First Solar opens manufacturing plant in India
India’s first fully vertically integrated solar manufacturing plant will produce First Solar’s Series 7 solar PV modules developed at the company’s research centers in the U.S. The facility employs 1,000 workers.
Engie commits INR 17,200 crore investment in Gujarat
Engie will invest INR 17,200 crore towards the development of 2.5 GW of renewable energy projects by 2030 in Gujarat. It will also collaborate with the Gujarat government for decarbonization initiatives in the state.
Mahindra Susten receives ‘Water Positive Certification’ for operating solar portfolio
As per TUV India’s evaluation, Mahindra Susten’s operating renewable energy portfolio of more than 1.5 GW commands a score of 15 (Positive) on the Water Footprint Index implying that water recharged is 15 times over what was consumed.
Huasun’s 700W+ HJT solar modules receive BIS certification
Huasun’s Himalaya G12-132 HJT solar module provides a power output of 750 W and a conversion efficiency of 24.16%.
Reliance’ green energy giga complex will be ready for commissioning this year, Adani announces further investment in Gujarat
Reliance Industries and Adani Group, which have made big investments in creating an integrated renewable energy ecosystem in Gujarat, announced their further plans for the state at the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit.
Tata to start construction of 20 GWh lithium battery plant in Gujarat
Tata Group is about to start the construction of a 20 GWh lithium-ion battery plant in the Sanad city of Gujarat.
Apraava Energy secures 250 MW solar power project in Rajasthan
Apraava Energy has secured a 250 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS) connected solar energy project from National Hydroelectric Power Corp. (NHPC). The project, located in Rajasthan, will supply power under a 25-year power purchase agreement with NHPC.
Rain insufficient for removing tree pollen from solar panels
An analysis by NREL in North Carolina reveals that various types of tree pollen can reduce solar panel efficiency by over 15%. Unlike the immediate improvements assumed to follow heavy rain, recovery of performance post-pollen season is gradual. Manual cleaning post-rain can boost performance by 5% to 11%.
Global solar irradiance ‘relatively stable’ in 2023, says Solargis
With global irradiance above average in Australia, Southeast Asia and Europe, and stable in the United States, solar data provider Solargis says stakeholders should focus on the stability of power grids, while navigating solar financing complexities in developing economies and supply chain capacities in 2024.
SECI allocates 900 MW wind-solar hybrid power projects at average price of $0.038/kWh
NTPC Renewable Energy, Green Infra Wind Energy, and Juniper Green Energy have emerged winners in SECI’s 2 GW wind-solar hybrid tender. The three developers have been allocated a cumulative 900 MW capacity at an average price of INR 3.19 ($0.038)/kWh.
