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India’s Solar Energy Generation Increased 18% In CY24

India’s renewable energy sector witnessed a strong year-on-year growth in calendar year 2024 (CY24), with total renewable energy generation (including large hydro) reaching 3,87,553.52 million units (MU)—a 14.8% increase compared to 3,37,745.63 MU in CY23, as per the latest data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). Solar Energy Sees Impressive Growth A major contributor to […]

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Solar Journey of Africa: 2024 in Review and the Road Ahead

Africa is the continent with the world’s largest solar energy potential and investment is the only thing that’s keeping Africa from powering its development using this potential. The solar growth in Africa remained modest in 2024 in the face of structural challenges such as limited financing, regulatory barriers and infrastructure constraints which still impede the […]

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Q4 2024 Prices: EU-North America See Fall In Solar, Wind Sees Marginal Uptick

The latest report by LevelTen Energy showcases the energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) trend for Q4, 2024 in the global west, i.e., the  European and the North American market. The report found that the European solar PPA prices have been steadily declining over the last two years, as the energy sector continues to return to […]

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As India Goes Past 100 GW Solar Milestone, No Time To Rest

If ever there was a better use of the term turning point, inflection point, or simply the year when everything fell into place, 2024 would probably come the closest for the Indian solar market. These 365 days proved to be a harbinger of several good news for the different stakeholders in the industry, including solar […]

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South America Solar Growth in 2024: Achievements and Challenges

South America continued its steady solar growth over the last half-decade in particular, and overall renewable energy capacity additions in general, through the year 2024. Brazil remained the biggest market on the Latin American continent, with other nations like Chile, Colombia, and Costa Rica showing diversity in renewable progress. On the other hand, Chile’s massive […]

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Top 5 Solar Energy Markets to Boom in 2025

The solar power industry is flourishing globally, but growth potential varies across regions due to diverse influencing factors. Some solar markets are poised to outperform others, driven by favourable conditions already present or anticipated in 2025. The International Energy Agency forecasts that the global RE capacity will increase by over 5,520 GW during 2024-2030, about […]

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COVER STORY: India Eyes Historic Rise Of Solar Cell Manufacturers

So far, 2024 has been a remarkable year for the Indian solar industry. Not only has it met expectations so far in terms of capacity additions, it has also delivered a huge fillip to the rooftop solar sector, thanks to PM Surya Ghar and new momentum in promising schemes like PM-KUSUM, besides record additions in […]

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5 Challenges That Can Increase Solar Module Costs In India

The Indian solar module manufacturing sector, once heavily reliant on Chinese imports for solar modules and cells, is gradually moving toward self-reliance. However, this transition brings its own set of hurdles, which could lead to increased costs for solar panels and project development, potentially pushing solar tariffs higher in the coming years. 1. Reduced Export […]

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CY24: India Adds 18.8 GW Of Solar Capacity In 10 Months

India’s total installed solar energy capacity has now surpassed 92 GW, according to the latest data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The CEA’s most recent monthly installed capacity report revealed that the country added 1,717.36 MW of new renewable energy capacity (excluding large hydro) in October 2024. The report further indicated that India’s total […]

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