Members of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA) voted Thursday to rebrand the organisation as SolarPower Europe. Members of the group voted 100% in favour of the name change, with CEO James Watson noting: “This is a true endorsement of a new era in the rapid evolution of solar power in Europe. Our organisation … Continue reading European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA) Rebrands as SolarPower Europe
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2013: Record-year for solar photovoltaics
With at least 38.4 gigawatts (GW) of newly-installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity worldwide and a global cumulative installed capacity of 138.9 GW, 2013 was another historic year for solar PV technology. EPIA’s flagship report assesses global and European PV markets in 2013, makes forecasts for the next five years, and analyses the role of PV … Continue reading 2013: Record-year for solar photovoltaics
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37 GW of solar energy photovoltaic PV installed globally in 2013
The global solar photovoltaic (PV) market grew 24% to 37 GW in 2013, according to preliminary figures released by the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA, Brussels). This brings the world to nearly 137 GW of installed PV at the end of the year. EPIA estimates that China installed the most PV at 11.3 GW, followed … Continue reading 37 GW of solar energy photovoltaic PV installed globally in 2013
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Global solar photovoltaic capacity passes 100 GW
Thee European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA, Brussels, Belgium) has announced that the world’s cumulative solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has reached 101 GW, with 30 GW of new capacity connected to the grid in 2012. It was only in 2008 when the wind energy industry — considered the most mature of renewables — surged past the … Continue reading Global solar photovoltaic capacity passes 100 GW
Continue readingWhile the boundaries of wind farm plants may be large, wind turbines use very little land
The New York Times has an opinion article today from Robert Bryce of the Manhattan Institute that criticizes solar energy and wind power and contains a number of factual errors and omissions.
Continue readingThe EV Project Expands to Memphis
ECOtality announced the addition of Memphis to The EV Project, the largest rollout of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure in the United States.
Continue readingHere Enterprises Pursues Wind Turbines Opportunities
In addition to developing its Cycle Ranch wind farm in Floresville, Texas, Here Enterprises is focusing on lucrative opportunities to provide highly efficient variable pitch wind turbines, equipment and systems.
Continue readingSolar Trust of America Names Steven J. Brewer Executive Vice President
U.S. Utility Industry Veteran Joins SOLAR TRUST as Company Mobilizes Resources and Prepares to Start Construction on World?s Largest Concentrating Solar Power Facility in Blythe, California.
Continue readingEnergy Storage Market for Wind Energy Industry to Reach $1.1 Billion by 2015
There will be a growing market for energy storage systems that will remove some of the major obstacles to wind farm generation and create a business opportunity for these wind turbines systems.
Continue readingAWEA Statement on Senator Reid?s Energy Bill: Include RES!
Only about 700 megawatts (MW) of wind power were added in the second quarter of 2010 and wind farm installations to date this year have dropped by 54% and 69% from 2008 and 2009 levels, respectively.
Continue reading100% renewables in 2050 will create thousands of new jobs
The European Renewable Energy Council (EREC) has set out a vision on how Europe can reach 100% renewable energy by 2050, creating thousands of new jobs in the process.
Continue readingMerkel: Germany must work harder to produce marketable electric vehicles
Merkel, who has set a goal of 1 million electric cars on German roads by 2020, is leading an attempt to accelerate German research and development into the industry.
Continue readingWestar Energy Chooses eMeter Software to Help Put Customers in SmartStar Program
eMeter, a leader in Smart Grid Management software, announced that Westar Energy, Inc., the largest electrical energy supplier in Kansas, selected eMeter to provide the necessary Smart Grid software.
Continue readingLa empresa fotovoltaica española en el Board of Directors de la Asociación Europea de la Industria Fotovoltaica
En la foto, Ingmar Wilhelm (ENEL), izquierda, y Virgilio Navarro (ATERSA) minutos después de su proclamación como presidente y vicepresidente respectivamente, ayer en la asamblea anual de EPIA celebrada en Roma.
Continue readingEl sector fotovoltaico alerta que España perderá el liderazgo
Las tres patronales fotovoltaicas (AEF, APPA y ASIF) advirtieron que España perderá el liderazgo mundial por culpa de la mala regulación que rige el sector
Continue readingLa industria solar fotovoltaica será competitiva en Europa en 2010 y podría aportar el 12% de la electricidad en 2020
La energía solar europea comenzará a ser económicamente competitiva frente a la electricidad convencional a partir del próximo año, según la Asociación de la Industria Fotovoltaica Europea (EPIA).
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