
A recent report from Deutsche Bank concludes that solar power has now reached grid parity in India and Italy, meaning that it costs the same as electricity from the power grid.

The fate of the biggest subsidiary of Suntech Power, for several years the world’s number one manufacturer of PV panels, hangs in the balance as Chinese government officials determine whether to bail the company out. It’s rare for Chinese companies to fail, since the government usually rescues them to avoid damaging the reputation of Chinese [...]

Wind has overtaken nuclear as an electricity source in China, with a growth in wind power of 80 percent per year since 2007.

China has legally started building villas on top of roofs in urban areas. Take a look at 4 villas on top of a shopping center!
The solar-module trade war is growing hotter, with new salvos fired by both sides.