Solar Panels

Install rooftop solar panels on all govt buildings: CM Saini to officials

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday directed that all government buildings like schools, colleges, hospitals, offices, etc, be equipped with rooftop solar systems to accelerate the state's transition towards clean and green energy. He was chairing a high-level review meeting on the budget announcements of the power sector at the civil secretariat here, according to an official statement. During the meeting, Saini reviewed the progress of the PM Suryaghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and instructed officials to expedite rooftop solar installations across households in the state. He also examined the month-wise achievements under the scheme and emphasised strict monitoring and accountability. In addition, the CM directed the creation of solar parks across the state to harness Haryana's renewable energy potential. He also ordered immediate removal of old and defunct electricity poles from major state roads and highways to enhance public safety and improve road ...

Solar exporter Waaree Energies rejigs supply chain to bypass US tariffs

Waaree's push for the world's second-largest solar market comes amid escalating trade tensions between New Delhi and Washington DC

China's solar self-discipline drives turnaround for top silicon producers

The recovery followed a 50% jump in polysilicon prices since July, after the government warned against cutthroat competition seen across sectors, including solar manufacturing

US to proceed with probe of solar imports from India, Laos and Indonesia

Imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos surged to $1.6 billion last year, up from $289 million in 2022, according to the group

US tariffs to worsen India's solar panel glut as domestic bidding slows

India's awards of solar generation projects and new tenders slowed dramatically in the quarter ended June

Japan bets on ultrathin solar panels to drive next phase of clean energy

At Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan showcases curved perovskite solar panels that are 20 times thinner than conventional ones, as it aims to boost solar use in cities and cut China reliance

Reliance Industries' solar leap prompts Nuvama's highest-ever target price

Nuvama forecasts that the company's 10GW module & cell capacity, to be fully operational by early CY26, could contribute an incremental ₹3,800 cr to consolidated PAT, equivalent to 6% of FY25 earnings

Solarium Green Energy share hits 5% upper circuit on June 11; here's why

Shares of Solarium Green Energy surged on Wednesday after the company announced its re-entry into the manufacturing of solar modules, leveraging cutting-edge, fully automated technology.

Delhi Cabinet approves Rs 30,000 subsidy for 3 kW solar panels on rooftops

Delhi cabinet on Tuesday approved a subsidy of Rs 30,000 on the installation of 3 kW rooftop solar panels, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said. The minister said the cabinet also approved the procurement of litter machines, anti-smog guns, mechanical road sweepers and water sprinklers as part of its pollution control measures. Sirsa said, "Now the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has approved a subsidy of Rs 10,000 per kilowatt more which comes around to Rs 30,000." The central government provides a subsidy of Rs 78,000 for installing rooftop solar panels under PM Surya Ghar Yojana. Sirsa also said that the government will tie up with banks so that people can get easy loans on installation charges for solar panels. People will not have to spend any money from their packet and will save Rs 4,200 per month, he added.

Why Bernstein thinks Waaree, Premier Energies will 'Underperform' ahead?

While the Indian solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing space is an intriguing one, Bernstein sees potential risks.

Motilal Oswal says 'Buy' ACME Solar for 59% upside, initiates coverage

ACME Solar share rose after Motilal Oswal initiated coverage with 'Buy' rating for a target price of Rs 330, which reflects an upside potential of 58.95% from the previous close (Feb 4) of Rs 207.60

NGT calls for safe disposal system of used solar panels, asks govt's reply

The matter was raised through a letter petition highlighting the environmental risks posed by discarded panels and the need for an organized system for their proper handling and management

Gensol Engineering bags Rs 897 crore solar project contract from NTPC REL

This contract entails the development of 225MW-AC (alternate current), equivalent to 276 MW DC (direct current), grid connected solar projects

US solar firms seek retroactive duties on imports from Vietnam, Thailand

New tariffs could be particularly harmful to Vietnam, which risks the highest duties as it is deemed by the United States a non-market economy

UP plans to have 30K 'surya mitras' to install solar panels in all houses

The Uttar Pradesh government plans to train 30,000 youngsters as "surya mitras" to achieve its goal of having solar panels on the rooftop every house in the state. Following the launch of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana in February last year, which aims to have one crore solar rooftops across the country, the Yogi adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has installed more than 25 lakh in the state. To achieve the target of having solar panels in every house in Uttar Pradesh, there will be a significant need for skilled workers in the solar energy sector, a senior official of the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) told PTI. For this, the official, said the state agency has set a target of training 30,000 "surya mitras" at district centers and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). To develop this skilled manpower, the National Solar Energy Mission has outlined a plan, he said. More than 3,000 youngsters in Uttar Pradesh have completed training courses for s

Essar to invest Rs 30,000 cr in green hydrogen plant in Gujarat over 4 yrs

Essar Group plans to invest Rs 30,000 crore over the next four years in setting up a green hydrogen plant at Jamnagar in Gujarat as the metals-to-infrastructure conglomerate eyes clean energy as a key pillar for its new phase of growth. The conglomerate is looking to decarbonise its oil refinery in the UK, construct a green steel plant in Saudi Arabia, and build an LNG and electric ecosystem to decarbonise long-haul heavy trucks, Prashant Ruia, director of Essar Capital, which manages the group's portfolio of investments, said. It is also considering an entry into mining of critical minerals, mainly used in electric vehicle batteries, solar panels and wind-turbine magnets. Essar Future Energy plans to develop 1 gigawatt of hydrogen capacity along with associated green molecules capacity of 1 million tonne per annum in Jamnagar over the next four years, he said in an interview with PTI. "We are going to invest around Rs 30,000 crore (in the green hydrogen project in Jamnagar)," he .

China solar panel makers seek government action to halt freefall in prices

Financial incentives and a government push have helped China become the solar panel factory of the world

IIT-Jodhpur develops special adaptor to charge EVs using solar panels

IIT-Jodhpur has developed a special adaptor that will allow users to charge their electric vehicles using solar power. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February said his government was aiming to create a system in which people can recharge their electric vehicles from the power they generate from rooftop solar systems. The adaptor, likely to be priced below Rs 1,000, could prove to be very effective if the solar panel initiative is a success, Nishant Kumar, Assistant Professor at the Electrical Engineering Department at IIT Jodhpur said. People are increasingly looking towards buying EVs and currently, the government is also providing subsidies for them, Kumar said. "On one side, our charging adaptor will be connected to the solar panel and on the other, to the charger provided by the company. It includes two points that will supply power according to the requirement," Kumar said. Currently, extracting maximum power from a solar panel without a power converter is challenging and a

EU aims to increase agri-food exports to China despite trade tensions

Unlike sectors such as solar panels or new energy vehicles (NEVs) the European Union's agri-food sector runs an export surplus in its trade with China

PM Modi announces PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, to invest over 75000 cr

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: PM Modi announces scheme to provide free 300 units of electricity every month by investing 75000 crore on this project