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Rayzon Solar Signs 5 GW Deal with Caelux to Manufacture Perovskite-Silicon Solar Modules in India

The agreement covers 5 GW of manufacturing capacity and will combine Caelux's energy-producing solar glass with Rayzon Solar's TOPCon solar modules, enabling the production of hybrid perovskite-silicon modules with efficiencies of up to 28 percent.

Solar Energy | July 23, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 859

GRE Renew Enertech Crosses 100 MWp Solar Installations, EPC Order Book Reaches INR 224 Crore

GRE recently commissioned a 7.20 MW (AC)/9.678 MW (DC) ground-mounted solar power plant under the RESCO or OPEX model. The project was among the key objectives outlined in the company's initial public offering, which was completed in January this year.

Solar Energy | July 17, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 545

Rayzon Solar's R&D Lab Receives NABL Accreditation for PV Module Testing

The accreditation, valid from June 12, 2026, to June 11, 2030, covers Ryazon's laboratory in Karanj, Surat district, and certifies its technical competence to conduct 35 testing methods for solar PV modules in accordance with internationally recognised standards.

Solar Energy | July 09, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 714

Cosmic PV Power Secures First ALMM Approval for Surat Facility with 1,848 MW Capacity

Cosmic's Tadkeshwar facility has been enlisted with an annual manufacturing capacity of 1,848 MW and is approved to manufacture three series of bifacial N-type TOPCon solar modules.

Solar Energy | July 07, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 1208

Sunkonnect's Sunsol Targets 2 GW Solar Deployment Across India by 2030

Sunsol said it will focus on distributed solar deployment for commercial, industrial and residential consumers through a single-window platform offering rooftop and ground-mounted installations across urban and rural markets.

Solar Energy | June 26, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 676

Navitas Solar to Invest INR 1,500 Crore in Gujarat for 3.6 GW Solar Cell Plant and Pilot Wafer-Ingot Manufacturing Line

Navitas Solar’s proposed solar cell facility is being designed as a highly automated production platform capable of supporting future technology upgrades and next-generation cell architectures.

Solar Energy | June 16, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 1393

Juniper Green Energy Adds 305 MW Renewable Energy Capacity in Gujarat Under GUVNL Agreements

Juniper Green’s newly commissioned portfolio includes 183 MWp of solar capacity and 122 MW of wind capacity across projects located in Surendranagar, Aravalli, adjoining districts and Devbhumi Dwarka.

Solar Energy | June 11, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 911

Motherson Commissions First Captive Solar Project in Uttar Pradesh to Power Manufacturing Units

The 15 MWp ground-mounted solar facility, located in Mahoba district and developed through Motherson New Energy subsidiary Onega Solar, will supply renewable electricity to multiple Motherson manufacturing plants across the state.

Solar Energy | June 08, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 1260

India Observes World Environment Day with Renewable Energy Focus; Industry Voices Support for Sustainable Growth

India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing renewable energy markets globally, with solar power driving much of the expansion. The country’s renewable energy capacity stands at nearly 279 GW. Solar energy accounts for about 155 GW of that capacity, while wind power has crossed 56 GW.

Solar Energy | June 05, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 2156

Delhi Test House Recognised by SGS Belgium as IEC CB Testing Laboratory for Solar PV Module Testing

The recognition, issued under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and under the responsibility of NCB SGS Belgium, enables Delhi Test House to conduct internationally accepted testing for PV modules in accordance with IEC standards.

Solar Energy | May 29, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 661

Articles

The Green Paradox: Why Sustainable Manufacturing is the Missing Link in India's Clean Energy Story

India is in the middle of an infrastructure revolution. Electric vehicles are rolling off assembly lines at a record pace. Solar farms are spreading across arid landscapes that once sat idle; India crossed 100 GW of installed solar capacity in ...

Solar Energy | August 13, 2026 | By News Bureau

India's Solar Glut Means that BESS/Storage is now the Centre of the Energy Transition

Ambition and execution excellence, that’s how I would define the last few years in the Indian renewable energy journey. When India announced its target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030, many viewed it as highly ambitious. To...

Solar Energy | July 02, 2026 | By News Bureau

Rayzon: Scaling N-Type TOPCon Manufacturing to Multi-Gigawatt Levels

The shift from P-type to N-type in solar manufacturing is already underway, and TOPCon has emerged as the most practical path for large-scale adoption. But there is a difference between installing TOPCon capacity and actually running it efficiently a...

Solar Energy | June 02, 2026 | By News Bureau

Automation in Solar Module Manufacturing: Improving Efficiency and Consistency

The global transformation of renewable energy is undeniable, leading solar power to be at the forefront of sustainable development. This is increasingly adding to the demand for solar modules, pressuring manufacturers to deliver high-quality, reasona...

Solar Energy | May 26, 2026 | By News Bureau

Scaling to Multi-GW Solar Manufacturing: Challenges and Innovations

The global solar industry is rapidly transitioning toward multi-gigawatt (GW) manufacturing ecosystems, driven by cost optimisation, technology evolution, and supply chain resilience. In this transformation, India is uniquely positioned – not j...

Solar Energy | May 04, 2026 | By News Bureau

How Semiconductors are Reshaping the Renewable Energy Ecosystem

Renewable energy is a critical component of the energy economy of any country. It also plays a key role in the geological scenario. Every country has the ability to generate renewable energy. Many forms of renewable energy sources are available, such...

Solar Energy | April 21, 2026 | By News Bureau

Addressing Critical Insurance Gaps in India’s EV, Solar and Hydro Expansion

The clean energy transition in India has reached its critical implementation stage. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy reports that India achieved 272 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by end of January 2026, with solar power generating over 140 G...

Solar Energy | March 24, 2026 | By News Bureau

Renewable Energy Solutions in Manufacturing - A Path to Sustainability

Across the globe, manufacturers are increasingly adopting renewable energy solutions to enhance clean energy competitiveness and reduce their environmental impact. For the lens manufacturing industry, which is inherently energy-intensive, the shift t...

Solar Energy | March 05, 2026 | By News Bureau

Execution at Scale: What 8,846 Solar Pumps in Maharashtra Teach Us About Rolling Out Renewables Nationwide?

India’s transition to clean energy is usually discussed in Megawatts and the various policies that have been conceptualised and implemented. From what I have seen, the real test of renewable energy is not about big projects. It is about doing a...

Solar Energy | February 27, 2026 | By News Bureau

Scaling Solar in India: The Role of OEMs in Achieving 500 GW by 2030

India’s ambition to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 marks a defining chapter in the nation’s energy transition. Solar power will form the backbone of this journey, demanding unprecedented scale, speed, and reliability. ...

Solar Energy | February 24, 2026 | By News Bureau