Center for High-Efficiency Solar Cells – Cornerstone Laid For a New Laboratory Building at Fraunhofer ISE Updated On Thu, Oct 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy Fraunhofer ISE’s new “Center for High-Efficiency Solar Cells” in Freiburg builds upon this solid foundation. It will include infrastructure to replace the outdated clean room for solar cell development and is also perfectly equipped for the next generation of solar cells. When the Fraunhofer ISE Photovoltaic Technology Evaluation Center PV-TEC was inaugurated in Spring 2006, […] Read more
New Nanomaterial Can Create Hydrogen Fuel from Seawater Updated On Thu, Oct 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy Researchers from University of Central Florida in the US developed a new catalyst that is able to not only harvest a much broader spectrum of light than other materials, but also stand up to the harsh conditions found in seawater. In a breakthrough, scientists have developed a new nanomaterial that uses solar energy to generate […] Read more
EBRD Earmarks 200 Million Euros for Renewables in Kazakhstan Updated On Thu, Oct 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy The EBRD Board of Directors has approved a financing framework of up to €200 million. This will be used to finance primarily private renewable energy projects with a total generating capacity of 300 MW within the next five years. As Kazakhstan prepares to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its independence, the European Bank for Reconstruction […] Read more
Discover Battery Appoints David Norman as New Director – Product & Business Development (AES) Updated On Thu, Oct 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy David comes to Discover with a wealth of experience within the solar industry, having spent the last 17 years at Schneider Electric and Xantrex Technology in global roles leading Product Management and Commercial organizations Discover Battery has announced that David Norman has joined the team to further develop the company’s growing solar storage business, […] Read more
BASF and SoloPower Launches New Roofing Solution Updated On Thu, Oct 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy Multi-layered roofing system can be up to 60% lighter than conventional roofs due to its unique light weight construction materials throughout its design. This solution includes roof panels, waterproofing membrane and solar panels. BASF and SoloPower Systems, a photovoltaic technology company has launched the seamless and multi-layered roofing system that is an interface between a […] Read more
Scatec Solar Has Teamed With Statoil for 162mw Solar Power Plant in Brazil Updated On Thu, Oct 5th, 2017 by Saurenergy Statoil will also acquire a 50 percent share in the project execution company, enabling Statoil to participate in building and operating solar projects in the future. Scatec Solar ASA (SSO) and Statoil ASA (STL) have agreed to establish a 50/50 Joint Venture to build, own and operate large scale solar plants in Brazil. The Joint […] Read more
Sonnedix Announces Partnership and Acquisition of Controlling Interest in Cox Energy Chile SpA Updated On Wed, Oct 4th, 2017 by Saurenergy As a result of the acquisition, Sonnedix has secured a 20-year off-take commencing in 2022 and the option to acquire a 74 MW solar project that adds to its current development portfolio of more than 250 MW. Sonnedix has announced the acquisition of a controlling interest in Cox Energy Chile SpA and a strategic […] Read more
Saudi Arabia opens bid for ‘utility scale’ 300 MW solar project Updated On Wed, Oct 4th, 2017 by Saurenergy “Today’s bid opening represents a significant milestone for the National Renewable Energy Programme, and an important step on the way to diversifying Saudi Arabia’s domestic energy mix and building a cutting edge domestic renewable energy sector” Saudi Arabia invited bids today for a “utility-scale” 300-megawatt solar project, a first for the world’s top oil exporter. […] Read more
JinkoSolar’s practical sized (245.83cm2) P-type multi-crystalline silicon solar cells achieves record efficiency of 22.04% Updated On Tue, Oct 3rd, 2017 by Saurenergy JinkoSolar’s record-breaking multi-crystalline silicon solar cell was manufactured on a high quality boron doped mc-Si substrate JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. has announced that its practical sized (245.83cm2) P-type multi-crystalline silicon solar cells reached the world’s highest conversion efficiency of 22.04%. It is the second time that JinkoSolar has broken this world record since October 2016. […] Read more