Scientists build bifacial CIS solar cell with record efficiency, power density
Researchers in South Korea have demonstrated a lower temperature process for bifacial copper, indium, selenium (CuInSe₂) solar cells with a rear-side efficiency of 8.44% and 15.30% on the front. The device has been developed for applications in tandem solar cells.
ReNew reports 13-fold jump in Q1 net profit
ReNew Energy Global has reported a net profit of INR 5,131 million for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q1 FY26), marking a 13-fold increase from INR 394 million in Q1 FY25. A significant portion of the profit—INR 3,562 million—was contributed by external sales from the company’s solar module and cell manufacturing business.
Redefining Smart Cities: The transformative role of solar energy in urban grid evolution
The economics of solar have evolved significantly. With declining panel costs and robust government support—through schemes like the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and PM-KUSUM—solar is now a financially viable solution for municipalities and citizens alike.
JinkoSolar presents 475 W TOPCon dual-glass solar panel with 23.77% efficiency
The Chinese manufacturer said its new IEC 61215-certified rooftop PV module relies on a 30 mm aluminum frame and dual-glass construction that reportedly help it withstand extreme snow loads and wind pressure.
InSolare Energy-SCC Infrastructure consortium wins 70,000 MT green ammonia project under SECI’s SIGHT Scheme
With this project addition, InSolare has become the only company in India to secure production-linked incentive (PLI) allocations under the SIGHT Scheme for indigenous electrolyser manufacturing, green hydrogen, and green ammonia production.
L&T and Japan’s ITOCHU partner for 300 ktpa green ammonia project
L&T Energy GreenTech has signed an agreement with Japan’s Itochu Corp. for joint development of a 300 ktpa (kilotonnes per annum) green ammonia project at Kandla in Gujarat. Itochu will offtake the green ammonia from the project for bunkering applications in Singapore.
Onix Renewable wins 50,000 tpa green ammonia in SECI’s latest auction
Onix Renewable Ltd emerged as the winning bidder for production and supply of 50,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually in SECI’s latest auction under SIGHT Scheme.
Solar cell, wafer exports from China rise as panel exports fall
Ember Energy says China’s solar export market is shifting as more diverse global supply chains drive higher cell and wafer shipments, lifting combined solar product capacity 11% this year despite lower panel exports.
Thermax partners with Norway’s HydrogenPro on alkaline water electrolysis solution for large-scale hydrogen projects
Thermax has entered into an agreement with Norway-based HydrogenPro ASA (HydrogenPro) to supply, install, commission, and provide after-sales services for alkaline electrolyser systems based on HydrogenPro’s technology.
IFC loans $250 million for Oman polysilicon project
The investment package features a $200 million loan for the implementation of the project and a $50 million preferred equity investment. The approval is said to have been opposed by several members of IFC’s board of executive directors.
