ACME Solar secures INR 2,491 crore long-term refinancing facility
ACME Solar Holdings has refinanced its 490 MW of operational renewable energy projects in Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan and Punjab with long-term debt facility from SBI and REC.
Empowering rural communities: The impact of solar cooking solutions
Solar cooking solutions are not just technological advancements but transformative tools for sustainability, health, and economic empowerment
Indian heavy industries present 20 GW open access solar opportunity
A new report by Ember finds that steel, cement, and aluminium industries can profitably integrate 20 GW of solar power to run their operations.
US solar module prices rise as market absorbs tariffs
US solar module prices rose in December 2024 for the first time since last summer, driven by tariff adjustments and patent litigation uncertainty, according to Anza. While prices have since stabilized, module type, cell origin, and geopolitical factors continue to shape the market.
ONGC NTPC Green completes acquisition of Ayana Renewable Power
ONGC NTPC Green has completed the acquisition of 100% equity stake in Ayana Renewable Power, a renewable energy platform with a portfolio of around 4,112 MW in India.
Solar module, cell, wafer prices to rise in Q2 2025, says TrendForce
TrendForce says solar module, cell, and wafer prices will rise in the second quarter as China accelerates installations ahead of looming regulatory changes. It notes that prices are expected to decline in the third quarter as demand eases.
Are robots coming for solar installer jobs?
Robots on solar sites are not new; they have been deployed to automate everything from operations and maintenance to inspection and cleaning. In recent months, there has been an uptick in interest in robots for installation, particularly among utility-scale solar developers dealing with staff shortages, safety concerns, rising costs, and pressure to build.
India’s municipal green bonds market could mobilise up to $2.5 billion with right reforms: CEEW Green Finance Centre
A report by the CEEW Green Finance Centre (CEEW-GFC) says 60% of municipal bonds by value issued so far could have been labelled green but were not, missing cost-saving and investor opportunities. It recommends targeted reforms and structured support to help municipalities access climate finance at scale.
Renewable energy sector in 2025 and beyond
Governments worldwide are enacting policies that encourage investment in green technologies. As businesses recognise the long-term benefits of transitioning to renewable sources, private capital is increasingly flowing into innovative projects that promise sustainable returns.
AMPIN Energy Transition secures equity investment of $50 million from Siemens
AMPIN Energy Transition has secured an investment of $50 million from Siemens Financial Services, the financing arm of Siemens AG, to scale its renewable energy portfolio in India.
