Guide to solar development under PM-KUSUM Scheme
Achieving and maintaining a capacity utilization factor (CUF) of 19% over 25 years without deration is feasible through careful selection of high-efficiency, low-degradation solar panels, and implementing robust design, maintenance, and monitoring strategies. By following the guidelines provided in this article, developers can ensure compliance with PM-KUSUM scheme and achieve sustainable, long-term performance of their solar power plants.
IEA-PVPS releases fact sheet on environmental life cycle assessment of PV Systems
The updated IEA PVPS Task 12 Fact Sheet provides a comprehensive assessment of the environmental impacts associated with PV systems. It highlights the significant advancements made in PV technology, emphasizing improved efficiencies and reduced environmental footprints.
SECI launches 1 GW/2 GWh battery storage tender
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has invited proposals to set up 2 GWh (1 GW x 2 hours) of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected projects of standalone battery energy storage systems. Bidding closes on August 5.
Serentica Invites EoI for 800 MWh standalone battery energy storage
Serentica is seeking technical partners worldwide to set up interstate transmission system-connected battery energy storage systems to supply 800 MWh of battery capacity to Serentica’s round-the-clock green energy projects.
Meyer Burger set to begin production at US module factory
Meyer Burger will start production at its US module factory as it relocates its core operations from Germany to the United States. It is launching production of heterojunction solar modules and securing financing for a new cell plant.
Financial incentives, awareness could boost energy transition among MSMEs: WRI India
A new working paper by WRI India identifies existing gaps and offers suggestions to design policies that assist micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to switch to clean energy at a faster rate.
SJVN inks renewable power supply MoU with AM Ammonia
SJVN Green Energy Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AM Green Ammonia (India) for long-term supply of renewable energy to AM Green’s forthcoming green ammonia plants in Andhra Pradesh.
India installed 14.7 GW solar in FY 2024
India installed about 11.7 GW of utility-scale solar capacity and another 3 GW of rooftop solar capacity in the twelve months ending March 31, 2024.
AGL partners with Elecsome on solar panel recycling plan
AGL Energy has teamed with solar panel recycler Elecsome to explore the development of a PV materials recovery facility at the site of the coal-fired Bayswater power plant in New South Wales, Australia.
NorSun plans $620 million US wafer fab in Oklahoma
The Norwegian PV manufacturer praises the south central US state for “its robust clean energy, manufacturing ecosystem and workforce development programs” as well as its “its competitive business offerings and site acceleration options.”
