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Sunsure Energy to supply 21 MW solar power to Lupin’s Tarapur facility

Sunsure will supply solar power to Lupin from its 100 MW (150 MWp) PV plant in Solapur.  
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Orkla India partners CleanMax for 100% renewable power supply to Karnataka factories 

Orkla India has partnered with CleanMax to develop a 6.6 MWp solar captive power project for self consumption.
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AMPIN, Sumitomo form corporate renewables joint venture

AMPIN Energy Transition and Japan’s Sumitomo Corp. have formed a joint venture company, AMPIN C&I Power, to develop renewable energy sources in India and supply the generated power to commercial and industrial clients under power purchase agreement...
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SECI launches tender for 2 GW of solar

Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has launched a tender to select developers for 1 GW of interstate transmission system (ISTS) connected solar PV power projects and additional capacity of up to 1 GW to be awarded through Greenshoe option. Bidding closes...
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Silfab launches 640 W utility-scale solar panels

The Canada-based manufacturer said its new panels have a temperature coefficient of -0.29% per C and an efficiency of up to 22.92%. They come with a 30-year power output guarantee for 89.3% of the initial yield.
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Italy’s first agrivoltaic tenders draws bids for 1.7 GW

Italy’s Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security (MASE) says it has received 643 bids totaling 1.7 GW in its first agrivoltaic tender. About 56% of the proposals have come from the country’s sunny southern regions.
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SECI launches 2 GW/8 GWh renewables-plus-storage tender

Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) is accepting bids to set up 2 GW of renewable energy projects backed with energy storage systems for assured peak supply of 8 GWh (2 GW x 4 hours). Bidding closes on Oct. 14.
Manufacturing

Thermax enters SOEC technology license agreement with UK’s Ceres

Under the agreement, Thermax will manufacture, sell, and service stack array modules (SAM) based on Ceres' advanced solid oxide electrolysis cell (SOEC) technology for green hydrogen production.

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The Hydrogen Stream: Gensol, Matrix to set up India’s first green hydrogen valley in Pune

Gensol Engineering and Matrix Gas & Renewables will set up a green hydrogen production plant on a build-own-operate basis, for offtake by the specialty chemical sector.

With energy transition we see strong growth in power and transmission sector: Vedanta Aluminium CEO

John Slaven, chief executive officer, Vedanta Aluminium, sees strong growth in demand from power & transmission and automotive sector with India’s focus on energy transition.

“We want to make India a global hub for Green Hydrogen”: Prime minister Narendra Modi

“The National Green Hydrogen Mission is giving an impetus to innovation, infrastructure, industry and investment,” said Prime minister Narendra Modi in his inaugural address at 2nd International Conference on Green Hydrogen.

MNRE proposes ALMM mandate for solar cells from April 1, 2026

India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has invited suggestions from stakeholders on the draft guidelines of the approved list of models and manufacturers (ALMM) for solar cells as it proposes to make it effective from April 2026.  

India’s decarbonization presents $12 trillion opportunity in clean technologies

A BloombergNEF study estimates India’s energy sector investment and spending under its net-zero scenario at $12.4 trillion over 2024-50, 34% (or about $3 trillion) higher than in the economic transition scenario.

“The solar pump market is set to expand”

Gopal Kabra, founder and CEO of GK Energy, speaks to pv magazine about the solar pump market in India, key drivers, and future outlook.

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Apraava Energy secures 300 MW solar power project in Rajasthan

Apraava Energy has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with NTPC for a 300 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS) connected solar energy project. It will develop the project on a build-own-operate basis in Rajasthan.

Construction begins on 1.1 GW solar project in Tibet

JA Solar has supplied its n-type DeepBlue 4.0 Pro modules for a 1.1 GW solar installation in Tibet. The project is believed to be the world’s largest combined animal husbandry facility and solar array now under construction.

Nextracker introduces solar mount foundation services for soil types ‘anywhere’

The solar tracking provider introduced NX Anchor, further expanding the types of soil and areas that solar installers can develop on.

JSW Energy secures LoA for 600 MW wind-solar hybrid power project

JSW Neo Energy has received Letter of Award (LoA) for 600 MW of wind-solar hybrid power project from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MSEDCL).

NHPC allocates 1.2 GW solar at average price of $0.031/kWh

Avaada Energy, Essar Renewables, Jevargi Solar (Rays Power Infra), Mahindra Susten, and Onward Solar Power have emerged winners of the interstate transmission system connected solar capacity.

India to face significant land, water challenges in scaling renewables beyond 1.5 TW, says CEEW study

A new report by CEEW states that India’s unconstrained RE potential exceeds 24 TW (terawatts), but not all of it is achievable. Even reaching the 7 TW required to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 will require a holistic approach to addressing challenges such as land access, climate risks, land conflicts, and population density.

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SmartHelio launches AI-powered solar forecasting tool with accuracy up to 98.5%

SmartHelio’s solar analytical tool leverages socio-economic and climate data to deliver high accuracy in predictive analytics.

Pathway to a green transition 

In this article for pv magazine, Naresh Mansukhani, chief executive officer, Juniper Green Energy, writes about the barriers to India’s transition to green energy and suggests the way forward.

India to host 2nd edition of International Conference on Green Hydrogen from Sept 11-13

The three-day event in New Delhi will bring together thought leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators from around the world to explore the latest advancements in green hydrogen technology.

Gensol, Matrix consortium wins EPC of India’s first biomass to green hydrogen project

Gensol Engineering, in collaboration with Matrix Gas & Renewables Ltd, will establish the project to convert 25 tons of bio-waste into one ton of hydrogen per day. The project is scheduled for completion within 18 months.

L&T creates renewable EPC vertical

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has carved out renewable business vertical amid energy transition led growth in its infrastructure segment.

The Hydrogen Stream: Uniper opens hydrogen pilot in Germany

Uniper says it has launched its Hydrogen Pilot Cavern (HPC) Krummhörn plant in Germany with nearly 500,000 cubic meters of green hydrogen storage, while Air Liquide has inaugurated a 20 MW electrolysis plant in Oberhausen, Germany.

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Increasing potential of silicon clathrate films for photovoltaics

Researchers led by scientists from CNRS in France are exploring an exotic form of silicon called silicon clathrate as a material for energy applications, including photovoltaics. Mastering the synthesis and using appropriate characterizations are key elements towards potential applications. Significant progress is being made for the fabrication of functional devices.

Saatvik Solar delivers 70.2 MW of PV modules to SJVN

Saatvik Solar has supplied 70.2 MW of mono PERC 545 Wp PV modules for SJVN’s project in Punjab.

Solar highlights from the floor at RE+

Five solar solutions shown this week at RE+ 2024 in Anaheim.

Australian battery recycler inks deal with Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD Auto

Advanced materials technology company Lithium Australia has signed an exclusive agreement with China-headquartered BYD Auto Industry Company to provide battery recycling services.

Grew Energy to supply solar modules for BluPine’s Gujarat project

Grew Energy has signed an agreement to supply solar modules for BluPine Energy’s upcoming project in Banaskantha, Gujarat.

Kiwa PVEL, Kiwa PI Berlin outline best practices for PV module quality

Kiwa PVEL and Kiwa PI Berlin have published a white paper that uses recent module testing and in-factory data to guide the best use of testing and inspection metrics. The paper aims to ensure that solar modules meet acceptable quality standards.

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Aluminium-polymer battery for stationary electricity storage

The device developed by TU Bergakademie Freiberg researchers uses aluminum as an anode, graphite as a cathode, and a polymer-based solid electrolyte. It is being validated and further developed for industrial production. The goal is storage capacity of 10 kWh.

NVVN increases battery storage tender size to 500 MW/1,000 MWh

NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd has doubled the standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) tender size to 500 MW/1,000 MWh with maximum capacity up to 250 MW/500 MWh at each substation. However, a developer can bid only for 50% of the total tender capacity.

Timber framed solar carports for residential, commercial applications

Sweden-based Innoventum has launched a solar carport line equipped with bifacial modules in a larch wood structure. The solution may include electric vehicle charging, energy storage, LED lighting, and inverter systems.

Actis invests in 3.5 GW/4.5 GWh of solar-plus-storage in Philippines

Private equity investor Actis has become a strategic partner in a 3.5 GW/4.5 GWh solar-plus-storage project in the Philippines. The project is poised to become the world’s largest integrated renewables and energy storage installation upon completion. Actis is investing $600 million for a 40% equity stake.

The Hydrogen Stream: H2Mare project links electrolyzers to wind turbine

The German government says that the H2Mare OffgridWind project in Denmark has connected two electrolyzers to a wind turbine for hydrogen production, while Ontras Gastransport and H2 Energy Europe have agreed to define the technical and commercial framework for hydrogen transportation in its Green Octopus Mitteldeutschland pipeline project.

Honeywell commissions battery energy storage system to help decarbonize Lakshadweep

Honeywell’s battery energy storage system (BESS) technologies integrated into the solar microgrid of the remote Kavaratti islands of Lakshadweep support decarbonization of the islands’ energy supply.

Opinion & Analysis

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Wafer manufacturers extend efforts at price reversal

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

Unlocking the potential of agrivoltaics

Agrivoltaics, the innovative practice of co-locating agriculture and photovoltaic (PV) systems, is revolutionizing sustainable land use and energy production. By harnessing the synergy between agriculture and solar energy, agrivoltaics offers a transformative solution to address the challenges of food security, water scarcity, and climate change. This article explores the burgeoning agrivoltaics market, its potential benefits, challenges, and future outlook.

Price range for US-delivered modules widens

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

Solar industry faces collapse amid surplus and plunging prices

The solar industry is at a crossroads. While demand for PV installations is higher than ever, systemic overcapacity, falling prices, and financial losses across the supply chain threaten to undermine the industry’s long-term sustainability.

Global polysilicon prices stable amid steady fundamentals

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

What to look for in tracker monitoring technology

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Press Releases

Waaree Energies becomes the only Indian solar panel manufacturer recognized in RETC PV Benchmarking Report 2024

Awarded Overall Highest Achiever in PVMI Report 2024

Tata Power Renewable Energy, Tata Motors sign MoU to set up 200 fast-charging stations for electric commercial vehicles 

Tata Motors and Tata Power will provide exclusive charging tariffs for Tata Motors' electric CV owners, resulting in lower operating costs and increased profitability for its customers. Electric CV users across the Country, will soon benefit from access to almost 1000 strategically located fast chargers, with the planned expansion of the charging network.

KPIL awarded new orders worth INR 2,774 crores

Kalpataru Projects International Limited (KPIL), one of the largest Engineering & Construction companies listed in India along with its international subsidiaries have secured new orders/notification of awards of INR 2,774 Crores.

Minister Hardeep S Puri Highlights India’s Ambition to Lead Global Green Hydrogen Market at 2nd International Conference on Green Hydrogen

Several States across India are incentivizing Green Hydrogen usage, Reinforcing India’s Commitment to Becoming Global Leader in Green Energy: Shri Puri

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