Portugal: Calls for renewable investment cuts
Portuguese bank BPI has presented a new study, which it believes defends the need for investment cuts in renewable energy projects. Industry figures have hit back.
VC solar funding soars
The first quarter of this year has seen strong venture capital (VC) funding in the solar sector, having increased almost three fold from the fourth quarter of 2010. Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity is also strong.
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 lions share. However, it says proposed policy changes are risking further growth.
Focus on Indias solar policy framework
After the launch of Indias Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), the worlds solar markets have been closely monitoring its progress. Particular interest is focused on the programs movement from the policy stage into execution. In its first quarterly report on the region, Mercom Capital Group discuses its progress.
