First Solar still ahead of the PV module pack
Thin film manufacturer, First Solar remained the largest supplier of photovoltaic (PV) modules with a global share of 8.4 percent in the first quarter of this year, according to the latest analysis of the PV module market from IMS Research.
Suntech solar panels receive ammonia resistance certification
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd’s core products have been certified by TÜV Rheinland Japan, according to the DIN 5096:1985 T2 standard to maintain high performance when exposed to ammonia.
US: New research agreement central to future of solar power
A research collaboration agreement has been announced between the Sanyo Electric Group and the University of California, San Diego, the U.S. which will see a number of solar energy research projects undertaken.
Solexant's nanocrystal solar technology receives USD$41.5 million
Third generation thin film developer Solexant Corp. has secured USD$41.5 million during the first close of a Series C financing round, following the successful completion of a two megawatt (MW) pilot line operating at the company’s headquarters.
Global solar PV cell production booming
Global photovoltaic (PV) cell production grew last year by 51% from 7.1 gigawatts (GW) in 2008 to 10.7 GW in 2009, according to a research note published by GTM Research.
MIT launches flight simulator to help set solar prices
A new management flight simulator, aimed at helping users set prices for solar panels, has been launched by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
1.2 billion urgently needed to boost European PV industry
Over a billion euros must urgently be invested into research and development (R&D) for the photovoltaics (PV) industry, says the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA), so that it can compete with traditional power generation.
New solar cell facility for Melbourne, Australia
The Swinburne University of Technology and Suntech have announced the opening of a new solar cell facility in Melbourne Australia.
Indian PV market set to expand
The Indian solar photovoltaics (PV) market is predicted to grow five-fold over the next few years and will become a global player by 2022.
PV installation costs to fall
Façades with integrated photovoltaics (PV) systems could be cheaper than traditional construction materials, according to the first Bodensee Symposium on Architecture and Solar Technology, which took place in Konstanz, Germany.
