Solar Junction hits 43.5 percent CPV cell efficiency
Solar Junction has reached 43.5 percent efficiency on a commercial-ready concentrated photovoltaic production cell. The news comes just two months after it achieved an efficiency of 41.4 percent.
NYSEIA lobbying for solar jobs bill approval
The New York Solar Energy Industries Association (NYSEIA) has applauded the Assembly Energy Committee for passing the New York Solar Industry Development and Jobs Act of 2011. It is now lobbying for its legislative approval.
SDG&E signs 80 MWs worth of PPAs
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has entered into two 25-year solar power purchase agreements for a total of 80 megawatts (MW). Under them, a total of 24 solar projects will be built.
Ontario: SPP and JCM sign 20 MW of solar projects
Solar Power Partners (SPP) and JCM Capital have signed an agreement with Solar Power Network (SPN) to provide full project financing for up to 20 megawatts (MW) of solar.
PVA TePla receives 20 million Asian order
PVA TePla AG has received an order from an unidentified Asian solar manufacturer to the tune of 20 million.
US Foodservice sees 1.18 MW PV system completed
SPG Solar has completed construction on a 1.18 megawatt photovoltaic installation for U.S. Foodservice-San Francisco. It is said to be the largest rooftop and carport solar power system in Northern California.
Bruce Sohn to leave First Solar
First Solar, Inc. President of Operations, Bruce Sohn, will be leaving the company, effective April 30, 2011. According to Rob Gillette, CEO, it is a “natural time for him” to pursue other opportunities. He will not be replaced.
Netherlands Queen visits Solarwatt
Queen of the Netherlands, Beatrix, is today visiting Solarwatt AG in Dresden, Germany. She is accompanied by her son Prince William-Alexander and his wife, Princess Maxima.
Gran Canarias largest solar rooftop system completed
Conergy has just completed a 1.75 megawatt rooftop solar system on Gran Canaria. It is said to be the largest of its kind on the Canary Islands.
Standardization, policy stability and competing with the 'big boys'
The first day of the side event of the 3rd Thin Film Week, Solarpraxiss Thin-Film Industry Forum started off rainy in Adlershof, but full of buzz. The packed hall at the Wista Management convention center in the Southeast of Berlin saw participants from all segments of the thin film production line.
