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University of Michigan Develops Paint-On Plastic Electronics
01 April 2013POSTED IN Research
University of Michigan engineers have developed a new method for getting semiconductor polymers in line that could pave the way for cheaper, greener, "paint-on" plastic electronics.
Singulus Grows Korean PV Business
25 February 2013POSTED IN Business News
Singulus Technologies has selected DKSH as its partner of choice in Korea.
Asia’s PV Backsheets Market Booms, Report Says
08 October 2012POSTED IN Business News
The Asian solar PV backsheet market is heating up, as Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and China steal focus from the US and Europe, whose finances and demand for PV continue to suffer due to the global economic crisis, according to a new report by GlobalData.
US, Korean Associations Partner to Promote Solar
08 October 2012POSTED IN Business News
The Korea Photovoltaic Industry Association (KOPIA) and the US’ Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) today announced their formal partnership in an effort to strengthen the solar energy industries of both countries and boost the competitiveness of solar energy globally.
Isofoton to Enter Bid for Q.Cells
28 August 2012POSTED IN Business News
Hanwha Group is not alone in its intent to own Q.Cells SE: Isofoton SA has entered the fray. Isofoton’s bid will be presented at a meeting of Q.Cells’ creditors on 29 August.
Q-Cells Buyer Found
26 August 2012POSTED IN Business News
The South Korean conglomerate Hanwha Group intends to acquire the insolvent photovoltaics company Q-Cells SE.
German Q-Cells May be Sold to Asian Hanwha
14 August 2012POSTED IN Business News
Solar company Q-Cells expects offer from Korea Insolvent German solar group Q-Cells apparently is about to be sold to Asia firm, Hanwha Solar One.
Ascent’s Solar Charger for Samsung Galaxy S III
13 August 2012POSTED IN New Products
Ascent Solar Technologies today announced a charger for the Samsung Galaxy S III smart phone using Ascent’s ultra light CIGS technology.
Branded under Ascent’s EnerPlex line of consumer products, the charger incorporates the company’s solar cells into a sleek, protective Galaxy S III case, along with an ultra-thin battery. The charger adds minimal weight and size to the Galaxy S III yet provides improved battery life by harnessing sunlight for electric power.
Dow Corning Begins Research Activities in Solar Research Center
18 June 2012POSTED IN Applications News
Dow Corning announced today it has started research activities in the newly completed state-of-the-art Solar Energy Exploration and Development (SEED) research center, which focuses on the development and discovery of new materials and technologies that will help advance renewable energy and energy efficiency.
tenKsolar Announces Strategic Partnership with Hanwha
25 April 2012POSTED IN Business News
tenKsolar, a photovoltaics (PV) solutions provider in Minnesota (US), announced today the completion of its $15.5 million (USD) financing round led by Hanwha of South Korea together with ESB Novusmodus of the UK, creating a global footprint for tenKsolar as a next-generation solar company.
ArrayPower, ShinHa to Bring Sequenced Inverter to Korea
24 April 2012POSTED IN Business News
ArrayPower, a US-based power electronics company, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Korean technology sales representative ShinHa Inc. to provide sales and technical support to meet the strong interest from Korea-based solar module manufacturers for ArrayPower's sequenced inverter.
Dye Solar Cells Turn Windows into Power Plants
20 March 2012POSTED IN Applications News
Next-generation Dye Solar Cell (DSC) windows being showcased at the Human Resource Development Centre of the Seoul City Government in South Korea demonstrate that – not only can DSC applications turn buildings into power plants – they also create enormous opportunities for architects to design clean energy generating buildings that are at the cutting edge in style.
Lux Research’s 2011 Top 10 Module Manufacturers
14 March 2012POSTED IN Business News
First Solar and Suntech led in module manufacturing in 2011 with both having around 2GW of module production, according to Lux Research’s latest Solar Supply Tracker. Crystalline silicon module prices continue to be at a record low with Tier 1 manufacturers selling around $0.9/W while Tier 2 and Tier 3 manufacturers sold at even lower rates to burn through their inventories and survive the current market conditions.
The Asian Super Grid Initiative
12 March 2012POSTED IN Business News
A year after the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, the DESERTEC Foundation and the Japan Renewable Energy Foundation (JREF) will start to co-operate on promoting an Asian Super Grid necessary for the expansion of renewable energy in Asia. Shown here are Dr. Thiemo Gropp, Director of the DESERTEC Foundation and Dr. Tomas Kåberger, JREF Executive Board Chair.
Kyocera Announces Residential EMS Joining Solar with Nichicon Battery Storage—Japan Only
30 January 2012POSTED IN New Products
Kyocera Corporation and Nichicon Corporation announced that the two companies have agreed that Kyocera will begin domestic sales of a new energy management system (EMS) exclusively in Japan this summer.
HelioVolt Solar Modules Receive UL and IEC Certifications
16 November 2011POSTED IN Applications News
HelioVolt announced today that its high-efficiency thin-film HVC-170X solar modules have received ANSI/UL-1703, IEC-61646 and IEC-61730 certifications, as tested and certified by Intertek-ETL.
Astronergy Technology Chosen for 6MW Solar Farm in Korea
15 November 2011POSTED IN Applications News
Astronergy's monocrystalline photovoltaic (PV) technology has been selected for a 6 megawatt (MW) solar farm in Korea.
Samsung Backs Isofoton with Investment of €50 Million
09 November 2011POSTED IN Business News
Korean electronics giant Samsung has decided to invest €50 million EUR (~$68 million USD) to finance Isofoton, a Spanish solar photovoltaic (PV) technology manufacturer.
Trina Solar Establishes Asia-Pacific HQ in Singapore
01 November 2011POSTED IN Business News
Trina Solar Limited announced today that it has established its Asia-Pacific operating headquarters in the Republic of Singapore.
Applied Materials' Acquisition of Varian Semiconductor Receives Clearance from US DOJ
19 October 2011POSTED IN Politics and Policy News
Applied Materials, Inc. today announced that it has received notice from the US Department of Justice (DOJ), Antitrust Division of early termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act.
