Deploy grid-forming batteries now to avoid costly infrastructure later, says ESIG
Large-scale batteries with grid-forming software can sustain grid reliability as renewables replace synchronous fossil generators, says an ESIG report. The report focuses on test procedures to validate grid-forming capabilities.
Global Solar Council launches global trade association for battery storage
The Global Solar Council has launched what it calls the first global trade association for battery storage to drive manufacturing, deployment, recycling, and adoption of new technologies.
Waaree Energies invests INR 300 crore in lithium battery subsidiary
Waaree Energies Ltd, a Gujarat-based manufacturer of solar cells and modules, has invested INR 300 crore in its wholly-owned subsidiary, Waaree Energy Storage Solutions Pvt Ltd (WESSPL), through a rights issue.
Alpex Solar raises INR 260.17 crore through preferential issue
The company will utilise the proceeds to complete its ongoing expansion and achieve full-scale production of solar cells, modules, and aluminium frames.
World Green Energy inks land deal with Tata Steel SEZ for 2 GW solar cell and 1.2 GW module factory in Odisha
World Green Energy (WGE) has signed a land sublease agreement with Tata Steel Special Economic Zone Ltd (TSSEZL) for 50 acres at Gopalpur Industrial Park in Odisha, paving the way for its upcoming 2 GW TOPCon solar cell and 1.2 GW solar module manufacturing facility.
Jakson Group hosts Sri Lankan and Maldivian ministers at Greater Noida solar facility
Kumara Jayakody, Minister of Energy, Government of Sri Lanka, and Muaviyath Mohamed, Minister of State, Environment and Tourism, Maldives, recently visited Jakson Group’s fully automated solar module manufacturing facility in Greater Noida to witness its advanced capabilities and explore avenues for clean energy partnerships.
Enhancing dual-axis solar tracker performance with new optimization techniques
Researchers in India have developed two solar tracker optimization techniques can purportedly increase power generation by up to 54.36% when combined. One uses a light sensor and the other relies on data from GPS and a real-time clock.
ACME Solar’s 250 MW renewable energy project secures “ICRA AA-/Stable” rating upgrade
The rating applies to ACME Aklera Power Technology’s 250 MW renewable energy capacity in Rajasthan for its INR 1,072 crore term loan facility from Bank of America, Standard Chartered Bank and India Infradebt Limited.
Gravitational energy storage trials set for decommissioned coal mine in Australia
Australian energy storage company Green Gravity and mining business Wollongong Resources have signed an agreement to deploy gravitational energy storage trials at a decommissioned coal mine.
A tightened U.S. solar trade environment
Tariffs, foreign content restrictions, and antidumping and countervailing duty investigations have reshaped the landscape for imports of solar components and manufactured products.
