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

Despite the increase, projects using Chinese modules remained highly price-competitive compared to domestically manufactured modules in India

June 3, 2026

/ Ajayan J S
/ Mercom Research Focus, Modules, Solar
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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 remained stable or declined marginally.

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