Policy Focus on Domestic Manufacturing Positive for Indian Solar OEMs: ICRA Updated On Thu, Jun 25th, 2020 by Saurenergy With an aim to support domestic module manufacturers, government’s focus recently increased on the initiatives like ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan’ and ‘Make in India’. Now, in line with this, the government has formulated various schemes in past one year including the Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) Scheme which envisages installation of 12 GW solar power capacities […] Read more
5 Reasons Solar Customers Await 2025 With Some Trepidation Updated On Fri, Dec 6th, 2024 by Saurenergy 2024 is set to go down as the best year on record for solar in India, with total capacity additions set to cross a record 22 GW during the year. For the financial year (April to March) as well, capacity additions could be even higher, possibly touching 24 GW or more. But behind the record […] Read more
Alpex Solar Aims At Higher Backward Integration Updated On Thu, Dec 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy Public-listed company Alpex Solar is set to strengthen its backward integration strategy. The solar module manufacturer, which began its journey 18 years ago, is now preparing for significant expansion. Currently boasting a solar module manufacturing capacity of 900 MW, Alpex plans to diversify into solar cell manufacturing, aluminum frame production and expand as an Independent […] Read more
Trinasolar Announces 26.58% Efficiency For Its TOPCon Cells Updated On Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy Global solar cell makers – Trinasolar has announced that its industrial, larger-area 350.4 cm² n-type bifacial TOPCon solar cells achieved 26.58% efficiency, setting a new record for large-area industrial TOPCon solar cells. This achievement has been certified by the Institute for Solar Energy Research in Hamelin (ISFH CalTeC), Germany. This marks the 28th time Trinasolar […] Read more
COVER STORY: India Eyes Historic Rise Of Solar Cell Manufacturers Updated On Thu, Nov 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy So far, 2024 has been a remarkable year for the Indian solar industry. Not only has it met expectations so far in terms of capacity additions, it has also delivered a huge fillip to the rooftop solar sector, thanks to PM Surya Ghar and new momentum in promising schemes like PM-KUSUM, besides record additions in […] Read more
5 Challenges That Can Increase Solar Module Costs In India Updated On Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Indian solar module manufacturing sector, once heavily reliant on Chinese imports for solar modules and cells, is gradually moving toward self-reliance. However, this transition brings its own set of hurdles, which could lead to increased costs for solar panels and project development, potentially pushing solar tariffs higher in the coming years. 1. Reduced Export […] Read more
ReNew Foresees A Dip In Solar Cell Capacity With ALCM Updated On Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy NASDAQ-listed solar module manufacturer ReNew expects a significant shortfall in cell capacity in India with the imposition of the proposed Approved List of Cell Manufacturers (ALCM). The company in its latest investors presentation anticipated a transition in the Indian solar cell market with the introduction of ALCM. The company said that the proposed decision of […] Read more
Are Indian Solar Module Makers Ready for ALMM For Solar Cells? Updated On Tue, Nov 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in October 2024 released a draft proposal to include domestic solar cell production under its Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), inviting responses from industry stakeholders. Soon after the announcement, a number of Indian module makers have announced starting new solar cell lines. However, this […] Read more
How Carbon Market Boost At COP29 Can Bolster Indian RE Sector? Updated On Tue, Nov 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy After a long wait, global leaders have approved the standards for an international carbon market at the latest COP20 at Baku in Ajerbaijan. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) announced this significant development in an official release. The new UN-backed global carbon credit market is set to pave the way for increased […] Read more
