in Shanghai, China, where she was busy leading a team of Arizona government officials and business leaders to encourage Chinese businesses to invest in the U.S. state.
Bosch to enter PV inverter business
It has been reported that Bosch, looking to enter the photovoltaic inverter business, has created a new subsidiary.
Suntech refutes accusations of Chinese dumping prices
Recent comments made by SolarWorlds Frank Asbeck claiming that the Chinese solar companies are selling their wares at dumping prices, driving others out of the market has created some ripples, with Suntech refuting the comment. And amidst the continuing growth in China, some U.S. companies are seeing a slump, post-Solyndra meltdown.
Oversupply maintained into next year
The latest Solarbuzz Quarterly report issued today states that continued solar module overproduction will lead to sustained price pressure across global photovoltaic markets already reeling from factory gate prices that are now down 33 percent year over year (Y/Y).
