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Solar Frontier Achieves World Record Thin-Film Solar Cell Efficiency of 22.3%

published: 2015-12-09 11:31

Solar Frontier has set a new world record for thin-film solar cell efficiency. In joint research with the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) of Japan, Solar Frontier achieved 22.3% conversi... more

China Gives Development Priorities to New Energy, EVs and Green Building

published: 2015-12-08 18:50

The Chinese government has published its “Suggestion” for the Thirteenth Five-year Plan (the “13th Plan”) in advance to the full version. The 13th Plan recognizes “green” as a keyword for the nation to develop sustainably, ... more

SolarWorld AG Shipped More Than 1GW of PV Modules in 2015

published: 2015-12-08 17:55

SolarWorld AG has shipped more than 1GW of PV modules and kits in 2015, reaching its annual shipment goal. The company also expects to exceed its forecast shipment and revenue increase by at least 25% thanks to the market growth. ... more

Sweden Electric Buses Turning into Christmas Celebrations

published: 2015-12-08 17:53

Sweden ElectriCity recently launched an electric bus pilot program in Gothenburg, turning some of its buses into Christmas decorations/celebrations. In addition to that, the bus plays Christmas music. Those in the area who ... more

8point3 Energy Partners Announces Update to Initial Project Portfolio

published: 2015-12-08 17:39

8point3 Energy Partners LP, a yieldco vehicle formed by First Solar and SunPower, provided an update on the projects included in its initial portfolio. As of November 30, 2015, the partnership's fiscal year end, all project as... more

Enel Green Power Partners with Powerhive to Expand Clean Energy in Kenya

published: 2015-12-08 17:21

Enel Green Power partnered with microgrid solution provider Powerhive to invest US$12 million in building and operating mini-grids in 100 Kenyan villages. The partnership is to accelerate Kenya’s clean energy development. Powerhiv... more

Poland Announces Breakthrough Green Energy Innovation

published: 2015-12-08 16:32

Poland has sparked breakthrough inventions for green energy. A young female scientist has transformed solar panels into transparent thin-film. Electricity can be generated as long as there is light. “This thin-film can generate el... more

8minutenergy Names Arthur Haubenstock as General Counsel and Vice President, Government & Regulatory

published: 2015-12-08 15:26

8minutenergy Renewables, LLC, a solar developer in the U.S., has appointed Arthur Haubenstock as General Counsel and Vice President, Government & Regulatory. Haubenstock is an experienced energy attorney whose career includes ... more

Sungevity Launches New Service in Rhode Island

published: 2015-12-08 14:55

Sungevity will start offering its residential and commercial solar services in Rhode Island. The state's residents now have access to Sungevity's hardware, software and ongoing consultation as well as online platform that ... more

Canadian Solar Secures GBP19.2 Million Loan from RBS

published: 2015-12-08 14:45

Canadian Solar has signed a financing agreement pursuant to which Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has agreed to provide a GBP19.2 million ($29.0 million) term loan to Canadian Solar for the construction of seven solar power plants wi... more

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