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Module Glut, Cell Shortages Drag Down Solar Manufacturing Plant Utilization

The supply mismatch between India’s solar module and cell capacity has had an unlikely fallout: low utilization of module manufacturing lines. With average capacity utilization at about 35% to 40%, manufacturers are struggli...

September 16, 2026

Mercom Research Focus

Solar Module Microcracks Raise Performance, Warranty Risks

In its 2026 PV Module Reliability Scorecard, solar testing lab Kiwa PVEL reported that 87% of the manufacturers it tested had at least one module fail a reliability test. Mechanical breakage was among the two biggest problem areas...

September 17, 2026

Mercom Research Focus

Deadline Relief Protects Subsidies for Legacy Rooftop Solar Projects

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) decision to extend the deadline for central financial assistance (CFA) claims for legacy rooftop solar projects could help consumers, vendors, and distribution companies (DIS...

September 15, 2026

Energy Storage

Data Center Demand to Accelerate Hybrid Renewables in Andhra Pradesh: NREDCAP

Andhra Pradesh is preparing for rising power demand from data centers and other energy-intensive industries, with plans to ensure reliable clean power through hybrid, firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE), and round-the-cl...

September 15, 2026

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Ahmedabad Municipal Body Floats Tender for Solar-Plus-Storage Project

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has invited bids to develop a solar power project coupled with an energy storage system in Gujarat. The 75 MW solar project, paired with a 7.5 MW/30 MWh battery energy storage system, will be developed under...

September 17, 2026

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German Solar Firm BSH Files for Insolvency as Indebtedness Grows

Germany-based solar technology company BSH (BSH Hausgeräte), has filed for insolvency proceedings at the Schweinfurt District Court due to over-indebtedness. The court ordered preliminary insolvency administration and appointed a provisional...

September 17, 2026

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West Bengal Regulator Clears ₹20 Billion Floating Solar-Storage Project

The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) has allowed West Bengal Power Development Corporation (WBPDCL) to incur expenditure of ₹20.14 billion (~$210.48 million) for installing and commissioning a 200 MW floating solar project...

September 17, 2026

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GREW Solar, Caelux Sign 4 GW Perovskite Solar Technology Deal

Gujarat-based solar manufacturer GREW Solar has signed a five-year commercialization agreement with Caelux Corporation to produce high efficiency modules by using up to 4 GW of the U.S.-based company’s perovskite energy-producing glass. GREW Solar...

September 17, 2026

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Maharashtra Clarifies Mandatory Energy Storage Rules for Renewable Projects

The Maharashtra Government has clarified that all new renewable energy projects with a capacity or connectivity of more than 100 kW must install energy storage under the state’s Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy 2025 to 2036. The...

September 17, 2026

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Uttar Pradesh Regulator Clears Five-Year Power Transmission Plan Until FY 2031

The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has approved Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation’s (UPPTCL) five-year State Transmission Utility (STU) rolling transmission plan for financial years (FY) 2027 to FY 2031. The plan...

September 17, 2026

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Daily News Wrap-Up: Solar Manufacturing Hit by Module Glut, Cell Shortages

The supply mismatch between India’s solar module and cell capacity has had an unlikely fallout: low utilization of module manufacturing lines. With average capacity utilization at about 35% to 40%, manufacturers are struggling to keep their lines...

September 17, 2026

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Generate Capital Secures $117 Million Debt for 18 Community Solar Projects

Generate Capital, an investor, owner, and operator of critical infrastructure, has closed a $117 million term debt facility with MUFG to finance 18 community solar projects totaling 114 MW across Illinois and New York. The financing supports...

September 17, 2026

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38 Degrees North Secures $260 Million for Community Solar Projects

38 Degrees North, a community solar and distributed renewable energy developer and operator, has closed a $260 million financing facility with infrastructure finance platform Apterra Infrastructure Capital to support the construction of...

September 16, 2026

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