J.v.G. Thoma establishes 30 MW PV module fab in Tunisia
The Bavarian company has teamed up with a local partner to set up a PV module fab in the North African country.
Sillia energy to take over Bosch solar plant in France
The companies signed a purchase agreement in March. The French photovoltaic manufacturer has agreed to take over 128 of the approximately 230 employees and continue the production of solar modules.
EU launches application process for energy infrastructure grants
The announcement comes amidst growing demand in the European Union for greater energy security and indepndence in view of the Ukrainian crisis.
Ukraine to reduce green tariffs for domestic solar power
Local analysts say the government’s plans may negatively affect future foreign investment in the country’s solar sector.
Sharp back in black, posts 69% boost in solar cell sales
Growing demand from Japan’s booming residential market as well as the mega-solar sector proved lucrative for the electronics giant, which achieved profitability after a hefty loss a year earlier.
Turkey awards first large-scale solar project licenses
The Ankara government has capped its incentive program at 600 MW of new PV plants. It has now awarded the first two licenses. The remaining projects are expected to follow this year.
Powerway acquires large-scale PV project in Algeria
According to the company, the 233 MW PV power station will be the largest of its kind in Africa, with an output of 372.8 million kilowatt hours a year.
Midsummer reaches new efficiency record for CIGS solar cells
The Swedish solar equipment manufacturer says the shift towards more rooftop installations make lightweight and flexible thin film solar cells ideal.
UK proposes incentive cuts to large-scale solar
Consultation published on Tuesday by the government suggests removing the renewables obligation certificate (ROC) for plants over 5 MW by April 1, 2015.
Obama pledges more US solar buildings and jobs
The White House has already invested $2 billion in energy efficiency in federal buildings and is now pledging an additional $2 billion by 2016, doubling the program, with much of the funding going into PV systems.
