Mitsubishi Electric announces new photovoltaic modules for stand-alone systems

摘要

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (MEC) has announced the launch of four new models of photovoltaic (PV) modules for the worldwide market, suitable for use in stand-alone solar power generation systems in the midlands of the USA and in regions where the local electrification infrastructure is insufficient or non-existent. The company expects the USA market volume to surpass 1 GW by 2012, with stand-alone systems that power streetlights, traffic lights, water pumping systems for sprinklers and other equipment making up 20% of the demand. The new lineup of PV modules for stand-alone systems consists of models with outputs from 115W to 130W. Compared to the company's previous models, the new models have specifications more suitable for off-grid installation environments in the midlands of the USA and remote areas in developing countries. ME C will attempt to meet the diverse demands of various countries and usage patterns and has plans to expand its annual production capacityrnto 600 megawatts in fiscal 2012 (April 1,2011-March 31,2012).