Cliantech to supply 1.2 GW automated production line for Alpex Solar
Cliantech Solutions will install a 1.2 GW fully automated solar panel manufacturing line for Alpex Solar’s new facility in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. Equipment suppliers include Gaorun, Visual, Asicpy, and HSPV.
Winaico presents bifacial 435W TOPCon module with 22.30% efficiency
Taiwanese manufacturer Winaico said its newest bifacial, n-type, glass-glass TOPCon compact modules are available in a 435 W aluminum-framed version, and a 430 W full-black version. The module efficiency is up to 22.30%.
BluPine Energy signs PPA with Dalmia Cement for 46.87 MWp solar plant
The solar plant will help reduce manufacturing costs and increase energy efficiency for Dalmia Cement.
Green hydrogen hubs: Unfolding India’s potential
Hydrogen hubs, which are organised areas where production and utilisation facilities are closely linked, can make green hydrogen projects more viable. This cluster-based approach addresses the technical, logistical, and commercial challenges of long-distance hydrogen transport, enhances project viability, and allows for economies of scale and concentrated infrastructure.
Indonesia targets over 5.7 GW of rooftop solar by 2028
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in Indonesia has set a quota of 5,746 MW of rooftop solar to be deployed between 2024 and 2028. The Jakarta-based Institute for Essential Services Reform anticipates rooftop solar to be more commonly adopted by commercial and industrial consumers than residential users, following the abolishment of net-metering earlier this year.
Vibrant Energy promotes Vinay Pabba to CEO
Vinay Pabba, who is currently Vibrant Energy’s chief operating officer, will shortly be taking up the role of chief executive officer (CEO).
Industry tie-ups and innovative financing mechanisms will drive MSMEs’ renewable energy adoption in India
Innovative financing mechanisms, such as credit guarantees and first-loss coverage, are essential to funding MSMEs’ adoption of renewable energy.
Jakson Solar recognized as top performer in PVEL’s 2024 PV Module Reliability Scorecard
Jakson Solar’s Helia range of mono PERC PV modules, both monofacial and bifacial variants, attained Top Performer status in the 2024 PV Module Reliability Scorecard by Kiwa PVEL (PV Evolution Labs).
Gensol wins GUVNL’s 250 MW/500 MWh standalone battery storage tender
Gensol Engineering Ltd has won the 250 MW/ 500 MWh standalone battery storage tender by quoting the lowest price of INR 3.72 lacs/MW/month.
Australia adds 9.6 GWh pumped hydro project to pipeline
The pipeline of pumped hydro storage projects in the Australian state of Queensland continues to grow, with Victoria-based renewables company BE Power announcing plans to develop an 800 MW/9.6 GWh project at Mount Alma near Gladstone.
