Rethinking transformer design for the energy transition
With renewables’ share in power generation expected to grow significantly, there will also be a push in the demand for next-generation transformers that are capable of handling the intermittent nature of solar, wind, and other non-polluting sources of energy. The grid of the future demands not only more transformers but smarter, adaptive, and sustainable designs that can support India’s ambitious renewable targets and fast-rising power demand.
French startup launches cleaning robots for solar PV shade structures
Solar panel cleaning equipment company Objectif Drone has launched a new 7 kg dual-brush cleaning robot with a speed of 5 km/h made for small and medium-sized PV installations.
Jharkhand can emerge as a front-runner in India’s low-carbon transition
Jharkhand’s vast renewable energy potential, combined with its industrial base and critical mineral reserves, positions the state to emerge as a hub for low-carbon manufacturing, ranging from EVs, solar panels and battery energy storage systems (BESS) to green hydrogen production.
“Next year, the solar tracker market will be much larger”: GameChange Solar CEO
Vikas Bansal, President and CEO – International, GameChange Solar, expects that 55–60% of India’s new utility-scale solar capacity additions in FY 2027 will use trackers — a significant jump from the current 30–35% adoption rate.
The impact of dust on PV systems in arid coastal environments
A Saudi–Egyptian research team investigated the effects of four types of dust on photovoltaic panels in arid coastal environments, finding that power losses can reach up to 48%.
Waaree unveils 350 kW three-phase inverter for utility-scale solar projects
Waaree Energies has showcased its 350 kW three-phase string inverter for utility-scale solar projects. The inverter has six MPPT inputs, which allow total 30 strings of modules.
How to make India’s energy sector more cyber resilient
Amid looming threats from interconnected environments, emerging technologies, and siloed security practices, the energy sector needs a single source of truth. An exposure management platform delivers this, bringing IT and OT security into a unified ecosystem. It proactively identifies risks and stops them before they spiral out of control and stop operations.
Delta Electronics showcases 1.1 MW modular central inverter for large-scale PV plants
Delta Electronics has showcased its 1.1 MW modular central inverter designed, developed and produced in India. The inverter combines efficiency of up to 99.1%, modular design, and advanced communication and protection features.
Blueleaf Energy secures $75 million from BII to advance 2 GW of renewable energy projects
Blueleaf Energy has secured $75 million financing facility from British International Investment (BII) to accelerate development of nearly 2 GW of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage capacity in India.
Adani Green Q2 profit up 25% YoY to INR 644 crore
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has reported a revenue from power supply of INR 2,776 crore and net profit of INR 644 crore for the quarter ended September 2025.
