Premier Energies Signs JVs For Solar Wafer Manufacturing, Aluminium Frames Updated On Mon, May 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy Premier Energies, an integrated solar cell and module manufacturer, has signed a 74:26 joint venture agreement with Taiwan-based Sino-American Silicon Products Inc. (SAS) for solar wafer manufacturing. Sino-American Silicon Products Inc. (SAS) subsidiary, GlobalWafers Co. Ltd., is claimed to be the world’s third-largest manufacturer of semiconductor silicon wafers with expertise in the research, development, and […] Read more
Gautam Solar Secures UL Certification for N-Type TOPCon Modules Updated On Thu, May 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian solar module manufacturer Gautam Solar has received UL Listing and Certification for its N-Type TOPCon solar modules in the United States (US) and Canada. This certification confirms full compliance with electrical codes and safety standards across North America and covers modules ranging from 560Wp to 600Wp (144 cells). The UL Listing enhances Gautam Solar’s […] 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
China Solar Prices Stay Under Pressure With Weekly Drop In Wafer Prices Updated On Tue, May 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy Production cuts and efforts to coordinate price action among key manufacturers failed to work as silicon solar wafer prices suffered their sharpest weekly fall in China this past week. The drops mean that the eventual prices of modules will continue to be under pressure for now, despite repeated urging by top industry players in China […] Read more
Gujarat Aims To Formulate Norms For Solar Waste Recycling Updated On Tue, May 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Gujarat Energy Development Agency (GEDA) has invited bids from research organizations to conduct a comprehensive study on recovering valuable materials from solar and electronic waste, as part of a broader plan to develop formal norms for solar waste recycling in the state. It is noteworthy that Gujarat is home to the largest number of […] Read more
India’s Solar Boom Is Unique On the Global Stage: Vinay Rustagi Updated On Mon, May 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy Let’s start with a light question. How did you enter the solar industry? After completing my MBA, I specialized in finance and worked in various banks, focusing on project finance for large-scale projects in sectors like telecom, oil and gas, and transport. In 2011, after returning to India from the UK, I took on the […] Read more
Kosol Energie Plans Lab To Test Long Durability Of Modules Updated On Fri, May 9th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian solar manufacturer Kosol Energie has now planned a dedicated lab to test the durability and reliability of solar modules. The top management of the firm told Saur Energy about their steps towards boosting research and development on solar modules. Nitin Sangle, CEO of Sunray Solar, the solar vertical of Kosol Energie said the lab […] Read more
Jindal Poly Films To Acquire Stake In Solar Film Maker Enerlite Updated On Thu, May 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Jindal Poly Films Ltd (JPL) will acquire full ownership of Enerlite Solar Films India, a manufacturer of encapsulation films used in photovoltaic (PV) modules, the company said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. JPL, which currently holds a 33.05% stake in Enerlite, said the firm would become a wholly owned subsidiary following the transaction. The […] Read more
Knack Energy Eyes Solar Cell Production, Module Expansion Updated On Thu, May 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Ahmedabad-based cleantech company Knack Energy is now aiming to diversify its product offerings besides augmenting its solar module production capabilities. The top management of the firm in an interview with Saur Energy, talked about their diversification plans and future roadmap up to 2027. Ravi Patel, Director of the firm, told Saur Energy that the firm, […] Read more