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Saatvik Green Energy secures INR 44.10 crore solar module order

Saatvik Solar Industries has received and accepted an order worth INR 44.10 crore for the supply of solar PV modules. The order is scheduled for execution by March 2026.
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Renewables’ share to reach 26% of total power generation by FY2026-end: Infomerics Ratings

Infomerics Ratings expects renewable energy (RE) to account for 26% of India’s total power generation by the end of FY2026, despite softer demand conditions.
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Global Energy Alliance announces $25 million Grids of the Future Accelerator platform

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet has launched the India Grids of the Future Accelerator platform to modernize power distribution, integrate renewable energy and storage, and prepare India’s grids for rapid demand growth.
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World’s largest solar-plus-storage project completes initial grid synchronization

The first phase of the MTerra solar project in the Philippines, set to be the world’s largest solar-plus-storage site once completed, has achieved initial synchronization and energization to the Luzon grid. Project developers are anticipating the proje...
Energy Storage

Maxvolt Energy partners IIT Roorkee to develop AI‑driven BMS for energy storage and electric mobility solutions

Maxvolt Energy, a Ghaziabad-based lithium battery pack manufacturer, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee to jointly develop an AI‑driven battery management system (AI‑BMS) for next‑ge...
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Fraunhofer ISE achieves 34.2% efficiency with III-V germanium PV module

Fraunhofer scientists have announced two efficiency records for III-V tandem modules. The team says its 34.2% efficiency III-V germanium PV module is the most efficient solar module in the world, while its 31.3% efficiency III-V silicon PV module is a re...
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ISA unveils global mission to help 120+ member countries fast-track AI-enabled clean energy

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) convened a high-level session at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 to advance global dialogue on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the clean energy transition.
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Guatemala PEG-5 tender draws 51 bidders for 4.7 GW of capacity

Guatemala’s Generation Expansion Plan 5 (PEG-5) tender has drawn 51 bids totaling nearly 4.7 GW – more than triple the 1.4 GW sought – with around 2 GW of solar projects, including hybrids with storage, competing for long-term supply contracts star...

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India’s 2030 battery gigafactory ambition: Strengths, bottlenecks and solutions

The number of operational battery gigafactories will increase significantly, with more than 30 manufacturing sites expected to be in operation by 2030, targeting a total production capacity exceeding 290 GWh. However, challenges such as raw material and skilled labor shortages, insufficient R&D investment, and a lack of long-term strategic planning remain.

India’s FY2027 budget shifts focus from renewable deployment to manufacturing, but execution challenges persist, says Wood Mackenzie

Clean energy spending rises 40% to $5 billion as government prioritises CCUS, domestic supply chains and strategic manufacturing. However, execution delays and underutilisation of allocated funds could limit the near-term impact, according to an analysis by Wood Mackenzie. 

India’s blueprint for sustainable solar success

By embedding quality benchmarks into procurement and manufacturing incentives, policymakers are ensuring that India’s energy transition is durable, not disposable. The focus has moved from rapid installation to long-term reliability — a sign of sectoral maturity.

GREW Solar raises INR 1,050 crore from overseas investors to fuel capacity expansion

GREW Solar has raised INR 1,050 crore in a new funding round led by Bay Capital Investment Ltd, with participation from two other institutional investors. The company said it will use a significant portion of the proceeds to expand the manufacturing capacity of its upcoming PV cell facility from 3 GW to 8 GW.

Advait Energy Transitions posts consolidated revenue of INR 486.33 crore for 9MFY26

Advait Energy Transitions Ltd has reported strong financial performance for the third quarter and first nine months of FY26, driven by execution momentum across its power transmission solutions and new & renewable energy businesses.

US government withdraws defense of solar tariff pause

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has withdrawn from defending the executive order that paused certain tariffs on imported solar components, leaving private industry groups and companies to continue the appeal. The withdrawal increases legal uncertainty over potential retroactive duties tied to imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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Adani commits $100 billion to renewables-powered AI-ready data centres 

Adani Group has announced an investment of $100 billion to develop renewable-energy-powered, hyperscale AI-ready data centre capacity in India by 2035.

AM Group commences development of 1 GW AI compute facility backed by round-the-clock renewables

AM Group has commenced development of its 1 GW AI and High-Performance Computing data center project in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The facility will be powered by firm and on-demand carbon-free energy at competitive tariffs enabled by renewable generation and pumped storage assets managed through an in-house intelligent cloud energy architecture.

Greenzo Energy, Lord’s Mark Industries to collaborate on 60 MW green hydrogen projects in Uttar Pradesh

Greenzo Energy India and Lord’s Mark Industries have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop around 60 MW of green hydrogen capacity, along with integrated solar rooftop projects coupled with battery energy storage systems.

ReNew Energy Q3 total income rises 48% year-on-year to INR 31.37 billion

The company also reported a 6.6-fold increase in net profit for the first nine months of FY2026.

The impact of land slope on agrivoltaics feasibility

Brazilian scientists have developed a slope-based framework for agrivoltaics, finding that sites below 15% gradient offer the best balance between agricultural suitability and technical feasibility. Their review of 30 studies shows that steeper terrain can host PV systems with adapted designs, land-use limits, erosion risks, and rising installation costs.

Saatvik Green Energy to acquire 49% stake in Intelligent Hydel Solutions

The move marks Saatvik’s entry into the independent power producer (IPP) segment with a 41 MW PPA-backed project in Maharashtra, advancing its transition from solar manufacturing and EPC to a fully integrated renewable energy platform.

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Advait Greenergy signs MoUs for green hydrogen technology, storage, and EPC

Advait Greenergy has partnered with electrolyser technology providers Switzerland-based CENMAT and US-based Power to Hydrogen Inc. (P2H2), India-based EPC firm JESCO Projects, and hydrogen storage specialist VJ Industries to support the development of green hydrogen projects in India.

The Hydrogen Stream: NTPC Green signs MoU with Assago Industries for green ammonia supply

NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Assago Industries for the supply of green ammonia, CO₂, renewable power, and other utilities to support the production of 1,000 tonnes per day (tpd) of green urea.

Why transformers are the unsung heroes of India’s green revolution

We are preparing for a future where transformers are dynamic energy hubs, stabilizing a grid that is constantly fluctuating between charging EVs and absorbing solar export.

Carbon steel pipes: The backbone of India’s expanding energy and infrastructure grid

The role of carbon steel pipes in India’s energy and infrastructure grid will continue to evolve alongside the country’s development priorities. As networks expand and operating conditions become more demanding, value will be defined not by capacity alone, but by lifecycle performance, reliability, and sustainability.

India curtailed 2.3 TWh of solar generation between May and Dec. 2025: Ember

The system operator regularly had to curtail solar generation as an emergency measure to maintain grid security, as other resources were already flexing to their maximum capabilities. Lost solar generation highlights the need for flexibility to grow at pace with solar capacity.

Pre-Budget 2026: Solar and storage industry calls for tax reforms, PLI expansion, and circular economy push

Ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget 2026–27, stakeholders across India’s solar and energy storage ecosystem have urged the government to focus on tax reforms, expansion of production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes with targeted allocations, faster viability gap funding (VGF) disbursements, additional funding for residential rooftop solar, improved access to long-term and affordable green finance, and a stronger push for circular economy initiatives and grid modernisation.

Manufacturing

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Comparing safety profiles of lithium-ion, sodium-ion and solid-state batteries

New research finds that battery safety rankings are not universal but highly dependent on application scenarios, and shows that LFP batteries can emit high levels of hydrogen fluoride, challenging their reputation as the “safest” chemistry.

Silver-saving efforts ramping up in solar industry, says Heraeus

Rising silver prices are putting pressure on solar manufacturers, prompting greater focus on copper and other alternatives to reduce costs. Heraeus says it expects silver demand from photovoltaics to decline this year despite stable global installations.

Powertrac to set up 1 GWh BESS factory

Gujarat-based Powertrac Group has announced an investment of INR 600 crore to establish a 1 GWh containerized battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturing facility. The facility will focus on lithium iron phosphate (LFP)-based battery pack assembly, along with in-house battery management system (BMS) development and integration.

Can sodium-ion beat Li-ion in portable power? Bluetti Pioneer Na gives it a try

The world of batteries needs alternative chemistries to skirt weaknesses with lithium-ion. Sodium-ion is a big hope, and in portable power, Bluetti’s new product shows promise, and limitations.

Longi builds 27.25%-efficient back-contact solar cells with high-resistivity wafers

High-resistivity silicon wafers offer superior efficiency potential but are highly sensitive to edge recombination and mechanical damage, limiting their commercial use compared to more robust standard wafers. Researchers from Longi and Sun Yat-sen University demonstrated that integrating in-situ edge passivation unlocks this potential, significantly boosting back-contact solar cell fill factor and efficiency.

Polysilicon transactions remain subdued amid buyer hesitancy

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

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SJVN Ltd’s 250 MW/500 MWh BESS tender yields a tariff of INR 1.97 lakh/MW/month

SJVN Ltd’s tender for setting up 250 MW/500 MWh of standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Haryana has discovered a tariff of INR 1.97 lakh/MW/month. Hardi Hydro Energy secured the full capacity at the quoted price.

Innovation Thru Energy brings ice-based thermal storage to India’s cold chain logistics sector

The IceBattery thermal energy storage system enables stable temperature control for perishable and sensitive cargo during rail and road transport without continuous power supply or diesel-powered refrigeration.

Advait Energy begins work on 50 MW/100 MWh BESS project for GUVNL

Advait Energy Transitions has commenced execution of a 50 MW/100 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project awarded by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL). It had secured the project under GUVNL’s Phase IV BESS tender on a build-own-operate (BOO) basis.

Advait Energy Transitions emerges L1 bidder for 150 MW/300 MWh standalone battery energy storage project from GUVNL

Advait Energy Transitions Ltd has emerged as the lowest bidder for a 150 MW/300 MWh capacity under Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd’s (GUVNL) tender for setting up 335 MW/670 MWh of standalone battery energy systems in Gujarat.

World’s first 628 Ah grid-scale battery enters operation

EVE Energy says a 200 MW/400 MWh battery energy storage project in China has entered operation, which it describes as the world’s first utility-scale deployment of 628 Ah lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells.

Amara Raja Energy & Mobility to set up US arm with $5 million investment

Amara Raja Energy & Mobility’s Board of Directors has approved the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in the US for strengthening the company’s customer servicing capabilities and facilitating global business expansion.

Opinion & Analysis

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UV testing, solar cell factory inspection now mandatory for Munich Re’s PV warranty insurance

The world’s largest reinsurer has recently introduced stricter requirements for PV warranty insurance to further de-risk insured PV parks and set a higher benchmark for industry wide reliability and production quality.

China TOPCon solar module prices ease after 4-week rally on silver pullback, holiday slowdown

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

Why corporate relations will define the green energy future

Green energy development today is being undertaken in a complex environment that is influenced by long-term capital commitments, changing regulation, and greater public and investor scrutiny. In this context, corporate relations is no longer restricted to disclosures, or media relations. It has become a strategic function that affects the way organisations are understood, evaluated and trusted over the course of time.

TOPCon cell prices rise for fourth week amid elevated silver costs and export rebate uncertainty

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

EV Financing 2.0: Building the Financial Backbone of India’s Green Mobility Ecosystem

As the country accelerates towards a greener future, the focus is rapidly shifting to financing the entire electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, spanning charging infrastructure, batteries, fleet operations, and clean energy integration. This transition marks the emergence of EV Financing 2.0: a more holistic approach that goes beyond point-of-sale lending to enable sustainable, scalable, and economically viable green mobility.

Electrolyser selection and balance-of-plant engineering for renewable integrated hydrogen projects 

Green hydrogen will scale not through isolated technology breakthroughs, but through disciplined engineering execution. Projects that embed electrolysers within robust, flexible, and future-ready Balance-of-Plant architectures will define the next phase of industrial decarbonisation and renewable energy integration worldwide.

Press Releases

Shweta Solar signals structural shift powering India’s next Solar Growth Phase

Rapid rooftop expansion of solar and rising customer expectations are reshaping demand across all the residential, commercial as well as industrial segments.

Technip Energies India MD Davendra Kumar honoured with ‘Business Leader of the Year – Engineering Services’ award 

Technip Energies India's Managing Director Davendra Kumar has been conferred the Business Leader of the Year – Engineering Services award at the CHEMTECH Leadership & Excellence Awards 2026.  

India can advance clean cooking at a lower cost through biogas and electric stoves 

The report, India’s Clean Cooking Shift: Scaling Non-Fossil Fuel Solutions by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), finds that non-fossil options—particularly decentralized biogas and electric cooking—can work at scale if supported by finance, services, and targeted regulations.   

WattPower And SNS Corporation Host Seminar In Jodhpur To Strengthen PM-KUSUM Project Execution

WattPower, a prominent provider of renewable energy solutions, in collaboration with SNS Corporation, hosted a seminar titled “Inverter Selection, System Design & Financial Viability” in Jodhpur. The session brought together EPC contractors, solar developers, banking representatives, and insurance professionals to discuss key considerations for the effective implementation of projects under the Government of India’s PM-KUSUM scheme.