Mitigating solar supply chain challenges
Large-scale solar projects in India are facing delays of at least two-three months. The primary reason is Indian companies’ dependency on Chinese products and equipment, which may result in shipping delays and cost fluctuations. But, many companies in India have their solar module stocks already ready and can provide their products at the same price as Chinese brands, Tanmoy Duari, CEO, AXITEC Energy India, tells pv magazine.
China: Polysilicon prices continue to fall
Polysilicon prices fell by as much as 0.63% in China this week, according to the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association (CNMIA).
TERI recommendations to accelerate pumped storage development in India
A new report by TERI recommends measures to develop large-scale pumped storage plants in India. It also traces the growth and status of pumped storage hydro plants in India and the world.
China’s Sunpure to supply L&T with PV cleaning robots for 805 MWp solar project in Saudi Arabia
Sunpure will supply Larsen & Toubro with over 1,500 water-free cleaning robots for an 805 MWp solar project in Saudi Arabia.
Adani Green ranks among top 3 large-scale solar developers globally
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) is the world’s second-largest large-scale solar developer with a PV portfolio of 18.1 GW. It is also the only player from Asia in the global large-scale solar PV developer ranking.
The Hydrogen Stream: Rolls-Royce opts for SAF, not hydrogen in large aircraft
Rolls-Royce has told pv magazine that it prefers sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) for large commercial flights, but it continues to invest in hydrogen for mid-size aircraft in partnership with easyJet.
EDF, Scatec Africa win South Africa’s battery procurement auction
The South African Government’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announced French utility Électricité de France (EDF) will develop 257 MW of battery energy-storage systems across three projects, while South African renewable energy company Scatec Africa will develop one 103 MW project.
M10 solar cell prices dive to new record low
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.
Battery prices down 14% this year, says BloombergNEF
BloombergNEF says it has recorded a 14% decline in battery prices this year, mainly due to cheaper raw materials, following an unprecedented rise in 2022.
Fostering solar adoption requires a holistic approach
While the benefits of solar adoption are evident, challenges persist. The irregularity of solar power and the lack of efficient storage technologies remain primary concerns. The upfront costs of solar installations, though decreasing, remain a barrier for many. Complex regulations and bureaucratic hurdles often deter individuals and businesses from embracing solar energy. Addressing these challenges demands a concentrated effort.
