The solar industry is poised to grow in both revenue and capacity as advances in technology and new business models help to secure its place as a viable competitor in the industry sector. According to a new report from Navigant Research, the demand for solar energy has reached a tipping point that will take it …
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Trinasolar Announces Resignation of Chief Financial Officer and Appointment of Interim Replacement
CHANGZHOU, China, June 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) (“Trina Solar” or the “Company”), a global leader in photovoltaic modules, solutions, and services, today announced that it has accepted the resignation of its chief financial officer, Ms. Teresa Tan, effective July 15, 2016. Ms. Tan has resigned to pursue other personal interests. Ms. Xu Ying (Merry Xu), currently a vice president …
Solar industry offers meaningful employment for returning veterans
For many military veterans, the transition from active duty to civilian life can be stressful. While life in the military offers a sense of structure and purpose, leaving the service requires facing many unknowns and often involves a difficult transition period. However, growing opportunities in the solar industry may provide veterans a pathway to a …
Trina recognized as leader in production and bankability
Two industry studies from independent news outlets have found Trina Solar is leading the global market in production and bankability. According to an analysis by PV-Tech, Trina was the No.1 manufacturer of photovoltaic modules in 2015. This marks the second consecutive year Trina Solar outpaced all other solar panel manufacturers in terms of module shipments. The PV-Tech evaluation …
Rooftop solar saves California ratepayers $192 million [Video]
Solar energy continues to prove its long-term viability and cost savings. Although end users have long realized the advantages of this source of clean, renewable energy, even those who do not use it are seeing the benefits. Thanks to materially lower load forecast levels in California, the state recently canceled 13 transmission projects planned in …
Trinasolar Achieves Milestone in Shipping Over 1 GW of Solar Modules to India
CHANGZHOU, China, June 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) (“Trina Solar” or the “Company”), a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) modules, solutions and services, today is pleased to announce that its cumulative shipments of solar modules to India have exceeded 1 GW to date with around 20% market share in the region in 2015, cementing its position as …
Senate resolution recognizes U.S. solar’s accomplishments [Video]
In recognition of the installation of the 1 millionth U.S. solar system, two senators have introduced a resolution to support the solar industry’s continued growth. U.S. senators Martin Heinrich of New Mexico and Cory Gardner of Colorado put forth the resolution, which will officially acknowledge the solar energy industry’s accomplishment in hitting this milestone. The proposal further calls …
Trinasolar Announces First Quarter 2016 Results
CHANGZHOU, China, May 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) (“Trina Solar” or the “Company”), a global leader in photovoltaic (“PV”) modules, solutions, and services, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2016. First Quarter 2016 Financial and Operating Highlights Total module shipments were 1,423.3 MW, consisting of …
Solar power outpaces wind in California [Video]
For the first time in history, solar-power generation has outpaced wind-powered energy sources in California. According to Vaisala, a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement, California obtained more of its energy from solar panels than from wind energy in 2015. Grid-connected, utility-scale solar generation in California has grown 15 fold over the past five …
Salt Lake City doubles its solar power [Video]
Salt Lake City has signed up for a utility-sponsored solar program that will double the amount of electricity the city receives from renewable energy sources. Through the program with Rocky Mountain Solar, city residents will be able to sign up for solar generated electricity starting January 2017. Additionally, the municipal government will receive 6-12 percent of …
