GE Vernova unveils INR 1.4 billion investment plan to expand manufacturing footprint in India
GE Vernova has announced a strategic investment of around INR 1,400 million ($16 million) to expand its electrification manufacturing and engineering footprint in India. The investment includes the development of a new HVDC/FACTS manufacturing line in Chennai and a cutting-edge engineering & test lab in Noida.
Researchers warn of ‘hidden contaminants’ that could increase TOPCon, HJT solar module humidity-induced degradation
Australian researchers have identified five contaminants that could increase damp heat-induced degradation in TOPCon and heterojunction cells and modules. Their analysis has shown these contaminants could originate from improper handling during cell or module processing.
L&T wins IndianOil’s tender for 10ktpa green hydrogen plant at Panipat refinery
Larsen & Toubro has won Indian Oil Corp.’s tender for a green hydrogen production plant with a capacity of 10,000 tonnes per annum at a competitive bid of INR 397/kg.
Adani Green switches on 50 MW solar at Khavda
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has commissioned an incremental solar project of 50 MW at Khavda in Gujarat, taking its total operational renewable generation capacity to 14,340.9 MW.
Danish startup launches solar tile for pitched roofs
Solartag has developed a 71 W solar tile with a weight 14.2 kg/m² and a power conversion efficiency of 16%. The new product relies on black PERC cells and is standardized for mass production, according to the manufacturer.
US-China tariff negotiations and impacts
Although the suspension of the 24% tariff under Section 301 sends a signal of easing, the retention of the full 10% under Section 201 and the average 83% anti-dumping/countervailing duties means that Chinese solar PV exports to the US still face a combined tax rate of nearly 200%.
Middle East, North Africa solar manufacturing capacity to reach 44 GW by 2029, says WoodMac
Wood Mackenzie forecasts the Middle East and North Africa region will emerge as a tariff haven and overtake Southeast Asia as a top solar export hub, becoming the primary exporter of solar panels to the US towards the end of this decade.
Siemens Ltd new orders up 44% yoy in Jan-Feb-March quarter
Siemens Ltd has secured new orders worth INR 5,305 crore in the quarter ended March 31, 2025, 44% up year-on-year. Revenue for the quarter increased 2.6% to INR 4,259 crore.
Solex Energy profit soars 390% to INR 42.79 crore in FY 2024-25
Consolidated revenue jumped 81% to INR 665.82 crore.
Ciel & Terre’s 120 MWp Omkareshwar floating solar project features many firsts
Ciel & Terre has announced the completion of a 120 MWp floating solar array at Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh. The installation features many firsts by the company, including rock bolt anchoring, customized floating inverter barge based on reinforced fibre glass polymer, and floating system built using spin welding method.
