NADB and SunEdison Close on US$65 Million Loan for 20 MW Solar Park in Arizona

The North American Development Bank (NADB) and SunEdison, a leading worldwide solar energy services provider and subsidiary of MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc., have signed a US$65 million loan agreement for the construction of a 20-megawatt (AC) solar park in Picture Rocks, Arizona.

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First Solar Looking to Benefit from Saudi Arabia’s $109 Billion Plan

Solar stocks could get a boost as Saudi Arabia has announced a $109 billion plan to create a solar industry that will generate a third of the nation’s electricity within two decades.

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Three Solar Projects Commissioned for City of Somerton, Arizona

Chosen from a competitive bidding process that considered all renewable technologies, GreenVolts systems provide 416 kW of power required for Somerton’s water treatment, public safety and water supply applications.

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World’s First Cattle Feedlot Solar Field Completed

Independent Solar Developers, a provider of solar installations to the Agricultural Industry, today announced that they are the first company to install, commission and operate a 480kW CPV solar field that provides both energy and shade to a cattle feedlot.

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New England Solar Partnership Announced

Sunergy America and Electrical Contractors, Inc. (ECI)has announced the formation of a strategic partnership to join forces in addressing the renewable energy markets in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

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UN Welcomes European Commission’s Commitment to Sustainable Energy for All

The initiative will seek to provide energy services to 500 million people by 2030.

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Solar3D Announces Path to Commercialization

“We believe that the result of our innovation will be a revolutionary solar cell that can deliver energy at a cost that will make solar power viable throughout the world”

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OneRoof Energy Secures $3 Million in Additional Funding from Black Coral Capital

OneRoof Energy, the first U.S. residential solar leasing company to work directly with roofers to sell and install its systems, has secured $3 million in additional financing from clean-tech investment firm Black Coral Capital. The company will utilize the funds to expand current markets and launch new markets this year. Black Coral Capital backs innovative [...]

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BNY Mellon Appointed to Trustee and Agent Roles for Topaz Solar Farms’ $2.4 Billion Project Financing

BNY Mellon, an  investment management and services firm, has been appointed collateral agent, depositary agent, indenture trustee, paying agent and registrar by Topaz Solar Farms, LLC for its $2.4 billion project financing. Topaz Solar Farms, which is a subsidiary of MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company, will use the proceeds to finance the construction of a 550 [...]

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China Sunergy Begins Manufacturing Solar Modules in France

China Sunergy Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: CSUN) a specialized solar cell and module manufacturer, announced that the Company has begun assembling solar modules in France through OEM cooperation with KDG Energy, a French manufacturer of high quality PV modules. Today, the first order will be delivered to Akuo Energy Group, a leading developer, investor and operator [...]

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First 50 Megawatts of Large Solar Power Plant in Baja California, Mexico Enabled By Cross-Border Collaboration

SolFocus, Inc. joined with Mexican land and real estate developer Grupo Musa and U.S.-based energy developer Synergy Technologies, LLC to announce the launch of a landmark solar power plant in Baja California near Tecate, Mexico. The project, planned as a 450 megawatt total capacity, will be built in 50 megawatt tranches, with construction on the [...]

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Waaree Successfully Completes 10MW Solar Project in Gujarat, India

Waaree , founded in 2007 and  one of India’s biggest manufacturers of PV modules & solar power EPC contractors, has announced the successful completion of 10 MW Solar PV Project, at Gujarat, India. Waaree was awarded the 10 MW ground mounted solar power project by M/s Monosteel India Pvt Ltd (MSIL), and were responsible  for [...]

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U.S. Army to Spend $7 Billion on Renewable Energy Projects

WASHINGTON (March 19, 2012) — The Army will partner with industry for up to $7 billion in renewable-energy sources — wind, solar, biomass and geothermal — and has released a draft request for proposal that could allow multiple projects to begin nationwide. Speaking at a media roundtable March 15, Katherine Hammack, assistant secretary of the [...]

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