Cabling the backbone of India’s solar expansion
In an industry where even a small fraction of a percentage impacts efficiency, it is critical to ensure that all cables used in solar energy applications are UV-resistant, halogen-free, and flame-retardant. This creates a strategic opportunity for domestic manufacturers with vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities, sophisticated quality control programs, and a commitment to sustainability.
AI-enabled hacks expose remote shutdown risk in microinverters
IT security firm Jakkaru has identified a vulnerability in microinverters from AP Systems that could enable a “kill switch” scenario, potentially shutting down tens of thousands of inverters simultaneously and disrupting grid operations.
PM-KUSUM scheme for solarizing irrigation delivers strong benefits for DISCOMs and farmers but faces scale-up challenges
Solar-powered irrigation under the PM KUSUM Scheme offers an opportunity to reduce the agricultural power subsidy burden while providing reliable daytime electricity and boosting farmers’ incomes, according to a new report. However, the report notes several practical challenges that have slowed its uptake.
Tata Power selects Databricks to drive data and AI transformation across its operations
Tata Power has announced the enterprise-wide adoption of the Databricks platform to accelerate its data and AI transformation, aiming to improve operational efficiency, decision-making, and digital innovation across all its business clusters.
Premier Energies secures INR 2,577 crore solar cell, module orders in Q4 FY 2026
Premier Energies Ltd has received orders worth INR 2,577 crore in Q4 FY 2026 for the supply of 1.6 GW of solar cells and modules. The orders are scheduled for execution across FY 2027 and FY 2028.
Large-scale solar surpasses 1 TWac worldwide
Analysis from Wiki-Solar finds the world’s 33 largest utility-scale solar markets had a cumulative capacity of 1,008 GWac by the end of last year.
Utility-scale sodium-ion arrives in Romania
Renalfa Power Clusters plans to combine newly acquired solar and battery assets in Romania into a hybrid project using lithium-ion and sodium-ion storage.
Beyond the trilemma: Why the Global South needs a new energy framework
For decades, the “energy trilemma” – balancing energy security, affordability, and environmental sustainability – has shaped how nations think about energy strategy. For much of the Global South, it has served as a practical compass. But today, that compass may no longer be sufficient.
Godrej Enterprises wins 98 MWp open-access solar project in Haryana
Godrej Enterprises’ Energy Solutions Business has secured an order to develop a 98 MWp (70 MW AC) open-access solar power plant on a turnkey basis in Sirsa, Haryana. The project is its largest order by capacity and the largest open-access solar project in the state.
Sunsure Energy signs 30 MWp solar PPAs with Wonder Cement
Sunsure Energy, a provider of round-the-clock renewable energy solutions for businesses and utilities, has signed three long-term solar open-access power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Wonder Cement.
