A renewable Energy Roadmap for Central America

17 June 2013

Nearly 22% of the world's electricity is now supplied by renewable energy, and Central America is part of this global transition. The region is a worldwide leader in hydropower and geothermal energy, and most Central American countries are developing wind power projects. Yet the region is far from harvesting its enormous renewable energy resources to their fullest potentials, according to a new report from the Worldwatch Institute, The Way Forward for Renewable Energy in Central America.

Chinese Antidumping Duties to Have Minimal Price Effect on Polysilicon

07 June 2013

China’s pending move to slap antidumping tariffs on imported solar polysilicon from key countries will generate a surge in pricing for this key raw material in June and July—but the magnitude of the increase will be limited market factors, according to a report from IHS.

EPIA Responds to EU Duties on Chinese Solar Imports

04 June 2013

The European Commission today decided to impose provisional anti-dumping duties on imports into the EU of solar panels, wafers and cells originating in the People's Republic of China.

Solar Ontario 2013: Bringing stability to solar market

31 May 2013

The Canadian Solar Industries Association welcomed the Ontario government’s move to establish a predictable and stable market for the solar energy industry in Ontario.

Shanghai Solar Declaration Calls for Multilateral Trade Negotiations

21 May 2013

Last week, representatives from SEIA went to China to meet with the Asia PV Industry Association to discuss how to settle the lingering trade dispute with China over anti-dumping and anti-subsidy allegations. John Smirnow, vice president of trade and competitiveness for the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) – issued the following statement:

“Meeting last week in China, SEIA and the Asia PV Industry Association – along with several other organizations – agreed to a joint policy position, the Shanghai Solar Declaration, which strongly encourages the United States, China, the European Union and other nations to engage in multilateral trade negotiations aimed at ending this costly and disruptive dispute.  

Solar Energy Reduces Military Costs, Boosts Security, Saves Lives

17 May 2013

In celebration of Armed Services Day, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) today released a first-of-its-kind report detailing how innovative solar technologies are helping the US military meet many of its critical functions – from security and battlefield readiness to cost savings and efficiency.

Advanced Battery Consortium to Lead Battery Development

15 May 2013

The US Energy Department has selected the Advanced Battery Consortium to lead an industry-wide effort to accelerate development of high-efficiency, cost-effective battery technologies. By investing in these cutting-edge battery technologies, the Energy Department is helping to cut America's oil imports and provide American families and businesses with more transportation options.

Funding Cuts Loom for Australian Renewable Energy Agency

15 May 2013

At the Solar Conference & Exhibition at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 23 – 24 May 2013, Lara Olsen, a consultant with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), will describe the organisation’s investment strategy.