Hanwha SolarOne to build 2GW solar cell and module complex

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 15:56 (PV-Tech)

As part of the major drive by the former Solarfun Power to capitalise on Hanwha?s major investment in the company, the recently renamed, Hanwha SolarOne is set to build a 2GW solar cell and module complex with Nantong Economic and Technological Development Zone, located in Jiangsu Province. Read more

Festo launches FEN Idea Contest

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 13:27 (PV-Tech)

In the rapidly-evolving world of photovoltaics, ideas with the potential to significantly alter the engineering landscape are always highly sought after. And, with this in mind, Festo Corporation has launched the inaugural FEN Idea Contest. Read more

NABCEP Releases Entry Level Solar Thermal Learning Objectives

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 23:59 (Renewable Energy World)

The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is pleased to announce the release of Learning Objectives and an exam blueprint for its new Solar Thermal Entry Level Knowledge Assessment program. The Learning Objectives, which were developed by a volunteer committee of Solar Thermal Industry practitioners and educators, are focused on ensuring that students will be able to demonstrate fundamental Solar Thermal knowledge. The knowledge assessment that is being developed by NABCEP according to the newly published blueprint will test students on their ability to solve generic, basic problems applicable to commonly installed Solar Thermal (ST) systems in Read more

Florida shopping centre gets 350kW roof system

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 18:24 (PV-Tech)

The Exchange shopping centre in Gainesville, Florida is set to be fitted with one of the state?s largest rooftop arrays after new owners Nautilus Solar reached an agreement with Inman Solar to construct the 350kW project. Read more

Solectria Renewables' CTO to be on panel at Networked Solar

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 16:22 (Renewable Energy World)

Lawrence, MA ? January 18, 2011 ? Solectria Renewables, LLC, the leading U.S. PV inverter manufacturer, announced today that its CTO, Michael Zuercher-Martinson, will sit on the Technologies Enabling the Integration of Solar Power and the Grid panel during Greentech Media's Networked Solar Conference in Jersey City, New Jersey, January 25-26, 2011. Read more

GCL-Poly signs 5.2GW supply deal with Canadian Solar

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 16:03 (PV-Tech)

GCL-Poly Energy has signed a long-term supplementary contract with CSI Cells, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar, for the supply of wafer and polysilicon products. GCL-Poly will provide Canadian Solar with a total of 5.2GW of wafer and polysilicon products over the next five years. Read more

McShane Construction Company Taps Integrated Electrical Services for Solar System Installation as Part of Felton Homes Renovation Project

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 6:00 (Renewable Energy World)

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First Solar gets final environmental approval for AV Solar Ranch One, construction to start in Q3

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 1:55 (PV-Tech)

One of the largest photovoltaic power plant projects in First Solar?s North American pipeline moved another step closer to buildout, as the environmental impact report for the AV Solar Ranch One has become final and is no longer subject to appeal. Principal construction should begin on the 230MW (AC) site in northeast Los Angeles County in Q3 2011, according to company sources. Read more

Bioprospecting: Searching for a Diamond in the Muck

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 17:07 (Renewable Energy World)

Lee Elliott is a 21st century prospector. His Eldorado isn't gold, but that elusive briny pond or brackish puddle that houses an algal species that both is rife with oil and multiplies quickly. Read more

Second Wind's technology gains ground in South Africa's expanding wind energy market

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 16:55 (Renewable Energy World)

Just six months after entering the South African wind power market, Second Wind has sold eight Triton sonic wind profilers and partnered with WISE-Wind Information Sentinel, a global wind data services provider, to support anticipated demand for Second Wind's leading-edge remote sensing technology. Read more

Spain's Gamesa Eyes Baja California Wind

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 6:00 (Renewable Energy World)

Gamesa, the expansionist Spanish wind-power company, is stepping up its forays into Mexican with hopes to sell as many as 2,000 wind turbines to Baja California. Its plans come at a time when observers expect the windy state bordering Southern California will attract $6bn of wind investments by 2015. Read more

Exhibitor Opportunities Now Available for the 2011 Clean Energy Workforce Education Conference

Tuesday, 1.18.2011 - 9:26 (Renewable Energy World)

Talk directly with hundreds of attendees at the 4th National Clean Energy Workforce Education Conference in Saratoga Springs, March 8-10, 2011. Read more