contents 14 Creating grid compatibility


A key criteria for developing and increasing solar power for everyday use is interoperability with current energy systems. With larger solar farms coming into play it is essential that the correct guidelines exist to ensure compliance and therefore growth


21 Impact on PV from the WEEE directive The European wide waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) directive comes into play and companies will need to be on top of the new regulations. The rules may not be as encompassing as some would think and recycling for the future is one area to consider


24 The future technology world All industries are interconnected and energy is one area that impacts on all others so being aware of overall trends can provide positive intelligence for future opportunities. One of the world’s leading technology futurists discusses some key technologies of the future


27 Thin glass potential


In the solar world the discussion tends to focus on silicon or thin film but there are more manufacturing options available to the industry. Glass is being produced in thinner and more flexible varieties opening up new opportunities to savvy manufacturers


34 Trade wars


The fallout from SolarWorld’s accusations of Chinese product dumping continues with China replying in kind with trade restrictions of their own. What is more fascinating is how the process has divided the US solar industry with many groups claiming to speak on the industry’s behalf


38 Sunny Side Up Formula 1 is considered one of the most energy wasting activities of the human species so it is positive news that the Lotus team has completed a solar installation


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Technology trends Future innovation


Trade wars US-China disagreement continues


Grid compatibility Certifying future connections


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