The American solar PV sector was given a boost as a result of the US$2.5 billion deal, between MidAmerican Energy Holdings and SunPower, to purchase the worlds largest solar energy […]
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Solar Choice’s news service about local, national and global developments about solar photovoltaics and related technology.
Climate Change Authority releases final report on the Renewable Energy Target (RET) Scheme
The Climate Change Authority released it’s final report on the Renewable Energy Target (RET) Scheme at 10am on Wednesday 19 December 2012. The recommendations made in the report will require legislative change […]
Taking German solar engineering to the Mexican sunshine
German engineered solar PV panels have a reputation for quality, innovation and performance, so when we came across this great example of German engineering in Central Mexico we had to […]
Queensland’s solar PV system owners help reduce peak demand
The recent record temperatures across Queensland have helped demonstrate the positive contribution that residential solar PV systems make to the grid, that’s the word from utilities company Ergon Energy. Commenting […]
Solar PV system owners in Queensland fight back
The Newman Government has been forced to make a statement reassuring solar PV system owners across Queensland that they will not be charged special fixed tariff fees. The announcement comes […]
Solar credit multiplier to end on 1 January 2013
The Australian Federal Government has announced that the Solar Credits mechanism will end six months ahead of schedule on 1 January 2013. What this means for customers is, those who […]
Take a tour of Tindo Solar’s first Australian solar PV manufacturing plant
Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, recently opened Tindo Solar’s first Australian manufacturing plant and took a tour of the company’s facilities, Tindo Solar have extended this invitation to members of the […]
Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, opens Australia’s only solar PV manufacturing plant
Australia’s only solar PV manufacturing plant was opened last week by the Prime Minister of Australia, the Honorable Julia Gillard. The plant, owned by Australian solar PV manufacturer Tindo Solar, […]
Queensland gross feed-in tariff rejected by utilities companies and energy retailers
A gross feed-in tariff for small scale solar PV owners in Queensland has been widely rejected by energy retailers and utilities companies, as well as solar PV owners and the […]
Australian Government commissions report on 100% renewable sceanario
The Australian Government has commissioned the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) to model and produce a report on 100 per cent renewable energy scenarios for 2030 and 2050. AEMO will […]
Victorian government applauded for energy efficiency project
The Victorian Government has been applauded by the Clean Energy Council for their ‘Switch On’ project. The scheme will allow residents of Victoria to take control of their energy bills […]
South Australia leading the country in renewable energy
The renewable energy landscape in Australia, much like the country itself, is one of contrasts. While we have seen announcements from some State Governments that appear to be in favour […]
ACT Greens propose Feed-in Tariff incentive for small- and medium-scale solar systems
The ACT Green Party has announced their intention to introduce a bill into the ACT Legislative Assembly that would incentivise ACT households and businesses for producing solar power. The “Renewable Generator Guarantee” […]
Renewable energy, including Solar PV, the only energy source to offer future price reductions
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) has released a report advising renewable energy, lead by Solar PV (photovoltaics), is the only option for energy price reductions in the future. In the ‘PV […]
Smart Grid, Smart City – helping residents with their energy bills in NSW
The NSW Government has funded a new energy efficiency project, ‘Smart Grid, Smart City’. The project aims to change the energy behaviour of Australians, helping them to take control of their energy […]
A gross Solar Feed-in Tariff for Queensland?
Although a gross metering setup for small-scale solar, suggested as a possible alternative to the current set up, has resulted in uncertainty and concern in solar industry, solar PV still […]
WINAICO to launch their new 285W module in October
WINAICO, a subsidiary of WIN WIN Precision Technology, has announced the release of their new 60 cell, 285W Photovoltaic module in October 2012. Those attending All Energy in Melbourne on 10 & […]
‘Solar Grannies’ return to Fiji
Fiji’s Prime Minister, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama, has met with 10 Grandmothers on their return from India. The women are the county’s first solar engineers, as a result of their training at […]
Apple builds the first of two 20MW solar farms
As a company Apple have always been known for thinking outside the box, changing our perceptions of what to expect from our technology and revolutionising the market in their wake. […]
ReneSola introduces new line of microinverters for the US market
ReneSola, a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules, has introduced a line of microinverters, according to a media statement from the company. The Micro RePlus microinverters are intended […]
IKEA stores in the UK to sell solar panels
Traditionally known for their low cost furniture and sustainable ethos, Swedish furniture giant IKEA has introduced thin-film solar panels to their UK stores in partnership with Hanergy Holding Group Limited. […]
Is it time for solar incentives to go?
In the wake of the announcement last Monday, 3 September 2012, that the Victoria feed-in tariff was to be slashed from 25¢ per KWh to 8¢ per KWh many questions […]
Is Spinach the key to solar’s future?
Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee have discovered what Popeye knew all along–spinach gives you more energy. Although more traditionally associated with giving an extra energy boost to the […]
Australia’s first solar desalination plant approved
The clean energy applications of solar PV, powering everything from our homes and schools to large sports stadiums, are well-documented but less well known is thier potential to provide us […]
Is Chinese firm Suntech about to be bought out?
Despite publicly denying a takeover a few weeks ago, multiple industry insiders are reporting that a buy-out of one of the world’s largest solar companies, Suntech is “imminent”. […]
Spanish firm FRV to build 20MW solar farm near Canberra
Spanish firm Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) have become the first company to win work from the ACT Government as a result the ground breaking reverse auction. FRV will be installing a […]
Fossil fuel electricity generation as ‘back-up’ for renewables?
In another success story from OECD renewable energy leader Germany, the country’s two largest electricity utilities have stated that they will not need to build any new fossil fuel power […]
Townsville RSL Stadium opens its $2 million solar project
Townsville RSL Stadium officially opened it’s AUS$2 million solar panel project today. The panels, located across the roof, will generate two-thirds of the stadium’s energy requirements. […]
Korea’s Hanwha to rescue Q-Cells from insolvency
Korea’s Hanwha Group will take over Germany’s ailing Q-Cells, which entered into insolvency proceedings last April. Hanwha will retain most of the workforce at Q-Cells Thalheim research and production site […]
Crowdfunding could open doors to renewable energy for communities
In the wake of the global economic collapse in 2010 securing funding for community renewable energy projects was almost impossible. Fast forward to 2012 and the picture is a lot brighter with […]
SunStation – the fuel station of the future?
New Jersey based Princeton Satellite Systems have unveiled their solar-powered electric vehicle charger, the SunStation. […]
