CSIRO, Dyesol complete first stage of dye solar cells project

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 13:40 (PV-Tech)

CSIRO and Dyesol have completed the first stage of their joint project developing higher performance dyes for dye solar cells (DSC). The first six months of the programme has seen Dyesol build a research-scale assembly and testing facility at CSIRO?s Newcastle-based centre, in south-east Australia. Read more

AUO receive Microgeneration Certification Scheme accreditation

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 11:42 (PV-Tech)

A new name is set to enter into the U.K. solar module market, after AU Optronics (AUO) became the latest manufacturer to receive the Microgeneration Certification Scheme. The certification, which is a prerequisite in order to sell PV systems in the UK under the feed-in tariff, has been awarded to AUO?s multi-crystalline EcoDuo PM 220 module. Read more

Kilian Krieger joins finance department at Roth & Rau

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 11:05 (PV-Tech)

The new year will bring with it a new name in charge of business activity at the Roth & Rau Group, after Kilian Krieger was unveiled as the company?s new commercial affairs coordinator. Krieger, 52, will start his new role on January 1, 2011, where he will report directly to CEO Dr. Dietmar Roth. Read more

Report: Intel spinoff SpectraWatt to lay off workers, shut down solar cell operations

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 2:53 (PV-Tech)

In a blow to homegrown U.S. solar manufacturing, Intel spinoff SpectraWatt will be laying off most of its workforce and possibly closing down operations, according to published reports. The crystalline-silicon PV cell manufacturer will let more than 100 employees go starting in March of next year and may shutter its less-than-year-old factory located in IBM?s Hudson Research Park in Hopewell Junction, NY. Read more

SECP, Posco Power partner to develop 300MW PV power plant in Nevada

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 1:40 (PV-Tech)

Renewable energy project developer Sustainable Energy Capital Partners (SECP) has formed a joint venture partnership with Korean independent power producer Posco Power to develop and build a 300MW photovoltaic power plant in Boulder City, Nevada. Global engineering/construction/management services firm Parsons has also signed on to the project. Read more

Sovello signs module supply contract worth 41.4MWp

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 16:12 (PV-Tech)

Sovello has signed a contract to provide Solar- & AlternativeTechnology Corporation (S.A.T.) with 41.4MWp of PV modules for its projects in Ontario, Canada. In addition to providing the Project Pro Modules, Sovello will collaborate with S.A.T. on the planning, financing, and installation of the projects. Read more

Top 10 PV-Tech news stories of 2010

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 15:32 (PV-Tech)

Having dominated the headlines in the Top 10 PV-Tech news stories of 2009, First Solar remains a highly popular read. However, after sifting through Google Analytics to compile this year?s Top 10 most read news stories only two of which are related to First Solar. Two different market research companies reports also proved popular as well as news on feed-in tariffs. Read more

2011 Solar Outlook: Sunny, With Morning Clouds

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 10:25 (Renewable Energy World)

Inventory buildup, solar incentive reductions and even a harsh winter are some of the reasons given by analysts and solar companies for what they expect to be a lackluster start for 2011. But how bad will it get and what is the prognosis for the whole year ahead? Here is the first of many of our forecasts. Read more

Commercial Solar Rebate Cap Imminent

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 0:57 (Renewable Energy World)

Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, a solar industry leader, announced in light of the recent budget evaluations and the continued success of the California Solar Initiative (CSI) program, PG&E is within weeks of reaching the incentive budget cap in the non-residential sector of the CSI program. Read more

India?s Tata Power to build 25MW project under a newly signed PPA

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 0:32 (PV-Tech)

The Tata Power Company has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigram for the construction of a 25MW solar PV plant in Mithapur, Gujarat, India. The project qualifies for the State?s Solar Power Policy 2009 and is expected to be completed by December 2011. Read more

United Solar receives green business certification

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 0:28 (PV-Tech)

United Solar has been deemed a Certified Green Business under the Institute for Green Business Certification?s (IGBC) standards. According to IGBC, United Solar demonstrated dedication for the environmental welfare and well-being of the communities it serves. Read more

Etrion completes 1MW Ruffano solar park

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 0:24 (PV-Tech)

Etrion has completed its 1MW Ruffano solar park in Puglia, Italy. The solar park will generate over 1.7 million kilowatt hours and is assisted by Italy?s 2010 feed-in-tariff of ?.346 per kWh and a market price of around ?0.08 per kWh. Read more

Order Focus: GT Solar receives two orders from Trina Solar totaling US$23.8 million

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 0:16 (PV-Tech)

Trina Solar has ordered two GT Solar International DSS450HP crystalline ingot growth systems. The order totaled US$23.8 million and will be incorporated into GT Solar?s backlog for its third quarter fiscal year 2011, which ends January 1, 2011. Read more

Quick Look: Renewable Energy Development in France

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 22:57 (Renewable Energy World)

Developers, manufacturers, investors and other renewable energy industry stakeholders need to know where the next big market is going to be so that they can adjust their business decisions accordingly. Read more

China's Growing Confidence in Its Emerging Renewable Energy Leadership

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 18:49 (Renewable Energy World)

As the Chinese government puts the finishing touches on its 12th Five-Year Plan (2011-2015), China's increasingly self-assured renewable energy ambitions are on display. Indeed, Chinese policymakers' self-confidence is palpable as they exhibit a conviction that China's renewable energy approach, as further refined in the 12th Five-Year Plan, will demonstrate to the world the value of China's development model. Read more

2011 Florida Renewable Energy announces Miami Tour Stop

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 14:06 (Renewable Energy World)

The Florida Alliance for Renewable Energy (FARE) is excited to announce the next confirmed tour stops in its 2011 Renewable Energy Tour which is set to feature events at the Global Energy Security Forum at Florida International University (FIU) and the Greater Miami-Dade/Kendall Chamber of Commerce (Chamber South) and is set for Friday, February 11th, 2011. The tour will consist of visits to various renewable energy and energy efficiency installations in the area as well as a Town Hall event including local and state legislators and industry experts, featuring discussions about advancing renewable energy and energy efficiency in Florida. Read more

EU Boost for Africa's New Renewable Development

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 6:00 (Renewable Energy World)

Travellers to Cape Verde will soon spot visible evidence of the tiny African island nation's big ambitions in renewable energy set against its beautiful volcanic landscape. Read more

Hawaii Pursues Renewable Energy

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 6:00 (Renewable Energy World)

If you know Hawaii mostly for beaches and golf courses, you need to understand how unique the islands are when it comes to energy. Each island is a stand-alone grid without interconnections. Read more

Advanced Energy creates new business divisions after reorganization

Thursday, 12.23.2010 - 0:20 (PV-Tech)

Starting January 1, 2011, Advanced Energy Industries will have two new business units: Thin Films and Renewables. The Thin Film division will be led by Yuval Wasserman who will also act as president and COO for the business unit. The Thin Film business division will be headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado and will house the company?s power conversion and thermal instrumentation products for capital equipment markets such as the semiconductor, solar panel and flat panel display industries. Read more