Canadian Solar Inc. (the “Company”, or “Canadian Solar”) (NASDAQ: CSIQ), one of the world’s largest solar power companies, today announced that it served as the supplier of photovoltaic (PV) modules for the 42.9 MW Takataya Hibiki PV plant in Kitakyushu, Japan. In total, Canadian Solar provided 168,240 Canadian Solar CS6P-255P solar panels. The Takataya Hibiki … Continue reading Canadian Solar Supplies Photovoltaic Modules for 42.9 MW Solar Energy Plant in Japan
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California becomes first U.S. state to surpass 10,000 MW photovoltaic solar power mark
California has become the first state in the nation to top 10,000 megawatts (MW) of installed solar power capacity, according to the latest U.S. Solar Market Insight Report, which was just released by GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). Today, California has more solar power assets than most nations, including the United … Continue reading California becomes first U.S. state to surpass 10,000 MW photovoltaic solar power mark
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South Africa benefits from wind energy and solar power
Spanjaard, the investment director and portfolio manager at Rezco Asset Management, said before the implementation of the state’s renewables programme, wind power projects were about to be approved at a cost of 125c per kilowatt- hour (kWh). “The government, under the auspices of the Department of Energy, then did some amazing work and developed the … Continue reading South Africa benefits from wind energy and solar power
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China to develop 50 MW photovoltaic solar power project in Kenya
China will be developing a 50 megawatt PV solar power plant in Kenya. According to an International Business Times report, the project is part of an ongoing $5-billion investment initiative of China in Kenya. Kenya has been witnessing solar energy investment over the past few years including a module manufacturing facility in 2011. The latest … Continue reading China to develop 50 MW photovoltaic solar power project in Kenya
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Yingli connects a 50 MW photovoltaic solar power plant to the utility grid in China
Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited (NYSE: YGE) (“Yingli”) (NYSE:YGE), one of the world’s leading solar panel manufacturers, known as “Yingli Solar,” today announced that it has connected its 50 MW PV power plant, located in Hebei Province, China, to the utility grid. The 50 MW PV power plant is the first and largest power … Continue reading Yingli connects a 50 MW photovoltaic solar power plant to the utility grid in China
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100 MW photovoltaic solar energy plant started in Rajasthan
Set up by Azure Power, this is the largest solar power plant in the state under ‘Make in India’ mission. Sharing the solar power vision of the government, Raje said that the state will not only be independent in power generation but will become a surplus power state to the extent of 6,000 MW … Continue reading 100 MW photovoltaic solar energy plant started in Rajasthan
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ADFD extends Dh33 Million loan for Hybrid Solar Power Project in Mali
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has signed an Dh33 million loan agreement with the Government of Mali to finance a hybrid solar energy project in Mali. The funding articulates ADFD’s commitment to supporting renewable energy projects in brotherly and friendly nations given the sector’s crucial role in aiding economic and social development. The … Continue reading ADFD extends Dh33 Million loan for Hybrid Solar Power Project in Mali
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Photovoltaic Solar Energy Passes 1% Global Threshold
Solar power now covers more than 1% of global electricity demand. In three countries in Europe – Italy, Germany and Greece – solar PV supplies more than 7% of electricity demand. This is reported by Solar Power Europe (previously EPIA – European Photovoltaic Industry Association). China is the fastest growing market. Research company GlobalData has … Continue reading Photovoltaic Solar Energy Passes 1% Global Threshold
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Amazon to Build a Solar Power Plant in Virgina
The 80-megawatt PV plant is designed to power 15,000 US homes each year. Amazon’s structure will power its data centers as the company hopes to run exclusively on solar energy in the near future. The company has yet to give details on how much it will cost to build. Amazon’s solar farm is expected to … Continue reading Amazon to Build a Solar Power Plant in Virgina
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China Will Lead Global Photovoltaic Solar Energy by Adding 17.6 Gigawatts in 2015
China will remain the world’s largest market for annual solar Photovoltaic (PV) installations with slightly over 17.6 Gigawatts (GW) in 2015, an increase of approximately 7 GW on the previous year, according to research and consulting firm GlobalData. The company’s report states that China will command the single largest share of a global market … Continue reading China Will Lead Global Photovoltaic Solar Energy by Adding 17.6 Gigawatts in 2015
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United States could use 100% renewable energy by 2050
United States could feasibly convert to 100% renewable energy by 2050 using existing technologies, according to a group of researchers from Stanford University. Civil and environmental engineering professor Mark Z. Jacobson and his colleagues have compiled individual roadmaps for each of the 50 states in the US, setting out how to achieve this feat. They … Continue reading United States could use 100% renewable energy by 2050
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Spanish government plans to tax sunlight
The Spanish government is planning to tax households that produce their own energy through solar power and store some of it using batteries. The Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism has prepared a draught decree that would see a new fee designed to discourage the use of solar charged batteries or other storage systems by … Continue reading Spanish government plans to tax sunlight
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164 countries worldwide have now adopted renewable energy targets
Renewable energy targets are now a defining feature of the global energy landscape, according to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewable Energy Target Setting, launched on the side lines of IRENA’s ninth Council meeting, finds that 164 countries have adopted at least one type of renewable energy target, up from … Continue reading 164 countries worldwide have now adopted renewable energy targets
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Saft Expands its Li-ion Photovoltaic Solar Power Storage Portfolio
Intensium® Home 10M is a high performance 10 kWh/ 10 kW battery designed specifically for high-end residential and small commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. Saft is at Intersolar Europe to launch its new Intensium® Home 10M lithium-ion (Li-ion) energy storage system that offers exceptionally high performance in a modern, aesthetically pleasing design intended specifically … Continue reading Saft Expands its Li-ion Photovoltaic Solar Power Storage Portfolio
Continue readingYingli Supplies Venezuela’s Largest Photovoltaic Solar Energy Project
Yingli Green Energy, one of the world’s leading solar panel manufacturers, today announced that it has supplied 1.1 megawatts (MW) of solar panels for Venezuela’s largest solar project, a hybrid solar-diesel power plant located in Los Roques. The 1.1 MW solar farm was developed, engineered, and constructed by Consorcio Energias Limpias Alternativas Venezolanas (CELAV). Vico … Continue reading Yingli Supplies Venezuela’s Largest Photovoltaic Solar Energy Project
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SunEdison awarded 371 megawatts across five photovoltaic solar power projects in South Africa
SunEdison, Inc. (NYSE: SUNE), the world’s largest renewable energy development company, today announced it has been awarded an additional five solar photovoltaic projects in South Africa, totaling 371 megawatts (MW) DC. This award stems from the extended capacity announcement for the fourth bid round of the Renewable Energy IPP Procurement (REIPPP) Programme organized by South … Continue reading SunEdison awarded 371 megawatts across five photovoltaic solar power projects in South Africa
Continue readingU.S. has 32 GW of large photovoltaic (PV) solar energy projects under development
There has been a noticeable increase in the number of photovoltaic (PV) projects in the United States aiming to be operational before the expiration of the 30% Federal energy investment tax credit (ITC) on 31 December, 2016. According to IHS, the leading global source of critical information and insight, over 32 gigawatts (GWs) of projects greater than … Continue reading U.S. has 32 GW of large photovoltaic (PV) solar energy projects under development
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Photovoltaic solar power launched in Jordan
A major solar power venture has got underway in Jordan’s southern governorate of Ma’an with investments totaling $170 million and targeted electricity output of 52.5 megawatts. Shams Ma’an Power Generation PSC, the company which will carry the project, launched the construction phase of the electricity generation venture which will use photovoltaic cells. The venture is … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power launched in Jordan
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India: Villagers prefer solar power
Solar power has come to the rescue of villagers of Pandikudi in Periyalur village panchayat near Aranthangi. Realising the uses and advantages of this non-conventional energy, they made a forceful plea with the district administration to repair and maintain a solar power operated street-light. During the course of inspection of solar lamps set up in … Continue reading India: Villagers prefer solar power
Continue readingRailways plans to harness solar power in India
Railways has rolled out a non-AC coach of Rewari-Sitapur passenger train lit by solar panels installed on its roof as part of its plan to harness the green source of energy in a big way. Railways is planning to come out with a solar policy for procuring 1000 MW solar power in the next five … Continue reading Railways plans to harness solar power in India
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