Alpex Solar to double PV module capacity to 2.4 GW by FY 2026
Alpex Solar plans to double its PV module manufacturing capacity to 2.4 GW by FY 2026. The company is also exploring gigawatt-scale solar cell manufacturing.
Sunsure Energy secures debt finance for 75 MWp of open-access solar projects
Sunsure Energy has secured INR 226 crore ($27 million) long-term debt financing from Tata Capital Ltd to support its 75 MWp of open-access solar projects in Uttar Pradesh.
Global solar manufacturing reaches 1.2 TW, said Bloomberg NEF
In its 3Q 2024 global market outlook, Bloomberg forecast the world will install 592 GW in 2024, up one 33% from last year.
Japan’s Toyo Solar announces 2 GW panel factory in US
Toyo Solar has revealed plans to open a 2 GW solar panel factory in the United States and has filed to raise $100 million for a future tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell facility.
Jakson Engineers to invest $240 million for solar manufacturing
Jakson Engineers is setting up a 2.5 GW solar cell manufacturing plant and also expanding its existing module manufacturing facility to 2 GW with an investment of around INR 2,000 crore ($240 million).
Italian startup offers new bird-protection solution for rooftop PV
Italy-based Italgam has developed a new technology to prevent pigeons from nesting under rooftop solar panels. The EVO 2.0 solution uses brushes that fit between the backside of the panels and the roof.
India’s renewable energy sector faces leadership talent crisis, says WalkWater Talent study
A recent report by WalkWater Talent Advisors underscores a significant talent shortage in specialized roles such as project management, business development, and regulatory affairs within India’s renewable energy sector.
GUVNL launches 1.6 GWh battery storage tender
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) is accepting bids to set up standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS), connected with the State Grid, for an aggregate storage capacity of 800 MWh (400 MW x 2 hours). It may offer an additional 800 MWh (400 MW x2 hours) under green shoe option to successful bidders provided they match the lowest discovered price.
Oriana Power secures 52 MW solar project from BPCL
Oriana Power Ltd will execute a ground-mount solar project with a total capacity of 52 MW for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd. The project is scheduled for commissioning within six months.
Maxeon to offer warranty support for bankrupt SunPower
After closing its business, eligible SunPower customers will have their warranty supported by Maxeon.
