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07 China’s FiT to have global impact The sheer size of China’s subsidy plan is expected to see global solar cell and module prices drop


08 Asia Pacific to lead future demand A new report suggests that the Asia pacific region will account for a quarter of demand by 2015


10 Changing global dynamics


Germany has led the solar and PV world but Italy is tipped to become the larger market this year.


11 Decreasing prices stimulates markets The USA is expecting massive industry growth and the major cause seems to be collapsing prices


12 A tipping point for CIGS technology The ability of CIGS related PV technology to become a global player took a hit with one player pulling out


14 Momentum moves CPV forward Concentrated photovoltaics appears to be making its mark in the solar world despite the usual detractors


20 Analysing ground faults


Safety issues are key to gaining consumer confidence and the ability to assess fire related risks is vital


26 Solar Industry Awards


Solar International is pleased to present the final nominations for this years Solar Industry Awards


45 India salutes the sun’s opportunities As one of the two largest countries in the world, India has a huge amount of expectation upon its future. Solar and PV technology is one area the country is embracing


Front cover designed by Mitch Gaynor


54 Helping students light a future One solar company is making use of its success and is providing students in Sengal with solar powered lighting


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