AMPIN Energy commissions first phase of its 75 MWp C&I solar plant in Haryana
AMPIN Energy Transition has commissioned the first phase (30 MWp) of its 75 MWp commercial and industrial solar plant in Sirsa district of Haryana—marking the company’s first solar open access project in the state.
ENGIE secures 100 MW solar PPA with SECI
ENGIE has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) for a 100 MW solar PV project in Barmer, Rajasthan. Located in one of India’s highest solar irradiance zones, the Barmer project is set for commissioning in 2027.
EV battery safety risks and manufacturing challenges
As most imported battery cells are not designed for India’s conditions, localization of battery design and strict adherence to AIS-156 and BIS safety standards is absolutely critical.
Solar power during monsoons: Busting the myth
Solar panels typically experience only a 10-20% reduction in output during monsoons, not a complete shutdown. The reason is simple: modern panels efficiently capture diffused light, converting scattered sunlight even on cloudy days.
Saatvik Green launches on-grid inverters for residential and C&I solar projects
Saatvik Green Energy has launched the UDAY Series on-grid solar inverters. The series includes single-phase inverters (1.1 kW–6 kW) for residential and small commercial rooftops and three-phase inverters (6 kW–50 kW) for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Silver prices surge, yet ‘thrifting’ poses little threat to solar cell, module quality
With silver prices nearing $50 per ounce, researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) tell pv magazine that efforts to reduce silver use in solar cells will not compromise module quality if properly engineered.
IEA says cost of capital for solar remains high in Southeast Asia
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says the cost of capital for solar remains higher in Southeast Asian countries than it does in other emerging and developing economies.
IEA lowers 2025-30 forecast for global solar growth
The International Energy Agency (IEA) cut its 2025–30 renewables forecast by 5%, citing lower solar additions, though PV still represents nearly 80% of 4.6 TW expected growth.
Bondada Engineering commissions 78.3 MW solar projects across India
Bondada Engineering Ltd (BEL) has announced the commissioning of 78.3 MW of solar power projects for leading private-sector power producers including NLC, Paradigm IT, and Mahagenco, across multiple locations in Hingoli, Dhule, and Pathardi (Maharashtra), Neyveli (Tamil Nadu), and Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh), as on September 30, 2025.
Avaada Group signs INR 36,000 crore MoU with Gujarat govt to set up 5 GW solar, 1 GW wind, 5 GWh BESS projects
Avaada Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Gujarat to establish 5 GW of solar power projects, 1 GW wind power project and 5 GWh of battery energy storage system projects with a total investment of INR 36,000 crore.
