India hits solar module manufacturing capacity of 63 GW
India has reached a solar PV module manufacturing capacity of around 63 GW per annum as per the Approved List of Models & Manufacturers (ALMM) published by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
U.S. solar cell manufacturing begins, with sights set on supply chain gap
According to the U.S. Solar Market Insight Q4 2024 report, domestic module manufacturing will be able to keep up with the rapid pace of growth in the U.S. solar industry, and cell production is ramping up.
Mercedes-Benz testing new solar paint
Mercedes-Benz said it is now evaluating a 20%-efficient, non-silicon photovoltaic coating that is significantly cheaper than conventional solar modules.
Waaree Energies secures NABL accreditation for advanced testing lab
Waaree Energies Ltd has secured NABL accreditation for the PV Module Test Lab (PMTL) at its Chikhli module manufacturing facility in Gujarat, following the first achieved for its Thumb manufacturing facility.
Desalination system based on PVT-driven membrane distillation
Scientists have designed a PVT-driven direct contact membrane distillation system for off-grid applications. The system is intended for desalination purposes in remote areas.
How developing economies are leading the surge in solar power
Favorable government policies have played a crucial role in driving the adoption of solar energy in emerging economies. However, investment in grid modernisation and energy storage solutions is crucial to unlock the next level of sustainable solar integration in these economies.
Waaree wins as pv magazine Awards recognizes Indian solar manufacturing
Gujurat based Waaree Energies takes the Publisher’s Pick prize at the pv magazine Awards 2024 in recognition of the company’s impressive solar production capability and ambitious plans for the future. It is the first time an Indian PV company has received this award.
US sets antidumping duties for Southeast Asian solar cells
US trade officials have announced preliminary affirmative determinations for antidumping duties on crystalline solar cell imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. The tariffs range from 21.31% to 271.28% depending on the company and country.
Waaree Energies secures supply orders for 524 MWp of solar modules
Waaree Energies Ltd has secured domestic orders to supply a cumulative 524 MWp of n-type TOPCon bifacial solar modules.
Indian scientists develop 40%-efficient dye sensitized solar cell for indoor applications
An India-based research team has boosted the power conversion efficiency and stability of indoor dye-sensitized solar cells based on co-sensitized organic dyes. The best indoor PV devices achieved 40% efficiency under 4000 lux fluorescent lighting and 10.40% under standard AM 1.5G one sun illumination.
