India installed 17.4 GW utility-scale solar, 5.15 GW rooftop PV capacity in FY 2025: JMK Research
Rajasthan led the annual solar additions with 6.5 GW, followed by Gujarat (3.6 GW) and Maharashtra (2.3 GW).
First attempt to build tandem solar cells based on perovskite, transition metal dichalcogenide
Scientists in India have proposed to design new tandem solar cells using transition metal dichalcogenide as an absorber material for the bottom PV device. Their simulations showed these tandem cells may reach an efficiency of over 35%.
India Installed 341 MWh of battery energy storage capacity in 2024, says Mercom
India’s cumulative battery storage installations are expected to reach nearly 15 GWh by 2027
Hindustan Power begins work on 435 MWp solar project in Uttar Pradesh
The 435 MWp solar power project in Lalitpur advances the state’s goal of 22 GW renewable energy capacity by 2026–27 while generating local jobs and promoting sustainable development.
JSW Energy commissions 189 MW solar and 72 MW wind power capacity
JSW Energy has commissioned 261 MW of renewable energy, taking its total installed capacity to 12.8 GW.
ACME Solar places order for over 3.1 GWh of battery energy storage system
ACME Solar has placed an order for more than 3.1 GWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) with global suppliers including Zhejiang Narada and Trina Energy.
K2 Systems unveils new pitched roof mounting solutions
K2 Systems has introduced two new pitched roof mounting components for residential solar: the SingleHook 3S Light, made of aluminum and stainless steel; and the InsertionRail 2.0, an aluminum mounting rail.
Japan’s 24th solar auction concludes with average final price of $0.028/kWh
Japan has allocated 79 MW of PV capacity in its latest procurement exercise. The highest price in the auction was JPY 7.79 ($0.054) /kWh.
Shakti Pumps raises INR 292 crore to set up 2.2 GW solar cell and module factory
Shakti Pumps (India) Ltd has raised INR 292.60 crore through a qualified institutions placement (QIP). It will utilize the proceeds to establish a greenfield 2.2 GW solar cell and module manufacturing plant in Madhya Pradesh.
Gautam Solar secures California Energy Commission certification, extends US market presence
The California Energy Commission certification ensures Gautam Solar’s modules comply with stringent quality, safety, and performance standards required for solar installations in the State of California, the largest solar market of the United States.
