News at Glance Rs. 214.80 crore EPC contract awarded to Oriana Power for solar projects in Rajasthan. 50 MW of cumulative solar capacity to be developed for a cement company across the state. Contract follows continued demand from heavy industry for onsite and captive renewable energy solutions. Order Intended To Accelerate Cement Firm’s Renewable Capacity […]
News at Glance *27 GW* of solar capacity was added in the first half of the year, Mercom India Research reported. The additions mark a record pace for India’s solar market during the six-month period. The surge highlights accelerating deployment and increasing focus on grid upgrades and storage solutions. Record H1 Build-Out Puts Focus on […]
News at Glance *Indonesia has set a 30 GW solar target for 2026, Enerdata reported. *The country is pursuing a long-term ambition of 100 GW of solar capacity overall. *The plan raises questions about investment, grid integration and deployment pathways. 30 GW 2026 Target Aims Rapid Capacity Build-Out Indonesia is planning a significant short-term expansion […]
News at Glance China’s solar exports fell 21.4% in July, reflecting a notable month-on-month decline. Softening external demand and inventory pressures are commonly cited drivers for shipment volatility in the sector. Implications for global projects include potential price adjustments and shifts in procurement timing for developers and traders. July Slump Highlights Cooling Global Demand for […]
News at Glance Capgemini examines vehicle-mounted photovoltaics, fleet solutions and solar-charged infrastructure as complementary approaches to increase renewable energy use in mobility. Report highlights technical limits such as limited roof area, energy density and integration costs that currently constrain range and payload impact. Software, fleet-level optimisation and aligned policy are identified as key enablers to […]
News at Glance A council saved more than £7,000 in energy costs after installing solar panels, Energy Live News reported. On-site solar reduced the authority’s grid electricity purchases, lowering operational expenditure and exposure to price fluctuations. Municipal rooftop systems provide budget relief and emissions benefits while requiring routine maintenance and monitoring. On-site generation cuts municipal […]
News at Glance A Nature study assesses solar organic Rankine cycle (ORC) systems for power generation suitability in Nigeria. Researchers evaluate technical, economic and site‑level factors that affect viability of low‑temperature solar thermal-to-electricity systems. Study highlights opportunities and barriers including solar resource quality, system complexity, working‑fluid choices and grid integration. Study underlines technical promise but […]
News at Glance 20,000 MW by 2030 is the solar capacity target Telangana is pursuing, according to Bhatti. 26,000 MW by 2035 is the extended target for the state’s solar portfolio. Significant scale-up needed across deployment, grid integration and financing to meet the targets. State sets specific multi-stage solar targets to drive capacity additions Telangana […]
News at Glance Lab tests show up to 66% higher electricity production for photovoltaics using a butterfly-wing-inspired surface structure. Micro- and nanostructures reduce reflection and scatter light into cells, improving absorption across incident angles. Design targets retrofit compatibility with existing panels to boost output without altering core cell chemistry. Lab tests show up to 66% […]
News at Glance Solar now often offers the lowest bids in competitive power tenders and long-term purchase agreements across multiple markets. Cost reductions result from factory scale-up, improved panel efficiency and cheaper balance-of-system components, lowering upfront capital requirements. Market structures and finance—auctions, long-term contracts and lower borrowing costs—have converted cost declines into deployable capacity. Auctions […]
News at Glance A recent study finds uptake of solar among Bangladeshi factories remains low despite continuing electricity shortages and rising costs. Key barriers identified include limited access to finance, regulatory and grid constraints, and shortages of technical capacity at industrial sites. Researchers call for targeted policy and financing measures to unlock rooftop and captive […]
News at Glance 3.1 GW planned capacity for the combined solar and storage project, as reported by Renewables Now. Discussions held between Egyptian officials and Renergy to review project progress, according to the report. Key specifics such as timeline and financing were not detailed in the media report. 3.1 GW scheme combines large-scale photovoltaic generation […]
