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The India tag tracks solar and storage developments in the world's second-largest power market, highlighting grid integration challenges and policy shifts.
IEA: Solar PV To Drive 75% Of Renewable Growth Through 2031
The IEA's Renewables 2026 report projects that solar PV will account for 75% of global renewable capacity growth through 2031, with India emerging as the second-largest market after China. This analysis highlights the critical need for grid investment and battery storage to support the rapid expansion of renewable energy infrastructure.
Africa Renewable Energy Market to Add Over 120 GW by 2031 as Solar Power Drives Growth in South Africa and Nigeria: IEA
The IEA's Renewables 2026 report forecasts that sub-Saharan Africa will add over 120 GW of renewable capacity by 2031, with solar PV accounting for more than 80 percent of new installations. This significant upward revision highlights the critical role of solar in meeting rising electricity demand and supports strategic planning for energy professionals in the region.
India's Battery Storage Push Brings Bidding and Localization Frictions Into Focus
India's Union Cabinet approved a Viability Gap Funding scheme for 92 GWh of energy storage by 2030-31, including 30 GWh of BESS, with a 40% domestic content requirement. This policy framework is critical for professionals as it defines the financial and supply chain conditions for future grid-scale storage projects in the region.
India: Indian Government Approves 8.35 Billion Reais for Clean Energy Storage
The Indian cabinet approved a 145 billion rupee program to finance 92 gigawatt-hours of energy storage, with the subsidy remaining in effect until 2031. This initiative addresses the grid's inability to absorb peak renewable generation by shifting production to high-demand hours, which is critical for maximizing the utilization of existing solar and wind assets.
Japan's solar-sharing tech faces crossroads as MAFF tightens rules ahead of 2027
Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has promulgated a new regulatory framework for agricultural solar power generation that takes effect in April 2027. This update introduces stricter criteria, including a shading rate limit of 30%, which industry stakeholders warn could hinder the widespread adoption of solar-sharing technologies.
India’s solar module manufacturing capacity could reach 3.48 TW by 2047
ISMA projects India's solar module capacity to reach 3.48 TW by 2047, requiring $89 billion in investment. This roadmap highlights the shift toward full domestic value chain integration for energy professionals.
‘Nobody takes the sun away’: ISA members see solar & storage as energy security post West Asia crisis, says DG
ISA Director General Ashish Khanna stated that member nations view solar and storage as critical for energy sovereignty following the West Asia crisis. He highlighted the launch of a USD 300 million Nigeria Distributed Renewable Energy Fund and a study on solar ease of doing business across 127 countries.
How Indian is a ‘Made in India’ solar panel, really?
India added 44.61 GW of solar capacity in 2025-26, with residential installations under PM Surya Ghar reaching 19 GW. The article examines the supply chain depth of 'Made in India' panels, noting that while cell production is growing, the industry still relies on imported wafers and polysilicon, with new rules expected
Japan proposes 50-metric-ton trigger for solar panel recycling plans
Japan has proposed specific regulatory thresholds for solar panel disposal, requiring advance plans for disposals of 50 metric tons or more. This establishes a clear compliance timeline for operators, with rules expected in spring 2027 and the law effective by early December 2027.
Why Sri Lanka’s recent blackout has lessons for India’s rooftop solar push
Sri Lanka's recent grid collapse prompted authorities to instruct rooftop solar operators to disconnect, highlighting integration challenges. This incident offers critical lessons for India as it expands its 33.41 GW rooftop solar capacity and manages grid stability.
Neemri Battery Storage: ACME Solar Adds 367 MWh
ACME Solar commissioned an additional 88.02 MW/366.969 MWh at its Neemri project in Rajasthan, raising cumulative capacity to 159.660 MW. This milestone marks significant progress toward the 250 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy target.