Suntech Introduces 255-Watt Polycrystalline Module at Intersolar Europe 2012

The new 60-cell module, which utilizes optimized metallization technology to boost efficiency, is one of the most powerful in its class and can be incorporated into almost any kind of solar application.

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Sunport Phase III Solar Project Completed in Albuquerque

Today Mayor Richard J. Berry and representatives from Affordable Solar, PNM and the Albuquerque International Sunport officially turned on Phase III of a solar array mounted on the airport’s parking structure.

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Konarka Technologies Files for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Protection

Under chapter 7 proceedings, the company’s operations cease and a trustee is tasked with liquidating the company’s assets for the benefit of creditors. Creditors will be asked to submit their claims to the Bankruptcy Court and are unable to obtain payment from the company.

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Nanosolar Raises $70 Million in New Capital

Nanosolar Inc.has announced that it has raised $70 million in new capital. The financing will be used to expand production of thin film solar cells and panels, support research and development designed to deliver greater efficiency, and drive faster commercialization of the company’s solar technology.

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Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Certifies BYD’s Asia Testing Center and First 250 KW Solar Inverter

The BYD 250 KW inverter is the first Chinese inverter with UL certification and the third in the world of its size to be certified by UL. UL awarded BYD’s photovoltaic inverter with “UL witness laboratory and WTDP” qualifications and awarded certificates for BYD’s 3.3 KW On-board EV charger and 5 KW home inverter – all these products are the first to be certified by UL in the Asia-Pacific region.

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President Obama Calls on Congress to Act on Clean Energy Tax Credits in “To Do List”

the President will highlight the need to reduce our reliance on foreign oil and develop more secure domestic energy sources by investing in clean energy manufacturing.

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Eclipse Live by Solar Power Achieves More than 200K Viewers from 142 Countries

They broadcasted live feed of the Solar Eclipse, mixing the live filming of the Solar Eclipse from Wakayama and commentary from the base camp in Mount Fuji.

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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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Dow Corning and Hemlock Semiconductor Respond to U.S. Solar Tariffs

In our view, both the U.S. and China will benefit by removing barriers to trade and promoting collaboration and open trade policies rather than introducing measures or litigation that impose trade barriers.

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Suntech Response to Preliminary Decision on U.S. Antidumping Tariffs Levied on Chinese Solar Cells

“These duties do not reflect the reality of a highly-competitive global solar industry. Suntech has consistently maintained a positive gross margin as revenues are higher than our cost of production.

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Chinese Solar Panels Slapped with Huge Tariffs by the U.S.

In a decision that will surely infuriate the Chinese and cause more friction in a trade relationship that has been less than cordial of late, the United States will impose antidumping tariffs of more than 31 percent on solar panels from China.

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REFUsol Opens Manufacturing Facility in Greenville, South Carolina

REFUsol Inc., a manufacturer of solar inverters, received the necessary safety certificates to begin distribution of its solar inverters produced at the Greenville County plant of its sister company, Prettl Electronics.

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Innovative Solar Metal Wall Panel System Unveiled

Konarka Technologies, Inc., an innovator in development and commercialization of Konarka Power Plastic®, a lightweight, flexible organic solar film that converts light to electricity, and Dri-Design®, manufacturer of the patented Dri-Design Wall Panel System, today announced Konarka’s Power Plastic solar panels have been integrated into Dri-Design’s metal rainscreen panels for building façade applications.

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