⚡ Quick Read What happened: Ceigall Green Energy MP Ltd has signed 15 PPAs with MPPMCL for 130 MW of solar capacity under the Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder Yojana at a tariff of INR 2.85/kWh. Why it matters: The project represents a significant EPC opportunity valued at INR 572 crore with a clear 12-month execution…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: Researchers at UFSC validated that 23-year-old polycrystalline solar modules retain 87-88% of original power with stable annual degradation rates of approximately 0.44%. Why it matters: While technically viable, the economic case for second-life modules remains challenging as new, high-efficiency panel prices continue to decline. Watch: Future developments in circular economy…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: Plug-in solar systems, ranging from 400W to 1200W, are gaining traction in the US, with market prices currently around $1.58-$1.60/W compared to $0.65/W in mature European markets like Germany. Why it matters: This emerging segment offers a low-barrier entry for renters and apartment dwellers, potentially creating a new distributed energy…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: India experienced significant solar irradiation deficits in 2025, with levels dropping 1% to 8% below long-term averages, and up to 10% along the west coast. Why it matters: Lower-than-expected solar radiation directly impacts the generation performance, revenue, and debt-servicing capability of utility-scale solar projects. Watch: Developers must reassess P90/P50 yield…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: NTPC Renewable Energy has commissioned 180 MW of solar capacity, completing the 500 MW Bhadla project in Rajasthan and adding to the 1,200 MW Khavda-II project in Gujarat. Why it matters: These additions push NTPC Group’s total installed capacity to 88,889 MW, signaling aggressive project execution timelines that impact supply…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: Tongwei Solar and Golden Solar (Quanzhou) have signed a strategic agreement to develop a mass-production facility for hybrid heterojunction back-contact (HBC) solar cells. Why it matters: The partnership combines Tongwei’s massive manufacturing scale with GS-Solar’s high-efficiency HBC technology, potentially lowering costs for next-generation solar modules. Watch: Future announcements regarding the…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: Premier Energies has commissioned a 5.6 GW G12 R TOPCon solar module manufacturing facility in Seetharampur, Telangana, bringing its total module capacity to 11.1 GW. Why it matters: The addition of high-efficiency TOPCon modules with zero-busbar architecture provides domestic EPCs and developers with a robust supply of advanced, high-yield components…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: Premier Energies has commenced trial production at its new 5.6 GW solar module facility in Seetharampur, Telangana, pushing its total capacity beyond 10 GW. Why it matters: The facility introduces G12R TOPCon modules with zero-busbar (0BB) architecture, offering EPCs and developers access to higher-efficiency, domestically manufactured components. Watch: Progress on…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: Saatvik Solar Industries has secured a supply order worth INR 638.26 crore for G12R TOPCon solar cells, to be executed by March 2027. Why it matters: The deal highlights the rapid industry transition toward high-efficiency TOPCon technology and strengthens Saatvik’s position as a key component supplier for module manufacturers. Watch:…
⚡ Quick Read What happened: India is transitioning to ‘Solar 2.0,’ a phase prioritizing high-efficiency n-type modules (TOPCon/HJT) and decentralized applications like PM Surya Ghar and agrivoltaics over mere capacity expansion. Why it matters: EPCs and developers must pivot from volume-based metrics to energy generation per square foot, utilizing advanced hardware to navigate urban space…