Chinese solar cell prices stable in a quiet market
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.
Solar recycling’s glass ceiling
European industry association PV Cycle estimates a 10 MW solar site will eventually produce 700 tons of waste material. It is becoming increasingly clear that PV modules need end-of-life protocols – for the technology and material processing, and the regulatory environment.
Renewables share in India’s power generation mix to reach 35% by 2030: ICRA
Ratings agency ICRA projects the share of renewables (including hydro) in India’s power generation mix to rise to 35% by FY 2029-30, from 21% in FY 2024.
How ESG creates value for companies in the renewable energy industry
Companies that embed ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles into their core strategies are better positioned for long-term resilience and competitiveness in the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry.
Yashika Energy Systems partners Germany’s Next2Sun on vertical bifacial agri-PV systems
Yashika Energy Systems has partnered Germany’s Next2Sun and Wattkraft India to launch pilot projects, ranging from 100 kWp to 500 kWp, integrating vertical bifacial solar technology with agriculture.
RE+ 2024: Key takeaways on the U.S. solar industry
The 4.9 earthquake that shook Anaheim on the last day of RE+ 2024 did little to rattle the enthusiasm seen and felt at the largest energy conference in North America.
Gautam Solar to set up 2 GW PV cell manufacturing facility
Gautam Solar plans to establish a 2 GW PV cell manufacturing plant with an estimated investment of INR 1,000 crore.
Hindalco mulling solar panel manufacturing
Hindalco, a mining and metals arm of Aditya Birla Group, plans solar panel manufacturing leveraging its capabilities in metal production. The company has reportedly identified Mundra (Gujarat) as the location for its manufacturing facility.
INA Solar breaks ground on 3 GW panel factory in Rajasthan
Insolation Energy (INA Solar) is building a 3 GW PV module manufacturing facility along with 12,000 mtpa aluminium frame plant in the Jaipur district of Rajasthan.
India’s stored potential
Renewable Energy Expo India (REI) returns to Greater Noida at the start of October, for what will be its 17th edition. For the second year running, The Battery Show India will run concurrently with REI. pv magazine had the chance to catch up with Julian Thomas, Senior Project Director at show organizer Informa Markets, to discuss why electric vehicles and energy storage are now the key to India’s energy transition.
