Austrian technology company Fronius announces major sales growth
On the back of strong growth in sales in its Solar Electronics division, supplying the photovoltaic industry, Fronius has continued its international expansion and recorded a 52 percent increase in sales.
80 million secured for 48 MW PV project
S.A.G Solarstrom has secured the required 80 million ($116 million) financing commitment from the Deutsche Bank Group, to build its 48 megawatt (MW) project in northern Italy. 12 MW is currently already connected to the grid.
German Lower House of Parliament formerly turns its back on nuclear
The government adopted the Renewable Energy Act [EEG] Amendment today, which will abandon nuclear and offer some support for renewable sources.
Fast falling prices drive recovery
After two quarters of declining shipments, photovoltaic module manufacturers are set to see strongly recovering demand through the second half of 2011.
Ontarios solar success hits a snag in Windsor
With a rapidly expanding solar sector and a growing number of installations, Ontario has rapidly emerged as a major photovoltaic market. However, a local solar manufacturers in the Windsor area are accusing local utilities of lagging behind with grid capacity and threatening jobs.
Q-Cells unveils thin film PV modules in US
A year after its entry into the market, Q-Cells has launched its thin film photovoltaic modules in the U.S., according to media sources.
SolarReserve and Preneal to build 50MW solar thermal plant
U.S. utility-scale solar developer SolarReserve and Spanish renewable company Preneal have been selected to build a solar thermal plant in Spain. The 50 megawatt (MW) project joint venture is called Termosolar Alcazar.
7 MW US Government installation nears completion
A photovoltaic plant at the U.S. General Services Administrations (GSA) Denver Federal Center campus is near completion. The project is worth seven megawatts (MW) and coupled with an existing 1.2 MW solar park will provide more than 15 percent of the campuses electricity requirements.
Consolidation and negative solar surprises
Industry analysts at Jefferies believe consolidation is about to hit the solar industry. They add that the second quarter of this year has “negative surprises” in store.
Changes at the top for Hanwha SolarOne
As of July 1, three new board members will join the Hanwha SolarOne management team in an attempt to, bolster management systems and brand positioning, the company has said in a statement.
