Solar Power

The World’s Solar Power Capacity Surpasses 1,000 GW Mark – Solar Milestone Gets Minimal Attention Introduction Recent data revealed that the world’s solar power capacity has surpassed the 1,000 gigawatt (GW) mark, marking an unprecedented milestone for renewable energy. However, this breakthrough has received minimal attention from the mainstream media, despite its significance for the […]

India’s solar energy sector is poised for rapid expansion, with installed solar capacity expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22% between 2026 and 2035, according to a new report by Nuvama. The report forecasts that India’s overall electricity demand will increase by approximately 6% annually over the next decade, supported […]

India’s solar manufacturing sector has entered a new phase with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) implementing the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II for solar cells from June 1, 2026. The ministry has decided not to grant a blanket extension beyond the deadline, making compliance mandatory for eligible projects. The […]

More than 40 lakh households across India are now benefiting from rooftop solar systems under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, marking a significant milestone in the country’s distributed renewable energy journey. The scheme, launched in February 2024, aims to bring rooftop solar to one crore homes by March 2027. The adoption rate has […]

1. Khavda Renewable Energy Park, Gujarat — 30 GW (planned) Khavda is rewriting the rulebook. Built across roughly 538 sq km of barren salt desert in Kutch, an area about five times the size of Paris, it is being developed as the world’s largest single-location renewable energy project. Adani Green Energy (AGEL) leads the build, […]

Fujiyama Power Systems Limited has commissioned a 2,000 MW solar panel manufacturing facility in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, marking a major expansion in the company’s renewable energy manufacturing footprint as India accelerates domestic solar production. The Ratlam facility forms part of Fujiyama’s broader greenfield manufacturing strategy aimed at strengthening its integrated solar ecosystem. Designed with planned […]

India is on track to become the world’s second-largest solar market by 2026 in terms of annual installations, according to the National Solar Energy Federation of India, signaling a rapid acceleration in the country’s clean energy transition. The country has added a record 50 gigawatts of solar capacity in just 14 months, pushing total installed […]

Researchers from University of New South Wales have found that solar PV modules in tracker-based systems degrade significantly faster due to higher ultraviolet (UV) exposure compared to fixed-tilt installations. The study reveals that single-axis tracking (SAT) systems can receive up to 1.5 times more UV radiation, particularly in high-irradiance regions such as deserts. This leads […]

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has operationalized 510.1 MW of solar power capacity at the Khavda renewable energy park in Gujarat, strengthening its renewable generation portfolio. With the commissioning of these projects, Adani Green’s total operational renewable energy capacity has reached 17,982.3 MW, according to the company’s regulatory filing. The projects became operational on March […]

India has expanded its solar manufacturing oversight with the introduction of ALMM List-III, bringing upstream solar components such as ingots and wafers under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) said the new list will come into effect from June 1, 2028, extending regulatory oversight […]

Cliantech Solutions has secured an order from IB Solar to supply a 1.2 GW artificial intelligence-enabled solar module manufacturing line, the companies said. The new production line is expected to become operational by May 2026 and will expand IB Solar’s manufacturing capacity as part of its broader growth plans in the domestic solar sector. Cliantech […]

The Ministry of Power has officially notified the Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2026, introducing important changes to Rule 3 of the Electricity Rules, which govern captive power generating projects in India. The new provisions related to proportionate electricity consumption for group captive users and the verification process will come into effect from April 1, 2026. Key […]