UK outlines plans to lower FITs; industry outraged
The UK Government has announced its plans to cut PV feed-in tariffs (FITs). Under the proposals, support for all new and standalone installations over 50 kilowatts (kW) will be reduced. The Renewable Energy Association (REA) has reacted with outrage.
Germany: Government approves solar cuts
The German Federal Government has approved an early reduction of its solar subsidies.
France: FIT opinion divided at PV Power Plant conference
A conference in Paris highlighted the fact that opinion over the French Governments decision to cut the countrys feed-in tariffs (FITs) is divided.
Australia: NSW state election could see green power surge
The upcoming election in the Australian state of New South Wales could see a substantial shift towards a more environmentally friendly power supply in the countrys most populous state, if the Green Party secures the votes that it is expected to.
Ecobuild 2011 shines a light on PV
?The world’s so-called ‘biggest event for sustainable design, construction and the built environment’, Ecobuild, closed its doors on another successful event. This year, PV was well represented, with a noticeable increase in industry attendees.
Nuclear power comes under attack; solar stocks increase
Following the explosions at several of Japans Fukushima nuclear power plants, and the uncertainty surrounding their safe shutdown, global calls for renewable energy to replace nuclear have been made. Solar stocks have also profited.
How to survive Czechs demise
How does a company survive when its home market collapses? Michal Gärtner, CEO of Photon Energy speaks to pv magazine about the companys survival strategy following the introduction of Czechs retroactive solar tax and its ruthless tariff cuts.
French PV tariff levels announced
As was reported on Tuesday, the French Government has issued new feed-in tariff guidelines. The tariff levels have now been published, and the 500 megawatt (MW) annual cap confirmed.
Ontario PV market growing, but political issues exist
The Ontario PV market is expected to reach 2.6 gigawatts (GW) of total installed capacity by 2015. However, political concerns and market instability remain.
Italy to make PV tariff decision within 2 weeks
According to new information released, Italy will reach a decision on the rate of its new PV feed-in tariffs (FIT) within two weeks.
