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Success of Green Energy Corridor III Hinges on Timely Project Execution

The Green Energy Corridor Phase III (GEC III) program has the potential to create new opportunities for transmission equipment suppliers, EPC firms, battery storage providers, and grid technology companies as India develops infras...

October 5, 2026

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Battery Storage Emerges as Peak Demand Management Tool for Maharashtra Businesses

Proposed restrictions on using banked renewable energy across time-of-day periods are strengthening interest in battery energy storage systems (BESS) among commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers in Maharashtra, particularly...

October 1, 2026

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Solar Modules Are Getting More Powerful: Junction Boxes Must Keep Up

The rapid evolution of solar module technology is driving changes in photovoltaic (PV) junction box design, with manufacturers moving from conventional single-box configurations toward split-box designs and higher current ratings ...

September 30, 2026

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Lithium Prices in China Drop Over 20% in September as Demand Weakens

Lithium carbonate futures on Chinese markets plunged more than 20% in September 2026 amid weakening demand and concerns over excess battery cell production capacity. Lithium carbonate prices fell 21.2% to $18,258.32/metric ton (MT...

October 5, 2026

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US Solar Module Imports Plunge 78% as Domestic Manufacturing Expands: Crux

The value of crystalline silicon (c-Si) solar module imports into the U.S. fell 78% between the first half (1H) of 2024 and 1H 2026, as trade enforcement measures and domestic manufacturing incentives reshaped the country’s solar supply chain,...

October 5, 2026

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CEA Proposes Safety Standards for Solar, Wind and Battery Storage Projects

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has proposed technical standards applicable to electrical safety requirements for solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle charging stations, transmission systems, and other...

October 5, 2026

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SECI Invites Bids for Rooftop Solar Projects Across India

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has invited bids to select developers to set up grid-connected rooftop solar projects across India under the Renewable Energy Service Company (RESCO) model (RTSPV Tranche-XIV). The aggregate capacity of...

October 5, 2026

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MERC Rejects Plea to Extend Commissioning Date of 200 MW Solar Project

The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has rejected a solar power developer’s request to extend the scheduled commercial operation date (SCOD) for its 200 MW solar project in Hingoli, Maharashtra. It also reduced the contracted...

October 5, 2026

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PFC Consulting Tenders Renewable Transmission Project in Andhra Pradesh

PFC Consulting has invited bids to establish the interstate transmission system (ISTS) to integrate the Kadapa II Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), Phase I, in Andhra Pradesh. The last date to submit bids is December 4, 2026. Technical bids will be...

October 5, 2026

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Bondada’s Solar IPP Arm Secures ₹9.11 Billion for 225 MW Solar Project

Onix IPP, a subsidiary of Bondada Engineering (BEL), has secured ₹9.11 billion (~$94.96 million) in financing from the State Bank of India for a 225 MW solar power project in Maharashtra. The approved funds include ₹9 billion (~$93.79 million) in...

October 5, 2026

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First Solar Files Patent Infringement Case Against JA Solar, American Panel

US-based solar technology and manufacturing company, First Solar, has filed a lawsuit against JA Solar and American Panel Solutions (AMPS), alleging unauthorized use of a patent related to tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) technology . The U....

October 5, 2026

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MERC Allows Time Extension for Solar Projects Facing Transmission Delays

The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has allowed, in principle, a petition seeking revision of the scheduled commencement of supply dates (SCSD) for solar projects where the associated transmission evacuation infrastructure is...

October 5, 2026

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Military Engineer Services Floats O&M Tender for Solar Project in Tughlakabad

Military Engineer Services (MES) has invited bids for the comprehensive Operation and maintenance (O&M) of a solar power project at Air Force Station, Tughlakabad, New Delhi. The solar project has a total capacity of 1.7 MW. The last date to...

October 5, 2026

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