Category: Green & Clean

  • World’s largest floating solar power plant on the way in Japan

    In a joint venture, Kyocera Corporation and Century Tokyo Leasing Corporation announced that Kyocera TCL Solar LLC has started construction of the world’s largest 13.7-MW floating solar power plant on the Yamakura Dam reservoir, managed by the Public Enterprises Agency of Chiba Prefecture in Japan for industrial water services. ScheduledRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • HiQ inverters to be manufactured by Flex

    HiQ Solar, a US-based PV inverter company, has selected Flex to manufacture its TrueString inverter family. The TrueString inverter is mainly a solution for commercial 3-phase PV installations, and was recognized last year with an Intersolar PV award for innovation. “Flex is excited to be HiQ Solar’s manufacturing solutions partner, andRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Sunpreme’s Smart Bi-facial modules now offered in Mexico by Excel Solar

    Exel Solar, one of the largest independent distributors of PV products in Mexico, announced a strategic partnership with Sunpreme Inc. to offer Smart Bi-facial PV Modules, one of the most advanced product available on the market. With nationwide coverage throughout Mexico, Exel Solar has been offering world-class distribution capabilities since 2012.Read More — Solar Builder magazine

  • New SolarCity referral program will donate to nonprofits that get sign ups

    SolarCity launched a new referral program called SunRaising that allows nonprofit organizations to raise funds by encouraging members to adopt solar. Nonprofits can enroll in the SunRaising program now by visiting the registration website. Each time a supporter of a specific SunRaising partner organization signs up, SolarCity will donate $200Read More — Solar Builder magazine

  • APsystems hires Olivier Jacques to lead Europe, Middle East and Africa operations

    Olivier Jacques has joined APsystems as Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Europe, Middle East and Africa. He is based in the APsystems branch in Lyon, France. The company also maintains a European office in Netherlands. Jacques brings more than 20 years of experience in construction, industrial and high-tech industries.Read More — Solar Builder magazine