Large-Scale Solar

Warwick University spinout Molecular Solar is to raise £5 million to create its own bespoke technology facility in order to bring its lightweight, flexible solar cells to the mainstream marketplace.

Ikaros Solar UK, which was set up earlier this year by entrepreneur Richard Tyzack, has achieved Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) accreditation.  The South Wales-based subsidiary in Technium Springboard in Cwmbran, Wales has been backed by the Welsh Assembly Government through a £500,000 grant from the Single Investment Fund (SIF) over the next three years.

Providing a huge boost for the UK’s large-scale solar market, Canadian Solar, one of the world’s largest solar companies, has signed an agreement to provide 15MW of solar modules for three…

Luton Borough Council has committed to a third party funded solar electricity scheme which will see the installation of solar panels on a number of social housing properties across the town.

The first stage of the Poole Housing Partnership (PHP) solar program is now underway, with 55 panels now fitted on top of a block of council-owned maisonettes. Manufactured by Romag and installed by local firm Save Energy, the panels will help Poole residents to save money on their annual electricity bills as well as cutting the town’s carbon emissions.

East Riding Council has selected Redland’s roof-integrated Mini Stonewold Solar tile for its latest social housing scheme. Initially 100 houses will be fitted with the technology, while a further 231 across 33 sites are waiting in the pipeline.

UK-based timber and builders merchant Covers has signed an agreement with Azur Solar Systems, which will install solar photovoltaics on as many of its 12 sites as are suitable. With branches located in Chichester, Bognor, Portsmouth and Brighton the company hopes to meet a significant portion of its own energy needs.

It’s not often this job takes me to places that are the envy of my mother, but yesterday was quite an exception. As I strolled through the guarded gates of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and past…

Bringing over 12 years of experience to the UK solar industry, German solar equipment manufacturer Conergy is to offer expert training to budding installers, sharing its knowledge within the UK by offering installation companies and trade businesses extensive training opportunities. The teaching program covers both technical theory and practical experience.

Building-integrated photovoltaics specialist Schueco UK has launched the SCC60 with ProSolar TF cladding system, which can be installed into the side of buildings and other structures. Designed specifically for use with ProSolar TF thin-film modules, the ventilated façade can provide weather protection, insulation and sustainable energy production.