Nextracker announced this week that it has surpassed 10 GW of solar tracker deployments in India. To support the growing demand, the company has expanded its footprint with a new 80,000 sq. ft. office and research and development (R&D) facility in Hyderabad.
With 1.8 GW of projects added in the last quarter alone, Nextracker’s India portfolio now totals over 10 GW. Recent project wins include a 305 MW project with ReNew in Anantapur and 1.5 GW of projects through partnerships with key EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) companies across the country.
Speaking on the partnership with Nextracker for the Anantapur project, Sanjay Varghese, group president–solar projects & manufacturing, ReNew, said, “We welcome Nextracker as a partner in supporting our solar projects. As we continue to expand our footprint in renewable energy, such collaborations help in driving project efficiency and contributing to the sector’s broader goals.”
Nextracker’s newly inaugurated facility in Hyderabad is its largest office outside the United States. The hub integrates R&D, testing, and workforce development under one roof, featuring a 13-acre Center for Solar Excellence (CFSE) cutting-edge R&D and testing laboratory. Backed by a $1 million investment, the CFSE is dedicated to advancing local solar technology and training in India.
Building on its existing workforce of over 400 employees in India, Nextracker is ramping up hiring across engineering, manufacturing, and customer support. The company said that its Hyderabad facility will also focus on skill development initiatives to nurture local expertise in advanced solar technology and project execution.
Under the ‘Make in India’ initiative, 95% of Nextracker’s tracker components used in India are manufactured domestically. This localization supports supply chain resilience, energy security, and technology localization, delivering climate-resilient solutions tailored to the country’s unique energy landscape and conditions.
Rajeev Kashyap, senior vice president and managing director, Nextracker (Middle East, Africa, and India) said, “This region is one of the world’s fastest-growing solar markets, and our Hyderabad expansion reflects our deep commitment to supporting that growth. With 10 GW of projects commissioned or under delivery, we are equipping developers with best-in-class technology optimized for the country’s diverse needs, while investing in local talent, infrastructure, and innovation to meet the country’s renewable energy goals.”
“Nextracker’s investment in advanced manufacturing is not only a significant milestone for the company, but also an important moment for India’s broader renewable energy ecosystem,” said Subrahmanyam Pulipaka, CEO, National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI). “By localizing the production of intelligent solar tracking systems and integrating advanced automation with domestic expertise, Nextracker is making a meaningful contribution to India’s Atma Nirbhar Bharat [self-reliant India] vision in the renewable energy sector.”
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