Americas

Chile’s pipeline of approved but unbuilt PV projects reached over 5.33GW at the end of December, according to the country’s renewable energy research centre CER.

Sharp Corporation is planning to stop PV module assembly production at its plant in Memphis, Tennessee by the end of March 2014, according to reports citing company officials.

First Solar said it had started construction of a 22MW PV power plant in Pecos County, Texas.

Major solar manufacturer, Canadian Solar, has received a 91% efficiency PV US test condition (PTC) rating for two of its modules.

In his final address before retiring due to cancer, a member of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has issued a warning to his fellow commissioners to protect the state’s commitment to clean energy.

Next Friday, 24 January, US trade group the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) hosts an online social media campaign day, 'Shout Out For Solar'.

Equipment leasing and financing firm, First US Finance has launched a new vendor programme designed to provide increased opportunities for clients to provide financing to customers.

The fourth phase of Texas' largest solar project, Alamo, is now under construction near the city of San Antonio.

The largest solar installer in the US, SolarCity, is to launch an online platform that will allow individuals and businesses to invest in its solar.

The investor owned electric and gas utility, Ameren Corporation is continuing its major solar energy initiative, with a 5.7MW solar farm in Missouri.