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2012/07/12Q.CELLS Develops 60-Cells Module with Record Performance of 301W
Q.CELLS is the first photovoltaics company in the world to break the 300 wattpeak (Wp) barrier for 60-cells modules. The record performance of 301Wp was confirmed by the independent testing institute SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) Institut Fresenius in Dresden. -
2012/07/12
EDF EN Announces Divestiture of Ontario Solar Project
EDF EN Canada Inc. today announced it has completed the divestiture transaction of four Ontario solar projects with Fiera Axium Infrastructure Canada L.P. -
2012/07/12
aleo solar Registers Interest in Innovative Solar Modules
aleo solar today announced that the new modules and mounting systems unveiled at Intersolar are experiencing strong demand. Trade professionals attending the Munich show were treated to a complete range of innovative products: The module even uses the back to produce electricity from solar energy, which boosts yield considerably. Also on show was a solar hybrid module, which combines the benefits of solar thermal and photovoltaic systems and can be used both for hot water production and as a generator. The antiglare module also enables installation near airports and on facades. And with its new frameless BIPV module, aleo solar is offering new design options for visually appealing building integration. Many fitters are also interested in the new highefficiency module, the storage solutions and the SOL-50 universal mounting system. This subframe system made by SEN is designed to fit a wide range of roof types. Once fitted, it ensures the rapid installation of aleo modules. -
2012/07/11Photon Energy Donates PV Technology to Uganda
Photon Energy has participated in a charitable program facilitating electrification and water supply in a village in Uganda, thus delivering on its motto that "Clean energy must be for everyone." -
2012/07/11SoloPower 2d Generation Modules Certified to UL and IEC Standards
SoloPower has received certification of its next-generation SF1, SP1, and SP3L SoloPanels® to both Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards, the company announced today. -
2012/07/11Powerway Establishes Logistics Base in the Netherlands
Following the implementation of a 35MW free field project, Powerway has established a logistics base in The Netherlands. This will support the smooth implementation of the project, and, more importantly, support Powerway's ability to grow with the development trends of the PV markets in Western European countries, including The UK, Germany, France, and Denmark. It will provide Powerway with the flexibility to quickly supply the fast-growing demand for its products in these important markets. -
2012/07/11KYOCERA Modules Confirmed as PID Resistant by Fraunhofer CSP Test
Kyocera Corporation announced that its solar modules have again passed independent quality testing with flying colors after the non-profit Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP (Halle, Germany) disclosed the results of its potential induced degradation (PID) test which demonstrated that Kyocera's modules did not show any degradation after being subjected to high voltage stress testing. The results of this third-party test illustrate the high quality and high reliability of Kyocera's modules - which are born of the company's more than 35 years of experience in the industry and its quality-focused manufacturing process. -
2012/07/11
Trina Solar Expands into Canada
Trina Solar Limited today announced a new Ontario sales and business development office as the Company also announces a partnership with Silfab Ontario, enabling Trina Solar to offer modules that are locally-manufactured for the Canadian market. -
2012/07/10
Powerway Obtains Order for 18MW Ground-Mounted PV Plant in Janpan
The Japanese government has implemented a new "Renewable Energy Law," commencing in July 2012. The new regulations guarantee renewable energy producers fixed-prices for the energy they generate. This system not only provides support for PV projects in Japan, but also guarantees that the Japanese PV industry as a whole will flourish. -
2012/07/10
SunEdison Closes 98MW of Solar Projects in Europe
SunEdison today provided additional details on the solar project closings announced last week. The company closed three transactions involving approximately 98 megawatts (MWp) of photovoltaic (PV) power plants in Europe during the second quarter. The transactions include the sale of a 60MWp power plant in Bulgaria to a consortium of investors consisting of an affiliate of First Reserve Energy Infrastructure Fund, Crescent Capital and ACWA Power; a 13MWp portfolio of projects in Italy to Eoxis; and a 25MWp power plant in Italy to an institutional investor.