Curtailing solar photovoltaics is here to stay, overbuilding PV will become normal
As the penetration of variable renewable energy increases, curtailment of solar PV generation will only increase. Since curtailment will almost always be cheaper than investing in new transmission capacity or new grid-scale storage, curtailed energy should be rewarded, so that PV investment decisions can include curtailment as one of the flexibility options for grid operators.
Ladakh plans livestock grazing-friendly solar plant
Ladakh administration has directed Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) to initiate modalities for a livestock grazing-friendly pilot solar project in the Pang area of Ladakh.
Adani solar power contracts can’t be scrapped without proof: Andhra chief minister
Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the state government can’t scrap power offtake contracts unless concrete proof is available.
Solidus Techno breaks ground on 50 MWp solar project in Punjab
Work has begun on a 50 MWp ground-mount solar project in Punjab. The project is being developed by Bluesky NRG and executed by Solidus Techno Power as the EPC partner.
India’s green transition: Key workforce trends in renewable energy
The demand for renewable energy project managers, battery storage specialists, and wind energy technicians is set to grow significantly in 2025. Additionally, positions in solar plant operations, maintenance, and technical roles will remain highly sought after.
Saudi Arabia announces prequalified bidders for 2 GW/8 GWh battery storage tender
The Saudi Power Procurement Company has announced its list of 33 prequalified biders for its massive 2 GW/8 GWh BESS tender.
The evolving landscape of solar manufacturing
Countries worldwide are increasingly implementing customs duties as a strategy to curb imports, protect local industries, and promote domestic growth. These sanctions are only expected to increase further as China continues to dominate the solar manufacturing space.
2024 solar snapshot and the road ahead
A snapshot of the milestones reached in Indian solar manufacturing and power project installations, anticipations, and more…
Top 5 most-read solar stories of 2024
As we enter the new year, look back at 2024’s top 5 most read stories on pv magazine India platform.
JSW Energy acquires O2 Power
JSW Energy Ltd has acquired O2 Power, a 4.7 GW renewable energy platform, at an enterprise value of INR 12,468 crore ($1.47 billion).
