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CIPV Expo 2011 in review: Growth on the agenda

The CIPV Expo 2011 took place last week in Beijing, China. With big ambitions for the future, thin film and building-integrated photovoltaics were a key focus. Switzerland and the U.S. were also prominently featured.

Meyer Burger sets its sights on Roth & Rau

Meyer Burger Technology AG has acquired an 11.3 percent stake in Roth & Rau AG, and has announced a voluntary public takeover offer of €22 for each remaining share held by public shareholders.

UK: IMS believes government favoring nuclear over solar

IMS Research has accused the UK Government of turning its back on solar. The company says reducing tariffs and limiting support to small-scale installations will create nothing more than a niche industry. It adds that the country “has made it clear” nuclear is a viable energy option.

PV: Shifting demand and falling financial incentives

A new report has found that 2011 and 2012 will “remain challenging” for the photovoltaic industry. It also expects the market to flatten out during the period. Shifting demand and falling financial incentives are key issues.

Satcon Q1 results fall below expectations

Although Satcon Technology Corporation expects a four-fold increase in its first quarter 2011 revenue over the same period last year, financial figures have fallen below initial expectations.

Roth & Rau suffers earnings loss; believes turnkey is in decline

Roth & Rau AG has suffered the first ever earnings loss in its 20-year history, despite increasing sales during the 2010 financial year by 44.2 percent. Looking ahead, the company predicts modest sales increases. Meanwhile, it believes the turnkey business is in decline.

Survey highlights risk of changing UK solar policy

A new survey has shown the number of renewable electricity projects in the south west of England has rapidly increased: photovoltaic installations comprise the lion’s share. However, it says proposed policy changes are risking further growth.

Focus on India’s solar policy framework

After the launch of India’s Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), the world’s solar markets have been closely monitoring its progress. Particular interest is focused on the program’s movement from the policy stage into execution. In its first quarterly report on the region, Mercom Capital Group discuses its progress.

China may double solar power capacity

According to local media reports, China is considering doubling its installed solar power capacity from five to ten gigawatts by 2015.

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SunShot Initiative receives $112.5 million boost

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has said up to $112.5 million in funding will be made available to select projects across five years, to support the development of U.S. photovoltaic-related manufacturing processes.

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