Energetica India 89 - May 2020

Sungrow Introduces the Latest Three-phase Inverter SG25CX-SA for Brazilian 220V Market Sungrow has announced that it has launched the Company’s three-phase 1000Vdc commercial inverter SG25CX- SA for Brazilian 220V grid system, show - casing its commitment to the flexibility and reliability of regional grid voltage re- quirement in commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. Sungrow’s three-phase inverter SG25CX-SA with unparalleled perfor - mance is ideal for Brazilian 220V grid condition which accounts for 55% of diversified local grid voltage modes. Equipped with multiple MPPTs, the 25kW inverter is accessible to be in - stalled in diverse commercial PV plants and guarantees optimal power genera- tion even in the shade. It can be com- patible with bifacial modules, offering higher yields and lower LCOE as well. Particularly with an ingress protection level of IP66 and an anti-corrosion grade of C5, it’s able to accomplish the feat with stunning efficiency with improved resilience. Designed with smart forced air-cooling technology, the inverter can operate without derating at scorching weather conditions. With Built-in PID (potential induced degradation) recov- ery function, the SG25CX-SA can sig - nificantly reduce power loss. It enables remote firmware update, touch free commission and can co- work with Sungrow’s intelligent monitor- ing system iSolarCloud, which offers a graphical readout of timely plant pro- duction, as well as the status of the PV array and inverter via portable smart devices. “We are enthused to bring forth another standout innovation SG25CX-SA, a typ - ical three-phase inverter for 220V grid for Brazil, maximizing ROI for our cus- tomers at unforeseen levels,” said Rafa - el Ribeiro, Country Manager of Sungrow Brazil. “Along with the rapid develop- ment of the comprehensive technical support, sales, after-sale service, we’re confident to navigate more in this vi - brant emerging market,” he added. COVID-19 Offers Opportunities for Ramping Up Domestic Solar Module Manufacturing The supply disruption from China due to the COVID-19 pandemic and follow- ing decline in domestic solar capacity addition offer an ideal opportunity to ramp up local manufacturing of solar modules and cells, according to indus- try experts. However, the industry feels there is a serious need for a national vision policy for local solar modules manufacturing as well as ancillary products, in line of solar power generation target of 100 GW by 2022 under National Solar Mis - sion. Till 2011, India controlled 70-80 per cent of global supplies of solar mod- ules, but today the opposite is the case, as 80-90 per cent of modules are imported, as domestic modules are not cost-effective. “The COVID pandemic is a wake-up call for us. We must focus on domestic manufacturing but for that to happen we need a long-term business prop- osition. “We’ve world-class technology, but we don’t have scale like China. For manu- facturing to succeed, we need a policy framework that ensures long term off- takes at sustainable prices,” Tata Pow - er Solar managing director and chief executive Ashish Khanna told. Vikram Solar chief executive Saib- abaVutukuri also highlights the need to focus on local manufacturing. “The vision of 100 gw solar capacity by 2022 is fantastic and can be achieved. But to meet the target, there is a need to push local manufacturing so that our dependence on imports comes down,” Vutukuri said. Noting that till 2011 India was one of the largest exporters of the best-in- class modules, he said with a strong policy push we can reclaim that po- sition again and we need to learn a lesson or two from China in building scale. “Comprehending the huge potential, China changed its focus from genera- tion to manufacturing of solar modules and set up large plants that offered them economies of scale, helping it lower the cost and capture global mar- ket,” he said. NEWS NEWS 12 energetica INDIA- May_2020