Vikram Solar secures 150 MW module supply order in Maharashtra
Vikram Solar will supply 150 MW of its advanced n-type modules to Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. Ltd (MAHAGENCO) for PV projects under Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana.
U.S. distributed solar grew 5.4 GW in 2024
The Institute for Local Self-Reliance study finds that five states saw increases of more than 30% in distributed solar capacity, one state grew by 50% and another doubled its capacity.
Kosol Energie commissions 12 MW DC solar project for GSECL
Kosol Energie has commissioned a 12 MW DC solar project featuring 545 Wp bifacial modules with 144 half-cut cells and transparent backsheet.
Leveraging ESG Tech for a resilient and decentralized energy grid
According to the “Energy Statistics India 2024” report by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, total emissions from the energy sector have been on the rise, underscoring the urgency for sustainable energy practices and stronger ESG-aligned interventions.
Mauritius hosts SolarX Accelerator Programme in collaboration with International Solar Alliance and Business Mauritius
The two-day SolarX Accelerator Programme in Mauritius brought together 35 startups from across Asia and APAC region to accelerate the development and deployment of innovative solar solutions.
“Distributed renewable energy should serve as an inclusive, community-centric growth engine”: ISA Director General
Ashish Khanna, Director General of International Solar Alliance, highlighted the need to enable private-sector investments in driving technology and innovation for distributed renewable energy, while the government focuses on developing the policy and regulatory framework and results-based financing to make these solutions affordable for the poor.
Meghalaya’s Gnanamma Healthcare Centre transitions to near net-zero electricity with solar plus storage installation
The newly installed 6.05 kW solar plant and 21.6 kWh battery energy storage now meet up to 100% of the health facility’s electricity needs.
Group Surya secures EPC package for solar hydrogen microgrid in Ladakh
Surya International has won EPC package for a solar-hydrogen-BESS based 200 kW microgrid at Chushul, Ladakh. The project will supply round-the-clock renewable power in off-grid defense locations under extreme climatic conditions.
Sun-tracking photovoltaics for stadiums
Researchers in Italy have developed a sun-tracking PV system design for stadium covers. The proposed approach is said to offer both strong structural response and high energy yield compared to systems based on fixed structures.
Bids open for solar-powered lift irrigation systems in Bhutan
The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is running a tender for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of two solar-powered lift irrigation pilot systems in Bhutan. The deadline to submit proposals is March 21, 2025.
