Isofotón to enter Asian and U.S. PV markets
Spain-based Isofotón has said it will be entering new photovoltaics markets, such as Asia and the U.S.
Advancing product quality is key to solar success
The solar industry must embrace the resources currently available, i.e. the best-known methods and technologies, in order to advance product quality and accelerate grid parity, according to industry figures who attended Camstar Systems The Summit on Solar Quality, held in Santa Clara, the U.S.
Weakening euro a threat to Chinese manufacturers
If the euro reaches parity with the dollar, the cost competitiveness of Chinese photovoltaics (PV) manufacturers will significantly erode, says a new report by the Goldman Sachs European Clean Energy team.
Singyes Solar to increase overseas BIPV production
In a bid to “rapidly increase” its overseas business, China-based Singyes Solar has announced it is expanding its production capacity. A focus will be on Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV).
Solar meets fashion in the U.S.
Models in the 2010 Portland Fashion Week – scheduled to be held this October in Portland, the U.S. – will walk a runway composed of Solarworld’s solar panels, thus helping to underline the sustainable development of two of the world’s biggest industries fashion and energy.
Upsolar PV modules certified for new UK feed-in-tariff
The British Board of Agrément (BBA) has granted the MCS certificate for the complete Upsolar photovoltaics (PV) module range after a detailed certification process. The certificate is mandatory in order to be eligible for Clean Energy Cash Back Incentives (feed-in-tariffs).
Canada: OPA criticized for intent to delay FIT timelines
The Canada-based Ontario Power Authoritys intent to extend its feed-in-tariff (FIT) timelines for domestic content has been criticized by the countrys Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure.
Sunrun nets USD$50 million to expand solar operations
To help meet the increasing demand for its home solar plans and for expansion into new U.S. markets, Sunrun has announced it has secured USD$55 million in funding.
Laytec secures two new Asian distribution partners
Laytec has expanded its photovoltaics (PV) distribution network with the addition of two new Asian partners. The company has said this is so it can meet the increasing interest in its in-line metrology systems for PV applications.
First curved solar module in the U.S. to receive UL certification announced
The first curved solar module in the U.S. to meet the requirements for UL 1703 certification has been announced.
