India’s renewable energy storage capacity to surge 6 GW by fiscal 2028
Ratings agency Crisil expects India’s renewable energy (RE) storage capacity to surge 6 GW by fiscal 2028 driven by a healthy pipeline and government push towards renewables boosting adoption.
KAUST reveals details of 33.7%-efficient perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell
In a new scientific paper, researchers from the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia presented the 33.7%-efficient perovskite-silicon tandem solar cell announced in May last year. They explained the device is based on a perovskite additive known as tetrahydrotriazinium that reportedly enhances the phase stability of the perovskite film under heat and light conditions.
Distributed or utility-scale solar?
The choice between distributed and utility-scale solar often comes down to balancing these benefits based on the specific context, goals, and constraints of a project or region. In the Indian context, a balanced approach that leverages the strengths of both models is essential.
The Hydrogen Stream: Advait signs alkaline electrolyzer deal with China’s Guofu Hydrogen
Advait Infratech has signed a technology licensing agreement to gain access to Guofu Hydrogen Energy’s technology for alkaline electrolyzer production.
Tata Power signs MoU for 2.8 GW pumped hydro storage in Maharashtra
Tata Power has signed an agreement with the state government of Maharashtra to develop two large pumped hydro storage projects with a combined capacity of 2.8 GW in the state.
US tariffs on solar cells remain, volume increases
The administration of US Presiden Joe Biden has issued a proclamation stating that the tariff rate quota of 14.25% on solar cells will remain, but the volume will increase from 5 GW to 12.5 GW.
Waaree Energies secures 90 MW solar module contract for Juniper Green’s Bikaner project
Waaree Energies will supply 90 MW of its 540Wp/545Wp dual-glass modules for Juniper Green’s project in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan.
Vikram Solar unveils 20-busbar bifacial heterojunction module
Vikram Solar has unveiled the Suryava bifacial heterojunction (HJT) module with efficiency level exceeding 23%. The module is built with 20-busbar, G12 solar cells.
Uttar Pradesh launches 1.2 GWh battery storage tender
Uttar Pradesh Power Corp. Ltd (UPPCL) has invited bids from developers to set up 1,200 MWh (300 MW x 4 hours) of standalone battery energy storage systems for on-demand use during peak and off-peak hours. It will enter into a battery energy storage purchase agreement with the successful developers.
Near $1 billion solar cell factory announced in New Mexico
Ebon Solar will invest $942 million in a solar cell manufacturing facility, bringing over 900 jobs.
