The long read: Rotary printing rocks!
Cell metallization is getting a makeover. Some ‘rocking’ research projects spearheaded by Fraunhofer ISE are now set to introduce new printing methods that could deliver more than a doubling of throughput. There are hurdles to overcome across various process steps and on a materials basis, but initial results appear encouraging.
Borosil Renewables raises INR 200 crore though QIP issue
The solar glass manufacturer plans to utilize the funds to more than double its solar glass production capacity from 450 tonnes per day (TPD) to 950 TPD.
REIL seeks two lakh multi-crystalline silicon solar cells, again
Manufacturers have until December 22 to bid for supplying 200,000 four-/five-busbar solar cells rated for a power output of 4.5 watts.
REIL tenders for supply of 5.8W mono PERC solar cells
Bids are invited from Indian manufacturers to supply 5000 mono PERC silicon solar cells. The deadline for bid submission is December 23.
Saft rebrands its products made in India
The rebranding to Saft Urja—from Amco Saft—reflects the battery manufacturer’s strategic approach to better leverage the Indian market. The company has also announced plans to increase its production capacity at Bangalore factory by 20%, enhance the workforce at its design office and launch new industrial battery products for India region.
Mitsui Chemicals’ Gujarat lab now BIS-recognized for solar panel testing
The Japanese firm, which established the lab in association with Germany-headquartered technical advisor PI Berlin, eventually plans to set up a diagnostic business for solar panels and power plants in India.
IESA, UNIDO launch energy storage innovation challenge
The challenge covers battery storage innovations for both power and electric mobility space. Winning technologies will get a grant of up to $50,000.
Panasonic launches module series compatible with its Evervolt battery
Available in four different products, the series features a conversion efficiency of 20-21.2%. Two of the panels are packaged in a sleek, all-black aesthetic.
REIL seeks 200,000 multi-crystalline silicon solar cells
Manufacturers have until December 23 to bid for supplying 100,000 quantities of 4.5W (4-/5-busbar) and 4.60W (5-busbar) cells each.
India’s 2030 electric vehicle ambition could create INR 85,900-crore battery opportunity
A new report says that the nation would require an estimated annual battery capacity of 158 GWh to realize its 2030 electric vehicle (EV) adoption target. Meeting this potential demand would require investments exceeding INR 85,900 crore (US$ 12.3 billion) in case battery manufacturing is 100% indigenized.
