Wires and cables in the solar industry
The solar industry growth has accelerated the demand for wires and cables in India. Since solar cables are key in transmitting power from the PV panels to the system, it is essential to invest in the best-suited type of solar cable that meets stability and safety norms.
Reducing PV module temperature with beeswax, paraffin wax
Scientists in Iraq have applied two different kinds of phase-change materials to lower the operating temperatures of PV panels. Their experiment showed that beeswax and paraffin wax are particularly effective in achieving this goal, even when they are combined together.
France’s Profils Systèmes unveils new solar veranda
Profils Systèmes, a French aluminum carpentry specialist, has developed Wallis&Energy, a new solar veranda that is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing buildings and new structures.
India’s installed solar power capacity expected to hit 104 GW by March 2025
ICRA expects India’s installed solar power capacity to grow to 104 GW by March 2025 from 72 GW as of October 2023, led by strong policy support and moderation in solar module prices.
Godawari Power & Ispat commissions 22 MW solar plant for self-consumption
Hira Ferro Alloys, an arm of Godawari Power & Ispat, has commissioned a 22 MW solar plant for self-consumption in Chhattisgarh.
NTPC launches 1.5 GW solar tender
NTPC has also invited bids to supply 1.5 GW of renewable power from wind-solar hybrid power projects. The projects can be developed anywhere in India
HPCL invites EPC bids for 100 MW solar project in Andhra Pradesh
Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd has invited bids to install and commission a 100 MW solar project at its site in Galiveedu for self-consumption. The scope also includes five-year operations and maintenance of the solar PV project.
China’s Sunpure to supply L&T with PV cleaning robots for 805 MWp solar project in Saudi Arabia
Sunpure will supply Larsen & Toubro with over 1,500 water-free cleaning robots for an 805 MWp solar project in Saudi Arabia.
Solitek launches solar carport for residential, commercial applications
Lithuania-based Solitek has launched a carport product line featuring 370 W glass-glass frameless modules. It is designed to withstand a snow load of up to 2.5 kN/m2 and 27m/s of wind loads.
EKI Energy, IndianOil partner to promote indoor solar cooking system
EKI Energy Services will oversee the production, marketing, installation, and after-sales services of ‘Surya Nutan,’ an innovative indoor solar cooking system designed and patented by IndianOil. The initiative will be supported by carbon finance.
