Wind energy has been allocated 8,400 MW, conventional solar 8,400 MW and concentrated solar power (CSP) 1,000 MW. The third round of bidding for renewable power projects is expected to take place during the second quarter of 2013. The Sasol South Africa Solar Challenge, which started on the 18th of September 2012 concluded on the … Continue reading Solar challenge road race completed
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U.S. photovoltaic solar power shipments set record in 2011
Total U.S. shipments of photovoltaic modules increased from 2, 644,498 peak kilowatts in 2010 to 3,772,075 peak kilowatts in 2011, a nearly 43-percent surge, according to the report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. U.S. shipments of solar photovoltaic modules reached a record high last year, despite declining prices for solar technology and photovoltaic cells, … Continue reading U.S. photovoltaic solar power shipments set record in 2011
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Mecca to establish SR 2.4 billion solar power project
“The solar power project will be established on an area of about two million square meters. About 20 international consortiums consisting of about 100 companies will compete for the execution of the project,” Mayor Osama bin Fadl Al-Bar told business daily Al-Eqtisadiah on Wednesday. Makkah municipality (Mecca) will establish a mega solar energy project, costing … Continue reading Mecca to establish SR 2.4 billion solar power project
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How Solar Energy and EV’s Will Save Us
On the tail end end of whirlwind tour around the country to present at EcoGen MasterClasses, I had my own little epiphany around some of the issues that our industry faces today. I remembered the principle of taking just one step. Almost 25 years ago, I was working in a car factory making automotive parts … Continue reading How Solar Energy and EV’s Will Save Us
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Kyocera to Supply 30MW of Modules for Solar Power Plant in Northern Japan
The project will be operated by Eurus Energy Group’s subsidiary in charge of renewable energy generation business, with plans for construction to start in October of this year and operations to start in March 2014. The solar power plant is expected to generate the equivalent amount of annual power for roughly 9,600 typical households, off-setting … Continue reading Kyocera to Supply 30MW of Modules for Solar Power Plant in Northern Japan
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JinkoSolar, CJIC to Develop Kenya’s Largest Solar Power Plant
The project is planned to occupy 81 hectare and is expected to be one of the largest grid connected solar power plants in Africa. Located in northwest city of Garissa, Kenya, the plant is expected to produce approximately 76,473 megawatts hours per year, reducing yearly carbone missions by 64,190 tons and saving coal consumption by … Continue reading JinkoSolar, CJIC to Develop Kenya’s Largest Solar Power Plant
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90% of Americans See the Positive Impact of Solar Energy
The survey shows that America’s commitment to solar is strong, with 80 percent of respondents expecting their elected officials to support solar energy initiatives and 81 percent believing, regardless of who is in office, the White House and other official federal and state residences should use solar energy. In a new election cycle survey on … Continue reading 90% of Americans See the Positive Impact of Solar Energy
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Largest solar power project in Tanzania’s history
This solar project, believed to be the largest of its kind in Tanzania’s history, is being carried out through a joint effort between Rex Investment Ltd and Camco International from the UK. Implementation of a solar power project in the Kigoma region of Tanzania has gotten underway, with the initial installation of solar systems completed … Continue reading Largest solar power project in Tanzania’s history
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Georgia Power creates initiative to acquire 210 MW of solar power
To meet the 210 MW target, Georgia Power would purchase 60 MW annually for three years with projects ranging in size from one to 20 megawatts, which applies to very large commercial or utility-scale projects. The other 10 MW would be met through a distributed-scale program for residential and commercial projects. Georgia Power Company today … Continue reading Georgia Power creates initiative to acquire 210 MW of solar power
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German Solar Power Installations Surpass 30 GWp Milestone
German solar installations make up more than the rest of Europe combined. Germany installed roughly 320 MWp of solar power in August, according to initial reports. This addition has bumped Germany past 30 GWp, the first country in the world to reach this level of photovoltaic capacity. Germany Trade & Investindustry experts will share the … Continue reading German Solar Power Installations Surpass 30 GWp Milestone
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Saudi Arabia emerges as top solar power producer
Estival delivered a speech on “Why Saudi Arabia’s huge solar potential may not be enough” at the Solar Arabia Summit held in Riyadh last week. “Solar Energy is one of the most promising contributor to solve energy peak demand, expected to be 120 GW by 2030,” Estival said. The Kingdom is one of the world’s … Continue reading Saudi Arabia emerges as top solar power producer
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Solar Power Lights up Future for Mongolian Herders
Thanks to the National 100,000 Solar Ger Electrification Program, over half a million men, women and children, covering half the rural population of Mongolia and 70 percent of herders, now have access to modern electricity. A new market for electronic appliances is helping boost the rural economy About a quarter of Mongolia’s 2.8 million people … Continue reading Solar Power Lights up Future for Mongolian Herders
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OPIC Approves $250 Million for 60MW Solar Power Project in South Africa
The project came about in response to the new Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Program (REIPP), a South African government initiative that aims to increase investment in renewable energy production, especially solar power, with a goal of having 3725MW online by 2016. By involving two local firms as co-sponsors along with its U.S. investors, the … Continue reading OPIC Approves $250 Million for 60MW Solar Power Project in South Africa
Continue readingDow committed to Middle East’s Solar Power Industry
Solar power technology like CSP offers many advantages in regions that require reliable new sources of energy. The technology helps diversify energy supply, is capable of producing power during periods of peak demand, and reduces dependence on fossil fuels. When used instead of fossil fuel generation plants, CSP facilities offer improved air quality and can … Continue reading Dow committed to Middle East’s Solar Power Industry
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Japan Emerged as Third Largest Solar Power Market in 2011
Japan added more than 1 GW of solar installed capacity in 2011. The new feed in tariff structure was implemented on the 1st of July in 2012, wherein solar has been given the highest tariff than the other renewable sources of energy. With JPY 42/ kWh, it is also one of the highest solar tariffs … Continue reading Japan Emerged as Third Largest Solar Power Market in 2011
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Japan has been involved in solar power development since the early 1990s when the country installed its first solar power plant. It has already become one of the top countries for total solar photovoltaic (PV) panels installed and its companies are leading manufacturers of PV solar panels. Comparing to the installed generation capacity of Solar … Continue reading Japan Solar Power sector analysis
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Wind energy and solar is actually cheaper than energy from coal and nuclear power plants
Taking into account health and environmental damage, wind and solar power from new plants in Europe is actually cheaper than energy from coal and nuclear power plants, according to a new report. Many people find it difficult to calculate the true cost of their electricity. Special duties, taxes and subsidies all add up to influence … Continue reading Wind energy and solar is actually cheaper than energy from coal and nuclear power plants
Continue readingCalifornia Water Treatment Facility Turns To Solar Energy
Located at Ramona’s Santa Maria Wastewater Treatment Plant, the fixed-tilt solar project uses a total of 2,156 Siliken panels with an annual energy output of 919,000 kilowatt hours (kWh), which will be used to run the plant itself. The installation is scheduled to go on-stream by September 30, 2012. The municipal water district that provides water, sewer, … Continue reading California Water Treatment Facility Turns To Solar Energy
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Improving Lives With Solar Power in Zanzibar
Several villagers without electricity in Zanzibar are now admiring Kendwa Village in north Unguja, where residents have benefited from a solar power lighting project. Leaders from far and nearby villages, to Kendwa, feel the project should be extended to areas without electricity in the constituency because “it looks easy and affordable to many poor families.” … Continue reading Improving Lives With Solar Power in Zanzibar
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BASF to demonstrate sustainable solutions at Solar Power International 12
BASF will showcase its portfolio of innovative products and solutions for the solar industry at Solar Power International 12, September 11-13, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Visitors to booth 1671 will be able to learn about sustainable solutions for solar photovoltaics and solar thermal products that help increase efficiencies and lower … Continue reading BASF to demonstrate sustainable solutions at Solar Power International 12
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