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OptiSolar drops manufacturing as it seeks a buyer

March 20, 2009 - Best of the web - Thin-film panel maker plans to layoff two-thirds of its remaining staff in the hopes of hanging on until it finds a new owner. Full Story »

First Solar buys OptiSolar's pipeline of projects for $400M

March 2, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Deal represents thin film panel maker's biggest step into utility solar, as another solar technology developer takes a step back. Full Story »

'Mittelstand' drives Germany's cleantech boom

January 9, 2009 - by Emma Ritch - Marko Maschek of Pinova Capital talks about why Germany's unique cleantech companies are increasingly attractive during the financial crisis. Full Story »

Dollar's strength hurts SunPower

November 5, 2008 - by Emma Ritch - Leading American U.S. solar PV maker reduces growth projections because of weakening euro, and analysts project more solar companies will follow. Full Story »

Solar sector deals continue to shine

October 30, 2008 - by David Ehrlich - First Solar puts cash into SolarCity, Trans-India grabs Solar Semiconductor, and we spot 21 other deals over the past week. Full Story »

Solyndra reveals thin-film solar tubes

October 6, 2008 - by Emma Ritch - Stealth startup debuts innovative CIGS cylinders, announces $600M in VC backing. Full Story »

Nanosolar grabs $300 million for utility solar

August 27, 2008 - by Emma Ritch - Manufacturer joins pack of thin-film companies securing big bucks to take innovations to production stage. Full Story »

Solar boom kicks salaries higher

August 15, 2008 - by Lee Bruno - Recruiters and analysts say the solar industry ramp up is raising the price tag for manufacturing executives. Full Story »

First Solar, Sempra in solar power project

July 24, 2008 - by David Ehrlich - The 10 megawatt solar photovoltaic plant will go up near Boulder City, Nev. Full Story »

Powering California green

July 11, 2008 - by Carli Ghelfi - The race to deliver renewable energy continues as SCE and PG&E ante up even further. Full Story »
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