Highlights

Energy requirements evolve over time, and solar systems must be designed with adaptability in mind. Design-led innovation supports scalability through modular architectures that allow systems to expand or integrate complementary technologies such as energy storage.

GREW Solar has secured a repeat order worth approximately INR 500 crore from a domestic independent power producer (IPP) for the supply of its high-efficiency M10R TOPCon PV modules. The modules will be deployed at the developer’s upcoming utility-scale solar projects across multiple locations in India.

An Algerian research team has developed a smart water-spray cooling system for PV panels that activates only when temperatures exceed a set threshold, boosting efficiency while minimizing water use in desert conditions. The system raised power output and reduced module temperatures, offering similar efficiency to continuous cooling but with far lower water consumption, pump operation, and costs.

Waaree Renewable Technologies Ltd has secured a contract for the execution of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) works of a 300 MW AC (420 MWp) ground-mount solar PV plant. The project is scheduled for completion during the financial year 2027-28.

The Chinese manufacturer has launched a fire-resistant version of its Hi-MO X10 module for distributed PV applications, featuring back-contact technology and up to 24.8% efficiency. The company says the module adds enhanced fire-safety design to address rooftop PV risks such as hot spots and DC arcing.

Waaree Solar Americas Inc. has entered into a share subscription agreement with United Solar Holdings Inc., a Cayman Islands-based polysilicon producer, to subscribe to around 5.37 million Series B preferred shares for about $30 million.

NavPrakriti, a Kolkata-headquartered lithium-ion battery recycler, has entered into a strategic partnership with NASH Energy, a NASH Group company focused on advanced battery manufacturing and energy storage solutions, to ensure responsible end-of-life management of all batteries produced by NASH Energy, including production scrap.

South Carolina regulators and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are investigating Silfab Solar’s Fort Mill manufacturing plant after releases of potassium hydroxide and hydrofluoric acid within the same week.

V-Guard Industries has approved an additional investment of INR 25 crore in Gegadyne Energy Labs, its associate company focused on alternative battery technologies. Post acquisition, V-Guard’s shareholding in Gegadyne Energy Labs increases to 30.35% (on fully diluted basis) from the current 24.32%.

The “Battery Atlas 2026” report shows consolidation in Europe’s battery market. More than 2,000 GWh of cell production capacity was announced in 2023, but the realistic forecast for early 2026 is around 1,190 GWh, including approximately 673 GWh led by Asian companies.