Latin America
Brazil’s Regulations Indicate Smart Grid Market Potential
05 September 2012POSTED IN Politics and Policy News
Northeast Group today released a second volume of its earlier study Brazil Smart Grid: Market Forecast (2012-2022) that analyzes the market impacts of the new regulations Brazil’s electricity regulator ANEEL announced in August 2012, regarding the deployment of smart meters throughout the country.
The new regulations were not the market catalyst, in the form of a binding mandate, many were anticipating, but nonetheless still provide for a very significant smart grid market to materialize in the country over the next decade, the report says.
Trina Solar Expands into Latin America
04 September 2012POSTED IN Business News
Trina Solar today announced its Santiago, Chile, sales and business development operation.
From its base in Santiago, Trina Solar will serve commercial, utility and off-grid customers throughout Latin America with a focus on Chile, Mexico, Brazil and neighboring countries.
SPI 2012: Suntech Introduces 300W Solar Module for Americas
23 August 2012POSTED IN New Products
Suntech Power Holdings today announced it is now offering a 300W solar module for commercial and utility-scale solar projects in North and South America.
The new Ve-Series module, with 72 multicrystalline cells and 15.5% module efficiency, comes with an improved frame design as well as a 1000 volt (V) operational certification according to standards outlined by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the leading U.S.-based independent product safety certification organization.
Chilean International Renewable Energy Congress
16 August 2012POSTED IN Business News
The 60-minute Chilean International Renewable Energy Congress (CIREC) webinar took place on 8 August 2012 and saw renewable energy experts discuss current projects and government policy for renewables in Chile. If you missed the webinar, the full recording is now available for download by clicking on this website.
Isofoton Builds First Solar PV Plant in Dominican Republic
14 August 2012POSTED IN Applications News
Isofoton and the Government of the Dominican Republic have signed last weekend a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) giving the company the green light to begin construction of one of Latin America’s largest photovoltaic plants.
Suntech Reaches 1GW of Solar in Americas
07 August 2012POSTED IN Business News
Suntech Power Holdings today announced it has delivered more than 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar panels to customers throughout North and South America.
The company passed this milestone in July 2012.
Intersolar SA 2012: Focus on South American solar sector
25 July 2012POSTED IN Business News
Intersolar South America Summit opens 15 August in Sao Paolo, Brazil
, focusing for the first time on the South American solar industry.
At the summit, industry experts will discuss the latest conditions and developments in international solar markets, paying particular attention to the South American region including solar power subsidies in Brazil, the role of Brazilian energy utilities and the development opportunities for the Brazilian PV market.
Solar Brasil 2012
16 July 2012POSTED IN Business News
Since the Brazilian Agência Nacional de Energia Elétrica (ANEEL; also known as the Brazilian Electricity Regulatory Agency) released new legislation regarding solar power in April 2012, there has been an explosion of interest in the Brazilian solar market. The Empresa de Pesquisa Energetica (EPE) is the research arm of the Ministry of Mines and Energy in Brazil. In the EPE's comprehensive 60-page report, released just weeks ago, they cover everything from Brazil's solar resources and existing incentives to the potential industrial value chain and the competitiveness of both distributed and centralised generation. The report was commissioned to instruct the Ministry of Mines and Energy in their decision-making processes for solar policy.
Zytech Solar Power for 3000 Homes in Peru
16 July 2012POSTED IN Applications News
Zytech Solar announced that it has been awarded three home photovoltaic system projects (SFVD), which will supply electricity to over 3000 homes in remote regions of Peru. A consortium comprised of Enerquímica and Q-Energy Perú is managing the projects.
Intersolar NA 2012: ReneSola Virtus high-efficiency PV modules and wafers
10 July 2012POSTED IN New Products
ReneSola Ltd., a manufacturer of high-efficiency polysilicon solar wafers and photovoltaic (PV) modules based in Jiashan, China, introduces its next-generation Virtus V-grade wafers and PV modules today at Intersolar North America 2012 on 10-12 July at the Moscone Centre (booth 7523) in San Francisco, California, US. Virtus modules and wafers are now available in both North and South America.
Eurener Expands in Latin America
09 July 2012POSTED IN Business News
PV module manufacturer Eurener today announced it will open new offices in São Paulo, Brazil and Quito, Ecuador.
Latin America, with its growing solar potential, plays a major role in Eurener’s expansion plans, the company says. The two new offices will provide support to PV projects currently under development in the region.
Intersolar NA 2012: Aluminum, ‘metal of the future,’ says Hydro
06 July 2012POSTED IN Business News
Hydro Aluminum will put aluminum in the spotlight at its Intersolar North America exhibition stand, booth 9129. The company says many of the technical qualities of the light metal are relevant for a range of applications linked to the solar industry, making aluminum highly competitive in comparison with other metals and other materials.
Isofoton Receives 8.4M€ Andalusian Government Loan
05 July 2012POSTED IN Business News
Solar cell manufacturer Isofoton has received an 8.4M€ loan from the Andalusian Government, which adds to its 40M€ investment by Samsung.
The company says the loan will help Isofoton achieve 20% solar efficiency and attain an annual production capacity of 300MW, a three-fold increase compared to two years ago.
Chile Hosts Renewable Energy Congress
28 June 2012POSTED IN Business News
The Chilean International Renewable Energy Congress (CIREC), 4-5 September 2012 in Santiago, will discuss issues surrounding accessing the grid and transmission and distribution networks in Chile, organizers today said.
Update on Etrion's Development Activities in Chile
21 June 2012POSTED IN Business News
Etrion Corporation, an independent power producer, today announced an update on its development activities in Chile, as part of its strategy to expand its operations into the Americas.
CNPV, Donauer Expand Opportunities in South America
11 June 2012POSTED IN Business News
CNPV Solar Power SA today confirmed that its photovoltaic (PV) systems have received the highest approval of Brazil's National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) certification and that Donauer Solar do Brasil Ltda. will represent CNPV quality solar modules distribution in this region allowing for further market penetration into South America.
Sunbelt International Signs Letter of Intent for Brazilian Solar Project
29 May 2012POSTED IN Business News
Sunbelt International today announced a signed letter of intent to secure a major construction project in Ceara, Brazil. The project will deploy numerous CE ISO certified wind/solar turbines by Chinese manufacturer, Qingdao Xingguang Wind Power Generator Co., located in Jiaonan city, China.
Announcing Intersolar South America
22 May 2012POSTED IN Business News
For the first time, Intersolar will focus on the South American solar industry,which is one of the most exciting markets of the future, through the Intersolar South America Summit in São Paulo, Brazil to be held 15 August, 2012.
Solar in Latin America: Focus on Argentina
21 May 2012POSTED IN Business Features
A huge country of 3.8 million square kilometres, stretching from the Equator to the South Pole and home to a population of 40.1 million inhabitants embraces renewable energy. Argentina, despite its economic problems, with its copious amounts of sunshine and fiscal incentives is investing heavily in solar energy. An example of this is to be found nestled under the Andes in the province of San Juan, more known globally for its wine production, but also exceedingly rich in quartz.
Yingli Brings Solar to Home of 2014 FIFA World Cup Final
09 May 2012POSTED IN Business News
Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited (Yingli Solar) today announced its partnership with Light ESCO, EDF Consultoria (EDF) and the State of Rio de Janeiro to bring solar power to Brazil's high-profile football stadium, Estádio do Maracanã.
