LDK Solar Wins Patent Award | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
LDK Solar Co., Ltd. ("LDK Solar") (NYSE: LDK), a leading manufacturer of multicrystalline solar wafers and PV products, today announced that LDK Solar's patent "Directional Solidification Furnace with Recharging Apparatus for Multicrystalline Silicon Ingot Growth" has won the Excellence Award of the 12th China Patent Award which is the highest award in the patent field in China."Directional Solidification Furnace with Recharging Apparatus for Multicrystalline Silicon Ingot Growth" is a technology and apparatus that can greatly enhance the production throughput of the current directional solidification furnaces. With the proprietarily designed feeding system, more silicon material can be added into the same crucible during and after melting of the original charge. This will help to reduce the cost of ingot production through less consumption of crucibles and energy, and produce higher yield of useful ingots for solar wafers."We are pleased to receive this special award for our patented technology," stated Xiaofeng Peng, Chairman and CEO of LDK Solar. "LDK Solar continues to focus on research and development projects which will improve process technology, reduce manufacturing costs as well as elevate our overall product quality. Our investment in R&D will build LDK Solar as a truly vertically integrated photovoltaic technology company."
Manufacturers of Industrial Cooling Towers, Water Treatment Equipments, Air Pollution Control Equipments and Scale-Ban (Non-Chemical Water Treatment Equipments). CASE Group is currently also putting Turnkey projects in India in the field of Coal Gasifiers, DRI plants, Solar Power Plants and automatic steel rolling mills.
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Concentrator Photovoltaics Technology has Reached Commercialization | Europe | Energetica India
Concentrator Photovoltaics Technology has Reached Commercialization | Europe | Energetica India
Approximately 20 MW of Concentrator Photovoltaics (CPV) systems will be deployed in 2010 and the market is expected to reach a GW level in the next 5 years. With multiple commercial scale power plants connected to the grid in 2010, CPV technology is now ready for take-off.
Organized with the CPV Consortium as the main partner, the 1st EPIA International Conference on Concentrator Photovoltaics took place yesterday in Munich and gathered the most knowledgeable CPV experts to review all aspects of the commercial implementation of CPV solutions.
A high efficient technology entering the commercial and industrial stage
After many years of intense research activities for increasing efficiency, improving reliability and reducing the manufacturing cost, 2010 is a milestone for Concentrator Photovoltaics. Current commercial scale projects demonstrate that the technology has the highest performance in the hot and arid regions of the world. The low temperature coefficient is also crucial for the deployment of the technology in the sunniest places. The module efficiency in current power plants has reached 25-27% and is expected to grow to 30% by 2012.
CPV uses simple materials like glass, steel, silicone and very few semiconductor materials, which helps drive down cost, and all materials are used to their maximum efficiency. “CPV is really unique in a sense that it combines highest efficiencies with lowest cost of materials” stated Hansjörg Lerchenmüller, CEO of Concentrix and a Board Member of the CPV Consortium.
In addition, the technology benefits from a very light environmental footprint due to its low lifecycle CO2 intensity, high recyclability, short energy payback time, very low water consumption, and optimum use of the land.
Capitalising on all of these assets, the first CPV companies entered the commercial and industrial stage with clear support from the financial community. In 2010, many large, commercial CPV projects have been completed and grid connected. One of the speakers at the conference, Mark Crowley, CEO of SolFocus stated that, “Today, CPV has reached the stage of commercialization and is able to deliver on its promise of low-cost, reliable solar-generated electricity.”
Proven reliability in the field and long-term durability
Installation and implementation in the field can be made by the local workforce and with only a few specialists needed, allowing for the creation of local jobs and helping to contribute to the ease of operations. The technology is flexible in size, allowing for commercial installations from 1 MW to 100+ MW, and it is able to be commissioned in phases. “Today, multiple commercial scale CPV power plants world-wide are demonstrating the high reliability in the field, besides the already proven performance achieved during the certification process, which clearly indicates that CPV technology is ready for large scale deployment” said Adel El Gammal, Secretary General of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA).
A massive potential for cost reduction
Today CPV technology is already competitive in high solar resource regions. It is anticipated that this cost will significantly drop as the industry continues to scale up and the further develop the market.
“The main message we wanted to portray is that the CPV industry is commercial and has reached the next level of installation, with the first companies completing megawatt projects” concluded Hansjörg Lerchenmüller.
Approximately 20 MW of Concentrator Photovoltaics (CPV) systems will be deployed in 2010 and the market is expected to reach a GW level in the next 5 years. With multiple commercial scale power plants connected to the grid in 2010, CPV technology is now ready for take-off.
Organized with the CPV Consortium as the main partner, the 1st EPIA International Conference on Concentrator Photovoltaics took place yesterday in Munich and gathered the most knowledgeable CPV experts to review all aspects of the commercial implementation of CPV solutions.
A high efficient technology entering the commercial and industrial stage
After many years of intense research activities for increasing efficiency, improving reliability and reducing the manufacturing cost, 2010 is a milestone for Concentrator Photovoltaics. Current commercial scale projects demonstrate that the technology has the highest performance in the hot and arid regions of the world. The low temperature coefficient is also crucial for the deployment of the technology in the sunniest places. The module efficiency in current power plants has reached 25-27% and is expected to grow to 30% by 2012.
CPV uses simple materials like glass, steel, silicone and very few semiconductor materials, which helps drive down cost, and all materials are used to their maximum efficiency. “CPV is really unique in a sense that it combines highest efficiencies with lowest cost of materials” stated Hansjörg Lerchenmüller, CEO of Concentrix and a Board Member of the CPV Consortium.
In addition, the technology benefits from a very light environmental footprint due to its low lifecycle CO2 intensity, high recyclability, short energy payback time, very low water consumption, and optimum use of the land.
Capitalising on all of these assets, the first CPV companies entered the commercial and industrial stage with clear support from the financial community. In 2010, many large, commercial CPV projects have been completed and grid connected. One of the speakers at the conference, Mark Crowley, CEO of SolFocus stated that, “Today, CPV has reached the stage of commercialization and is able to deliver on its promise of low-cost, reliable solar-generated electricity.”
Proven reliability in the field and long-term durability
Installation and implementation in the field can be made by the local workforce and with only a few specialists needed, allowing for the creation of local jobs and helping to contribute to the ease of operations. The technology is flexible in size, allowing for commercial installations from 1 MW to 100+ MW, and it is able to be commissioned in phases. “Today, multiple commercial scale CPV power plants world-wide are demonstrating the high reliability in the field, besides the already proven performance achieved during the certification process, which clearly indicates that CPV technology is ready for large scale deployment” said Adel El Gammal, Secretary General of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA).
A massive potential for cost reduction
Today CPV technology is already competitive in high solar resource regions. It is anticipated that this cost will significantly drop as the industry continues to scale up and the further develop the market.
“The main message we wanted to portray is that the CPV industry is commercial and has reached the next level of installation, with the first companies completing megawatt projects” concluded Hansjörg Lerchenmüller.
Solartys signs MOU with SESI
Solartys signs MOU with SESI | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
With the purpose of entering into the Indian solar energy market, Solartys has benefited with a direct mission in the country and the signing of a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) with the Solar Energy Society of India (SESI). This agreement will allow both parties to establish close collaboration for the development of joint projects and to create synergies between the industries of Spain and India.
The recent direct mission realized by the Spanish Association for the Internationalization and Innovation of Solar Companies (Solartys) to India has borne its fruits. Besides leading the participation of 13 Spanish companies, - that, with financing of ICEX and CDTI, were able to pay for an interesting agenda of meetings and interviews with the leading companies of the sector. The association has reached an agreement of collaboration with SESI. This agreement materialized with the company/signature of an MOU, on the 28th of October, which means Solartys is able to enter more effectively in the Indian market of solar energy.
SESI is the Indian section of International Solar Energy Society (ISES), a nongovernmental universal organization, founded in 1954 and established in the country in 1976. SESI counts at the moment with more than 2,000 partners, most of which work in the areas of investigation, development, production and programming.
With the company/signature of this agreement by Carlos Vivas, Secretary General of Solartys and by Mr. Ajay Prakash Shrivastava, Chief of the main directorate of SESI, both organizations contribute in the development and the creation of the solar power industry. They are committed to this end, to the maintenance of the cooperation between both countries, for the projection of their industries and implementing joint activities.
Solartys thus consolidate its presence in the solar market of India. In May 2010, Solartys had already signed an agreement of collaboration with the Indian Federation of Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) by means of which both organizations were committed to work in a joint way to facilitate the relationships between companies of both countries.
With the purpose of entering into the Indian solar energy market, Solartys has benefited with a direct mission in the country and the signing of a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) with the Solar Energy Society of India (SESI). This agreement will allow both parties to establish close collaboration for the development of joint projects and to create synergies between the industries of Spain and India.
The recent direct mission realized by the Spanish Association for the Internationalization and Innovation of Solar Companies (Solartys) to India has borne its fruits. Besides leading the participation of 13 Spanish companies, - that, with financing of ICEX and CDTI, were able to pay for an interesting agenda of meetings and interviews with the leading companies of the sector. The association has reached an agreement of collaboration with SESI. This agreement materialized with the company/signature of an MOU, on the 28th of October, which means Solartys is able to enter more effectively in the Indian market of solar energy.
SESI is the Indian section of International Solar Energy Society (ISES), a nongovernmental universal organization, founded in 1954 and established in the country in 1976. SESI counts at the moment with more than 2,000 partners, most of which work in the areas of investigation, development, production and programming.
With the company/signature of this agreement by Carlos Vivas, Secretary General of Solartys and by Mr. Ajay Prakash Shrivastava, Chief of the main directorate of SESI, both organizations contribute in the development and the creation of the solar power industry. They are committed to this end, to the maintenance of the cooperation between both countries, for the projection of their industries and implementing joint activities.
Solartys thus consolidate its presence in the solar market of India. In May 2010, Solartys had already signed an agreement of collaboration with the Indian Federation of Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) by means of which both organizations were committed to work in a joint way to facilitate the relationships between companies of both countries.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Japan to Offer Subsidies for Carbon-Offset Projects
The Japanese Government has selected 15 Japanese firms including Toshiba, Tokyo Electric Power and Mitsubishi, to carry out feasibility studies for pollution-cutting projects to earn carbon credits overseas.
The government will provide about JPY500m ($6m) for research into projects aimed at exporting low-carbon technology to developing countries according to Bloomberg, citing the country's trade ministry.
Aiming to reach its 2020 emission targets of reducing emissions by 25%, Japan will seek bilateral agreements to earn carbon credits according to trade ministry director of global environmental affairs Keisuke Murakami.
Japan has planned projects in nine developing countries and has initiated talks with Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines and India for agreements on a carbon-offset mechanism.
Toshiba and Mitsubishi are planning work on geothermal plants in the Philippines and in Indonesia. Nippon Steel has proposed adding energy-conservation technology at a steel plant in India.
Tokyo Electric is considering building a coal-fired power plant in Indonesia.
The government will provide about JPY500m ($6m) for research into projects aimed at exporting low-carbon technology to developing countries according to Bloomberg, citing the country's trade ministry.
Aiming to reach its 2020 emission targets of reducing emissions by 25%, Japan will seek bilateral agreements to earn carbon credits according to trade ministry director of global environmental affairs Keisuke Murakami.
Japan has planned projects in nine developing countries and has initiated talks with Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines and India for agreements on a carbon-offset mechanism.
Toshiba and Mitsubishi are planning work on geothermal plants in the Philippines and in Indonesia. Nippon Steel has proposed adding energy-conservation technology at a steel plant in India.
Tokyo Electric is considering building a coal-fired power plant in Indonesia.
China Receives Bids to Expand Solar Projects
China is using a bidding system for the second time in history for granting concessions to build and run solar energy plants after the first batch was awarded last year.
The 13 concession projects, generating 280MW, almost equals the cumulative installed solar capacity in China in 2009, according to Bloomberg.
The capacity of each project is bigger than independently developed plants that are normally approved, which average about 10MW, and the government has completed preliminary work for each project.
The 13 concession projects, generating 280MW, almost equals the cumulative installed solar capacity in China in 2009, according to Bloomberg.
The capacity of each project is bigger than independently developed plants that are normally approved, which average about 10MW, and the government has completed preliminary work for each project.
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