Indian solar module manufacturer Credence Solar has announced plans to commence solar cell manufacturing from Rajkot in Gujarat. The company intends to establish a solar cell production line with a capacity of either 1 GW or 1.2 GW.

The top management informed Saur Energy that the decision was made in response to the shortage of domestically produced DCR solar cells in the Indian solar market, along with the imposition of the Approved List of Cell Manufacturers (ALCM).

“We have decided to start solar cell production from 2026, with an initial capacity of either 1 GW or 1.2 GW. The proposed facility will be set up in Rajkot, where we own approximately 20 acres of land to accommodate the planned infrastructure,” said Anirban Das, Vice President (Marketing) at Credence Solar, in an exclusive conversation with Saur Energy.

Das also revealed that the company is considering launching an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to raise funds for the solar cell manufacturing line. The move would help secure public funding to support the new venture.

Expansion of Solar Module Production

In addition to solar cell manufacturing, Credence Solar plans to enhance its solar module production capacity. The company, which currently operates with a production capacity of 600 MW, aims to add 1.6 GW of new module manufacturing capacity. The new lines will incorporate advanced 16 Bus Bar (BB) to 18 BB technologies.

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Das highlighted that the high-efficiency solar modules produced on these lines will range from 685 Wp to 725 Wp, offering significant benefits to solar project developers. “If a solar project developer uses 725 Wp modules instead of 595 Wp modules, they will require at least 360 fewer modules for a 1 MW solar project. This reduction translates into lower land requirements, reduced balance of system (BOS) costs, and lower maintenance expenses,” he explained.

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Transparency in Manufacturing

Credence Solar is also promoting transparency by inviting customers to visit their factories and witness the production process. Das stated that customers can observe the solar cell efficiencies and the quality of components being used. “We offer the unique opportunity for consumers to see the module production and test the quality of their orders before dispatch. Hardly any other solar module manufacturers offer this level of transparency,” he added.

Addressing Module Shagging Concerns

Das acknowledged the issue of shagging in large Wp modules, which occurs due to prolonged fixation at sites, external pressure from cleaning, or heavy rains. He emphasized that most solar manufacturers do not provide back rib support to prevent shagging. However, Credence Solar has incorporated back rib support as a standard feature in its large modules, enhancing their durability and resistance to external threats. “This feature can significantly extend the overall life cycle of our solar panels,” Das concluded.