Growing Black Market for Solar Panels
Large solar farms are primary targets for solar theft, but rooftop arrays are also vulnerable.
Solar Manufacturers Poised to Make a Come Back
The manufactuers' nightmare will turn into a long-term boon for the industry.
Hazardous Waste Weighs on Solar Industry's Footprint
As the industry grows, hazardous waste is becoming a bigger issue, especially since some of it is shipped over long distances.
SolarCity's IPO Filing Reveals Treasury, IRS Probes on Solar Industry
The Treasury Dept and IRS are investigating the 1603 cash grant program for possible misrepresentations.
GE Puts Brakes on World's Biggest Solar Factory in Colorado
GE will focus on raising thin-film efficiency, rather than building a huge factory during a solar glut.
Solar Industry Launches Wider Commitment to Environmental, Social Responsibility
It covers labor, ethics, health and safety, environmental responsibility, human rights, and management systems.
Banner Year for US Solar in 2011, Grows 109%
The US installed over a gigawatt for the first time, and should double that this year.
Solar Has Huge Year Worldwide, Worst Could Be Over for Solar Stocks
Solar capacity worldwide soared 54% in 2011, to 28 GW on the high side of even bullish estimates.
Global Solar PV to Rise 24% This Year, to 24 Gigawatts
Solar PV will rise just 3% in Europe, however, and Italy will displace Germany as the world's largest market.