China-based Solar N Plus, GCLSI Record Key Solar Wins In India

Chinese firms, for all the worries on extension of ALMM (Approved Lists of Modles and Manufacturers) exemptions post March 2024, continue to make progress with Indian customers. First up, Solar N Plus New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (Solar N Plus), a leading manufacturing expert in TOPCon technology and a subsidiary of Lanfeng Bio-chemical Co., Ltd.  has recently received BIS certification for its Sirius series N-type TOPCon high-efficiency photovoltaic modules, positioning it among the select few manufacturers to attain this recognition in India. With this certification, Solar N Plus is set to provide enhanced solar solutions to its Indian customers.

The BIS certification, India’s national quality standard, is a pre-requisite for use by any major Indian customer, even if customs duty is applicable.

Solar N Plusclaims that its N-type TOPCon modules suffer lower degradation and a lower temperature coefficient, enabling them to generate higher power even in challenging environments. With high power output, module efficiency, and reliability, Solar N Plus TOPCon modules have earned numerous international certifications. Backed by a 15-year product warranty, 30-year power warranty, and dual insurance coverage from Ping An and Ariel Re, Solar N Plus will hope to make inroads in India now.

Ashley Wang, General Manager of International Sales and Marketing at Solar N Plus, stated, “BIS certification signifies the Indian government’s approval of Solar N Plus modules and underscores our ability to deliver high-efficiency modules and reliable solutions for customers.”

Another firm that has scored a significant win is GCL System Integration Technology Co. Ltd. (GCLSI) a major global PV player, that has announced signing of a contract with NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, India (NTPCREL) for supply of 1100 MW of high efficiency solar modules.

This order marks the largest solar module order ever placed by NTPCREL on a single manufacturer. The modules will be used on various NTPC projects presently under commissioning. GCLSI would be completing the supplies of the entire 1100 MW within a record time of five weeks, or well within the ALMM deadlines.

For GCLSI, this contract represents another significant milestone in its business expansion in India and other global markets. Another contract of the same size, 1.1 GW, was signed by GCLSI with a leading IPP player in India in September 2023, supplies for which are scheduled to commence in Q2 2024.

“While we thank NTPCREL for posing the trust in us, we look forward to GCLSI being amongst their long term trusted partners. We are committed to delivering world class quality, latest technology and reliable solar solutions to support India’s sustainable energy goals,” stated Zhang Kun, Executive President, GCLSI.

Going beyond the conventional offerings, GCLSI is leading the industry by actively developing a traceability solution that combines carbon footprint certification with blockchain technology. This innovative approach aligns with the increasingly stringent carbon trading regulations in the global fight against climate change.