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Construction is progressing well at the 3.0-GW North Carolina facility as it moves into the equipment installation phase
GREENVILLE, N.C., Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Inox Solar Americas LLC, a U.S.-based solar technology and manufacturing company specializing in advanced PV cells and high-performance PV modules, today announced that its planned PV cell manufacturing facility in Greenville, North Carolina, with an annual production capacity of 3.0 GW, remains on schedule to begin production in the second quarter of 2027.
“Our continued progress on U.S. PV cell manufacturing represents an important step.”

The 515,460-square-foot facility is a key part of Inox Solar Americas’ strategy to build a more vertically integrated U.S. solar manufacturing platform. Once operational, domestic advanced PV cell production will complement the company’s existing U.S. PV module manufacturing capabilities, providing customers with greater access to U.S.-manufactured solar technology and a more transparent, resilient, and reliable domestic supply chain.
Domestic Manufacturing & Regulatory Compliance
Inox Solar Americas’ vertically integrated U.S. manufacturing strategy is designed to provide customers with greater access to domestically manufactured PV cells and PV modules while increasing domestic content across the company’s product portfolio. The addition of U.S. PV cell manufacturing will further support customers addressing evolving U.S. domestic-content requirements, Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) and Prohibited Foreign Entity (PFE) considerations, applicable trade requirements, and federal energy-policy provisions. The company’s approach emphasizes qualified sourcing, documented manufacturing processes, and compliance readiness to help customers manage increasingly complex procurement and project requirements.
Supply-Chain Security, Transparency & Traceability
Integrating U.S. PV cell and PV module manufacturing will provide greater visibility and control across critical stages of the solar supply chain. Inox Solar Americas is strengthening supplier qualification, component-origin documentation, material traceability, production records, and supply-chain due diligence to support customers seeking greater transparency regarding where and how their products are manufactured. Increased domestic production is also designed to reduce dependence on imported PV cells, mitigate exposure to global supply disruptions and trade-related risks, and provide more reliable product availability for U.S. project pipelines.
Advanced Technology, Quality & Performance
The Greenville manufacturing platform will integrate advanced Galaxion™ monocrystalline PV cell technologies with Inox Solar Americas’ U.S.-manufactured Gamma Series™ monofacial and Vega Series™ bifacial PV modules. Advanced automation, precision cell processing, integrated inspection and testing, process controls, documented quality procedures, and production traceability are designed to provide greater manufacturing control from PV cell production through finished-module assembly. This integrated approach will support consistent product quality, high efficiency and energy yield, durability, and dependable performance across demanding U.S. solar applications.
Bankability, Supply Reliability & Customer Confidence
Expanding from U.S. PV module manufacturing into domestic PV cell production further strengthens Inox Solar Americas’ manufacturing capabilities and ability to support large-scale, multiyear customer requirements. The company is building greater manufacturing scale, supply continuity, domestic-content capability, traceability, compliance readiness, and product support. Together with product performance, quality systems, warranty support, and a commitment to the U.S. market, these capabilities are designed to strengthen customer, developer, investor, and lender confidence in Inox Solar Americas and the projects its products support.
“Our continued progress on U.S. PV cell manufacturing represents an important step in building a more integrated and resilient domestic solar supply chain,” said Ashok Nair, President & CEO of Inox Solar Americas. “By bringing advanced cell technology, high-performance module manufacturing, and rigorous quality control together within our U.S. manufacturing platform, we are strengthening our ability to support customers with reliable supply and the bankability required for their project pipelines.”
INOX SOLAR AMERICAS
Inox Solar Americas, founded in 2026 in the United States, is a leading solar technology and manufacturing company specializing in advanced monocrystalline PV cells and high-performance Gamma Series™ monofacial and Vega Series™ bifacial PV modules. Inox Solar Americas’ photovoltaic solutions are engineered to meet the needs of residential, commercial, industrial, community solar, and utility-scale applications, delivering exceptional efficiency, reliability, and long-term value.
Inox Solar Americas acquired Boviet Solar’s U.S. PV manufacturing assets in Greenville, North Carolina, USA, including 3.0 GW of annual PV module manufacturing capacity and 3.0 GW of planned annual PV cell manufacturing capacity, expected to come online in 2027. Through localized manufacturing, resilient supply chains, operational excellence, and efficient logistics, Inox Solar Americas is helping strengthen the U.S. solar supply chain and meet growing domestic demand.
Inox Solar Americas is part of the broader renewable energy platform of Inox Clean Energy and the INOXGFL Group, headquartered in India. Backed by the group’s financial strength, business stability, manufacturing capabilities, technological innovation, and industry expertise, Inox Solar Americas is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solar solutions to customers across the U.S. solar energy market.
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By Julia Buskirk, VernonReporter
VERNON COUNTY, Wis. – There’s not a single cloud in the sky above the red farmhouse perched just before the crest of the ridge on Swallow Hill Farm. The weather seems to be preparing for what’s to come: a stack of solar panels leans against one of the walls, where three installation crew members from Ethos Green Power Cooperative are beginning to unwind wires.
“This has been nine years in the making,” says Matthew Ploeger, surveying the crew on the hillside. 
Ploeger is in charge of coordinating Solar for Homes, a program through Habitat for Humanity of La Crosse working in collaboration with Ethos Green Power Cooperative, Fishers & Farmers Partnership, and Wisconsin Farmers Union to provide free solar installations on the homes of income-eligible farmers who might not otherwise be able to access them. A generous private donation funds the work. 
“We’re trying to help them save money, and support their activities and their work as farmers,” Ploeger says. 
The program is an offshoot of the Couillard Solar Foundation, which was established in 2017 to support Wisconsin’s transition to renewable energy resources regardless of socio-economic status. This past year, Solar for Homes migrated to Habitat for Humanity of La Crosse, and began coordinating with Ethos Green Power to get solar panels up on the homes of farmers in Vernon county.
“Right now, even sizable farms are struggling, let alone small farms,” says Ploeger. “It’s a way that we can make it a little easier for a handful of small farmers to continue doing what they do.”

First Solar for Homes panels are installed on Swallow Hill Farm
Ximena Bunting-Engel and Noah Engel are the first to receive solar panels through the program. The couple grow root vegetables on their Swallow Hill Farm that they sell at Dane County farmers markets, a line of work that’s followed Noah Engels since he was nine, when he first planted potatoes one summer with his brother.
“It’s something he can’t help doing,” Ximena Bunting-Engel says, laughing. 

They got connected to Solar for Homes after getting a heat pump installed by Ethos, and learned they might qualify for the program.
“It’s an amazing opportunity to get solar on farms in places where people might not be able to get it otherwise,” says Bunting-Engel. 

As the sun rises over the house, the installation crew gets ready to haul the solar panels to the roof. Ethos electricians Daniel Phillips and Katie-Mae Lamb have installed the inverter at the base of the house, which will take the energy generated by the solar panels and make it usable for the home. The house can still access electricity from the grid on days when there isn’t enough solar power, and the Bunting Engels can opt to sell any extra solar-generated power to the utility when there’s more than they use. 

Benefits beyond the savings
The installation crew, Finn Pennington, Bryer Larson, and Tyler McCauley, start carrying panels up a ladder and across the roof, none of them the least bit perturbed by the two stories of height they walk across. Beyond them is the valley, where the majority of maples have lost their leaves by this time in October, and oaks are just starting to shoot up in reds and oranges. 
For both the Bunting-Engels and for Matt Ploeger, the lead coordinator for Solar for Homes, the motivation for installing solar goes beyond saving money on electricity bills. 

“We’re trying to do what we can to use practices that are good for the plants, the animals, the soil, everyone around us and the people that eat the food,” says Bunting-Engel. “It fits in with all that for us.”
Before working for Solar for Homes, Ploeger was a minister, but the solitary nature of his work as a chaplain in hospices and hospitals didn’t suit his extroverted demeanor. And more and more, he felt called to address the realities of climate change. 

“This is a form of ministry,” Ploeger says, looking out over the installation crew, the Bunting- Engels’s red farmhouse, and the hills. “I’m less worried about anybody’s spiritual life in the midst of it, but the real-life tangible benefits to people’s lives is a big part of why I transitioned from ministry to this particular non-profit work.”
The Ethos crew takes a lunch break on the roof. Within a few hours, the Bunting Engels’ home will be powered by the sun now directly over their heads. 
Ethos Green Power Cooperative and Solar for Homes invite any interested farmers to reach out to learn more and begin the application process. Powered by a generous private donation, Solar for Homes plans to fund solar installation on the homes of ten farmers in the area that are eligible based on their income bracket.

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November has arrived, and although we began seeing some early Black Friday deals in the final days of October, this week’s Green Deals bring even more discounts. Most notable are the rare offers from MOD Bikes’ Black Friday event, such as the stylish Easy 3 Cruiser e-bike dropping to $2,199, with other models starting at $1,799. Following closely is EcoFlow’s 72-hour early bird Black Friday flash sale, featuring the 3072Wh DELTA 3 Ultra power station bundled with two 220W solar panels and a free TRAIL 200 DC power station—all for just $1,699, with other products starting at $199. We’ve also included discounts on the Anker eufy SoloCam E42 solar security camera kit with HomeBase 3 and more, detailed below. As usual, you can find a roundup of all last week’s deals here on Monday.
Keep reading to discover other new Green Deals we found today, and don’t forget to check out Electrek’s curated selection of the best electric vehicle purchases and leases. Also, explore the new Electrek Tesla Store for the best discounts on Tesla accessories.

MOD Bikes' rare Black Friday e-bike deal arrives early—Easy 3 Cruiser now $200 off, other models starting at $1,799
MOD Bikes is launching a rare Black Friday sale in November, valid while supplies last, with discounts of up to $400 on select high-end e-bikes. My top pick is the Easy 3 Cruiser e-bike, now priced at $2,199 with free shipping—down from the original $2,399. Since the start of 2025, this brand has rarely offered discounts; the last promotion was a New Year sale earlier this year, when this model also dropped to the same price, though it briefly fell to $2,159 in December 2025. This represents a $200 discount off the regular price—the best deal of the year. Also available is the Easy SideCar 3 e-bike at $3,499 with free shipping, and the upgraded Easy SideCar Sahara, also priced at $3,499. Learn more about this e-bike in my hands-on review, or keep scrolling to see the full list of deals.
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EcoFlow's Black Friday Early Bird Sale reduces the price to $1,699 and includes the TRAIL 200 DC with the DELTA 3 Ultra 440W Solar Kit.
EcoFlow has officially launched its early bird Black Friday sale, offering a free gift with purchases of $600 or more, alongside a 72-hour flash sale featuring four selected products. During this flash sale, you can get the DELTA 3 Ultra 3072Wh portable power station plus two 220W solar panels for $1,699 with free shipping, plus receive a complimentary TRAIL 200DC power station (valued at $199)—$100 cheaper than Amazon. The current official price for this bundle on EcoFlow’s website is $1,999, while Amazon still lists it as high as $2,599. Since late July, we’ve seen this bundle drop to $1,799, and previously it often fell further to $1,699; however, apart from a rare $1,599 deal during June’s Prime Day, none of the prior discounts included the TRAIL power station as a bonus. This offer saves you $300 off the current price, or $499 when including the free gift—making it the second-best price of 2026. You can also purchase the DELTA 3 Ultra separately for $1,299 with free shipping, matching Amazon’s price. Keep reading to see the full flash sale lineup, or visit the main page for the complete Black Friday promotion list.
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Leaf season is here—this 13A Worx electric leaf blower is perfect for yard cleanup, now just $124.99, with up to $65 off.
On Amazon, consumers can now purchase the popular Worx 13A electric leaf mulcher for $124.99 with free shipping. Since September, we’ve seen its price on Amazon rise to around $190, while its official direct-sale price is $200; previously, it had only reached $150 in 2026. This deal represents a $65 discount and is the second-lowest price this year, just $6 higher than the annual low seen briefly during October’s Prime Day sale. You can also find additional Worx tool deals on the official Amazon store.
Anker's Apple Home-compatible solar-powered security camera kit starts at just $360, with no subscription required.
Anker is currently offering the SoloCam E42 Solar Security Dual-Camera Kit with HomeBase 3 for $359.97 with free shipping through its official eufyHome Amazon store, matching the brand’s official website price. While the official site lists it at $450, the Amazon price has consistently hovered around $400, only briefly spiking higher in early June this year. This deal represents a $40 discount off the current price and a $90 savings off the MSRP—the lowest price we’ve tracked since the June Prime Day. You can also purchase the larger SoloCam E2 Four-Camera Kit for $499.98 with free shipping, also matching the brand’s official price. Of course, you’ll find additional Anker smart security deals available on the official Amazon store.
Additional offerings include Anker’s “world’s longest-lasting 5kWh” power station, with up to $2,150 savings for 9to5 readers; and Lectric’s XP Lite3 folding e-bike, featuring up to $356 in free accessories with launch pricing starting at $799.
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This week’s discounts are continuing to expand to a broader range of reduced-price items. Similar to the offers above, these discounts help you organize your daily life more efficiently. As winter approaches, you can lock in better off-season prices on garden power tools while saving on electric vehicles and a wide variety of other equipment.
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Chinese solar module manufacturer Longi has unveiled its Hi-MO X12 module series. The new back-contact modules target residential and commercial and industrial (C&I) rooftop solar applications, with a focus on power density, interconnection design and long-term reliability.
The Hi-MO X12 series is based on Longi’s hybrid passivated back contact (HPBC) 2.0 cell technology and features an integrated conductive backsheet architecture that replaces conventional soldered ribbons with conductive metal foil circuits embedded in the rear encapsulation structure.
According to Longi, the design enables cells to connect directly to the conductive backsheet, eliminating more than 15,000 potential solder-joint failure points per module. The company said the architecture increases the current-carrying cross-sectional area by 85%, resulting in a power gain of 6 W to 8 W compared with conventional interconnection designs.
The modules also feature what Longi calls Full-Screen Technology, which combines shingled cell layouts with hidden busbars to reduce inactive areas and front-side shading losses. The manufacturer claims the design delivers an additional 8 W to 12 W, bringing the total power gain to between 14 W and 20 W.
The larger-format LR7-72WVD module for C&I applications is available in power ratings ranging from 660 W to 690 W, with a maximum module efficiency exceeding 25.54%, according to the manufacturer.
The smaller LR7-54WVD series is available in four power classes ranging from 495 W to 510 W, with module efficiencies of 24.25% to 24.99% under standard test conditions, according to the product datasheet.
The 108-cell, dual-glass LR7-54WVD module measures 1,800 mm × 1,134 mm × 30 mm and weighs 23.5 kg. It features a black anodised aluminum frame and front and rear semi-tempered glass layers measuring 2.0 mm and 1.6 mm thick, respectively.
The module has a temperature coefficient of -0.26%/C, an operating temperature range of -40 C to 85 C and a maximum system voltage of 1,500 V. The datasheet specifies front and rear static load ratings of 5,400 Pa and 2,400 Pa, respectively, as well as resistance to impacts from 25 mm hailstones traveling at 23 m/s.
Longi said the new interconnection design also improves mechanical durability. The company claims its ultra-thin stacking process reduces internal stress by 60%, while an integrated metal foil barrier reduces water vapor transmission by 90%.
The LR7-54WVD series comes with a 25-year product warranty and a 30-year performance warranty. Longi guarantees maximum first-year degradation of 1%, followed by annual degradation of 0.35%, corresponding to approximately 88.9% of the initial power output after 30 years.
The product datasheet lists IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 among the applicable certification standards and includes certification marks from TÜV Rheinland and TÜV SÜD.
Longi has not disclosed Australian pricing, initial shipment volumes or a commercial delivery schedule for the Hi-MO X12 series.
At the same event, the manufacturer also introduced its Hi-MO 9 Prime utility-scale module and showcased its LongiBank 3.0 and OneMatrix energy storage solutions, alongside the Longi Block modular PV system.
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–  Latest phase will deliver 2.5 GWh of clean energy annually and reduce CO₂ emissions by more than 1,585 tonnes each year
MANAMA, Bahrain, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Beyon has announced the expansion of its green data centre portfolio, with a third data centre set to become fully powered by renewable energy following the completion of Phase 5 of the Beyon Solar Park programme. Announced during Gateway Gulf 2026 in the presence of H.E. Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of Beyon Group, the milestone represents the latest advancement in Beyon’s long-term investment in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy.

Developed in partnership with Almoayyed Solar, Phase 5 represents an investment of approximately BD544,500 and will extend across 14,000 square meters, incorporating 2,292 solar panels. The installation has a total capacity of 1.5 MWp. Once completed in the coming months, the installation is expected to generate approximately 2.5 GWh of clean energy annually and reduce carbon emissions by more than 1,585 tonnes of CO₂ each year.
The completion of Phase 5 will bring the number of Beyon green data centres powered by renewable energy to three, further strengthening the Group’s sustainable digital infrastructure. As demand for data, cloud and digital services continues to grow, this expansion supports Beyon’s ambition to develop resilient, high-performance infrastructure while progressively reducing the environmental impact associated with its operations.
The Solar programme has also continued to expand beyond Beyon’s Data centres. During 2026, Beyon successfully completed Phase 4, extending renewable energy adoption to Total CX’s Customer Contact Centre, making it the first green contact centre in Bahrain.
The latest development builds on the milestone announced at Gateway Gulf 2025, when Phase 3 of the Solar Park enabled Beyon’s Tier III Certified Data Center in Hamala to operate entirely on renewable energy. The continued investment reflects a multi-year programme to increase the contribution of clean energy across Beyon’s infrastructure and support customers pursuing their own sustainability and ESG objectives.
Beyon Group CEO Andrew Kvaalseth said, “Data centres are increasingly fundamental to the digital economy, and we believe their continued expansion should go hand in hand with a more sustainable approach to powering critical infrastructure. Reaching three green data centres represents an important milestone in that journey and reflects the scale and consistency of our investment in renewable energy. As we continue to grow our digital infrastructure, sustainability and resilience will remain integral to how we invest for the future.”
Almoayyed International Group Chairman Mohammed Almoayyed said, “Our partnership with Beyon continues to demonstrate the potential of long-term collaboration to deliver renewable energy infrastructure at meaningful scale. The successive phases of the Solar Park programme reflect a clear and sustained commitment to clean energy, and we are pleased to support Beyon as it continues to expand the programme across its critical infrastructure.”
Beyon and Almoayyed Solar’s collaboration forms part of a long-term programme to expand the use of renewable energy across the group’s infrastructure. The continued expansion reinforces Beyon’s commitment to integrating renewable energy into its infrastructure and contributing to the Kingdom of Bahrain’s sustainability and carbon-reduction ambitions.
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This research finds that households, businesses and farms are more likely to install solar panels if others in their neighbourhood have already done so, and in particular if existing installations are highly visible.
Solar panels are expensive and can represent a risky investment. Learning from neighbours appears to spur installation because it decreases these concerns. The research also shows that imitation – in the form of ‘going green’ when others do so – is important in the choice to install solar panels. This effect has already been shown in the adoption of other pro-environmental behaviours.
Policymakers could use these findings to leverage these ‘social contagion’ effects to increase the adoption of solar panel technologies.
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Single-junction solar cells have a well-established theoretical efficiency ceiling of roughly 33%, defined by the Shockley-Queisser model under specific idealized assumptions. Researchers at the Institut de Ciències Fotòniques (ICFO) in Barcelona have now demonstrated a laboratory mechanism that, under the right conditions, could push that number significantly higher.
The result, published in Energy & Environmental Science, is a proof of mechanism. It is not a product announcement.
Optical engineering, not new chemistry, is the key lever in this approach.
Led by first author Dr. Francisco Bernal Texca and Professor Jordi Martorell of ICFO and the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, the team converted an inverted organic solar cell into a light-controlling optical cavity. Collaborators included Chiara Cortese, Dr. Mariia Kramarenko, and Dr. Quan Liu.
The cavity uses reflective silver electrodes at the front and rear of the cell to suppress photon emission at wide angles, while still allowing incoming sunlight to pass through efficiently.
The target is a specific intrinsic loss called Boltzmann losses: absorbed solar energy that escapes the cell as re-emitted photons rather than becoming usable electricity. Restricting the directions in which those photons can leave raises the cell's open-circuit voltage, which measures the electrical potential the device can deliver when no current is drawn.
ICFO's work shows that a loss mechanism once treated as a fixed cost can be reduced through optical design.
The standard efficiency ceiling already accounts for certain unavoidable losses. What the team demonstrated is that Boltzmann losses can be reduced through optical engineering rather than accepted as unchangeable.
Narrowing the emission cone to closely match the angular cone of incoming sunlight is the key condition. ICFO says that, if achieved, single-junction cells could in principle approach 43% efficiency. That figure is a theoretical projection tied to how fully the emission can be controlled, not a result the experiment itself achieved.
Martorell noted that the underlying concept is not limited to organic photovoltaic materials and could apply across different solar technologies. Performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost would each need separate validation for any new material.
The experiment demonstrates a mechanism in a laboratory cell, not a roadmap to near-term commercial products.
The experiment used a PM6:Y6 organic solar cell blend. That is a different material from the silicon modules covering most rooftops and utility-scale solar farms today, and the results should not be read as a direct performance claim for silicon.
Translating a laboratory optical strategy into a commercial product requires solving large-area manufacturing, long-term outdoor stability, encapsulation, and cost scaling. The published research does not demonstrate that any of those challenges have been resolved.
No 43%-efficient solar panels exist commercially, and nothing in ICFO's announcement suggests they are arriving soon.
If the approach eventually transfers to real-world devices, the benefits would matter most where space is the binding constraint.
Higher efficiency is most valuable in space-limited applications: rooftops, vehicles, portable power systems, and dense solar installations. More electricity from the same area means less material per watt and potentially lower deployment costs over time.
Those benefits are long-term and depend on manufacturing economics and device lifetime, not efficiency numbers alone. ICFO's result earns its significance by showing the mechanism works at the cell level. Proving it scales is still the harder work ahead.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted India’s expanding solar energy sector, saying the country’s clean energy journey is creating new opportunities in agriculture, energy storage, domestic manufacturing and green jobs. The remarks come ahead of the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 and the 9th Assembly of the International Solar Alliance.
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New Delhi, Nov 02: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted India’s expanding solar and renewable energy sector, stating that the country’s solar energy journey is opening up new opportunities. His remarks come ahead of the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 and the 9th Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), as India seeks to strengthen its position in the global clean energy transition.
In two social media posts, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) highlighted an article by Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Prahlad Joshi, which discusses the growth of solar power in India through flagship initiatives such as PM Surya Ghar and PM-KUSUM. PM Modi said the article examines the expansion of solar energy and its future prospects, including solar-powered agriculture, energy storage, domestic manufacturing and green employment opportunities. These developments are expected to contribute to India’s ambition of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity.
Another post shared by the Prime Minister highlighted an article co-authored by Joshi and philanthropist Michael Bloomberg, focusing on the growing contribution of solar power to India’s energy requirements. The article discusses the expansion of rooftop solar installations and the importance of investments in energy storage and transmission infrastructure in supporting the country’s clean energy transition.
Joshi said India’s clean energy transformation was creating new possibilities for millions of people, from rooftops to farmlands. He highlighted the role of Prime Minister Modi’s vision and initiatives such as PM Surya Ghar, PM-KUSUM, the National Green Hydrogen Mission and domestic solar manufacturing in accelerating the transition. The minister also underlined the economic and energy-security benefits of expanding renewable energy.
With India preparing to host the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 and the 9th Assembly of the International Solar Alliance, Joshi said the country looked forward to welcoming global leaders and innovators to strengthen international clean energy partnerships. He described India’s renewable energy expansion as a model for a cleaner and more sustainable future, adding that the transition was supporting economic growth and strengthening energy security.
India’s expanding solar ecosystem is increasingly linking clean energy with rural development, manufacturing, employment and energy security. The upcoming international gatherings provide an opportunity for India to share its experience and build partnerships to accelerate the global renewable energy transition.

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Higher charges elsewhere on those utility bills absorbed part of the generation savings.
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Solar power and batteries helped cut summer wholesale electricity costs by approximately $6.05 billion across Texas and California compared with 2021. But those savings didn’t reach households evenly, as rising delivery costs offset some of the relief.
Data from the Solar Energy Industries Association reported by ESS News showed estimated energy savings of $3.55 billion in Texas and $2.5 billion in California when comparing June through August 2026 with the same months in 2021.
Prices were adjusted to 2026 dollars to account for inflation. The analysis used weighted averages of hourly day-ahead wholesale prices for the Texas market operated by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and the market run by the California Independent System Operator.
In Texas, electricity demand increased 30.1%, yet ESS News reported a decline in average wholesale prices to $31.77 per megawatt-hour from $54.97, a 42% reduction.
Meanwhile, in California, consumption grew 2.5%, while average wholesale prices reached $38.32 per megawatt-hour, down 51% from $77.54.
SEIA noted that the generation portion of residential bills decreased by 10% for California households and by 4% for those in Texas. Higher charges elsewhere on those utility bills absorbed part of the generation savings, according to ESS News.
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In California, transmission costs rose 12%, while distribution costs rose 51% and other expenses, including overhead for wildfire management, rose 90%.
Texas faced a similar challenge, with transmission costs up 17% and distribution costs up 23%.
Generating electricity accounts for only part of the final bill. Separate charges cover the cost of moving that power through the grid.
Through the first half of 2026, ESS News reported that Texas battery capacity reached 33.1 gigawatt-hours, an increase of more than 26 times, while California’s reached 62.0 gigawatt-hours, nearly seven times its earlier capacity. According to SEIA, solar generation increased by 421% in Texas, compared with 90% in California, between 2021 and 2026.
Evening demand peaks can draw on a midday surplus of electricity because batteries save that power for later. That reduces the need for expensive fossil-fueled peaker plants.
California’s peak hourly wholesale prices declined to $59.69 per megawatt-hour from $141.75, while Texas’ reached $57.30, down from $110.96.
ESS News reported that storage covered between 6% and 7% of daily energy use in California and over 1.3% in Texas. During summer heat waves, shorter stretches of extreme pricing helped limit wholesale costs — an effect of solar and batteries working together.
Texas’ generation reached 1,533 gigawatt-hours after a 172% increase, while California’s reached 7,997 gigawatt-hours after growing 107%, adding to the solar electricity available across both states. According to SEIA, rooftop solar also expanded substantially over the comparison period.
Solar energy and battery storage is changing the math for household energy needs. 
• California is turning to home batteries to lower bills and reduce reliance on gas plants.
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• In California, peak-hour rates erased credits, prompting a solar homeowner to consider battery storage.
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India, October 30, 2026: Avaada Electro Limited, the solar manufacturing arm of Avaada Group, has secured enlistment for 7,117 MW (7.117 GW) of N-type TOPCon solar cell manufacturing capacity under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) 13th revision of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II, dated October 28, 2026.
The recognised capacity is located at the company’s Butibori manufacturing facility in Maharashtra. The enlistment marks a milestone in Avaada Electro’s efforts to expand its solar manufacturing operations and contribute to India’s domestic solar technology ecosystem.
The facility manufactures G12 N-type TOPCon solar cells, with manufacturer-declared maximum cell efficiency of up to 26.8% and the highest listed average cell efficiency of 25.89%. The company’s G12 full-cell model has a declared maximum power output of 11.81 watts per cell.
These specifications reflect the potential of TOPCon technology to generate more electrical power from a given silicon cell area, supporting the development of higher-power solar modules. Improvements in cell efficiency can also contribute to better utilisation of materials, manufacturing resources and installation infrastructure.
With an annual enlisted nameplate capacity of 7.117 GW, the Butibori facility is positioned to serve module manufacturers, renewable energy developers and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) companies. However, actual production and saleable output will depend on operating utilisation, manufacturing yields and product mix.
Avaada Electro said its manufacturing approach is guided by three principles: “First Time Right”, focused on building quality into every stage of production; “Every Time Right”, aimed at maintaining consistency through disciplined processes; and “Everything Right”, which integrates product performance, operational excellence, responsible manufacturing and customer satisfaction.
Commenting on the milestone, Vineet Mittal, Chairman and Whole-time Director, Avaada Electro Limited, said, “India’s clean energy future cannot depend only on how much solar power we install. It must also depend on how much technology we develop, how much we manufacture ourselves, and how effectively we compete with the world.
Our 7.1 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing enlistment is an important milestone in that journey.
But manufacturing leadership is not about building the biggest factory. It is about making better products, improving efficiency every day, maintaining uncompromising quality and earning the trust of customers through consistent performance.
At Avaada, we believe that every improvement in technology must ultimately create value for our customers, for the environment and for our country. Our ambition is simple to Make in India. Compete with the world. Make every watt count. This milestone is not the destination. It is another step towards demonstrating that India can build advanced clean energy technology at scale and with globally competitive standards.”
The company stated that it aims to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities through continued investment in TOPCon technology, production efficiency and product quality. The development comes as India seeks to expand domestic solar manufacturing, strengthen supply-chain resilience and reduce dependence on imported solar components.
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New Delhi: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Addressing the gathering of industry leaders, investors, startup representatives, and senior officials from India and abroad, the Prime Minister noted that this year’s summit takes place amid special circumstances dominated by global energy shocks that have underscored the vital importance of renewable energy in daily life and national development. He pointed out that the scope of this year’s event is exceptionally broad as it coincides with the Ninth Assembly of the International Solar Alliance and includes delegates from the Fourth Conference on Green Hydrogen.
Observing that the global economy has weathered unprecedented disruptions ranging from the Corona pandemic to the ongoing West Asia crisis, the Prime Minister stated that 140 crore Indians take pride in how effectively the nation has managed the turmoil while maintaining high economic growth. He emphasized that ten years of sustained domestic investment and systemic reforms in clean energy shielded the country from severe external shocks. “If India had not invested in clean energy and created new systems for this over the past decade, then our crisis could have been much more severe than the rest of the world,” noted PM Modi.
Stating that recent global disruptions have demonstrated the direct link between energy security and economic security, the Prime Minister warned that continued over-reliance on fossil fuels will repeatedly disrupt the world economy because fossil reserves are finite and concentrated in a few regions. He contrasted this vulnerability with the boundless, universally accessible potential of clean energy. “And we all know, the future of Energy Security lies in Clean Energy,” asserted Shri Modi.
Describing India’s 12-year clean energy journey as one defined by Promises, Passion, and Performance exemplified by its COP-26 commitment to achieve 500 Gigawatts of non-fossil capacity by 2030, the Prime Minister highlighted that the nation fulfilled its Paris pledge of sourcing half its installed power capacity from non-fossil sources in 2025, five years ahead of schedule. Noting that India now ranks among the top three nations in solar and renewable energy with over 50 percent non-fossil installed capacity and nearly 300 Gigawatts already achieved toward the 500-Gigawatt target, he announced an ambitious goal to add another 500 Gigawatts of new non-fossil capacity over the next 10 to 11 years. “This target is somewhat difficult, but I have faith in the capability of my country; therefore I say, We will do it!” affirmed PM Modi.
Emphasizing that India wishes to share the benefits of its innovations and experiences with all of humanity, the Prime Minister stated that the nation approaches green energy with the same cooperative spirit before presenting specific examples. “The successes of India in this field will come in handy for numerous countries of the world,” remarked Shri Modi.
Detailing the rapid progress of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana launched in February 2024 to install rooftop solar panels in one crore homes, the Prime Minister noted that over 65 lakh households have joined the movement within 24 to 25 months at a pace of one lakh new homes every six days, cutting electricity bills by roughly 76 percent according to a study and reducing bills to zero for lakhs of families who now earn money by selling surplus power to the grid. “This scheme of India can give great strength to energy security in many countries,” observed PM Modi.
Highlighting efforts over the past 12 years to integrate solar power into daily life, industry, and agriculture, the Prime Minister pointed out that connecting over 44,000 government buildings with solar energy is saving nearly 700 crore rupees annually, while the KUSUM scheme has provided solar irrigation to over 30 lakh farmers and saved each solar pump beneficiary nearly one lakh rupees every year. He also cited the PM Surya Sarovar Yojana, which installs solar panels over reservoirs, ponds, and lakes to optimize water bodies and save land acquisition costs. “India is making solar power a part of the lives of its citizens,” noted Shri Modi.
Stating that India’s clean energy ecosystem extends beyond hydro, solar, wind, and nuclear power, the Prime Minister explained that the country is advancing in mission mode under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to produce 50 lakh tonnes of green hydrogen by the end of the decade while integrating green hydrogen into the transport sector. “Just a few months ago, India started its first Green Hydrogen Train,” noted PM Modi.
Acknowledging that power generation must be matched by efficient distribution from high-production solar and wind zones to regions with lower output so that homes, farms, and industries across the country benefit equally, the Prime Minister highlighted the development of Green Energy Corridors comprising dedicated transmission lines and substations supported by the One Nation, One Power Grid network that unified five regional grids onto a single frequency. He added that the country is now advancing to the next phase to further strengthen this transmission infrastructure. “Recently, India has set a target of an investment of about 2 lakh crore rupees for this,” observed Shri Modi.
Attributing India’s green energy success to a dramatic surge in domestic manufacturing after years of complete import dependence for even minor solar components, the Prime Minister noted that solar module manufacturing capacity has grown from around 2 Gigawatts a decade ago to over 200 Gigawatts today alongside nearly 40 Gigawatts of solar cell capacity and expanding production of other components. “Meaning, India’s ambitions related to green energy are also proof of the success of our Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign and the Make in India campaign,” asserted PM Modi.
Stressing that the nation must maintain its rapid momentum rather than resting on its laurels, the Prime Minister called for swiftly connecting every government building, school, college, hospital, and streetlight network to solar energy. He proposed fostering healthy competition among states and local bodies to incentivize top performers and enable peer learning from local success stories. “We have to do this work at a fast pace,” asserted Shri Modi.
Offering a dedicated suggestion for expanding solar power in agriculture, the Prime Minister urged moving beyond the distribution of lakhs of solar pumps to utilizing uncultivated farm spaces. He emphasized the need to encourage farmers across maximum villages to install solar panels on vacant land as well as along farm boundary ridges. “We have to move beyond solar pumps,” remarked PM Modi.
Stating that the new era of the solar revolution relies on innovation as much as adoption, the Prime Minister urged startups, IITs, innovators, and entrepreneurs to design round-the-clock, all-weather solar models capable of meeting maximum household needs, including rooftop solar cooking to minimize reliance on imported gas and home solar charging for electric two-wheelers and cars. “Through this, middle-class families of the country can save thousands of rupees every year,” noted Shri Modi.
Highlighting the need for specialized clean energy applications in rural allied sectors, the Prime Minister called for developing dedicated solar products to promote solar power in the dairy sector. “For animal fodder, crop harvesting, and post-harvest, solar equipment should be developed for every such work,” asserted PM Modi.
Emphasizing that achieving these goals requires next-generation innovation, indigenous storage hardware, and new battery storage capacity, the Prime Minister described this need as a massive opportunity for India’s youth and urged researchers and investors to seize the moment. “The solutions that you prepare in India will come in handy for numerous countries of the world,” affirmed Shri Modi.
Pointing out that every clean energy initiative in one of the world’s youngest nations is generating thousands of jobs across panel and hardware manufacturing, installation, servicing, and transportation, the Prime Minister noted that further expansion of solar capacity will multiply employment opportunities across the economy. “From the kitchen stove to the means of transport, when everything is solar-power-driven and green-energy-driven, then a new industry will be created,” observed PM Modi.
Inviting global investors to leverage India’s unmatched demand, scale, scope, and political and policy stability, the Prime Minister noted that the renewable energy sector has attracted over 15 lakh crore rupees, or 164 billion dollars, over the past decade, including over 6 lakh crore rupees, or 63 billion dollars, in just the two years since the 2024 RE-INVEST Summit, with investment opportunities projected to exceed 20 lakh crore rupees, or 220 billion dollars, by the end of the decade. “Therefore, for all of you, a new sky of opportunities is going to open up in India’s clean energy sector,” affirmed Shri Modi.
Recalling India’s global message of One Earth, One Family, One Future that underpins both its clean energy journey and the International Solar Alliance, the Prime Minister stated that the nation is committed to ensuring necessary funding, technology, and expertise reach every country in need. “Therefore, for Africa, a proposal for a 200 million dollar Africa Solar Facility has been put forward,” noted PM Modi.
Emphasizing that the coming decade is vital for global climate goals, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that summit participants will play a pivotal role in securing the future by connecting every country and region to this transformation before concluding with his best wishes. “Only then will we be able to build a Clean Future, a Green Future, and a Secure Future,” asserted Shri Modi.
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Posted By: Gopi November 2, 2026

New Delhi, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted India’s expanding solar and renewable energy sector, saying the country’s solar energy journey is opening up new opportunities, ahead of the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 and the 9th Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
Two social media posts shared by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) highlighted an article written by Union Renewable Energy Minister Prahlad Joshi on the growth of solar power in India, driven by flagship initiatives such as PM Surya Ghar and PM-KUSUM.
 
“India’s solar energy journey is opening up new opportunities,” PM Modi said. He noted that the article discusses the expansion of solar power and future prospects, including solar-powered agriculture, energy storage, domestic manufacturing and the creation of green jobs as India works towards its target of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity.
Another post shared by PM Modi highlighted the growing role of solar power in meeting India’s energy needs as the country’s clean energy transition gathers pace. The post referred to an article co-authored by philanthropist Michael Bloomberg and Joshi which discusses the growth of renewable energy, expansion of rooftop solar installations and investments in energy storage and transmission infrastructure.
Meanwhile, Joshi said that India’s clean energy transition was creating new possibilities for millions from rooftops to farmlands.
The minister also stated that PM Modi’s vision was driving the transformation through programmes such as PM Surya Ghar, PM-KUSUM, the National Green Hydrogen Mission and domestic solar manufacturing.
Joshi also said he looked forward to welcoming global leaders and innovators at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 to strengthen clean energy partnerships.
Moreover, Joshi described India’s renewable energy revolution as a model for a cleaner and more sustainable future in a post on X.
He said India’s clean energy transition was driving economic growth and strengthening energy security under the leadership of PM Modi.
The minister added that as India prepares to host the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 and the 9th Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), the country’s experience offers valuable lessons for the global clean energy transition.
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Waaree Renewable Technologies has signed a five-year O&M agreement covering an unnamed 360 MWp Indian solar project, but the filing omits the customer, site, contract value and plant status.
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Published Nov 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Waaree Renewable Technologies disclosed on November 1 that it has signed a five-year Waaree solar O&M agreement covering a 360 MWp solar power project for an unnamed domestic independent power producer in India, expanding its contracted operations-and-maintenance work without identifying the facility or its owner.
The agreement covers 360 MWp for five years. Waaree said it received the award notification on October 31 at 7:18 p.m. IST, but the filing does not disclose the contract value, project location, service-start date or whether the plant is already operating.
The November 1 stock-exchange disclosure identifies the counterparty only as a “leading” independent power producer and classifies it as a domestic entity. It describes the transaction as a commercial order and says the promoter group has no interest in the customer.
Waaree also said the agreement is not a related-party transaction. Those details establish that an external Indian power producer awarded the work, but they do not identify the corporate group, the solar facility or the state in which the project is located.
Independent coverage from CNBC-TV18 corroborated the five-year term, 360 MWp capacity and October 31 award timing. The available reporting does not add a project name or financial consideration.
An operations-and-maintenance agreement generally assigns recurring responsibilities after or alongside project delivery. Depending on the contract, those responsibilities can include monitoring, scheduled inspection, cleaning, corrective maintenance, inverter and electrical-system servicing, spare-parts management and performance reporting.
Waaree’s filing does not specify which of those services are included. It also does not say that Waaree built the plant, owns any part of it or will purchase its electricity.
That distinction matters because a 360 MWp O&M award is not the same as a 360 MWp engineering, procurement and construction order. It also does not establish that 360 MWp of new generation has entered service. The project may be operating, under construction or approaching handover; the disclosure does not identify its status.
Microgrid Media’s operations-and-maintenance guide explains why installed equipment, documented service responsibilities and verified operating readiness are separate questions. The new Waaree contract concerns a solar project rather than a disclosed microgrid, but the same distinction between asset construction and ongoing operational accountability applies.
The project size is stated as 360 MWp. Megawatt-peak is the rated direct-current capacity of a photovoltaic array under standardized test conditions; it is not a guarantee that the facility will continuously deliver 360 MW to the grid.
Actual alternating-current output depends on inverter capacity, irradiance, temperature, equipment availability, curtailment, grid conditions and other operating factors. The filing provides no expected annual generation, grid-export rating, availability guarantee or performance ratio.
Those missing figures also prevent a meaningful estimate of the contract’s value or its potential contribution to Waaree’s revenue. Capacity alone is not a financial consideration.
In an October investor presentation, Waaree Renewable Technologies reported an O&M portfolio of approximately 1.5 GWp. The 360 MWp covered by the latest contract is equal to about 24% of that reported figure.
That comparison indicates the scale of the new award, but it should not be read as proof that Waaree’s portfolio has automatically increased from 1.5 GWp to 1.86 GWp. The company has not said whether the newly disclosed capacity was already included in the October portfolio figure, whether the full scope begins immediately or whether capacity will enter the service portfolio in phases.
Microgrid Media previously examined Waaree’s broader solar manufacturing expansion. The new agreement sits in a different part of the group’s business: recurring plant services rather than module manufacturing or project ownership.
The most useful next disclosures would identify the customer and facility, confirm whether the plant is operating, state when the five-year term begins and describe any availability, generation or response-time obligations assigned to Waaree.
Until then, the verified development is limited but concrete: the Waaree solar O&M agreement is an executed five-year services contract covering 360 MWp for a domestic independent power producer. It should not be presented as evidence that Waaree owns, built or has commissioned an unidentified 360 MWp solar plant.
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Oswal Pumps Limited has received a communication from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) for an additional 10,000 off-grid DC solar photovoltaic water pumping systems (SPWPS) under the PM KUSUM B scheme’s “Magel Tyala Saur Krishi Pump” Yojana. 
The total order value is approximately Rs 235.92 crore, including GST. The systems are to be installed within 60 days from the date of issuance of the Notice to Proceed or Work Order.
Scope of work
According to a regulatory filing, the scope covers design, manufacture, supply, transport, installation, testing and commissioning of off-grid DC solar PV water pumping systems of 3 HP, 5 HP and 7.5 HP at identified farmers’ sites in districts of Maharashtra. It includes a complete system warranty, repair and maintenance, and a remote monitoring system for five years.
Order details
The company said the order was awarded by a domestic entity and does not fall within the purview of related party transactions. Neither the promoter, promoter group nor group companies have any interest in the entity that awarded the order.
Management comment
Vivek Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director, Oswal Pumps Limited, said: “The receipt of this additional order for 10,000 pumps from MSEDCL marks a significant milestone for Oswal Pumps and reaffirms the confidence our institutional partners continue to place in our capabilities. Maharashtra remains a key market for us, and this repeat order further reinforces our long-standing association with MSEDCL as we continue to support the State’s transition towards sustainable agricultural infrastructure.”
Earlier order
In September, Oswal Pumps secured an order from Telangana Renewable Energy Development Corporation Limited (TGREDCO) to develop 46,705 kW (46.7 MW) of on-grid rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity across 9,937 government schools in 33 districts of Telangana.
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NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited, has declared a combined 153.94 MW of the Kalasar Solar Energy Project in Bikaner, Rajasthan, as commercially operational with effect from 00:00 hrs on October 1, 2026. The second part capacity of 73.06 MW and third part capacity of 80.88 MW were…
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As part of Egypt’s strategy to localise renewable energy technologies, Electricity and Renewable Energy Minister Mahmoud Esmat and Minister of State for Military Production Salah Suleiman Gomblat held talks with representatives of China’s Boomy Intelligent Group on opportunities to co-operate in solar cell manufacturing, technology transfer and increasing local content.
The meeting reviewed the company’s plans to establish a solar cell manufacturing facility in Egypt and transfer advanced technologies in the sector, as well as potential partnerships in the production of equipment and components used in solar power projects.
Esmat stressed that the electricity sector is continuing efforts to localise the manufacturing of solar and wind energy equipment and build a national renewable energy industry. He said Egypt is open to partnerships that support technology transfer and increase the use of locally manufactured components, noting that the country offers promising investment opportunities in renewable energy and electrical equipment manufacturing.
The minister added that Egypt has made significant progress towards becoming a regional energy hub and a centre for electrical equipment manufacturing, with preference being given to locally produced components in projects implemented under the national energy strategy.
For his part, Gomblat reaffirmed the Ministry of Military Production’s commitment to strengthening co-operation with the Ministry of Electricity and international companies to support projects in solar panel manufacturing and sustainable energy technologies. He highlighted the ministry’s advanced industrial and technological base and its ability to contribute to local manufacturing, technology transfer and the development of supply chains.
The discussions also addressed broader applications of sustainable energy technologies, including opportunities to utilise electrical and thermal energy in advanced industrial and technological applications, support digital transformation and improve energy efficiency across industrial sectors.

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Barcelona lab’s optical cavity design cuts Boltzmann energy losses, pushing single-junction efficiency toward 43% in early tests
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Single-junction solar cells have a well-established theoretical efficiency ceiling of roughly 33%, defined by the Shockley-Queisser model under specific idealized assumptions. Researchers at the Institut de Ciències Fotòniques (ICFO) in Barcelona have now demonstrated a laboratory mechanism that, under the right conditions, could push that number significantly higher.
The result, published in Energy & Environmental Science, is a proof of mechanism. It is not a product announcement.
Optical engineering, not new chemistry, is the key lever in this approach.
Led by first author Dr. Francisco Bernal Texca and Professor Jordi Martorell of ICFO and the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, the team converted an inverted organic solar cell into a light-controlling optical cavity. Collaborators included Chiara Cortese, Dr. Mariia Kramarenko, and Dr. Quan Liu.
The cavity uses reflective silver electrodes at the front and rear of the cell to suppress photon emission at wide angles, while still allowing incoming sunlight to pass through efficiently.
The target is a specific intrinsic loss called Boltzmann losses: absorbed solar energy that escapes the cell as re-emitted photons rather than becoming usable electricity. Restricting the directions in which those photons can leave raises the cell’s open-circuit voltage, which measures the electrical potential the device can deliver when no current is drawn.
ICFO’s work shows that a loss mechanism once treated as a fixed cost can be reduced through optical design.
The standard efficiency ceiling already accounts for certain unavoidable losses. What the team demonstrated is that Boltzmann losses can be reduced through optical engineering rather than accepted as unchangeable.
Narrowing the emission cone to closely match the angular cone of incoming sunlight is the key condition. ICFO says that, if achieved, single-junction cells could in principle approach 43% efficiency. That figure is a theoretical projection tied to how fully the emission can be controlled, not a result the experiment itself achieved.
Martorell noted that the underlying concept is not limited to organic photovoltaic materials and could apply across different solar technologies. Performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost would each need separate validation for any new material.
The experiment demonstrates a mechanism in a laboratory cell, not a roadmap to near-term commercial products.
The experiment used a PM6:Y6 organic solar cell blend. That is a different material from the silicon modules covering most rooftops and utility-scale solar farms today, and the results should not be read as a direct performance claim for silicon.
Translating a laboratory optical strategy into a commercial product requires solving large-area manufacturing, long-term outdoor stability, encapsulation, and cost scaling. The published research does not demonstrate that any of those challenges have been resolved.
No 43%-efficient solar panels exist commercially, and nothing in ICFO’s announcement suggests they are arriving soon.
If the approach eventually transfers to real-world devices, the benefits would matter most where space is the binding constraint.
Higher efficiency is most valuable in space-limited applications: rooftops, vehicles, portable power systems, and dense solar installations. More electricity from the same area means less material per watt and potentially lower deployment costs over time.
Those benefits are long-term and depend on manufacturing economics and device lifetime, not efficiency numbers alone. ICFO’s result earns its significance by showing the mechanism works at the cell level. Proving it scales is still the harder work ahead.
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The top solar panel companies in India in 2026 are: Waaree Energies, Goldi Solar, Vikram Solar, Avaada Electro, Premier Energies, Rayzon Solar, Emmvee Photovoltaic Power, Adani Solar, ReNew and Insolation Energy.
Goldi Solar and Waaree Energies lead on module capacity, Avaada Electro on high-wattage N-Type TOPCon modules (720 Wp, 23.18% efficiency), Adani Solar on vertical integration and Tata Power Solar in residential rooftop services.
Key takeaways
* India hit a record 45 GW solar capacity in FY 2025-26, driven by domestic module manufacturers, EPC players and IPPs.
* Technology is shifting to N-Type TOPCon bifacial modules with 22–23%+ efficiency and longer lifespans.
* Domestic manufacturing is growing to reduce import dependency and support India’s 500 GW renewable energy target.
Every solar panel installed brings India closer to meeting its growing energy needs with cleaner power and less dependence on imported fuels. In FY 2025-26, India added a record 45 GW of solar capacity, marking a major milestone in its renewable energy journey.
Backed by expanding domestic photovoltaic manufacturing and advances in solar technology, this growth highlights how solar power is becoming central to India’s industrial progress, energy security and long-term sustainable development.
A diverse range of solar companies in India are driving this shift, providing services including module manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) and Independent Power Producer (IPP) services.
Selecting reliable solar panel manufacturers is crucial for long-term project viability, high energy yield, and financial savings. Here is the verified guide to the top solar panel companies in India for 2026
Factors that define a reputable solar brand in India:
Manufacturing certifications: BIS, IEC, and MNRE empanelment signal proven quality standards.
Technology generation: Brands offering N-Type TOPCon or bifacial Mono PERC modules deliver higher efficiency and lower degradation.
Project track record: Companies with commissioned utility-scale, commercial and residential projects across multiple states indicate reliability.
Integrated cell production: Solar photovoltaic cell manufacturers in India with vertically integrated operations offer higher supply chain reliability and subsidy compliance.
Pan-India service network: A nationwide presence for maintenance and warranty support is a key trust indicator
ESG alignment: Brands with transparent sustainability reporting are preferred by institutional and commercial buyers.
Among these, Avaada Electro stands out as one of India’s top 10 vertically integrated solar PV manufacturers, producing 720 Wp N-Type TOPCon bifacial modules with Enlume 720 Wp at 23.18%, with Avaada’s TOPCon range reaching 23.60%, among the highest in the domestic market.

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Here is the list of the top 20 solar panel companies and manufacturers in India for 2026. The companies are assessed based on manufacturing capacity, technology offerings and domestic market presence, with a brief overview of each company’s key strengths and suitability..

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Ingeteam has successfully supplied 144 inverters for six utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) projects across New South Wales and Queensland, Australia. The projects, developed and constructed by Metlen, are now fully commissioned and operational, with a combined capacity of 236 MVA, the company said.
This portfolio of projects includes Corowa Solar Farm, Junee Solar Farm, Wagga Solar Farm, Wagga Stage 2, Wyalong Solar Farm, and Kingaroy Solar Farm. All six solar farms have been energised using Ingeteam’s central inverter technology, designed to deliver high efficiency and grid compatibility for utility-scale PV applications. 
This milestone highlights the growing relationship between Ingeteam and Metlen, which has acted as both developer and EPC contractor across all six projects, Ingeteam said.
“We are proud to contribute our technology and expertise to these significant solar projects,” said Juan Miguel Gutierrez, Managing Director of Ingeteam Australia. “Our partnership with Metlen has been key to the successful delivery of these assets, and we look forward to continuing to work together in the future.”
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Mexico’s utility-scale clean energy buildout faces severe commercial and operational hurdles due to transmission network deficits and grid saturation, leaving most state-awarded solar projects without immediate evacuation infrastructure. This infrastructure lag heightens curtailment risks, depresses wholesale power spot prices, and complicates project bankability across major clean-energy corridors. Consequently, private developers, institutional financiers, and state utilities must accelerate transmission capital deployment to safeguard long-term returns and secure the country’s projected renewable energy expansion.
 
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Mexico’s solar panel market capacity reached 4.2GW in 2025 and is projected to expand to 17.2GW by 2034, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.33% between 2026 and 2034, according to a market research study published by IMARC Group.
The research firm attributes the projected trajectory to changes in consumer electricity costs, declining technology costs, government initiatives, and expanding utility-scale project development.
According to IMARC, Mexico ranks as the 13th largest electricity consumer globally, recording a 56% increase in electricity demand over the past two decades. Despite an estimated natural solar potential between 5.3kWh and 6.3kWh/m² per day, fossil fuels accounted for 75% of domestic energy consumption as of 2024, while low-carbon sources represented 25% of the power mix. This trails the global low-carbon average of 41%. Solar power accounted for 8% of the country’s electricity generation in 2024. To shift this balance, federal targets under the Energy Transition Law mandate achieving a 33% share of renewable generation by 2030.
Adoption in the residential segment has expanded alongside rising retail power tariffs, supported by Net Metering programs that allow consumers to sell surplus electricity back to the national grid. The availability of structured consumer financing, including residential leases and loans, has further lowered entry barriers for middle-class households.
At the commercial and industrial levels, private companies are utilizing corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs) to manage operating expenses and fulfill emissions mandates. Utility-scale projects are concentrating primarily in high-irradiance northern states such as Sonora and Chihuahua.
The report tracks market segments across module technologies, including monocrystalline silicon, polycrystalline silicon, and thin-film systems, as well as across residential, commercial, and industrial end uses in northern, central, and southern regions of the country.  
Corporate procurement and distribution agreements continue to move forward under these parameters. In March 2025, pharmaceutical and agricultural company Bayer partnered with Iberdrola México to install a 300kW on-site solar system comprising 660 panels at its seed processing facility in Chiapas. During the same month, component manufacturer JA Solar concluded a commercial supply agreement with distributor Exel Solar to deliver 260MW of N-type TOPCon photovoltaic panels into the Mexican market.
Grid Bottlenecks: Transmission Infrastructure Constrains Utility-Scale Evacuation
While generation targets continue to expand on paper, the physical evacuation of clean power presents a tangible barrier to project viability. In an MBN Expert Contributor piece, Luis Arias, CFO, AINDA Energía & Infraestructura, pointed out that national utility-scale buildouts are running directly into transmission deficits. Federal entities such as SENER and CFE have accelerated an unprecedented pipeline scheduled for construction between 2026 and 2029, including private capacity tenders and 37 state-awarded initiatives representing approximately 7.4GW. However, grid-level execution has failed to synchronize with generation awards, creating acute commercial exposure for newly authorized assets.  
A market analysis of the 37 projects awarded by authorities showed that only 17 currently possess viable grid interconnections, leaving the remaining 20 dependent on electrical transmission lines and substations that remain under construction or have yet to be tendered. This deficit is particularly pronounced across Mexico’s Northeast, where nearly all awarded utility capacity depends on a shared transmission corridor that is still in development. “Many mixed-scheme projects will depend on transmission that has not yet been built. Without transmission, energy cannot be evacuated and curtailment is likely to rise,” Arias points out.
This dynamic is already altering project economics and power market dynamics across high-irradiance regions. Commercial lenders are scrutinizing merchant exposure more strictly as utility-scale installations generate electricity simultaneously during midday hours, causing wholesale spot prices to drop while energy dispatch is curtailed. Although CFE Fibra E has raised capital via institutional bond issuances to fund network reinforcements, analysts project that the instrument will cover approximately US$2.5 billion of the estimated US$6.9 billion in transmission investments required through 2030, underscoring that solar capacity expansion cannot succeed without capital mobilization in national grid infrastructure.  

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The largest tradeshow focused on the U.S. solar, storage and clean energy markets is back in Las Vegas for 2026. RE+ was the 24th largest tradeshow in the United States in 2025 by attendance, and this year’s showing (Nov. 16-19) is expected to be just as large.
The Formula 1 series will race the Las Vegas Grand Prix the weekend after RE+ concludes. Photos courtesy: F1 and the Las Vegas Grand Prix
The U.S. solar and storage industries have gotten so big that it appears only the Las Vegas Convention Center can accommodate a tradeshow bringing together nearly 40,000 clean energy professionals in one place. RE+ will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center each November for the foreseeable future.
The convention center is tucked away from the main strip of casinos, but there is still plenty in the area to see and do. The site is also easily accessible, with a stop on the Las Vegas Monorail.
Conference education programming begins on Monday and sessions continue throughout the show at various stages on the exhibit hall floor. The exhibition opens on Tuesday.
Exhibitors will be spread across three halls in the convention center — the main entrance is at West Hall which extends via an over-street walkway to North Hall, and then Central Hall is accessed beyond a lobby area. There will also be a few outdoor booths to peruse located near food trucks. Visiting outdoor exhibits in November will be more comfortable, as the average high temperature is just 70°F, unlike the late summer heat of September.
Special events at RE+ include a golf tournament on Monday and the Run with the Sun 5K on Tuesday. The “Energy in Motion” block party will be at the Convention Center on Tuesday starting at 7 p.m. in the West Hall.
Formula 1 will race the Las Vegas Grand Prix the weekend following RE+. The course takes drivers down the Las Vegas Strip and around the Sphere, and road closures to the public will begin on Thursday. The Las Vegas Convention Center is several blocks north of the racing circuit, so the conference shouldn’t experience disruptions. After-conference activities might be affected later in the week, and attendees should plan a little extra time getting to the airport if leaving before the weekend.
Solar Power World editors will be covering all the sights at RE+ this year, so be sure to follow along on LinkedIn and right here on the website. But first, here’s a preview of a few must-see booths on the tradeshow floor.
Visit AWM at RE+ to learn about our Strata for BESS cable management solutions. Our Strata Components and Strata System are tailored for leading energy storage applications and engineered for durability and easy installation. Strata supports reliability across the entire lifecycle of stand-alone storage or hybrid renewable power plants.
Construct solar safer, faster, and cheaper. Meet Built’s AI Piling Solution: a fully autonomous piling system for utility-scale solar. Leading contractors are trusting Built to install production-ready piles anywhere, anytime. Head to Central Hall Booth C6310 to learn how to add physical AI to your next solar project.
Hydrelio aiR Optim is our flexible floating racking and anchoring system. It comes from 15+ years of FPV knowledge and expertise, and the first patented and industrialized floating solar solution. It is the result of continuous R&D involvement, innovation, testing and experience building more than 350 FPV arrays worldwide.
IslandDER Meter Socket Adapter (MSA) streamlines solar + storage installs by integrating a microgrid interconnect device (MID), consumption transformers (CTs), voltage sensing and battery communication protocols into a single, compact device that inserts directly into the meter socket in 15 minutes. This eliminates complex electrical work — such as panel upgrades, circuit relocations and gateways — saving installers days of labor on battery backup jobs and preventing unexpected costs for homeowners. Compatible with battery systems from SolarEdge, FranklinWH, Lunar Energy, EcoFlow and Fox ESS, IslandDER is trusted by leading national installers, offering more versatility and compatibility than any meter collar on the market.
Built on gallium nitride (GaN) technology, Enphase’s ninth-generation microinverter platform delivers industry-leading efficiency and cooler operation for residential and commercial systems. IQ9 Microinverters support the latest high-wattage solar panels across single-phase and three-phase applications and seamlessly integrate with IQ Batteries to create a complete AC-coupled solar and storage system.
HD Hyundai Energy Solutions debuts its TOPCon multi-cut module at RE+ 2026, reaching 660 W at 24.4% efficiency. Ultra-precision cutting boosts power density and cell efficiency, backed by the company’s FEOC-compliant, TOPCon-licensed manufacturing capabilities and 20 years of cell-to-module expertise.
Intertek CEA will showcase two new advances in solar quality assurance: AePVI, an aerial inspection service that combines drone and ground-based data with electroluminescence (EL) testing to identify defects across utility-scale projects; and EL-AI, software that reviews the EL image of every module before shipment, moving beyond traditional sample-based inspections.
The OMCO Origin Factory-Direct Trackers and OMCO Choice Fixed-Tilt Mounting Systems support a wide range of solar projects in the utility scale and distributed generation (DG) markets. The OMCO Origin Trackers pair seamlessly with the OMCO Star Tracker Control System that features DC tracker controllers, field-replaceable batteries and a one-mile wireless range for all climates.
The S-5-CP clamp is engineered for mounting solar panels to purlin-framed carport structures. Featuring an optional EPDM gasket for a water-resistant seal, it significantly reduces the risk of leaks while delivering fast, reliable installation. Designed for durable, high-efficiency solar carport applications, it pairs seamlessly with the S-5! PVKIT for rail-less installations.
Built around Siemens’ U.S.-manufactured 375-kW 3TL500 string inverters, WATTBLOC Virtual Central Station (VCS) transforms utility-scale solar through a modular, scalable power-block architecture. Leveraging standardized power-block designs up to 5 MW_AC, its distributed architecture improves availability, simplifies maintenance, accelerates deployment, lowers lifecycle costs and supports expansion across utility-scale solar portfolios.
SIL-590 XM+ solar panels are built in the USA for durability that outperforms. Silfab’s standard commercial modules now withstand 50-mm hail impact, delivering resilience in the field. Multiple domestic content SKUs make it easy to meet BABA and IRA requirements. North American-owned innovation and a traceable supply chain mean Tier 1 quality you can trust.
SiteCaptureAI’s contextual AI automates jobsite documentation, quality control and reporting across the full solar project lifecycle, from surveys and installations to O&M and TPO financing. It uses photo and video intelligence to verify field reporting, flag compliance issues and cut QA/QC work, reducing truck rolls and financing rejections.
Sungrow North America will highlight three systems: the PowerTitan 3.0, packing 6.9 MWh into a 20-ft container with a 12,500-cycle life; the PowerStack 255CS, which arrives pre-installed and pre-commissioned; and the SG4400 modular inverter, built from independent power modules that keep a single fault from taking the full unit offline.
As solar matures, installers need new ways to create value beyond installation. At RE+, Tigo will highlight repowering aging systems and adding storage with virtual power plant participation. The booth will feature inverter and battery solutions, repowering resources and VPP capabilities that extend system life and create new revenue opportunities.
Trinasolar and Trina Storage will showcase the highly durable Vertex N Shield PV module, certified to withstand 55-mm direct hail impact and 75-mm impact at a 45° stow angle, the Vertex S+ residential module, with enhanced protections against environmental risk, and the next-gen Elementa + Electra battery energy storage solution (BESS).
Weidmuller’s Weather Stations and String Monitored DC Combiner Boxes deliver comprehensive monitoring for utility-scale solar plants. Weather Stations provide accurate environmental data, cybersecurity, edge processing and flexible sensor integration. String Monitored Combiner Boxes enable real-time string-level performance monitoring, early fault detection, reduced maintenance effort and improved plant ROI and LCOE.
 
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SMA Solar stock traded at 48.70 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 07:50 CET on Monday, November 2, 2026, 2.35 percent above the Xetra close of Friday, October 30, 2026, at EUR 47.58.
Investors can follow the real-time quote of SMA Solar stock as the German market prepares for the new session.
SMA Solar develops photovoltaic technology for decentralized energy supply, linking solar generation, inverters and storage to power systems. The company’s next operating update is due on November 12, 2026, leaving execution and profitability as the next scheduled focus for investors.
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Rabat – Morocco has outlined three projects aimed at improving water management, reducing irrigation energy costs, and supporting sustainable agriculture in the Loukkos Basin in the country’s north.
The proposals were presented at the final consultation workshop of the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems Nexus, known as WEFE Nexus, held in Tangier last Thursday.
The initiative focuses on the Oued El Makhazine Dam and surrounding agricultural areas, with the aim of developing a model that combines renewable energy, efficient water use, improved farming performance, and environmental protection.
According to a statement from the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima Regional Council, the first proposal involves building a floating photovoltaic solar power plant with a capacity of approximately 7.2 megawatts, although the final capacity remains under study.
The installation would help reduce electricity costs associated with pumping water for agricultural irrigation.
The second project involves gradually introducing precision farming technologies across approximately 6,829 hectares. These solutions are intended to reduce water consumption and agricultural inputs while improving crop yields and farm productivity.
The third proposal concerns the preparation of a concept note for an integrated investment program estimated at $28 million (MAD 275.2 million). The plan also includes efforts to secure climate financing and co-financing arrangements to support implementation.
Read also: Morocco’s Dams Reach 67.5% Capacity Despite Summer Heat
The workshop was organized by the regional council in coordination with the Regional Directorate of Environment, with support from the Global Water Partnership Mediterranean (GWP-Med), under the MedProgramme.
Representatives also discussed technical options, governance arrangements, institutional responsibilities, and financial mechanisms needed to move the proposals from planning to implementation.
The meeting comes as Morocco continues efforts to improve water management following years of drought.
In January, Minister of Equipment and Water Nizar Baraka announced that the country had emerged from a seven-year drought following improved rainfall and snowfall.
Water reserves have since recovered considerably. By October 23, Morocco’s dams held approximately 11.34 billion cubic meters of water, with the national filling rate reaching 66.57%, according to converging reports. 
However, reservoir levels have continued to vary between regions and seasons, keeping water conservation and agricultural efficiency among the country’s priorities.
During the Tangier workshop, participants called for further examination of the conditions needed to expand the initiative and move toward practical investment.
The consultation findings will also contribute to preparations for the third WEFE Nexus Forum, where partners are expected to exchange experiences, review practices, and develop a regional roadmap.
The Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima Regional Council and its institutional partners aim to establish the Loukkos Basin as a model for environmental and agricultural transformation, with solutions that could eventually be replicated elsewhere in Morocco and across the Mediterranean region.
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JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BCI, a subsidiary of Yingfa Ruineng, held a technology launch event in Jakarta to introduce its Indonesian manufacturing facility, production capabilities and technology roadmap. The facility has an annual capacity of 7.5 GW of N-type TOPCon solar cells and is Yingfa Ruineng’s first overseas manufacturing base. It is intended to serve as a regional supply hub for Southeast Asia, the Middle East and other international markets. The event also highlighted half-cell passivation, multi-cut cell designs and back-contact (BC) solar cells.

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About 80 representatives attended, including Indonesian government-related institutions BKPM, EBTKE and IPAMP; industry associations AESI and APAMSI; and customers from Indonesia and neighboring markets. Zhang Min, President of Yingfa Ruineng, and Xu Zhenyu, General Manager of BCI, also attended.
Yingfa Ruineng said the facility supports Indonesia’s 100 GW solar power program and the country’s efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing and local content (TKDN). The company operates four major manufacturing bases in Tianchang, Yibin, Mianyang and Indonesia, with combined effective capacity of 51.5 GW, including 45.5 GW of N-type TOPCon capacity. In 2025, overseas revenue accounted for 40% of total revenue, with products exported to more than 20 countries and regions.
BCI’s 7.5 GW cell capacity is positioned to support Indonesia’s growing solar market and domestic supply chain. For project developers, EPC contractors and module manufacturers, local cell production can offer shorter supply routes, closer technical coordination and greater flexibility in supply planning. BCI’s local capabilities are also intended to help Indonesian module manufacturers address applicable TKDN requirements, subject to relevant product certification and regulatory requirements.
Beyond individual orders, Yingfa Ruineng aims to build long-term partnerships with Indonesian industry participants through local supply, technical collaboration and manufacturing capability development. The company plans to strengthen its local workforce, develop supplier relationships and expand localized technical services. Through sustained investment and cooperation with local partners, it seeks to contribute to Indonesia’s domestic photovoltaic manufacturing ecosystem.
On technology, Yingfa Ruineng combines established cell technologies for manufacturing scale and supply reliability with continued development of next-generation solutions. Its processes include half-cell passivation and multi-cut cell designs to support production efficiency and cell performance. Its BC technology places electrical contacts on the rear side, leaving the front surface free of front-side electrical contacts and supporting high-efficiency designs. These characteristics may offer advantages for distributed rooftop systems, off-grid installations and microgrids across Indonesia’s many islands, although actual performance depends on product configuration, installation conditions and application requirements.
The company continues to advance its TOPCon and BC platforms. Its reported TOPCon cell efficiency of 27.3% and BC cell efficiency of 28% should be understood in the context of the specific cell designs and testing conditions. Yingfa Ruineng has also completed an initial end-to-end fabrication process for perovskite/BC tandem solar modules, marking further progress in next-generation PV R&D.
Through BCI, Yingfa Ruineng is extending its manufacturing capabilities, technical expertise and international market experience to Indonesia. The facility reinforces its international manufacturing network and provides a platform for closer engagement with regional customers and industry partners. Looking ahead, the company aims to deepen collaboration with Indonesian stakeholders in local supply, technology development, workforce training and manufacturing capacity, while aligning with applicable industrial policies, TKDN requirements and industrial park arrangements. It intends to work with government institutions, project developers, EPC contractors, module manufacturers and other industry participants to support the sustainable development of Indonesia’s photovoltaic industry and the country’s clean energy transition.
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by Grace Ashiru November 2, 2026, 9:24 am
Renewable energy technology company Okra Solar has secured a $7 million debt financing facility from British International Investment (BII) to expand electricity connections in underserved rural communities across Nigeria.
The financing will support the procurement of solar equipment, batteries, and other essential components needed to accelerate the deployment of the company’s mesh-grid technology.
According to BII, the investment could enable approximately 150,000 new electricity connections, potentially providing power access to as many as 750,000 people.
Founded in 2016 by Afnan Hannan and Damian Veling, Okra Solar develops technology that enables energy companies to distribute reliable electricity across communities without access to conventional power grids.
Its mesh-grid system combines solar panels, battery storage, smart electricity meters, and wireless communication technology to allow neighbouring households and businesses to share electricity.
The approach is designed to address limitations associated with traditional solar home systems and larger centralised mini-grids, particularly in geographically dispersed rural settlements.
Okra Solar operates through a network of connected devices, including its Okra Sprout and Okra Leaf products, which support different electricity consumption requirements.
The company’s technology also incorporates OkraNet, a wireless communications system, and Okra Harvest, a software platform for monitoring energy networks, managing billing, and identifying technical issues.
According to the company, its mesh-grid technology can reduce electricity distribution costs by up to 60% and accelerate deployment by approximately 70% compared with conventional grid extension methods.
The new financing will allow Okra Solar to purchase equipment earlier and in larger quantities, reducing procurement delays and improving delivery timelines.
Chief Executive Officer Afnan Hannan explained that advance procurement would help shorten the time required to deliver equipment to Nigeria and accelerate project implementation.
Okra Solar currently reports more than 13,000 connected households and over 2.3 megawatts of installed capacity.
The BII facility could increase its connection capacity more than tenfold, supporting Nigeria’s efforts to expand access to affordable and dependable electricity.
The investment also complements broader renewable energy initiatives, including Nigeria’s Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up programme.
By expanding decentralised electricity infrastructure, Okra Solar aims to improve household energy access while supporting rural businesses, employment opportunities, and sustainable economic development.
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The proposed capacity is divided into two blocks. Block-I will have 900 MW, while Block-II will account for 300 MW. Bidders may submit proposals for either block or the combined 1,200 MW capacity, subject to the conditions set out in the tender documents.
The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering the projects on a comprehensive EPC basis. Its responsibilities will include identifying, acquiring and transferring ownership or lease rights for suitable, encumbrance-free land, including the area required for the proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The contractor will also undertake the design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the solar PV plants.
The scope includes developing power evacuation infrastructure to connect the projects with the NTPC REL Anantapur project pooling station and the interstate transmission system substation. The contractor will further provide operation and maintenance (O&M) services for three years from the date of commissioning.
Bid security requirements are set at Rs. 500 mn for Block-I, Rs. 200 mn for Block-II and Rs. 1 bn for bidders seeking the combined capacity. Bids submitted without acceptable security will be treated as non-responsive and rejected. NTPC REL issued the Invitation for Bids on October 29, 2026, with document downloads open until November 11 at 17:00 IST. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 13, while techno-commercial and price bids must be submitted by November 27 at 15:00 IST, with opening scheduled 30 minutes later. Applicants must register on the ISN Electronic Tender Services portal using code NTPCREL-2026-TN000035 and submit a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement to access the documents.
NTPC Renewable Energy (NTPC REL) has invited online bids for up to 1,200 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in Andhra Pradesh. Issued under domestic competitive bidding, the tender covers an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) package, land acquisition and development near the existing Anantapur Solar Project. The proposed capacity is divided into two blocks. Block-I will have 900 MW, while Block-II will account for 300 MW. Bidders may submit proposals for either block or the combined 1,200 MW capacity, subject to the conditions set out in the tender documents. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering the projects on a comprehensive EPC basis. Its responsibilities will include identifying, acquiring and transferring ownership or lease rights for suitable, encumbrance-free land, including the area required for the proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The contractor will also undertake the design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the solar PV plants. The scope includes developing power evacuation infrastructure to connect the projects with the NTPC REL Anantapur project pooling station and the interstate transmission system substation. The contractor will further provide operation and maintenance (O&M) services for three years from the date of commissioning. Bid security requirements are set at Rs. 500 mn for Block-I, Rs. 200 mn for Block-II and Rs. 1 bn for bidders seeking the combined capacity. Bids submitted without acceptable security will be treated as non-responsive and rejected. NTPC REL issued the Invitation for Bids on October 29, 2026, with document downloads open until November 11 at 17:00 IST. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 13, while techno-commercial and price bids must be submitted by November 27 at 15:00 IST, with opening scheduled 30 minutes later. Applicants must register on the ISN Electronic Tender Services portal using code NTPCREL-2026-TN000035 and submit a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement to access the documents.
Terex Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Keestrack, a manufacturer of mobile crushing, screening and related equipment for the aggregates, recycling, construction and demolition industries. Financial terms were not disclosed.Founded in Belgium in 1988, Keestrack serves customers in more than 65 countries through a network of over 70 distributors. The acquisition will expand Terex Materials Processing’s crushing and screening portfolio and add manufacturing and distribution capabilities.After completion, Keestrack will continue as an independent brand within the Terex Ma..
The India Energy Stack (IES) Taskforce has reviewed its Final Report in New Delhi. The document sets out a strategy, architecture, governance framework and pathway to scale IES as digital public infrastructure for India’s power sector. The Ministry of Power constituted the Taskforce in June 2025.The report was presented by Prince Dhawan, Executive Director, REC Limited, and Swetha Ravi Kumar, Executive Director, FSR Global. Dr Ram Sewak Sharma, Chairperson of the Taskforce, outlined the way forward.IES is a common set of open standards and protocols designed to let utilities, regulators, mar..
LANXESS India and Hindustan Colas Private Limited (HINCOL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to assess technical and commercial opportunities in bitumen and asphalt modification for India’s infrastructure market.The companies will conduct laboratory and commercial-scale evaluations of Addipave CR 36, LANXESS’ cross-linking technology for polymer-modified bitumen (PMB). LANXESS will provide the product, technical expertise and trial support, while HINCOL will contribute testing facilities, operational support and performance assessments under local conditions. The trials will examin..
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