UK Solar Power Adds 1 GW Capacity In H1 2014 As Developers Vow To Fight…
UK solar power capacity has increased by an impressive 1 GW in the first half of 2014, putting the country ahead of all others in the EU, including Germany.
Author: Mridul Chadha
Over 26 GW Of Wind, Solar Power Capacity Offered For Brazil’s Upcoming Auction
Wind & solar power capacity in Brazil continues to drive demand for power auctions in the country, beating a previous feed-in tariff program handily.
Construction Set To Begin At Australia’s First Single-Axis Tracking Solar PV Project
Fotowatio Renewable Ventures’ new solar pv project in New South Wales will feature the more efficient single-axis tracking mechanism.
Thin-Film Solar Cell Efficiency Record Set By First Solar (Again)
Originally published on Solar Love. First Solar, the world’s largest manufacturer of thin-film solar photovoltaic cells and modules, has bettered its record of producing the most efficient thin-film solar cell. The US-based company recently announced that a cell manufactured at its Ohio manufacturing factory and research & development center achieved … [continued]
Hareon Solar To Invest $1 Billion On Distributed Solar Power Projects In China
Chinese solar company Hareon Solar plans to take advantage of government investment incentives with its plan for a $1 billion distributed solar project.
Japan Announces Enhanced Climate Aid To The Caribbean
As part of its plan to provide climate aid to the developing world, Japan has expanded the support it provides to the Caribbean countries.
First Solar To Support Microgrid Solar Power Projects In India
Setting up solar power projects in remote areas of the developing world isn’t cheap; First Solar has announced financial support for such projects in India.
Over 800 Buy Groupon-SolarCity $1 Coupon For Rooftop Solar Installation Contract
Not everyday do you find a contact for rooftop solar power system available on the discount coupon website Groupon. SolarCity and Groupon experimented by offering rooftop solar installation and maintenance contract over a period of two months and received quite a good response. In June, the two Nasdaq-listed companies joined hands … [continued]
China Export-Import Bank Provides $136 Million For Tanzania Wind Project
China continues to play a major role in strengthening renewable energy infrastructure in Africa. The Asian giant has been lending financial and technical assistance to African countries looking to install solar, wind, and hydro power projects. Tanzania has become the latest beneficiary of financial assistance from China, for a 300 MW … [continued]
Chinese Solar Panel Prices To Get Boost From Utility-Scale Solar PPA Template, Growing Demand
Originally published on Solar Love. China’s already aggressive solar initiative is set to get a massive boost with favourable changes and new introductions to government’s regulatory supportive mechanisms. The Chinese government recently released templates for long-term power purchase agreements for large solar power projects. This template can be used by … [continued]
