Malaysian researchers claim reflectors for PV modules are feasible
The research team tested a PV system prototype with a mirror reflector and found it could be economically feasible “under Malaysian climatic conditions.” Their analysis was based on the cost-effectiveness factor (FCE), which is a parameter that must be considered when designing an enhancer such as a reflector or a cooling technology in PV systems.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches residential rooftop solar scheme for free electricity
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana offers a subsidy of INR 30,000 ($361) per kW up to 2 kW for residential rooftop solar systems, and INR 18,000 per kW for additional capacity up to 3 kW. The total subsidy for systems larger than 3 kW is capped at INR 78,000.
The Hydrogen Stream: ACME, Avaada begin work on green hydrogen and ammonia projects in the Indian state of Odisha
Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, laid the foundation stone for Acme Cleantech’s 1.1 mmtpa green ammonia plant and Avaada Green’s 0.5 mtpa green hydrogen/ammonia facility at Gopalpur Industrial Park.
Cleantech Solar commissions 24 MWp off-site PV projects in Maharashtra
The solar projects will supply power to customers across automotive, pharmaceutical, cement, industrial equipment, and chemical sectors.
5 ways to recycle Li-ion batteries
Recycling end-of-life lithium-ion batteries can help address the problem of material scarcity by reducing dependence on lithium mining by 25%, and cobalt by 35%. It would also ensure the local availability of recycled critical materials. Here’s a look at the different ways to recycle batteries.
Nxtra to procure 140 GWh of renewable energy for its data centres
AmpIn Energy and Amplus Energy will set up solar and wind power plants of 48 MW DC and 24.3 MW, respectively, for consumption by Nxtra’s data centres in Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha.
Tata Power Renewable Energy signs PDA with Tata Communications for 18.75 MW AC solar plant
Tata Power Renewable Energy will develop an 18.75 MW AC solar plant for consumption by Tata Communications.
Adani Green begins generation from the world’s largest renewable energy park
Adani Green Energy Ltd has operationalized the first 551 MW solar capacity of the planned 30 GW renewable energy park at Khavda, Gujarat, by supplying power to the national grid.
Global electrolyzer manufacturing capacity could outpace demand by 2030
According to a recent report by Clean Energy Associates, China, North America and Europe will reflect some 93% of the electrolyzer capacity global market share.
Saudi Arabia reveals bidders for 3.7 GW solar tender
Saudi Power Procurement Co. (SPPC) has announced the selected bidders for the the fifth round of the Saudi Arabian government’s renewable energy tender program.
