5 Challenges That Can Increase Solar Module Costs In India Updated On Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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 […] Read more
ReNew Foresees A Dip In Solar Cell Capacity With ALCM Updated On Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy NASDAQ-listed solar module manufacturer ReNew expects a significant shortfall in cell capacity in India with the imposition of the proposed Approved List of Cell Manufacturers (ALCM). The company in its latest investors presentation anticipated a transition in the Indian solar cell market with the introduction of ALCM. The company said that the proposed decision of […] Read more
UP To Use Hybrid Rooftop Solar For Govt Buildings, Issues Tender Updated On Tue, Nov 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) has issued a tender to accelerate the adoption of hybrid rooftop solar systems. The state’s nodal agency for clean energy plans to deploy these systems on government buildings. Hybrid rooftop solar systems integrate grid-connected rooftop solar installations with additional battery backup. This setup enables the […] Read more
Indian Solar Module Makers Plan In-House Aluminium Frame Production Updated On Tue, Nov 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy After exploring solar module and cell production, several Indian solar manufacturers are now venturing into in-house aluminium frame manufacturing—essential components of solar modules. Premier Energies, a notable solar module and cell maker, has committed Rs. 230 crore to this new venture. “We are also pleased to announce today our foray into aluminium frame manufacturing business […] Read more
Brazil Pushes Up Solar Tariffs To 25 Percent Updated On Tue, Nov 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy Brazil, which has emerged as an important destination for Chinese solar exports after the challenges in the US and India, has hiked import tariffs to 25% on module imports, crimping yet another key market for Chinese manufacturers. The new rate follows an earlier tariff of 9.6% that the government has imposed to support the growth […] Read more
Policy Makers Continue To Trim Solar Export Incentives In China Updated On Mon, Nov 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy China has chosen to include solar PV products in a move to reduce or even cancel an export tax rebate for its domestic firms. While the amount is relatively small, a reduction from 13 to 9 percent, it does send a strong signal that the government is done with incentives for the sector, which is […] Read more
SECI Issues Tender For 400 MWp Of DCR Solar Modules Updated On Thu, Nov 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has now issued a tender seeking solar modules upto 400 Mwp. These modules have been envisaged to be used in the proposed solar project at Ramagiri in Andhra Pradesh. The SECI tender said that these solar modules must be Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) compliant. The participating module makers […] Read more
Are Indian Solar Module Makers Ready for ALMM For Solar Cells? Updated On Tue, Nov 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in October 2024 released a draft proposal to include domestic solar cell production under its Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), inviting responses from industry stakeholders. Soon after the announcement, a number of Indian module makers have announced starting new solar cell lines. However, this […] Read more
How Carbon Market Boost At COP29 Can Bolster Indian RE Sector? Updated On Tue, Nov 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy After a long wait, global leaders have approved the standards for an international carbon market at the latest COP20 at Baku in Ajerbaijan. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) announced this significant development in an official release. The new UN-backed global carbon credit market is set to pave the way for increased […] Read more
