NASA makes unusual discovery while testing perovskite solar cells in space
NASA has discovered that perovskite solar cells tested in space exhibit less degradation than reference devices tested on Earth. The agency acknowledged that it is uncertain about the specific factors in the space environment that contributed to the superior performance of the perovskite absorber film.
Gujarat tenders 1.6 GW of PV projects at Khavda Solar Park
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) has launched a tender to procure 800 MW of solar power from PV projects to be set up in Khavda Solar Park, with additional up to 800 MW under greenshoe option. Bidding closes on June 15.
Public-private partnerships: The path to sustainable transportation in India
By bringing together the private sector’s expertise and the public sector’s policy support, public-private partnerships can support the development of new technologies and solutions to improve the performance, efficiency, and affordability of electric vehicles (EVs).
Larsen & Toubro secures power transmission projects in Saudi Arabia, Gujarat
The Indian multinational EPC provider has secured power transmission lines and substations projects in Saudi Arabia and the domestic market.
Waaree Renewable profit soars by 522%
Waaree Renewable Technologies reported a revenue of INR 351 crore and a net profit of INR 55.3 crore in FY 2022-23.
Novel approach to PV-battery-electrolyzer-fuel cell systems
TU Delft scientists have proposed a new methodology for off-grid PV-battery-electrolyzer-fuel cell systems in remote areas.
Madhya Pradesh launches 13.8 GW pumped storage tender
Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Ltd has launched a tender to allot sites for developing a cumulative 13.8 GW of pumped hydro storage capacity in Madhya Pradesh. Interested developers must submit bids by July 4.
Falling wafer prices continue to make headway for downstream prices
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
NHPC secures 200 MW solar project in Gujarat
NHPC has secured a 200 MW solar project within Gujarat State Electricity Corp Ltd’s 600 MW solar park at Khavda in Gujarat.
REC eyes up to INR 3 lakh crore lending for renewables by 2030
The state-owned power finance company aims to meet 20% of the INR 15 lakh crore ($181.25 billion) financing requirement for India’s targeted 500 GW of installed RE (non-fossil fuel) capacity.
