A Solar Cell, sometimes referred to as a Photovoltaic Cell or PV Cell, is the smallest semiconductor element within a PV module to perform the immediate conversion of light into electrical energy (direct current voltage and current).
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 05:11 PM
The Guardian | To do that, we're building what will be the nation's largest private solar arrays and the largest non-utility fuel cell installation operating anywhere in the country. That's a scale of onsite renewable energy production that no other company has Apple's iCloud Data Center to Use Only Green PowereWeekApple Once Again Announces Green Energy PlansRedOrbitWhat it takes to make a "green" AppleArs Technica (blog)Reuters -Bloombergall 181 |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 03:12 PM
The Guardian | Apple's iCloud Data Center to Use Only Green PowerThe company said its North Carolina facility will be powered by a combination of solar power, green fuel cells and other sources of renewable energy. Apple, a recent target of Greenpeace for its reliance on coal energy to power its data centers, Apple Once Again Announces Green Energy PlansRedOrbitWhat it takes to make a "green" AppleArs Technica (blog)Apple to use only green power for main data centerReutersBloomberg -Data Center Knowledgeall 181 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 09:10 PM
![]() | Tariffs On Chinese Panels Should Help Dow Chemical's Powerhouse Solar ShingleSolar installers are naturally chafing at the Dept. of Commerce move yesterday to slap a 31% tariff on solar panels imported from China. All things equal, higher prices on panels will likely crimp demand from homeowners looking to put panels on their |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 06:06 PM
![]() | Apple further reiterated their plan to generate 60% of Maiden's facility power via fuel cells and a solar farm across the street. While Apple announced these plans when they opened their data center, they have now provided Greenpeace with additional What it takes to make a "green" AppleArs Technica (blog)Apple to use only green power for main data centerReutersApple Data Center Will Be Totally Green by 2013BloombergData Center Knowledge -msnbc.comall 160 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 05:31 PM
![]() | What it takes to make a "green" Appleby Chris Foresman - May 18, 2012 5:30 pm UTC Enlarge / Apple's Maiden, North Carolina data center will be largely powered by Apple's own solar panel arrays and methane-powered fuel cells. Apple has gone into detail about how it sources energy for its Apple to use only green power for main data centerReutersApple Data Center Will Be Totally Green by 2013BloombergApple: iDataCenter Power Will Be 100% GreenData Center Knowledgemsnbc.comall 155 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 10:30 AM
![]() | By WAYNE MA BEIJING—China unleashed a storm of protest across multiple outlets criticizing the US decision to impose a 31% antidumping tariff on Chinese solar-panel makers and said the action could backfire on US industries.Gintech, Neo Solar Gain on US Duties on China: Taipei MoverBusinessWeekGintech, Neo Solar Gain on U.S. Duties on China: Taipei MoverBloombergU.S. slams Chinese solar panels with new tariffsCNNMoneyCNBC.com -MarketWatch (press release) -Morning Whistleall 639 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 10:07 AM
TOKYO May 18 () - Sales of solar cells in Japan rose 32.1 percent in the year ended March 31 from the previous year to 1404 megawatts, driven by robust demand from house owners, industry data showed on Friday. In July, Japan will introduce a new |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 07:26 AM
![]() | SHANGHAI - Chinese companies have slammed the United States as "short-sighted" and warned of a trade war after it imposed hefty duties on solar cells it said were being sold at artificially low prices. The US Commerce Department on Thursday slapped Chinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesElectric Light & Powerall 15 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 07:14 AM
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The total generation capacity of solar cells shipped in fiscal 2012 is expected to reach 2.5 million kilowatts, equivalent to the combined capacity of two nuclear reactors, the chief of an industry body said Thursday. |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 05:52 AM
Chinese companies have slammed the United States as "short-sighted" and warned of a trade war after it imposed hefty duties on solar cells it said were being sold at artificially low prices. A worker monitors the production of solar cells at a Trina Chinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesPennEnergy- Energy News (press release)all 15 |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 08:38 AM
![]() | By JOE MCDONALD AP Credit: AP Workers examine solar panels at a plant in Huaibei, China, in March. The Commerce Department said Thursday that Chinese producers sold solar cells and panels below fair price hurting American producers.China 'dumping' low-cost solar cells on market? US says 'yes'GreenbangThere Goes the SunWall Street JournalImport tariffs on Chinese solar panels worry US firmsMorning WhistleFocus Taiwan News Channel -Naharnet -Seeking Alphaall 76 |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 01:47 AM
AFP | China on Friday rejected a US anti-dumping ruling against Chinese solar power equipment, calling it "unfair" and "unreasonable", as Chinese manufacturers warned that possible higher tariffs might hurt efforts to promote clean energy.Chinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesElectric Light & PowerChina slams US over 'protectionist' solar cell dutiesAsiaOneGintech, Neo Solar Gain on US Duties on China: Taipei MoverBusinessWeekAFP -CNNMoney -IndustryWeekall 832 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 10:18 PM
Axuntek Solar Energy Co Ltd of Pingtung City, Taiwan has announced its new IEC-certified copper indium gallium (di)selenide (CIGS) thin film solar cell modules, which use DuPont PV5400 series ionomer encapsulant. Axuntek's frameless solar modules, |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 06:04 PM
![]() | China 'dumping' low-cost solar cells on market? US says 'yes'Have China's solar cell makers been “dumping” their products on the US market at low prices that undercut the competition? The US Department of Commerce this week made a preliminary finding that says, “Yes.” Delivered in response to a complaint filed There Goes the SunWall Street JournalImport tariffs on Chinese solar panels worry US firmsMorning WhistleUS anti-dumping tariffs on China solar firms may benefit TaiwanFocus Taiwan News ChannelNaharnet -Seeking Alphaall 64 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 01:25 PM
AFP | China slams U.S. over 'protectionist' solar cell dutiesSales to the US solar cell and solar panel market were worth $3.1 billion to Chinese producers in 2011. By Agence France-PresseFri, May 18 2012 at 5:30 AM EST QUALITY CHECK: Chinese workers inspect a solar panel at the Tianxiang Solar Energy Equipment China slams US over 'protectionist' solar cell dutiesAsiaOneChinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesElectric Light & PowerGintech, Neo Solar Gain on U.S. Duties on China: Taipei MoverBloombergBusinessWeek -AFP -CNNMoneyall 699 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 09:32 AM
Researchers have developed QD-based solar cell, which is 50% as efficient as conventional solar cell. University of Toronto has achieved an efficiency of 4.2% conversion with solar cell based on colloidal QDs (CQD). Researchers are also working on |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 09:02 PM
Dividend.com | Applied Materials' second-quarter revenue beats low expectationsBut Applied Materials' solar cell and display manufacturing businesses have been damaged by oversupply and weak pricing. Subsidy cuts in Europe have triggered a global glut of solar panels and driven down prices sharply. Applied Materials' stock has Applied Materials Earnings Thursday To Show Spending SlowdownTrefis (subscription)all 30 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 08:25 PM
Greentech Media (blog) | Chinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesWashington, DC, May 17, 2012 — China-based companies who export solar cells, photovoltaic modules, polysilicon ingots and other materials used in solar power generation, are reacting to the US Department of Commerce's preliminary decision to impose U.S. slams Chinese solar panels with new tariffsCNNMoneyChina Dumping Solar Cells into US: Commerce DepartmentIndustryWeekSolar Industry Reacton to the Anti-Dumping DecisionGreentech Media (blog)DailyFinance -MarketWatch (press release)all 269 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 08:23 PM
AFP | Chinese solar firms sour on U.S. solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesWashington, DC, May 17, 2012 — China-based companies who export solar cells, photovoltaic modules, polysilicon ingots and other materials used in solar power generation, are reacting to the US Department of Commerce's preliminary decision to impose US slaps big duties on Chinese solar cellsAFPU.S. slams Chinese solar panels with new tariffsCNNMoneyChina Dumping Solar Cells into US: Commerce DepartmentIndustryWeekGreentech Media (blog) -DailyFinanceall 305 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 07:02 PM
![]() | China slams 'protectionist' US solar cell dutiesBEIJING — China on Friday blasted hefty anti-dumping duties slapped on the Asian nation's solar cell makers by the United States as "protectionist", heightening trade tensions between the two global powers. "Such practices do not fit with the fact Gintech, Neo Solar Gain on U.S. Duties on China: Taipei MoverBloombergGintech, Neo Solar Gain on US Duties on China: Taipei MoverBusinessWeekChinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesPennEnergy- Energy News (press release)CNNMoney -IndustryWeek -AsiaOneall 579 |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 07:21 PM
the crystalline silicon solar cells can be divided into two types based on the wafer used: multi-crystalline and mono-crystalline. Generally speaking, multi-crystalline wafer is cheaper to make but the cells have lower conversion efficiency. |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 08:31 AM
![]() | UTECH Solar will advance part of its existing GT DSS450 casting furnaces for manufacturing MonoCast wafers in order to reinforce its position in wafer supply to fulfill the demand for high-efficiency solar cells. Moreover, additional GT DSS450HP Solar Cell Processed On GT's Full MonoCast(tm) Wafer. (Photo: Business Wire)TheStreet.com (press release)all 27 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 10:46 PM
Mother Nature Network | Washington has long ensured that American taxpayers subsidize solar power as much or than any energy source. Now the political class wants consumers to pay even in the form of tariffs on imports of Chinese solar cells.China slams U.S. over 'protectionist' solar cell dutiesMother Nature NetworkSolar Industry Reacts to Anti-Dumping RulingSolar Novus TodayGintech, Neo Solar Gain on U.S. Duties on China: Taipei MoverBloombergBusinessWeek -MarketWatch (press release) -AsiaOneall 810 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 05:46 AM
AFP | Taiwan's second and third-biggest solar-cell makers gained in Taipei on expectations they may benefit after the US imposed tariffs of as much as 250 percent on Chinese equipment. Gintech Energy Corp. (3514), the second biggest, surged as much as 5.7 Gintech, Neo Solar Gain on US Duties on China: Taipei MoverBusinessWeekAnti-Dumping Duties against 'Big China Solar' Step toward Restoring Industry MarketWatch (press release)China Dumping Solar Cells into US: Commerce DepartmentIndustryWeekAFP -Channel News Asia -Electric Light & Powerall 412 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 08:08 PM
msnbc.com | Once up, the solar farm will supply 84 million kWh of energy annually. The sites will employ high-efficiency solar cells and an advanced solar tracking system. Later in 2012, Apple also intends to build a third, smaller, bio-gas fuel-cell plant.Main Apple data center to tap only renewable powermsnbc.comApple's North Carolina Data Center Will Be Totally Green By The End Of 2012AppAdviceall 84 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 08:08 PM
Greentech Media (blog) | Anti-Dumping Duties against 'Big China Solar' Step toward Restoring Industry HILLSBORO, Ore., May 17, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The US head of SolarWorld voiced confidence that today's announcement of preliminary US anti-dumping duties on imports of solar cells and panels from China's state-sponsored manufacturers could begin to China Dumping Solar Cells into US: Commerce DepartmentIndustryWeekChinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesElectric Light & PowerU.S. slams Chinese solar panels with new tariffsCNNMoneyColumbus Dispatch -Greentech Media (blog) -DailyFinanceall 281 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 04:35 PM
msnbc.com | Once up, the solar farm will supply 84 million kWh of energy annually. The sites will employ high-efficiency solar cells and an advanced solar tracking system. Later in 2012, Apple also intends to build a third, smaller, bio-gas fuel-cell plant.Main Apple data center to tap only renewable powermsnbc.comall 27 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 03:39 PM
![]() | The three-year grants will be used to develop new technologies that significantly reduce the cost of photovoltaic modules and make large-scale solar technology cheaper for electric utilities by 2020. "Our goal is to develop low-cost solar cells that |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 01:54 PM
HHI has achieved over 19.5 percent median conversion efficiency with screen printed selective emitter solar cells made with DuPont™ Innovalight™ silicon ink on the HHI mass production line. Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has achieved over 19.5 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 10:57 AM
![]() | Achieving the world's highest efficiency in hydrogen production by water The development of a solar hydrogen production system that is as highly efficient as solar cells and as simple and inexpensive as plant cultivation would contribute to the solution to the energy problems. However, reported efficiencies in converting |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 04:02 PM
The most popular ways to generate energy from sunlight are photovoltaic cells that convert it directly to electricity, or through solar thermal technology which uses sunlight to heat water, and drive a steam turbine generator, similar to a traditional |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 01:01 PM
AZoOptics.com (press release) | ''The surgeon needs only to create a small pocket beneath the retina and then slip the photovoltaic cells inside it.'' What's , one can tile these photovoltaic cells in larger numbers inside the eye to provide a wider field of view than the other Wireless Rechargeable Retinal Implants Could Help Restore SightMashableNew Type of Retinal Prosthesis Developed to Restore Sight of Blind PeopleLaser Focus worldThis solar-powered implant turns your eye into a bionic organ, restores eyesightTeccaAZoOptics.com (press release) -Irish Times -Medgadget.comall 21 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 11:28 PM
Zee News | Scientists instead developed a method for a surgeon to create a small pocket beneath the retina, and then slip in photovoltaic cells which convert the energy. Scientists are still working to further develop the technology. The positive results of the Prosthetic retina shows promise in restoring sightGreaterKashmir.comResearchers create prosthetic retina for AMD patients to restore sightpharmabiz.comTests on fake retina 'encouraging'Fife Todayall 86 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 07:41 PM
CBC.ca | by Ballard Spahr LLP on 5/18/2012 The US Department of Commerce announced its preliminary decision to impose anti-dumping duties on imports of Chinese crystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules in a percentage ranging from 31.14 percent to US to levy punitive duties on Chinese PV cellsChina DailySuntech Response To Preliminary Decision on Tariffs In The Antidumping MarketWatch (press release)US to Levy Punitive Duties on Crystalline Silicon PV Cells from ChinaCRIENGLISH.comCleanTechnicaall 799 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 05:37 PM
Provectus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTC:PVCT) is using a novel approach of selective solubility to target cancer cells. Their PV-10 melanoma has completed phase II clinicals, and the company is planning a phase III trial. PV-10 is comprised of a 10% |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 04:09 PM
An initial ruling by the US Department of Commerce that it will impose an anti-dumping duty of 31.14 percent to 249.96 percent on China-made photovoltaic (PV) cells will be positive to Taiwan manufacturers in the short-term, said an expert yesterday. |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 02:29 PM
An investigation by the US Department of Commerce has found that Chinese manufacturers are selling crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells at less than their fair value in the US, and that tariffs of between 31% and 250% should be added to their cost |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 02:10 PM
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Fri, 05/18/2012 - 01:17 PM
On May 17, 2012, a preliminary determination was announced by the DOC in Washington, DC regarding the exportation of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells and modules from China. A preliminary antidumping duty ("AD") rate of 31.14% was calculated to Solar Tariffs Bring Risks & Rewards (FSLR, SPWR, STP, TSL, LDK, GTAT, TAN)24/7 Wall St.all 19 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 01:13 PM
While shipments of PV cells and modules increased by a fraction of a percentage point during Q4, domestic and import sales of thin-film decreased by 68%. Imports of PV materials for the period grew by 3% sequentially, with monocrystalline products Sharp: Japan solar cell shipments may top 2.5 GWReuters UKall 12 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 06:09 PM
May 17, 2012: Toronto, ON: NRG 60 solar PV panels manufactured by Eclipsall in their Toronto, ON facility have been ranked first overall in operational tests carried out this past winter by the Kortright Centre for Conservation's Photovoltaic |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 01:22 PM
Los Angeles Times | On Thursday, the US Commerce Department issued a preliminary decision levying steep tariffs against Chinese solar manufacturers, finding they illegally dumped cheap photovoltaic cells on the American market. But the companies that install those solar Yingli Green Energy Responds to U.S. Department of Commerce's Preliminary MarketWatch (press release)China 'caught red-handed' on US solar anti-dumping chargespv magazineChinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesElectric Light & PowerPower Engineering Magazineall 699 |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 11:17 AM
The 2012 EurObserv'ER Photovoltaic Barometer has been released, focusing on developments in Europe regarding solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity generation for the year 2011. According to the report's authors, growth continued, prices fell, and cell |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 08:22 AM
![]() | China 'caught red-handed' on US solar anti-dumping chargesThe verdict is in and China has been found guilty as charged – or accurately, liable for undercharging on sales of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells and panels in the US market. On May 17, the US Department of Commerce (DOC) announced its China International Fair for Investment and TradePower Engineering MagazineGuest Post: Top Tier Chinese Solar Firms Have a Legitimate Cost AdvantageGreentech Media (blog)all 579 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 09:59 PM
Yingli Green Energy Responds to U.S. Department of Commerce's Preliminary Yingli Green Energy's manufacturing covers the entire photovoltaic value chain, from the production of polysilicon through ingot casting and wafering, to solar cell production and module assembly. Currently, Yingli Green Energy maintains a balanced |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 08:16 PM
Yingli Green Energy Responds to US Department of Commerce's Preliminary Yingli Green Energy's manufacturing covers the entire photovoltaic value chain, from the production of polysilicon through ingot casting and wafering, to solar cell production and module assembly. Currently, Yingli Green Energy maintains a balanced |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 07:53 PM
The Guardian | Yingli Green Energy Responds to US Department of Commerce's Preliminary integrated photovoltaic ("PV") manufacturers, which markets its products under the brand "Yingli Solar", today commented on the preliminary anti-dumping tariff decision by the Department of Commerce regarding the import of Chinese PV cells and PV Chinese solar firms sour on US solar cell 'antidumping' dutiesElectric Light & PowerChina International Fair for Investment and TradePower Engineering Magazineall 412 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 02:33 PM
NRG 60 solar PV panels manufactured by Eclipsall in their Toronto, ON facility have been ranked first overall in operational tests carried out this past winter by the Kortright Centre for Conservation's Photovoltaic Performance Verification Program. |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:59 PM
Dr. Wenham, along with Scientia Professor Martin Green, ARC Photovoltaics Centre of Excellence, University of New South Wales, received this accolade for their collaboration in developing the industry-leading Pluto cell technology, which recently set a |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:46 PM
NRG 60 solar PV panels manufactured by Eclipsall in their Toronto facility have been ranked first overall in operational tests carried out this past winter by the Kortright Centre for Conservation's Photovoltaic Performance Verification Program. |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 09:53 PM
Solar insiders upbeat on industry's futureManz AG, a Germany-based manufacturer of production systems for making crystalline solar cells and thin-film solar modules, established its biggest plant worldwide in Suzhou, an eastern city close to Shanghai. "Almost all companies are losing money |
Sat, 05/19/2012 - 12:46 AM
![]() | Solar insiders upbeat on industry's futureManz AG, a Germany-based manufacturer of production systems for making crystalline solar cells and thin-film solar modules, established its biggest plant worldwide in Suzhou, an eastern city close to Shanghai. "Almost all companies are losing money |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 10:44 PM
Denton Vacuum's New Website Organizes Thin-Film Technology Information By IndustryThe new website advances Denton's mission: turning barriers into breakthroughs for companies with precision-coating needs in the aerospace, advanced optics, medical device and implant, microscopy, solar cell and semiconductor arenas. |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 08:19 PM
Denton Vacuum's New Website Organizes Thin-Film Technology Information By IndustryThe new website advances Denton's mission: turning barriers into breakthroughs for companies with precision-coating needs in the aerospace, advanced optics, medical device and implant, microscopy, solar cell and semiconductor arenas. |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 07:52 PM
Denton Vacuum's New Website Organizes Thin-Film Technology Information By IndustryThe new website advances Denton's mission: turning barriers into breakthroughs for companies with precision-coating needs in the aerospace, advanced optics, medical device and implant, microscopy, solar cell and semiconductor arenas. |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 06:30 PM
Nanosolar is contributing to the ESTCP program with its solar demonstration project at Camp Roberts, designed to show the effectiveness of using its low-cost, thin-film CIGS (Copper, Indium, Gallium, Selenium) utility panels. The installation, which is |
Fri, 05/18/2012 - 01:54 PM
Solar insiders confident on industry's futureManz AG, a Germany-based manufacturer of production systems for making crystalline solar cells and thin-film solar modules, established its biggest plant worldwide in Suzhou, an eastern city close to Shanghai. "Almost all companies are losing money |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 10:10 PM
China Daily | The decision covers crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, not newer thin film photovoltaic technology, Commerce said. Earlier this week, Sens. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, and Charles Schumer, DN.Y., launched a bill to bar Chinese solar panels from Solar power seeks spring thawChina Dailysenators propose denying incentives to Chinese PVRechargeall 346 |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 05:56 PM
Axuntek Solar Energy is introducing its new IEC-certified CIGS thin film solar cell modules using DuPont PV5400 series ionomer encapsulant. These frameless solar modules, which are the first adoption of DuPont PV5400 into CIGS technology, |
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 02:57 PM
WILMINGTON, Del., May 15, 2012 – Axuntek Solar Energy Co., Ltd. has announced its new IEC-certified Copper Indium Gallium (di)Selenide (CIGS) thin film solar cell modules using DuPont™ PV5400 series ionomer encapsulant. These frameless solar modules, |
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