EU ProSun claims PV duties will create jobs
In reaction to the news that photovoltaic AD duties will likely be imposed on June 6 by the EU Commission, EU ProSun says they will have a “positive effect” on solar growth and jobs. Conversely, AFASE believes tariffs will cause “severe damage” to the market.
PV wafer production forecast to grow 19% in 2013
After falling 15% in 2012, photovoltaic wafer production is expected to grow 19% this year, passing 30 GW and reaching 2011 levels, due in large part to growing Japanese demand, according to the latest NPD Solarbuzz Polysilicon and Wafer Supply Chain Quarterly.
Saudi Arabia: SASIA's feedback on the K.A.CARE proposal
The Saudi Arabia Solar Industry Association (SASIA) has responded to K.A.CARE’s white paper for its renewable energy competitive procurement program (CPP). SASIA believes that some portions of the paper require more clarity and takes a more in-depth look at the local content requirements.
Australian module suppliers accused of making false claims
Australias Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is prosecuting companies trading under the names Euro Solar and Australian Solar Panel. The firms are accused of claiming that their solar modules were Australian-made, when in fact they were imported from China.
Court orders official insolvency proceeding for Sunways
Due to a third-party application, insolvency proceedings for Sunways are now officially open. The 100% wholly-owned subsidiary in Arnstadt, Germany is also affected.
SER Energia planning 960 MW of PV projects in Brazil
SER Energia is aiming to install 960 MW worth of photovoltaics in Brazil. Already, it has registered 930 MW with the countrys electricity regulatory agency, spread across 31 projects. An investment of around US$1.5 billion is expected.
Phoenix Solar posts Q1 net loss of 5.8 million as its shifts focus to Asia, US
German PV group Phoenix Solar saw its net loss grow from 1.2 million to 5.8 million in the first quarter of the year as revenue declined 19.4% to 30.6 million from January to March.
Centrosolar sells subsidiary to Belgian solar glass manufacturer
Centrosolar Group AG announced yesterday that it has sold its subsidiary Centrosolar Glas GmbH to Belgian solar glass manufacturer Ducatt NV for a symbolic price, as part of its restructuring program, according to a company statement.
SolarWorld to meet creditors, discuss restructuring
Troubled solar panel maker SolarWorld will host creditors next month at two separate meetings with the goal of appointing creditor representatives and outlining its efforts to restructure.
Myanmar: 210 MW solar plant in the planning
According to various media, US$275 million is expected to be invested in the development of a solar power plant in Minbu, Myanmar. If construction is completed, it will be one of the largest plants of its kind in the world, with an installed capacity of 210 MW.
