CPCB Asks Module Makers To Ensure ‘Taking-Back’ Solar Waste Updated On Wed, Jun 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released draft guidelines for the storage and handling of solar waste. The proposed framework falls under the provisions of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, and aims to regulate solar waste in a manner that safeguards human health and the environment. The government, earlier, had categorised ‘solar waste’ under […] Read more
MNRE Clarifies ALMM Exemptions for Net Metering & Captive Use Updated On Mon, May 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a latest clarification regarding the scope of exemptions under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for various types of solar power projects. In an office memorandum, the ministry responded to two key queries related to the applicability of ALMM for Net-Billing, Virtual Net […] Read more
MNRE Releases Final ALMM Format for Solar Cell Enlistment Updated On Thu, May 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued the final application form for the enlistment of solar cell manufacturers under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). This move follows MNRE’s recent announcement to bring solar cell makers under the purview of the ALMM framework. According to the ministry, the final application […] Read more
Fraunhofer’s Contactless Method To Gauge Solar Cell Efficiency Updated On Tue, May 6th, 2025 by Saurenergy Fraunhofer Institute Research scientists for Solar Energy Systems ISE havedeveloped a measurement method to determine the performance of back-contacted solar cells without contact in the production line. Measuring the current-voltage characteristic curve is the most important test in solar cell quality control. Eliminating physical contact with the solar cell saves time and thus allows significantly […] Read more
SECI Issues Bids For Procuring 260 MWp Solar Modules Updated On Tue, Apr 29th, 2025 by Saurenergy Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has floated a tender for the procurement of domestically manufactured solar modules with a capacity of 260 Wp. These solar solar modules are destined for projects in Badnawar, Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh. The tender mandates the use of domestically produced solar cells. Bids are open until May 20, […] Read more
Icon Solar Picks Odisha For Solar Cell Plant, Eyes Module Expansion Updated On Mon, Apr 28th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian solar module manufacturer Icon Solar has picked Odisha for its proposed 2 GW solar cell plant. The company is now optimistic about commissioning its solar cell line in the next 14 months. The top management of the firm, in an exclusive conversation with Saur Energy, explained their next course of action. Shakti Dubey, Director […] Read more
Can Make In India Hurt? DCR Shortages Offer An Unhappy Picture Updated On Fri, Apr 25th, 2025 by Saurenergy One of the biggest success stories of the Modi government has been the capacity additions in renewable energy, particularly solar energy. From less than 3 GW in 2014, solar capacity today is over 107 GW. Similarly, solar manufacturing capacity has grown from small, sub-GW levels to over 80 GW in Modules, and 25 GW in […] Read more
Premier Energies, RENA Team Up on N-Type, Tandem Solar Tech Updated On Tue, Apr 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy Premier Energies and Germany’s RENA Technologies GmbH have entered into a technology partnership focused on process innovation for N-Type solar cells and the development of wet chemistry for next-generation tandem solar cell technologies. Premier Energies, an integrated solar cell and module manufacturer, in collaboration with Germany-based RENA Technologies GmbH, combines Premier Energies’ large-scale manufacturing capabilities […] Read more
Jupiter Secures ₹500cr Investment From ValueQuest SCALE Fund Updated On Mon, Apr 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy Jupiter International Limited, a manufacturer of photovoltaic solar cells and provider of end-to-end solar power solutions, announced today that it has secured a ₹500 crore (approximately $60 million) investment from ValueQuest SCALE Fund and its affiliates. This marks ValueQuest’s second investment in the company. Jupiter currently operates a 1 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in […] Read more
