Industrial belts in Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu are becoming hotspots for captive solar. The drivers vary from steep tariffs and policy incentives to strong ESG commitments by export-oriented businesses, but the result is the same: a distributed solar network powering India’s industrial economy.

International Finance Corp. (IFC) has committed INR 4.6 billion (around $55 million) in long-term financing to IndiGrid to support the deployment of a 180 MW/360 MWh standalone battery energy storage system project in Gujarat.

A scientist in Turkey has simulated eight PV-supported hybrid atmospheric water harvesting systems and compared their performances. They were all considered to operate with R1233zd(E), R1234yf, and R600a, as well as R32 refrigerants. The required PV system size was as low as 20 m2.

Enfinity Global has secured a $245 million credit facility expansion to fund development, construction, and operation of its 22 GW solar and energy storage pipeline across the United States.

India’s solar sector faces rising module costs due to recent developments, including the imposition of anti-dumping duties on solar glass and China’s reduction in export rebates on solar modules, impacting project viability. These shifts underline the delicate balance between promoting local manufacturing, pursuing geopolitical strategies, and navigating the economic realities of global trade.

Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd commissioned 752 MW of solar projects in the first quarter of FY 2026 — its highest-ever quarterly addition.

Waaree Renewable Technologies has received a Letter of Award (LOA) for the execution of a 21 MW AC (29.4 MW DC) ground-mounted solar power project under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0.

The second-life project represents the second largest deployment in North America, and the largest battery-powered microgrid.

Hindustan Power has secured a Letter of Award from SJVN Ltd to develop a 100 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar power project paired with a 200 MWh battery energy storage system.

SJVN Green Energy Ltd (SGEL) has commenced commercial operations of 100.25 MW under the 1,000 MW Bikaner Solar Power Project in Rajasthan.

The stake acquisition enhances AM Green’s upstream integration with Greenko, which runs over 10 GW of renewable and pumped storage assets and is building the world’s largest “Intelligent Energy Storage Cloud Platform.”

Solarium Green Energy Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, to jointly develop advanced solar-based heating technologies.

The amount covers nearly all the funding required to accelerate the development of John Cockerill’s hydrogen business, including the rollout of next-generation pressurized alkaline electrolyzer technologies and international expansion.

The partnership will explore scalable and cost-effective green hydrogen microgrid solutions by combining Toyota’s expertise in proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technology with Ohmium’s modular and high-efficiency PEM electrolyzer systems.

Adani New Industries Ltd (ANIL) has launched a 5 MW green hydrogen pilot plant in Kutch, Gujarat. Powered entirely by solar energy and backed by battery storage, the plant runs fully off-grid, marking a new step in decentralized, renewable hydrogen production.

Hindustan Zinc Ltd’s silver segment has emerged as a key earnings pillar with global silver supply under pressure and rising industrial demand—particularly from photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturing.

A new report by SBICAPS anticipates that the incentive cut under the second phase of the viability gap funding (VGF) scheme for standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) could lead to a tariff increase of around 10%. However, it adds, this increase is manageable and could be absorbed in the coming months as capex costs continue to decline.

The Chinese manufacturer said the result was confirmed by TÜV Rheinland. It was achieved through a sunken pyramid structure that reportedly achieves selective-texture on the non-electrode area of rear-side and a zebra-crossing passivation contact structure that is said to ensure excellent passivation.

Oswal Energies Ltd has received the first 1 MW electrolyser stack from Greenzo Energy India Ltd, marking the operational launch of its INR 320 crore green hydrogen project.

WorldOne Energies has announced plans to establish a 1 GW solar module manufacturing facility in Ontario, Canada, marking a major step in its global expansion beyond India. The facility will produce TOPCon bifacial modules and cater to the North American market.

Researchers in India say that photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems offer greater performance stability than conventional PV systems in hot climates. Using irradiance and temperature data, the team applied a Random Forest model that predicted efficiency classes with 97% accuracy.

India is home to one of the largest markets for two- and three-wheelers globally, and these segments play a crucial role in urban mobility, last-mile delivery, and short-distance logistics. However, current electric variants often face challenges related to weight, range, and cost—all of which cell-to-pack (CTP) technology addresses directly. 

State-run hydropower company THDC India Ltd (THDCIL) has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) for the supply of 184.08 MW of clean power from India’s first variable-speed pumped storage project at Tehri, Uttarakhand.

Given the demand and the unavailability of Lithium, Nickel, Cobalt, Manganese, and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sufficient quantities, as a nation, we may be staring at a scenario we had with crude.

Acme Solar Holdings has emerged as the winning bidder for 275 MW/550 MWh of standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) across two projects in Andhra Pradesh.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, reports that FOB China wafer prices remained stable this week amid weak demand and low production. It says manufacturers continue to face margin pressure despite seasonal hydropower cost relief and traceability documentation premiums.

China’s polysilicon output hit 3.25 million metric tons (MT) in 2024, driving global prices below $4.50/kg, says Bernreuter Research. The Germany-based market analytics firm warns the market could swing to a shortage by 2028 if capacity cuts overshoot.

The shift from transactional rewards to eco-conscious loyalty programs isn’t just a trend; it’s the future. By integrating renewable energy, sustainable practices, and environmental responsibility into loyalty structures, brands can drive engagement, create meaningful connections, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Without resilient, responsive, and renewable-ready transformer networks, India’s decarbonization goals risk being destabilized by the very variability they aim to harness.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, reports that US-assembled modules with imported cells continue to be heard between $0.26/W and $0.33/W, while modules with domestic content – which are still limited to just a handful of producers – are generally quoted between $0.4/W and $0.5/W.