While solar energy has proven its ability to reduce energy costs over time, as well as lower the carbon footprint of a home or business, solar systems do involve upfront costs. However, both the federal government and the majority of states offer tax credits and other economic incentives that help to offset these costs and …
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Solar industry continues to generate jobs for thousands of Americans
Reducing pollution levels by providing a clean, renewable energy source is just one of the ways the solar power is helping to create a more sustainable planet. Another aspect of the solar industry that is included in this goal is to provide long-term employment for workers both directly and indirectly. As a major component of …
California’s utility-scale solar generation hits new record
California’s solar industry reached a new milestone as the state’s largest power grid held enough solar energy to power 2 million homes. The grid, called the California Independent System Operator, covers about 80 percent of California’s energy market. The ISO broke its own record by hitting 8,030 megawatts from solar sources. That amount is more …
Top 5 things to consider when handling PV system shading
Installing a commercial or residential solar system is a great way to save money and contribute to creating a more sustainable society. By converting sunlight into electricity, you cut your electricity bills while also reducing carbon pollution emitted during the burning of traditional fossil fuels. While solar panels are a great way to accommodate these …
Trinasolar launches new website redesign
Trina Solar is proud to announce the launch of our updated website. The redesign accompanies the recent refresh of Trina Solar’s brand. Combined, these changes will better deliver Trina’s vision of popularizing green energy, combating climate change and fostering eco-civilization. The redesign makes the website easy to navigate and ensures the content is more responsive …
Trinasolar Announces Shareholders Vote to Approve Going-Private Transaction
CHANGZHOU, China, Dec. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar, a global leader in photovoltaic (“PV”) modules, solutions, and services, today announced that the Company’s shareholders voted in favor of, among others, the proposal to authorize and approve (i) the previously announced agreement and plan of merger (the “Merger Agreement”) dated August 1, 2016 by and among Fortune Solar Holdings Limited (“Parent”), Red Viburnum Company Limited (“Merger …
Trinasolar Announces Third Quarter 2016 Results
CHANGZHOU, China, Nov. 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar, a global leader in photovoltaic (“PV”) modules, solutions, and services, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter endedSeptember 30, 2016. Third Quarter 2016 Financial and Operating Highlights Total module shipments were 1,361.2 MW, compared with 1,658.3 MW in the second quarter of 2016, and 1,703.2 MW in …
Trinasolar to Announce Third Quarter 2016 Results on November 23, 2016
CHANGZHOU, China, Nov. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire — Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) (“Trina Solar” or the “Company”), a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) modules, solutions and services, today announced that it will release its third quarter 2016 results before the market opens on Wednesday, November 23, 2016. In light of the pending privatization, the Company will not host an earnings …
Trinasolar Announces Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders
CHANGZHOU, China, Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) (“Trina Solar” or the “Company”), a global leader in photovoltaic (“PV”) modules, solutions, and services, today announced that it has called an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the “EGM”), to be held at 10:00 a.m. Beijing Time on December 16, 2016, at the board room, Changzhou Trina Solar Energy Co., Ltd., …
Trinasolar Announces New World Record of 19.86% Aperture Efficiency for “Honey Plus” Multicrystalline Silicon Solar Module
CHANGZHOU, China, Oct. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) (“Trina Solar” or the “Company”), a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) modules, solutions and services, today announced that its State Key Laboratory of PV Science and Technology of China (the “SKL PVST”) has set a new world record of 19.86% aperture efficiency for its high-efficiency “Honey Plus” multicrystalline silicon …
