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Extreme Weather Exposes Hidden Risks in Rooftop Solar Module Design: In-Depth Analysis

Recent extreme weather events in Rajasthan and other parts of the country have raised concerns about the structural durability of rooftop solar installations, with industry experts citing aluminum frames used in solar modules as a...

June 4, 2026

Mercom Research Focus

Q1 2026 Sees Broad Cost Increases for Solar Projects Using Chinese Modules

The average system cost of large-scale solar projects showed mixed trends across module technologies during Q1 2026, with Chinese module-based projects recording cost increases, while several Indian and DCR-based configurations re...

June 3, 2026

Mercom Research Focus

Developers, EPC Players Wary as MNRE Sticks to ALMM Solar Cells Mandate

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) decision not to grant a blanket extension of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II deadline beyond June 1, 2026, has reinforced regulatory certainty for Indi...

June 2, 2026

Markets & Policy

MNRE Asks Solar Cell, Module Manufacturers to Submit Monthly Price Data

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has asked all manufacturers on the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) to submit monthly price ranges for domestically manufactured solar cells and modules. MNRE said it...

June 3, 2026

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Energy Storage Startup VoltSeal Raises $1.5 Million in Pre-Seed Round

VoltSeal, a distributed battery storage company serving commercial and industrial consumers, has raised $1.5 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Theia Ventures. Rainmatter by Zerodha, Momentum Capital, Social Alpha, and angel investors also...

June 4, 2026

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NTPC Renewables Floats EPC Tender for 550 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan

NTPC Renewable Energy (NTPC REL) has issued an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) tender to set up a 550 MW grid-connected solar project near Shimbhoo Ka Bur in Rajasthan. Bids must be submitted by June 26, 2026. Bids will be opened on...

June 4, 2026

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India’s Solar Industry Shifting Focus to Timely Module Sourcing

Rising solar demand across India, driven by rooftop subsidies, clarity on open access, and commercial and industrial (C&I) adoption, is resulting in developers and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors updating their...

June 4, 2026

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NTPC Renewables Issues EPC Tender for 240 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan

NTPC Renewable Energy (NTPC REL) has invited bids for an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) package to develop a 240 MW grid-connected solar project near Devikot in Rajasthan. The scope of work includes design, engineering,...

June 4, 2026

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Daily News Wrap-Up: Solar System Cost Rises for Projects Using Chinese Modules

The average system cost of large-scale solar projects showed mixed trends across module technologies during the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, with Chinese module-based projects recording cost increases, while several Indian and DCR-based...

June 4, 2026

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Australia Weighs $2.5 Billion Polysilicon Facility in New South Wales

Australia is assessing the potential development of a 50,000-ton-per-year solar-grade polysilicon facility at the Hunter Energy Hub in New South Wales, according to a study supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). According to...

June 4, 2026

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IEX Electricity Volume Rises 19% YoY to 12,983 MU in May

The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) traded 12,983 million units (MU) of electricity in May 2026, an 18.6% year-over-year (YoY) increase. According to government data, India’s energy consumption reached 164.98 billion units (BU) in May 2026, up 11.5%...

June 3, 2026

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Tamil Nadu Issues Draft Renewable Energy Tariff Norms Until FY 2032

The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) has released draft regulations to determine tariffs for renewable energy and non-conventional energy projects during the control period from the financial year (FY) 2027-28 to FY 2031-32. The...

June 3, 2026

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CleanMax to Supply Power to Gujarat Alkalies from 160 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project

Mumbai-headquartered Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions (CleanMax) has partnered with chemical manufacturer Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals to supply hybrid renewable power from a 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MW solar project in Gujarat. The power will be...

June 3, 2026

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