Indian scientists develop 40%-efficient dye sensitized solar cell for indoor applications
An India-based research team has boosted the power conversion efficiency and stability of indoor dye-sensitized solar cells based on co-sensitized organic dyes. The best indoor PV devices achieved 40% efficiency under 4000 lux fluorescent lighting and 10.40% under standard AM 1.5G one sun illumination.
Gujarat tops in residential rooftop solar installations under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
Gujarat accounts for 46% (281,769) of the overall 616,019 residential rooftop solar installations done as of Nov. 21, 2024 under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy secures 396 MW DC solar project in Rajasthan
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy has received the letter of award for supply, installation and commissioning of a 396 MW DC solar project in Rajasthan. The project has been awarded by a private-sector power producer.
GUVNL allocates 500 MW/1,000 MWh battery storage with VGF at INR 2.26 lakh/MW/month
HG Infra Engineering (250 MW), Bhilwara Energy (100 MW), Kintech Synergy (100 MW), and Advait Infratech (50 MW) have emerged winners in Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd’s Phase-IV standalone battery energy storage (BESS) tender for 500 MW/1,000 MWh capacity.
Sinovoltaics updates PV module manufacturer financial stability ranking
The latest list sees India-based Insolation Energy, Waaree Renewable Technologies, and Solex Energy maintain the top three positions and Kyocera entering the top ten, up from thirteenths spot.
Agrivoltaics can increase grape yield by up to 60%
French agrivoltaics company Sun’Agri says that two of its facilities increased grape yields by 20% to 60% in 2024, compared to areas without solar panels. The PV modules helped regulate temperature fluctuations, reducing summer heat peaks and winter temperature declines.
Solar wafer prices stable, potential price hikes loom amid trade policy changes
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.
The Hydrogen Stream: IIT Bombay, HSBC green hydrogen programme selects six innovative projects for incubation
The shortlisted technologies and solutions include energy-efficient green hydrogen generators, indigenous hydrogen storage systems for commercial vehicles, and alternative combustion burners to improve air quality.
Sky’s the limit with fast-charging Li-S battery breakthrough inspired by antiseptic
From antiseptic wound care to an ultra-fast charging lithium-sulfur battery, Monash University engineers have taken inspiration from the chemistry of betadine to develop and commercialise a battery that makes electric aircraft a future possibility.
Adani Green Energy sets up step-down subsidiary
Adani Hydro Energy One Ltd will be engaged in generation and transmission of power from renewable sources like wind and solar.
