Friday, July 31, 2009

News from Semiconductor International


PV Inventory - Top StorySolar Inventories Continue to Rise
Players throughout the world have rushed to get in on a promising PV market, which saw demand crash at the end of 2008, leaving a glut of inventory in the supply chain. According to a report from iSuppli, average inventories rose 64.3% over the past year, from 74.2 days to almost 122 days in the first quarter. more » » » 
Trina Solar Sales Improve 12-15% From First Quarter
Trina Solar issued preliminary financial results for the June-ending quarter, with improved sales and profits. The company also said it will refinance existing loans, and priced an offering of 4.5 million American depositary shares (ADSs) at $28.75 per share. more » » » 
PV Report 073009, NISTDeck Stacked for Organic Solar Power
NIST scientists have deepened their understanding of organic photovoltaics, revealing ways to control how it forms. The researchers aim to significantly improve cell efficiencies and life spans. more » » » 
ReneSola polysilicon facility, SichuanReneSola Opens Polysilicon Facility in Sichuan Province
The Chinese solar wafer manufacturer celebrated a broadened portfolio with the opening of a 3000 MT polysilicon manufacturing facility. more » » » 
Sam Sherraden, New America FoundationCommentary: Green Jobs: Hope or Hype?
Samuel Sherraden, a policy analyst for the Economic Growth Program at the New America Foundation, contends that the green sector is not large enough or competitive enough to be a major engine of job creation, and U.S. President Barack Obama should not put too many eggs in the green recovery basket.
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MEMC Enters JV With Q-Cells, Reports Sequential Revenue Gain
Though semiconductor demand is improving, wafer supplier MEMC notes continuing troubles from the solar sector, where it has had to lower prices on long-term supply agreements. The company has expanded its solar reach, however, through a joint venture with solar cell manufacturer Q-Cells. more » » » 

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