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Imec has successfully integrated silicon heterojunction PV cells into curved surfaces, resulting in a 6% efficiency increase compared to passivated emitter and rear contact (PERC) half cells. The cells are suitable for applications in vehicle-integrated and building-integrated PV (BIPV).

Hanwha Qcells has closed its 3.5 GW solar factory in South Korea as part of plans to optimize its PV module production capabilities amid a stagnant domestic solar market.

Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd will build the 100 MW solar project at Galiveedu for self-consumption.

Sterlite Power has secured a transmission project for the evacuation of power from Rajasthan Renewable Energy Zone Phase-IV.

Jakson Green has set up an office in Dubai as it looks to increase its presence in sustainable energy solutions across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The company said its Dubai office will help it foster closer collaborations with partners and clients in the region.

Siemens Ltd has announced a  revenue of INR 5,297 crore and net profit (profit after tax) of INR 534 crore in the fourth quarter of financial year 2023 ended September 30, 2023. 

Scientists in India have developed a 500 W seven-level inverter prototype based on switched capacitors. The device is reportedly able to achieve a high efficiency despite switching, conduction, and capacitor voltage ripple losses.

BloombergNEF says historically low module prices will drive the global solar industry to record installations in 2023.

Airtouch Solar will supply and install water-free robotic cleaning systems for Adani Green Energy’s 150 MW solar plant in India. This is the second agreement between the parties within a span of four months.

Waaree Technologies plans 5 GWh battery cell production capacity leveraging 3DBattery’s lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery technology.