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.
The new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar’s Rajgir is powered by a 5 MW AC on-grid solar plant, designed and implemented by Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd.
Cleantech Solar has announced the financial close of a long-term debt finance amounting to INR 855 crore ($102.49 million) from Aseem Infrastructure Finance Ltd.
SunSource Energy has switched on three solar power plants with a combined capacity of 45 MWp in Uttar Pradesh. Power purchase agreements (PPAs) for the entire 45 MWDC capacity have been signed with clients across industry verticals.
Noida-based GP Eco Solutions India Ltd has made a stellar debut on NSE Emerge as its stock was listed at INR 375 against a price band of INR 94 per share. The company will use the funds raised through the IPO to fuel its growth in the solar sector.
SolarPower Europe forecasts more than 1 TW of annual solar installations by 2028, but financing and energy system flexibility must be unlocked.
Bernreuter Research says low module prices will drive demand in the second half of this year. The researchers note the shipment targets of the world’s six largest solar module suppliers, who are aiming for an annual growth rate of 40% on average.
Renewable capacity addition is expected to remain at around 15-17 GW annually, owing to significant reduction in the module prices over the past 12 months and availability of liquidity.
India has already seen several success stories where innovative financing has empowered MSMEs in the renewable energy sector. For instance, the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) has launched schemes specifically designed for MSMEs. These schemes offer concessional loans and financial assistance, making it easier for MSMEs to undertake renewable energy projects.
An additional 120 GW of C&I RE capacity is required to be set up by 2030 for India to attain its solar and wind target of 420 GW by 2030. This translates to US$89 billion worth of investments flowing into the sector between 2024 and 2030.
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