Global Tech I including 80 plants to be created northwest of Cuxhaven inthe North Sea-Energy suppliers as client HOCHTIEF Construction has been awarded the contract for another offshore wind farm. From mid-2012, the HOCHTIEF subsidiary is expected to start constructing the wind farm Global Tech I in the German North Sea. The contract volume is… Read more »
Meyer Burger Technology Ltd strengthens its sales and service organization in the United States and acquires through its fully owned subsidiary 3S Industries USA Inc. (new: MBT Systems Ltd.) by way of an asset purchase transaction the employees and assets of SGS Slicing Solutions Inc. and SGS Machine Tool LLC. Closing of the transaction is… Read more »
aleo solar AG (ISIN: DE000A0JM634) today announced that it will increase the total annual production capacity of its three factories from 250 megawatts (MW) to 390 MW by the end of the coming year. Around EUR 20 million is being invested in the expansion, which will create a total of 100 new jobs. This expansion… Read more »
German solar pioneer Wagner & Co has joined forces with one of the leading suppliers of photovoltaic equipment in southern England, AC Solartechnic Ltd. The new joint venture, “Wagner Solar UK “, will do business beginning in November from AC Solartechnic´s present site in Sidlesham, near Chichester, West Sussex . The premises provide enough space… Read more »
Applied Materials, Inc. today announced that Hareon Solar Corporation has selected Applied’s SmartFactoryTM manufacturing automation software to improve productivity across Hareon’s solar photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturing operations in China. Hareon Solar will deploy Applied’s software at its cell subsidiaries Jiangyin Hareon Solar Technology Co., Ltd. and Altusvia Energy Co., Ltd. Hareon Solar selected the SmartFactory… Read more »
Thanks to its specialist know-how in the field of thin-wafer handling in the semiconductor industry, Mechatronic Systemtechnik, a supplier of thin-wafer handling systems based in Carinthia, Austria, has been selected by the European Commission to make its skills available to the photovoltaic [solar energy] industry. Mechatronic Systemtechnik is a technology partner within the EU project,… Read more »
Government and energy utilities are embracing solar energy on a global scale because it can compete with conventional energy sources such as oil and gas not only in terms of making environmental savings, but also on grounds of cost. As the world’s energy consumption is forecast to triple by 2050, the need to find a… Read more »
The world market leader in the field of solar wafer measurement increases its engagement for cell producers Hennecke Systems, Member of the Meyer Burger Technology Group, delivers now specialized measuring tools for the cell line incoming wafer inspection. The leading manufacturer in the quality control of solar wafers has expanded its product portfolio accordingly. The… Read more »
Coventry, UK – 19th October 2010 – Circadian Solar, the concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) systems supplier, has today announced the appointment of Hans-Juergen Cramer as Chairman. The strategic appointment comes as Circadian Solar moves towards volume manufacture of its CPV systems. The former CEO of Vattenfall Europe has nearly 30 years of experience in the energy,… Read more »
Albion, Mich. – October 20, 2010 – Patriot Solar Group announces its new e-commerce site, focusing on selling a wide-range of solar-powered products.The new site, http://store.patriotsolargroup.com, showcases the full-line of solar products the company sells in conjunction with its solar tracking systems, fixed and ground mount structures. “With our new e-commerce site, we are your… Read more »
More than 30 years after former President Jimmy Carter installed solar panels on the roof of the White House, President Barack Obama might have a better chance of installing panels that will stay put. The Department of Energy announced this month that the White House soon will have solar panels to supply the first family’s… Read more »
Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, a world leader in solar electricity, today announced that it will supply its industry-leading tandem junction thin film solar panels for an 18.5 megawatt (MW) DC solar deployment in Ontario, Canada. The solar deployment, which is being developed under a joint venture between SunEdison, a subsidiary… Read more »
Meyer Burger has successfully concluded a contract of over CHF 30 million for wire saws with a customer in Asia. The customer plans the expansion of its production facility in 2011, and relies on the high-tech manufacturing equipment from Meyer Burger. The wire saws are scheduled to be delivered during fiscal year 2011. Meyer Burger… Read more »
SNRY Shareholders to Receive SOPV Stock Solar Energy Initiatives, with businesses in solar project development, distribution and workforce training, today announced that the company intends to distribute shares of Solar Park Initiatives. SNRY will file a registration statement during the fourth quarter of 2010 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which will enable… Read more »
Grenzebach Maschinenbau signs contracts at glasstec Every two years, glasstec – the world’s most important fair for the glass industry and the respective sub-suppliers – takes place at Düsseldorf. Grenzebach Maschinenbau showed a lot of innovative technology for the glass and solar branch on their new, two-story fair stand. „For us, glasstec is the most… Read more »
With so many conferences and exhibitions in the solar/PV calendar, it can be tough to decide which to attend. PES is committed to showcasing the very best the industry has to offer, which is why in this issue we’re previewing SPI – North America’s largest B2B solar event. Background Previously known as the Solar Power… Read more »
CVD Equipment Corporation announced today that it has received an initial order for $3.4 million from a solar panel manufacturer to provide deposition production tools for their solar factory. CVD continues to benefit from the increased demand for products that generate or save energy and we anticipate that this trend will continue to create demand… Read more »
The collaboration between Broadstreet Energy and SET-Solar began over one year ago. Since then, Broadstreet has installed 1 megawatt of SET-Solar’s modules. With this collaboration Broadstreet was able to produce one of the largest solar installations in the Los Angeles Area-Flamemaster Corporation. The 211 kW solar PV system, installed on the roof of the Flamemaster… Read more »
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger declared the month of October “Solar Energy Month,” and Southern California Edison (SCE), a supplier of renewable energy and solar power, reminds everyone that there is much to celebrate. According to a release, the following is a roundup of noteworthy solar news, events and facts: Throughout October / Free Solar Classes for… Read more »
The DGM-S460 is a rugged utility- grade photovoltaic (PV) inverter that offers a unique architecture and a market-leading 460W power output in the micro-inverter space. The technology employed in the Direct Grid micro-inverter permits unparalleled customization options, increased flexibility and connection to the highest power PV modules available on the market. “Achievement of UL1741 now… Read more »
PowerGuard partners with Upsolar to provide industry-leading insurance policy Upsolar, a leading international solar module supply partner, today announced its new warranty program, backed by PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services, a coverage holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries. Effective December 31, 2010, Upsolar’s high-quality solar photovoltaic… Read more »
Effective of 1 October 2010, Dr. Maria Lahaye-Geusen (50) has been appointed as head of Corporate Communications at Ferrostaal AG. She is reporting to CEO Jan Secher, who took office in June 2010. From 2008, Lahaye-Geusen was responsible for marketing and communications at the light metal supplier Honsel AG, where she supported the restructuring process…. Read more »
DEK Solar used the recent EU PVSEC exhibition in Valencia to unveil the results of breakthrough new research into the Print-on-Print (PoP) technique, an approach that improves cell efficiencies, can be dropped into mainstream commercial production and can reduce the costs of production. Now available for download from www.deksolar.com, the company’s new white paper is… Read more »
The California Energy Commission staff will hold workshops on the proposed 150-megawatt Rice Solar Energy Project. The public is invited to participate. When: Monday, October 11, 2010, beginning at 1 p.m.Tuesday, October 12, 2010, beginning at 10 a.m. Where: 3rd Floor Conference Room Fish Bowl, California Energy Commission, 1516 Ninth Street, Sacramento, California on October… Read more »
High-quality AC-enabled solar module further improves system output October 5, 2010 – Upsolar, a leading international solar module supply partner, has announced a partnership with Enphase Energy, Inc., the leader in solar microinverter technology. Current and future generations of Upsolar’s PV modules will incorporate Enphase junction boxes compatible with Enphase microinverters, resulting in an AC-enabled… Read more »
With investors’ eyes drifting ever eastwards, the opening markets of SEE are becoming increasingly popular. With looming EU targets and the removal or bureaucratic red tape, SEE members are witnessing an investment rush. The conference aims at assessing the region’s strengths and weaknesses and to identify the investment opportunities. The areas of discussion will cover… Read more »
Saint-Gobain Solar, a leading manufacturer of sustainable materials and engineered renewable energy solutions, introduces its new LightSwitchTM portfolio of solutions, including LightSwitch Frontsheet, LightSwitch Encapsulant, and LightSwitch Frontsheet Complete, as well as a design program for photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturers. A high-performance and durable alternative to conventional materials, LightSwitch film products provide PV module manufacturers… Read more »
Eight prize winners of the 20th Swiss Solar Prize rely on the aesthetic and functional quality of the integrated photovoltaic panels from Lyss From the new Monte Rosa cabin to energy retrofitting for old buildings and energy-plus houses, to the largest photovoltaic installation integrated into any building in Switzerland – on the roof of a… Read more »
The acquisition of Behnke, Erdman & Whitaker Engineering, Inc. (BEW Engineering, Inc.) in San Ramon, California, supports the DNV strategy of growth in Clean and Renewable energies. “With the addition of BEW, DNV has further strengthened our service lines to the renewable energy market. In particular, we now offer a more complete service portfolio for… Read more »
Solar Energy Limited (the “Company”) is pleased to update its shareholders regarding the fulfillment of its corporate mission statement. The Company intends to focus its activities in the green energy market by establishing itself at the supply-end of the nuclear power chain: specifically, uranium exploration. Nuclear Power, a green energy source with a very low… Read more »
SunPower Corp. today announced that the company has been selected to design, build, operate, and maintain the 10-megawatt Dover SUN Park, in Dover, Del. for White Oak Solar Energy, L.P ., a wholly owned subsidiary of LS Power Group. The solar park, which is expected to be operational next summer, will deliver emission-free solar power… Read more »
• The Spanish multinational has opened a new manufacturing facility located in Wallaceburg (Ontario), from which it will distribute 1 and 2-axes trackers both to Canadian customers and those in north-eastern USA (Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana and Illinois, among others). • The new plant in Wallaceburg, which is over 20,000 square feet with 2 acres… Read more »
United Solar, a leading global manufacturer of building-integrated and rooftop photovoltaics under its UNI-SOLAR(R) brand — and a wholly owned subsidiary of Energy Conversion Devices announced today it has signed an agreement to supply a 870 kW building-integrated photovoltaic system to New Jersey Resources Clean Energy Ventures (NJRCEV). Developed with United Solar’s technical expertise, the… Read more »
Installation Marks Major Milestone in 12-Year Partnership Cal Poly Pomona University is celebrating becoming carbon neutral at its 16-acre John T. Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies with an event called “Plug into the Sun: Green Light to Carbon Neutral.” The milestone was made possible by the installation of concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) solar energy systems from… Read more »
Company’s CPV Technology Shortlisted for Sustainable Technology Innovation of the Year Award Cool Earth Solar, an innovative solar company providing clean energy, has been named a finalist in the 2010 Platts Global Energy Awards, an annual competition honoring top achievers in the utility industry. Established in 1999 and widely recognized as the “Oscars” of the… Read more »
Tucson-based SOLON Corporation, a subsidiary of SOLON SE and one of the largest crystalline silicon solar module manufacturers and provider of turnkey solar power plants in the U.S., announced a contract with Arizona Public Service (APS) to develop, design and construct an 18-megawatt (MW) solar power plant featuring SOLON’s turnkey system design, high-efficiency modules and… Read more »