This job-rich pillar of the renewables family is heading for severe impairment, at best.
The sector grew tenfold globally between 2007 and 2012, and the average cost of modules fell more than 75%. On this basis, many analysts expect solar electricity will be cheaper than any alternative in most markets by 2015.
Experience in Germany is showing the massive potential of solar when used in concert with wind power across a nation or continent.
